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Ponds Can Be A Springtime Bonanza

Many anglers waste their early spring days twiddling their thumbs while waiting for word that the bite has begun at their favorite lake. But there's no time like now to explore smaller ponds close to home. Small ponds are the first spots to turn on after winter leaves the Midwest, and many will host nice largemouth, catfish, crappies, perch, and bluegills!

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Launching Your Boat -- Tricks And Etiquette

With the open water fishing season nearing in all parts of North America, it's time once again, to pull the cover off the boat and make that trip down to the launch ramp. Here are some things to remember before you launch your boat to make it go smoothly.

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Sevylor Fish Hunter Inflatable Boat And Motor Kit

Electronically sealed seams ensure leak-free toughness with the Sevylor Fish Hunter Inflatable Boat And Motor Kit. The full boat size is 11 feet, 9 inches by 5 feet, 7 inches. A Sevylor design 12V electric Motor with 18 pounds of thrust is included.

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Bass Fishing With Jim Moynagh

Bass Fishing: Slow Down During The Spawn

What I always find astonishing is how the bass's mood changes so drastically from just a week or two prior to the spawn. The hot spinnerbait and/or crankbait pattern I often find in pre-spawn fades to practically nothing once the bass move up to nest. Those faster moving baits need to be set aside, and an angler needs to use a bevy of soft plastic selections. Here's what to use and when.

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