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BIG BASS FACTORY! Lake Fork Bass Pro Tour (part 1) | AJFISHING
The First day on Lake Fork was packed with boats but we managed to put together enough to be sitting in 17th place. Only the top 20 advance on day 2 so I have my work cutout for me. Huge thanks to all my sponsors!
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The Bass University Wants You to Live Your BUcket List Dreams
New original series puts America’s top pros on the waters they know best
Runnemede, N.J. – March 23, 2020 – Founded in 2009 by Mike Iaconelli and Pete Gluszek, The Bass University (BU) offers acclaimed bass fishing education programs in three formats: online, in the classroom, and on the water. Now, with the new program, entitled “The Bucket List,” in which BU hosts visit America’s best bass fisheries to fish with the professional anglers who know those fisheries best.
Like other The Bass University comprehensive educational video instructional videos, The Bucket List will be streamed at www.bassu.tv.
“I’ve been fortunate to travel the country to fish many of our nation’s best bass waters, but not everyone has that same opportunity,” said Bass University co-founder Mike Iaconelli. “The Bucket List series will give you fishery-specific information that would otherwise take a lifetime to accumulate. Believe me, I’ll be watching them to learn some lessons myself.”
The first episode will take place on Lake Champlain, on the New York/Vermont border, and the site of Iaconelli’s first professional win. He’ll be joined by his Bass University co-founder Pete “The Dean” Gluszek; another former Lake Champlain winner. The pair will revisit some of the spots where Ike caught his winning fish 20 years ago. Whether you fish there every weekend or you’re planning your personal “bucket list” trip, and you won’t want to miss the two episodes that will unveil many of the two pros’ hard-earned secrets.
The next edition will be on Lake Chickamauga, one of the best trophy fisheries in the southeast. There we will pick the brain of legendary Tennessee angler Wesley Strader – who has a lifetime of experience there – and the tournament hardware to prove it.
“Until now, we’ve focused on proven fishing techniques and strategies with universal applications,” Gluszek said. “We’ll continue to provide that information in these episodes. However, we’ve had strong demand for fishery specific content; our goal at BU is to give the fishermen what they want, and The Bucket List is the next step in that process.”
New episodes will be released every Wednesday. They are available in their entirety by subscribing to www.bassu.tv.
Also, in keeping with the need to balance the public’s needs for Social Distancing and feeding their fishing habit, due to the current situation involving the COVID19 Coronavirus, The Bass University is currently offering $50 off annual subscriptions or 50 days free. Now is the perfect time to homeschool with the bass university and be ready to go when the time comes.
For more information about the Bass University, go to www.bassu.tv, and to see a teaser, click here:
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Lester Picks Two Forgotten Spring Classics
Just because Team Toyota’s Brandon Lester is only 31 years old, doesn’t mean he’s too inexperienced to remember lures that everybody cast not long ago to catch springtime bass — which then seemed to fall out of fashion.
Fact is, Lester has competed in nearly 100 B.A.S.S. events, and already qualified for 5 Bassmaster Classics, including the 2020 Classic in Alabama where he had a very good chance to win going into the final day.
So we asked the country music loving father of two young daughters to choose a couple lures we all should consider digging out of our tackle collection to throw big bass a change-up as springtime bass fishing is in full effect.
Bone colored Bomber Long A
“If you love a good topwater bite, this may very well be the first lure you’ll get a topwater bite on this spring,” says Lester. “It’s a ‘wake bait’ intended to be reeled nice and slow across the surface anywhere you’ve got clear water, and bass staging to spawn on grass flats, shallow secondary points, or a series of laydown trees,” he explains.
One trick Lester utilizes with the vintage Bomber Long A is to cast it on spinning tackle, not baitcasting equipment. He spools his spinning reel with 15 pound Vicious braid and no leader, and theorizes a spinning rod and reel allow for critically important long casts in clear water with this lightweight lure.
Once the lure splashes down, Lester holds the rod tip high to pull the braided line off the surface as he reels slowly, being sure not to let the lure dive, but instead to move gently across the surface while leaving an explosive topwater provoking wake behind its narrow body.
6” creature bait
While a creature bait might not be as vintage as a Bomber Long A, the popularity of Senkos and beaver-style baits often seems to replace soft plastic lizards and creature baits as a first choice amid spring time fishing these days – but not for Brandon Lester.
“I feel like with so many soft plastic craws and beaver style baits on the market right now, people have forgotten about those big invasive creature style baits like the 6” Muscle Back Hawg Hunter that I reach for a lot this time of year,” says Lester.
Notice how Lester describes the Hawg Hunter as “invasive.” He believes these larger profiled creature lures stir animosity in big protective female bass that are either just about to spawn or already on beds.
“As soon as the water temp gets around 58 degrees, I’m going to tie a 6” Hawg Hunter to 20-pound line with a 5/0 Mustad Grip Pin Max hook and pitch to every shallow flooded bush, laydown, or dock I encounter,” he says. “I don’t know whether they think it’s a bluegill, a lizard, or what, I just know they don’t seem to like it, so they eat it.”
While he may be a fairly young guy, keep in mind Lester has already weighed-in over 3,000 pounds of bass in his pro career. So if you find yourself struggling to catch bass the next few weeks on popular trendy lures – try going retro like Lester, and tie on a Bomber Long A or a 6” creature bait.
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Bassmaster Elite Series Event At Lake Eufaula Postponed
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — B.A.S.S. officials announced they will postpone the Bassmaster Elite at Lake Eufaula in Eufaula, Ala., originally scheduled to be held April 2-5, in keeping with the advice of both medical professionals and federal officials to limit gatherings to reduce the spread of the Coronavirus. Anglers, sponsors, staff and the local hosts were informed of this decision on Monday afternoon.
“We are committed to putting the health and safety of our anglers, fans, staff, sponsors and volunteers — and their families — first,” said Bruce Akin, B.A.S.S. CEO. “It has become clear that postponing the upcoming tournament at Lake Eufaula is in the best interest of everyone involved, as well as the community of Eufaula.
“B.A.S.S. believes it is imperative to heed the advice not only of the CDC but of our elected officials as our country navigates this national crisis.”
B.A.S.S. has postponed five March and April events, and is evaluating upcoming tournaments based on precautions and advice from the CDC and public officials as well as local mandates regarding public spaces and events.
“B.A.S.S. has represented core American values since Ray Scott founded the organization,” said Chase Anderson, Chairman of B.A.S.S. “So, in light of the very real national threat of COVID-19, it was a simple decision for B.A.S.S. to postpone events, follow the advice of our elected leaders and medical professionals, and be responsible citizens to assist in curbing the spread of this virus.”
Currently, the CDC recommends avoiding group events, while the White House’s Coronavirus Task Force issued guidelines asking citizens to avoid discretionary travel and gatherings of more than 10 for another seven days. Those guidelines extend to the timeframe when practice days were scheduled to begin on Lake Eufaula.
As more states adopt “shelter in place” recommendations and continue to limit operation of nonessential businesses, B.A.S.S is also considering the impact that potential logistical issues and travel restrictions, including Canadian border closures, may have on the Elite Series anglers’ ability to travel to Alabama.
B.A.S.S. is working alongside the local hosts to identify a new date for the tournament later in the year.
“Although we are truly saddened that the Bassmaster Elite event will be postponed, we respect the decision B.A.S.S. has made,” said Ann Sparks, Tourism and Main Street Executive Director for the City of Eufaula. “They are assuring that the safety of the public, anglers and staff is of the utmost importance, and we look forward to rescheduling and pulling those big bass out of Lake Eufaula!”
Fans of fishing and the Bassmaster Elite Series anglers can find live Q/A videos, inspiring stories, helpful tips and more at Bassmaster.com.
During this national crisis and pause to the tournament season, B.A.S.S. is encouraging people to adhere to local guidelines and, where possible, use this unexpected time to fish smart and enjoy recreational fishing in a safe and responsible way — especially with their families.
“Our ultimate goal is to be good citizens and good stewards of our sport,” B.A.S.S. Chairman Chase Anderson said.
2020 Bassmaster Elite Series Platinum Sponsor: Toyota
2020 Bassmaster Elite Series Premier Sponsors: Abu Garcia, Berkley, Humminbird, Mercury, Minn Kota, Nitro Boats, Power-Pole, Skeeter Boats, Talon, Ranger Boats, Yamaha
2020 Bassmaster Elite Series Supporting Sponsors: Bass Pro Shops, Carhartt, Garmin, HUK Performance Fishing, Mossy Oak Fishing, Rapala
2020 Bassmaster Elite At Lake Eufaula Local Host: Eufaula Barbour Chamber of Commerce
About B.A.S.S.
B.A.S.S. is the worldwide authority on bass fishing and keeper of the culture of the sport, providing cutting edge content on bass fishing whenever, wherever and however bass fishing fans want to use it. Headquartered in Birmingham, Ala., the 515,000-member organization’s fully integrated media platforms include the industry’s leading magazines (Bassmaster and B.A.S.S. Times), website (Bassmaster.com), television show (The Bassmasters on ESPN2 and The Pursuit Channel), radio show (Bassmaster Radio), social media programs and events. For more than 50 years, B.A.S.S. has been dedicated to access, conservation and youth fishing.
The Bassmaster Tournament Trail includes the most prestigious events at each level of competition, including the Bassmaster Elite Series, Basspro.com Bassmaster Opens Series, TNT Fireworks B.A.S.S. Nation Series, Carhartt Bassmaster College Series presented by Bass Pro Shops, Mossy Oak Fishing Bassmaster High School Series presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors, Bassmaster Team Championship, new Huk Bassmaster B.A.S.S. Nation Kayak Series powered by TourneyX presented by Abu Garcia and the ultimate celebration of competitive fishing, the Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic presented by Huk.
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Idaho’s Chris Rambough Awarded Inaugural C.A.S.T. For Kids B.A.S.S. Humanitarian Award
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Sportfishing’s biggest stage was used to recognize the incredible philanthropic work done by anglers around the country when B.A.S.S. honored the inaugural winner of the C.A.S.T. for Kids B.A.S.S. Humanitarian Award during the Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic presented by Huk.
2020 award recipient Chris Rambough, of Meridian, Idaho, was selected by a panel of judges from a strong field of nominations for his deep commitment to encourage kids of all ability levels to get outdoors. Among Rambough’s accomplishments are two decades of involvement with C.A.S.T. for Kids events for special needs children, creating a youth program for Payette River Bassmasters and personally mentoring kids in his community.
“I may be the man in front but my amazing wife and best friend, Stacy, is every bit as deserving as I am,” said Rambough of the award. “She walks hand in hand with me doing the things we do. This is a WE award, not a ME award! There is a huge number of family, friends and organizations that provide the necessary support to do what we do.”
A portion of his award nomination characterized Rambough as having an unmatched commitment to every person he meets. “He truly is a man of service,” read the nomination. “Service to the fragile population, service to his community, service to his club, service to strangers and service to humanity.
“What makes Chris different than others, but what makes him stand out above all the rest, is his humility in his service.”
Rambough credits his father, Harold Vaughn, for introducing him both to bass fishing and to the C.A.S.T. for Kids program. In fact, after the Black Canyon, Idaho C.A.S.T. for Kids event lost its funding in 2018, Rambough and his wife funded the entire event in Vaughn’s memory.
“He was the epitome of caring and sharing,” Rambough said of his father. “Every person should strive to be what he was.”
The C.A.S.T. for Kids B.A.S.S. Humanitarian Award was established to honor one B.A.S.S. member who has demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to serving groups such as children with special needs, veterans, abuse survivors or any people who need extra help and support.
“It was very inspiring to read the stories of all the wonderful nominees for this inaugural C.A.S.T. for Kids B.A.S.S. Humanitarian Award,” said Executive Director of the C.A.S.T. for Kids Foundation and Bassmaster Elite Series pro Jay Yelas. “There were many deserving people nominated, but Chris Rambough stood out for his tireless work with the Idaho B.A.S.S. Nation and the youth in his community over the last couple of decades.
“I am thrilled to congratulate Chris and thank him for making a difference in the lives of youth in his community.”
Presenting the award to Rambough was C.A.S.T. for Kids national spokesman and Basspro.com Bassmaster Opens Series angler Clay Dyer.
About C.A.S.T. for Kids
The C.A.S.T. for Kids program has been proven to enrich the lives of children with special needs by hosting events that prove children with disabilities can accomplish anything. These events allow them to enjoy a unique fishing and boating event, one where they can leave their cares on shore and feel “normal” for a day. The events have many lasting benefits. The kids feel genuinely loved, valued and accepted by their community, and are celebrated as winners at an awards ceremony. The Foundation has seen tremendous positive improvements in growing their social skills and overcoming behavioral issues through their interactions at events with community volunteers and children of similar disabilities. Encouraging the kids with a team-oriented approach, the C.A.S.T. for Kids Foundation has enhanced the lives of over 120,000 kids over the last three decades. To learn more, visit castforkids.org.
About B.A.S.S.
B.A.S.S. is the worldwide authority on bass fishing and keeper of the culture of the sport, providing cutting edge content on bass fishing whenever, wherever and however bass fishing fans want to use it. Headquartered in Birmingham, Ala., the 515,000-member organization’s fully integrated media platforms include the industry’s leading magazines (Bassmaster and B.A.S.S. Times), website (Bassmaster.com), television show (The Bassmasters on ESPN2 and The Pursuit Channel), radio show (Bassmaster Radio), social media programs and events. For more than 50 years, B.A.S.S. has been dedicated to access, conservation and youth fishing.
The Bassmaster Tournament Trail includes the most prestigious events at each level of competition, including the Bassmaster Elite Series, Basspro.com Bassmaster Opens Series, TNT Fireworks B.A.S.S. Nation Series, Carhartt Bassmaster College Series presented by Bass Pro Shops, Mossy Oak Fishing Bassmaster High School Series presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors, Bassmaster Team Championship, new Huk Bassmaster B.A.S.S. Nation Kayak Series powered by TourneyX presented by Abu Garcia and the ultimate celebration of competitive fishing, the Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic presented by Huk.
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