Smallmouth bass fishing in small rivers and streams only gets better as summer heats up. Here’s how to get in on the action. By Brian Lovett Jul 27, 2021.

Stalking smallmouth bass in creeks and small rivers is a top summertime angling opportunity. Trout are great. Bass are, too.

Largemouth bass and smallmouth bass go by many names, and when most Americans think about bass fishing, they picture one (or both) of these well-known species. The two closely-related fish are popular ...

Big Bass, Small Waters: Shore fishing at local ponds can yield trophy-sized bass without a boat—proving that patience and the right lures can bring big rewards. / Kurt Mazurek.

Largemouth bass are the most popular game fish in America for one key reason: Accessibility. No matter where you live, there’s a strong possibility there are largemouths close by. Furthermore, you don ...

Spring bass fishing is knocking on the door for many Northeast Florida anglers. But bouncing barometers, temperatures and high wind can make catching local largemouths wildly unpredictable. However… ...

Why Fish a Black and Blue Jig? As I scrolled through some old fishing photos recently, I was reminded of a small, but troubling point of contention for me—a real chin-scratcher.

To start Ned rig fishing for bass, you’ll want to know how to put a Ned rig together. It’s simple enough, but you need to get the rigging procedure right for the best results.

Wild Encounters. Why Removing Small Bass Can Save Your Whole Pond. Posted: June 20, 2025 | Last updated: June 20, 2025. Milliken Fishing explains why culling small bass can help your pond thrive.