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Pond Fishing for Bass: A Complete Guide
FishUSA Staff
March 25, 2025

Pond Fishing for Bass: A Complete Guide

If you love to bass fish, chances are you got started fishing a pond. Ponds are easily accessible and, unlike large lakes or reservoirs, ponds concentrate bass into a smaller area, making them easier to locate. However, pond fishing presents its own …
Spoon Fishing for Bass: A Complete Guide
FishUSA Staff
March 24, 2025

Spoon Fishing for Bass: A Complete Guide

Spoon fishing for bass is an often-overlooked but highly effective technique that can produce excellent results in both deep and shallow water. Spoons imitate injured baitfish and trigger reaction strikes from bass, making them a versatile lure choi …
 How to Fish for Bass From Shore: A Complete Guide
FishUSA Staff
March 4, 2025

How to Fish for Bass From Shore: A Complete Guide

Fishing for bass from shore is one of the most accessible and rewarding ways to catch largemouth and smallmouth bass. Whether you're fishing from a lake, riverbank, or pond, you can successfully target bass without needing a boat. With the right tec …
How To Spool A Casting Reel
FishUSA Staff
February 14, 2025

How To Spool A Casting Reel

Spooling a baitcasting reel correctly is essential for optimal casting performance and to minimize issues like backlashes. Follow this step-by-step guide to ensure your baitcasting reel is properly spooled.
How To Spool A Spinning Reel
FishUSA Staff
January 24, 2025

How To Spool A Spinning Reel

Spooling a spinning reel correctly is essential for optimal casting performance and to minimize line-related issues such as twists and tangles. Follow this step-by-step guide to ensure your spinning reel is properly spooled: …
How to Set Up a Fishing Rod
FishUSA Staff
December 13, 2024

How to Set Up a Fishing Rod

Setting up a fishing rod properly is essential for a successful and hassle-free fishing experience. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced angler, ensuring your rod, reel, line, and tackle are correctly assembled can enhance your performan …
How to Fix a Broken Fishing Rod
FishUSA Staff
December 13, 2024

How to Fix a Broken Fishing Rod

A broken fishing rod doesn’t have to mean the end of its use. With the right tools, techniques, and patience, you can repair many common rod issues and get back on the water. This guide covers how to fix different types of damage, from broken t …
How to String A Fishing Pole and Spool a Reel
FishUSA Staff
November 8, 2024

How to String A Fishing Pole and Spool a Reel

Spooling a fishing reel is a crucial step in preparing your fishing gear. Whether you’re setting up a new rod and reel combo or replacing old line, doing it correctly ensures smooth casting, tangle-free operation, and a better overall fishing e …
How To Troll For Lake Erie Lake Trout
Ryan Raines
March 29, 2024

How To Troll For Lake Erie Lake Trout

Greasers, Mud Chickens, and my favorite expression, “Slimy Dinosaurs,” are just a few of the names we’ve lovingly derived from where they live and what is left in our boats after a few of these delightful monsters make their way to …