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Use Turkey Hunting as Training Ground for Elk & Backcountry Expeditions
Pies do not magically appear in the oven. That is a line I often use with new clients who have an elk tag in their pocket and believe one month of training will have them ready for the back country. We are weeks away from the first turkey season opening in Florida, but there is still time to train and for those of you who are not hitting the gym to prepare for your fall hunts out west, or chasing whitetail in the Midwest for that matter, here is how training for turkey hunting can help you ramp up to punch an elk tag this fall....read more
How To Track the Bass Spawn with GoWild’s Near Me Feature
One of the biggest mysteries of bass fishing is when, where and how bass spawn. There is unlimited information on the internet of how to catch bedding fish and maybe what to look for, but how do you figure out the right time bass are spawning in your area before you get on the water? GoWild’s ‘Near Me’ feature allows anglers to share information about bass in their area in both written and visual aspects. Let’s break down what to look for, what bait to use and how to use it effectively....read more
So You Want To Get Into Kayak Fishing | Here’s What Your Kayak Buying Process Should Look Like
Rumor around town is that you want to get into kayak fishing. Choosing a kayak, no matter the brand, is all about budget, and fitting your needs for the type of water you are wanting to fish....read more
The 3 Hottest Topwater Summer Bass Fishing Lures | Catch Big Summer Bass With Topwater Lures
During the warm summer months, it’s quite common that bass will become lazy and linger to cooler and deeper waters, making them seemingly uninterested in most lures that you cast out. This can be a great time to tempt them with an easy meal such as a topwater frog or popper. ...read more
Catch Big Summer Bass In Shallow Water | Summer Bass Fishing Tips & Lures
It’s fair to assume that during the summer months when the water temperatures are rising dramatically, that bass are spending most of their time in the deep waters. While there is definitely truth to this, don’t overlook the shallow waters, as this is still a great place to target monster largemouth....read more
Understanding Water Columns & Fishing Depths | Summer Bass Fishing
Understanding how water columns work is key to being successful in the summer when you’re targeting bass. Without this knowledge, you’re essentially casting blindly, unknowing of where the bass are located. ...read more
10 Ways to Catch Bass in the Heat of Summer When Others Can't
The blistering sun drives bass deep into the water, and the unpredictability of clear weather can make timing a good day on the water, a bit of a chore. But don’t be discouraged. When fished right, this can be one of the greatest times of the year to hook a monster largemouth....read more
GoWild's Summer Bass Fishing Guide | Lures, Tips and Strategies
Just like humans, bass can get exhausted from the heat that the summer months bring. This doesn’t mean that they won’t go out of their way to grab a quick bite, however, you might have to work a little harder for it....read more
GoWild's Bass Fishing Lures Guide | Lures, Rigging Types & Retrieving
But it’s not as easy as just casting a line out and praying you land one. Bass aren’t dumb, and they wont bite at just anything. Lure selection, line set-up, types of rigs you’re using, all play a crucial role in your success to catch that next hog...read more
Pre Spawn and Spawn Bass Fishing Strategies & Best Lures To Use
Pre Spawn is essentially the time of the year before the bass move up into their beds and Spawn. Well that’s all well and good but what does “Spawn” mean? Spawn is just a term for when fish (specifically bass in this case) deposit their eggs....read more