Seasonal Fishing Articles
THE PROS’ FAVORITE BAITS FOR MAY
May 9, 2020Check out which May baits you should be throwing! https://www.flwfishing.com/tips/2020-05-07-pros-favorite-baits-for-may?mc_cid=52a704ca2f&mc_eid=5b0f53eb8b
Read MoreDemystifying the Jerkbait
February 12, 2020The suspending jerk bait is synonymous with wintertime fishing here in the Ozarks. At this time, many of...
Read MoreSuspending Jerkbait-King Of Wintertime Fishing At Lake Of The Ozarks
January 30, 2020When it comes to wintertime fishing here in the Ozark Mountains, the suspending jerkbait reigns as king. There’s just something about its erratic dart-and-suspend action that drives lethargic winter fish crazy. I wanted to know a little more about these baits, so I interviewed Wayne Fitzpatrick, who is the owner of Fitz Fishing Tackle & Supplies in Osage Beach. The winter/spring jerkbait season can be broken up into three categories: early winter (December), winter (January-mid February), and early spring/pre-spawn (late February-March).
Read MoreTalking Winter Bass Fishing With Legend Vern Jaycox
December 4, 2019Forty-one years ago local legend Vern Jaycox took to the waters known as Lake of the Ozarks (LOZ). Over time Jaycox became a very successful tournament fisherman as well as a master with jerkbait. Recently we had a chance to chat about winter fishing patterns, conditions, baits and the season overall. He offered his expertise in what has worked with the winter patterns for him over the years and how he came to choose his methods.
Read MoreCatching Lake Of The Ozarks Bass During The Fall Turnover
August 26, 2019In autumn, the surface water cools and sinks, mixing with the lower layers. The process causes currents, which mix the sinking surface water and the colder layers below. Wave action from fall winds result in the circulation of the various layers (turnover) and the mixing of the whole lake. By late fall the water has cooled off to 39 degrees from top to bottom. The change causes a good supply of oxygen at all levels of the lake, and the fish will tend to spread out and seek new habitat.
Read MoreHow To Catch And Clean Winter Crappie And Bluegills
January 15, 2018Vincent is 11 years old and a student at Chaminade School in St. Louis. Vincent's parents own a place on the 3MM near the dam. Vincent plans to be a heart surgeon for his career and desires to design rods on the side. Vincent is a passionate fisherman. With the approval of his school teachers/leadership, Vincent writes a monthly newsletter about fishing that is displayed and distributed throughout his school. Vincent is a very special young man with a passion for fishing.
Read MoreOctober Bass Fishing At Lake Of The Ozarks
October 17, 2017October is one of the most beautiful times of the year at Lake of the Ozarks as the...
Read MoreChoosing Lures For Lake Of The Ozarks’ Fall Bass Fishing
September 13, 2017Selecting lures can be tough sometimes, but the decision becomes easier in the fall at Lake of the Ozarks if you pay attention to a bass' autumn diet. Shad are a favorite meal for the bass in the fall.
Read MoreDeep Water Cranking For Summertime Bass
August 3, 2017When the summer heat hits and the bass go deep, cranking deep by running crankbaits in order to trigger reaction strikes can wear out even most avid fishermen. Give yourself a break because there is good news! There’s a great way to catch the attention of deep, summertime bass without strapping into a fighting chair and cranking yourself to death.
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