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Artificial Lure here, sliding out from under the casting deck with your weekly bass fix.Let’s start with some headline-worthy catches. On The Water’s latest Maryland and Chesapeake Bay report says big migratory striped bass are stacked within about 3 miles of Ocean City and Indian River, with boats trolling Mojos and hucking big soft plastics into legit cow bass. Captain Jamie Clough of Eastern Shore Light Tackle Charters is putting clients on heavy stripers back in the Chesapeake, marking bait balls and dropping big paddletails into schools of bunker like it’s a video game.If you’re more into the river-lake grind, FishingBooker’s 2026 “best fishing cities” rundown quietly reminds us that Atlanta and Nashville are sleeper bass hubs. Around Atlanta, Lake Lanier is still cranking out striped and spotted bass, while the Chattahoochee gives you that wade-fishing vibe fly anglers love: current seams, structure, and fish that eat streamers like they mean it. Nashville’s Percy Priest and Old Hickory lakes stay classic mixed-bag water, with largemouth, smallmouth, and spots all in play—perfect for anyone who wants to fish a Clouser one cast and a jig the next.Out West, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife’s recreation report just flagged an intriguing largemouth situation in the Klamath Basin. A drift-boat electrofishing run on the Klamath River this spring turned up multiple year classes of largemouth around Miller Island, plus a couple of nice bass taken right off the dock at Veterans Park. It’s not exactly on the national bass-tour map yet, but for a traveling fly fisher who likes sneaky destinations, that river-lake hybrid scene with bass sliding along weedlines screams “big articulated streamer” on a sinking line.Tournament junkie? The Bass Cast reports Matt Robertson just won the CATT Lake Norman Fall Final with a five-bass bag going 16.50 pounds. December, clear water, pressured fish, and that kind of weight means he dialed in a cold-water pattern—think subtle swimbaits, jerkbaits, or finesse presentations that any fly angler could mimic with neutrally buoyant streamers and long pauses.On the bigger-picture side, the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership just recapped 2025 forage-fish battles, especially around Atlantic menhaden. Managers cut the 2026 menhaden quota by only about 20 percent, even though updated science suggests a much larger cut would help rebuild Atlantic striped bass. For anyone who chases bass with flies, that’s worth tracking—healthy bait schools equal better surface feeds, more life in the rips, and more chances to watch a striper detonate on your deceiver in three feet of water.And if you like your bass with a side of national pride, Georgia Outdoor News just spotlighted Georgia’s Cooper Moon and the USAngling Youth Team taking gold at an international bass event in South Africa. Team tactics, reading unfamiliar water, and staying flexible with presentations were all key—exactly the mindset crossover anglers bring when they bounce between fly gear and conventional.So if you’re a fly fisher flirting with bass, this is your season: big winter stripers on paddletails you can copy with big hollow fleyes, spotted bass on clear Southern reservoirs eating jiggy baitfish patterns, and sneaky western rivers where a bass eats more like a brown trout than a ditch pickle.Thanks for tuning in to Artificial Lure. Come back next week for more bass gossip, fresh hotspots, and a few ideas to keep your fly box honest. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for more from me check out QuietPlease dot A I.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Name’s Artificial Lure, and if you chase green fish with long rods and feathers, listen up—bass fishing in the U.S. has been quietly on fire lately.Let’s start with big bites. Western Outdoor News reports that California’s Clear Lake is still wearing the crown as Bassmaster’s top bass lake in America, and it’s not just hype—WON BASS pro John Pearl weighed a ridiculous 102.81-pound, 15-fish total there in the Clear Lake Open, and anglers are already predicting another triple‑digit winning weight in upcoming events. Clear Lake in winter means cold, clear water, tight wolfpacks of largemouth glued to cover, and a game that looks a lot like technical trout or steelhead fishing—small windows, precise casts, and watching your electronics like a spring creek hatch.If you’re more into the “locals only” southern scene, the National Professional Fishing League just dropped its 2025 schedule, and it basically doubles as a hotspot checklist. They’re hitting Santee Cooper in South Carolina, Lake Norman in North Carolina, Douglas in Tennessee, Eufaula in Oklahoma, the St. Lawrence River in New York, and Logan Martin in Alabama. Those stops aren’t random—they’re picking lakes that are kicking out heavy bags and big smallmouth/ largemouth mixes. Think of them as a road map for where bass are getting absolutely bullied right now.Down in Texas, the weekly freshwater reports from Texas Parks and Wildlife read like a winter bass sampler. Bridgeport is producing decent largemouth on deep crankbaits, A‑rigs, and swimbaits over schooling fish, while a shoreline crankbait or chatterbait bite is hanging on early. Richland Chambers is labeled “good,” with hybrids and white bass stacking on mid‑lake structure, and black bass getting in on the action. It’s classic winter pattern stuff that translates perfectly if you’re a fly angler who knows how to count down a sinking line and crawl a baitfish pattern over humps and drops.On the tournament side, college and grassroots circuits are heating up. The Association of Collegiate Anglers just recapped the mid‑season standings for the 2025‑26 Bass Pro Shops School of the Year race, and those kids are traveling coast to coast, putting serious pressure on the best largemouth and smallmouth water in the country. Major League Fishing is lining up its 2025 and 2026 schedules with classics like Table Rock and Barren River, targeting windows when the lakes fish at their absolute peak. Translation: if you’re a weekend stick, these event calendars tell you exactly when to show up if you want your personal‑best bass.Curious where to point a fly rod? Here’s the quick-and-dirty list:Clear Lake, CA – deep, clear, giant largemouth; think big game streamer tactics.St. Lawrence River, NY – smallmouth that eat like steelhead and fight like they’re insulted.Santee Cooper, SC, and Logan Martin, AL – classic southern structure lakes where a craw or baitfish streamer on sinking line will absolutely get chewed around brush, docks, and rock.Bassmaster is already teasing the 2026 Elite Series lineup and new rookies, and sites like The Fishing Wire are talking about how U.S. anglers are spending more on tackle and dialing in more specialized gear. The bass world keeps getting more technical—forward‑facing sonar, finesse plastics, tiny swimbaits—which honestly slides fly anglers right into the mix. If you’re already used to reading current seams and micro‑structure, you’re halfway to being dangerous on a winter bass lake.I’m Artificial Lure, thanks for tuning in. Swing back next week for more bass buzz from around the States. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for more from me check out QuietPlease dot A I.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here, dragging the bottom for the freshest bass buzz across the States.Let’s start out West, where Wyoming just muscled its way onto the largemouth map. According to K2 Radio in Casper, 12‑year‑old Tucker Bass (yeah, that’s his real name) set an International Game Fish Association junior world record at Lake Cameahwait, aka Bass Lake, with a 2‑pound, 4‑ounce largemouth on a 4‑pound line. He did it from a two‑person kayak, using a Northland tungsten jig that’s usually tied on for ice fishing, not bucketmouths. That kid is now Wyoming’s only largemouth world‑record holder, and he also punched his ticket as a Trophy Angler in the state’s Master Angler program.Slide northwest and Idaho Fish and Game just kicked off a new largemouth study on the Chain Lakes connected to Lake Coeur d’Alene. Idaho Fish and Game reports they’re working with local bass clubs to tag and track fish in eight lakes to dial in how these bass use backwaters, weeds, and changing water levels. Translation: if you’re a structure junkie who likes to pick apart side channels with the fly rod or a finesse stick, that whole Coeur d’Alene chain is only going to get better as managers tune regs and habitat with real data.Midwestern crew, don’t sleep on northern Wisconsin. The Minocqua Area Chamber of Commerce fishing report says Bassmaster recently named the Minocqua Chain one of the top 25 bass lakes in the central region and in the top 100 nationwide. Those dark, forest‑rimmed lakes fish a lot like big, still trout water—clear, plenty of edges, and tons of room to work a streamer or deer‑hair diver along wood and weedlines. Popular nearby lakes like Big Arbor Vitae and Clear and Madeline get love too, but if you’re a fly angler chasing smallmouth that act like river fish in lake current, the Minocqua Chain is a “locals know” hotspot.Down in bass‑boat country, the tournament scene is still punching. The Bass Cast reports Matt Robertson just hammered 16.50 pounds of Lake Norman bass to win the CATT Fall Final in North Carolina with a five‑fish bag and a 4.69 kicker. Lake Norman keeps showing why it stays on national schedules: lots of bait, healthy spots and largemouth, and a ton of dock and brush structure that would be deadly for anyone swinging big articulated flies on sinking lines around shade pockets.If you’re mapping out 2025 road trips, the National Professional Fishing League schedule reads like a greatest‑hits list of bass water. The League’s 2025 slate includes Santee Cooper in South Carolina, Lake Norman in North Carolina, Douglas in Tennessee, Lake Eufaula in Oklahoma, the St. Lawrence River in New York, and Logan Martin in Alabama, capped off with a championship on Lake Hartwell in South Carolina. Those stops tell you exactly where the big‑time pros think the best action is going to be—smallmouth on the St. Lawrence, offshore and brush bass at Hartwell, shallow grass and cypress on Santee. Any fly angler who likes covering water and reading current lines could have a field day on those systems outside of tournament chaos.And for a quiet‑water changeup with bass DNA, On The Water magazine just highlighted a new New York state record white perch from Cross River Reservoir. White perch are close cousins to striped bass and crush little jigs in cold water. If you throw small clousers or jiggy baitfish patterns on a light fly rod, that’s winter “bass‑adjacent” fun while you wait for the largemouth and smallmouth bite to heat back up.That’s it for this run. Thanks for tuning in, and come back next week for more bass talk from Artificial Lure. This has been a Quiet Please production. To find more from me, check out QuietPlease dot A I.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Artificial Lure here, tying on a fresh pattern of bass news from around the States.Let’s start with big-fish buzz. Out in Wyoming, a 12-year-old named Tucker Bass (yeah, that’s his real last name) just set an IGFA world record with a 2‑pound, 4‑ounce largemouth on 4‑pound test from little Lake Cameahwait, better known as Bass Lake. According to the Wyoming Game and Fish Department, he stuck it from a kayak on a tiny Northland tungsten ice jig. That’s about as close to fly-fishing finesse as conventional gear gets: light line, tiny profile, vertical presentation.Down in Arkansas, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission just rolled out its new Legacy Lunker trophy bass program, reported by the Arkadelphian. Any largemouth over 10 pounds caught Jan. 1 through March 31 can be turned over alive to the agency, spawned at the Joe Hogan hatchery, and the big mama goes back to her home lake after she recovers. They’re even pairing these Arkansas lunkers with “thoroughbred” Florida-strain males from Red Hills Fishery’s TITAN MAXX line. Translation: more legit megabass genetics swimming around places you and I can launch a jon boat.If you’re looking for hot spots, the tournament world is basically drawing a giant red circle on a few lakes. Major League Fishing just announced the 2026 Bass Pro Tour schedule, and it opens on Lake Guntersville in Alabama, then swings through Hartwell in South Carolina, O.H. Ivie and Whitney down in Texas, Beaver Lake in Arkansas, Grand Lake in Oklahoma, and Lake Erie out of Ohio. When the top pros keep going back, it’s because those places kick out big bags and plenty of bites.Guntersville in January is going to be especially interesting. MLF notes this will be their first multi-day January event there, so think cold-water grass edges, bait pushed into drains, and fish that will absolutely eat something slow-rolled or crawled along bottom. If you’re a fly angler, picture suspending game changers and big bunny leeches along that same grass and shell.Speaking of smallmouth, Major League Fishing’s Fishing Towns series just revisited Dale Hollow on the Tennessee–Kentucky line, still dining out on that legendary 11‑pound, 15‑ounce smallie. Dale Hollow is classic “big water fly” structure: steep rocky banks, clear water, fish that’ll track a long cast with a sinking line and a neutral-buoyancy baitfish pattern. If you like swinging streamers for browns, this is that vibe, just with bronze backs that jump higher.On the grassroots side, the Carolina Anglers Team Trail keeps stacking weekend tournaments across the Carolinas, Virginia, and Georgia, quietly highlighting how good the local lakes really are. If you’re fly-curious, a lot of those smaller Southeast reservoirs are perfect for sneaking around the backs of creeks with an 8‑weight and a handful of deer‑hair divers.One more curveball: Golf.com recently pointed out that Cabot Citrus Farms in Florida is becoming a legit bass hub disguised as a golf resort. They’ve got a private bass lake next to the clubhouse with guides and gear waiting between rounds. Florida largemouth in a manicured pond you can sight-fish with a floater line and big subsurface bugs? That’s basically a bass flat tailor-made for someone coming from salt or trout.Bass fishing in the U.S. right now is this weirdly perfect mix of science (Arkansas cloning megabass genetics), youth heroes (that Wyoming kid with the ice jig), and pro tours dragging the spotlight across the best lakes in the country. If you’re a fly angler on the fence, this is the moment to start treating bass like warmwater trout with an attitude problem.Thanks for tuning in to Artificial Lure. Come back next week for more bass talk and fresh intel. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for more from me check out QuietPlease dot A I.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Artificial Lure here, sliding out of the rod locker with your weekly bass fix.Let’s start with some brag-worthy stuff. Over on the college-and-beyond scene, Texas A&M just dropped a hammer on the international stage: according to Texas A&M’s athletics site, Fred Roumbanis helped Team USA win gold at the Tri-Nations Bass Tournament, stacking big bags against top anglers from other countries. That’s not your local jackpot derby – that’s red, white, and blue bass domination.Tournament trails are already setting the table for where the next giants are coming from. B.A.S.S. just announced the 2026 Bassmaster Elite Qualifiers schedule, and it’s basically a greatest-hits list of U.S. bass water. They’re kicking off at Norfork Lake in Arkansas, a deep, clear Ozark reservoir tailor-made for finesse and even fly-style presentations if you like playing the long game with suspended fish. Then it’s Toledo Bend in Louisiana, where hydrilla flats and timber cough up true donkeys every season. They wrap at Lake Guntersville in Alabama, the grass-choked Tennessee River factory that regularly spits out 20‑plus pound limits like it’s no big deal. Bassmaster calls this EQ format one of the most demanding paths in pro fishing, and they picked those lakes for a reason: they’re hot, and they’re loaded.If you’re more into “boots on the ramp” than pro circuits, Outdoor News is showing that bass are still biting up north even with ice creeping in. Their December state reports talk about thin ice forming across Iowa, Ohio, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania, but there’s still open water and transition smallmouth and largemouth to be picked off in rivers and power-plant lakes while everyone else sharpens augers. Think slow-rolled swimbaits and jerkbaits, or for you fly folks, big neutrally buoyant streamers on sink tips—basically winter strip-set therapy.Down south, it’s a different story. Texas Parks and Wildlife’s updated lake records page for Lake Conroe reminds everyone that Texas bass don’t play around: the lake largemouth record sits just under 16 pounds, with a junior record over 13. Those may be older records, but every time TPWD refreshes those pages it’s a reminder that any random cast on those Texas impoundments can accidentally turn into your lifetime PB. Winter there is prime big-fish season with jigs, Alabama rigs, and yeah, big articulated flies if you’ve got the backbone in your 8‑weight.On the pro side, The National Professional Fishing League is already talking winter tactics. Their breaking-news features have NPFL pros like Corey Casey and Chad Marler leaning hard into cold-water crankbaits, jerkbaits, and structure fishing. That’s basically a blueprint for fly anglers chasing bass right now: tight-wobble equivalents in fly form, compact profiles, long pauses, and working those transition edges where bait stacks up.If you’re a trout-on-a-3‑weight purist thinking, “Bass? Really?”, here’s the locals-only reality: some of the same stuff you love—reading current seams, targeting structure, watching water temps—translates straight over. Deep Ozark lakes like Norfork fish almost like giant spring creeks with shad, and grass lakes such as Guntersville reward precise casts the way a spooky tailwater brown does. You just get louder eats and more broken tippet.So if your snowpack is building, look for rivers and warm-water discharges holding smallmouth. If you’re south of the frost line, aim at grass edges, channel swings, and timber with something that kicks, flashes, or pushes water. Somewhere between Conroe and Guntersville, somebody’s about to stick the next fish you’ll be mad you missed.Thanks for tuning in to Artificial Lure. Swing back next week for more fresh bass gossip and on-the-water intel. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for more from me check out QuietPlease dot A I.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Artificial Lure here, sliding out of the rod locker with your weekly bass buzz.Let’s start with the big bites. Over in tournament land, Bassmaster reports that Fisher Anaya just punched the final ticket to the 2026 Bassmaster Classic by stacking up nearly 40 pounds at Lake Hartwell in the TNT Fireworks Team Championship Fish-Off. That’s classic pre-winter pattern stuff: offshore structure, bait balled up, and big largemouth chewing when you hit the right window.If you’re a “trout bum with a bass problem,” winter is actually prime time to scratch that itch. Major League Fishing recently ran tips from Mercury pro Marshall Hughes saying December through March is the best window to hunt true giant bass on umbrella rigs. He’s basically treating big largemouth like river browns: target current breaks, edges, and bait schools, but swap your streamers for an A-rig slow-rolled through the mid-column.Hot-spot scouting? Texas is on fire even as temps drop. Texas Parks and Wildlife’s latest weekly report has Lake Brownwood spitting out black bass to almost 8 pounds on bladed jigs and crankbaits in 3–18 feet, especially in the major creeks. Lake Meredith is another sleeper: reports say largemouth, smallmouth, and sand bass are “great” around Sexy Cove and Bugbee on topwaters and spinnerbaits, even with water temps in the low 40s. That’s the kind of mixed-bag action a fly angler can appreciate—think clousers and gamechangers instead of spinnerbaits and chatterbaits.If you’re more of a Western wanderer, Idaho Fish and Game just kicked off a new largemouth bass study in the Chain Lakes connected to Lake Coeur d’Alene. Biologists are tagging fish to understand movement, growth, and pressure. That kind of data is gold if you like figuring out seasonal patterns the way you’d decode a tricky freestone river. Same mindset: read structure, follow forage, and let the science point you to where the pigs winter.There’s also some big-picture stuff worth chewing on. Wired2Fish recently covered research out of Michigan showing many freshwater species, including largemouth and smallmouth bass, are trending smaller as waters warm. Not every fishery’s shrinking, but it’s a reminder to savor those freak-sized catches and maybe lean a little harder into selective harvest and careful handling—especially if you’re out there with barbless hooks and a “catch-photo-release” habit from the fly world.On the travel front, Outdoor News reports that bass bites across the upper Midwest are shifting into full cold-water mode: deeper structure, slow presentations, and smaller profiles. For a fly angler, that’s your cue to dredge with full-sink lines, jigged craw patterns, and neutrally buoyant baitfish flies instead of bombing the banks with poppers.If you’re just looking for somewhere to go this weekend in the States, here’s your quick hit list:Alan Henry and Brownwood in Texas for solid largemouth.Meredith if you want that mixed smallie/large mouth/sand bass chaos.Any power-plant lake or warm-water discharge in your region if you want a legit shot at a winter trophy.That’s it from me, Artificial Lure, tying off the leader for this week. Thanks for tuning in, and come back next week for more bass talk, locals-only intel, and a little science mixed in. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for more from me check out QuietPlease dot A I.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here – your slightly over-caffeinated, silicon-brained fishing buddy, checking in with this week’s bass buzz from around the States.Let’s start in Texas, because of course we are. Wired2Fish reports that right after Thanksgiving, Clay Butler smacked a 12.55-pound largemouth out of Champion Creek Reservoir, breaking a 20-year-old lake record. That’s not just a fat fish, that’s “call your buddies and brag for the rest of your life” class. Texas Parks and Wildlife’s records also show Fort Phantom Hill kicking out a 13.33-pound largemouth in early 2024, reminding everyone that West Texas isn’t just dust and windmills – it’s big-bass country.On the “future of the fishery” front, Louisiana is tuning up one of its sleeper spots. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says they’re dropping 140 adult Florida-strain largemouth into Lake Buhlow in Pineville, on top of 77 they planted earlier this year. Those are retired brood fish from the hatchery, and the goal is simple: bigger bass in a convenient, city-side lake for years to come. Translation: in a couple seasons, Buhlow might be the spot where your “quick after-work session” turns into a personal best.Up in Idaho, things are getting nerdy in a good way. Idaho Fish and Game just launched a new study on largemouth in the Chain Lakes connected to Coeur d’Alene Lake. They’re tagging bass with transmitters to see how much the fish wander between lakes and how that should change management. That Chain Lakes system is already known for trophy largemouth, and this kind of work is how you keep a big-bass factory running instead of burning out.If you’re chasing hot current bites, Sam Rayburn Reservoir in Texas is still one of the most reliable factories for 5-pound-plus fish. Travel and fishing blurbs on Rayburn keep repeating the same thing: tons of cover, piles of quality bass, and legit trophy potential if you’re willing to grind. Over in Tennessee, Cordell Hull Lake is getting more attention too – clear water, pretty scenery, and solid bass fishing that flies just under the radar compared to the more famous Tennessee River reservoirs.Now, for the fly folks lurking in the back of the boat: winter is lining up to be sneaky good if you think like a trout bum. The BassCast just talked about that “first taste of winter” pattern in Virginia – bass sliding between shallow and deep, feeding up, but getting moody. Gear guys are leaning on Alabama rigs, lipless cranks, and slow stuff, but the behavior is what matters. Early and late, when the sun barely bumps the water temp, bass slide shallow and eat. Sounds a lot like working a streamer along a warming bank for browns, doesn’t it? Same game: find the slightly warmer water, move a bait with some intent, and hang on.Fly anglers who want to dabble: this is prime time for big articulated streamers on sinking lines around points, channel swings, and riprap. Think “olive and white Game Changer where that guy would throw an A-rig.” You’re not that far off from your favorite swing run – you’re just doing it from a jon boat instead of a gravel bar.Big picture, between record-breakers in Texas, stocking projects in Louisiana, and telemetry work in Idaho, bass fishing in the U.S. is in a pretty sweet spot. More big fish, better science, and plenty of room for the fly crowd to sneak in and start sticking green torpedoes on 7-weights.Thanks for tuning in to Artificial Lure – come back next week for more bass gossip, big-fish stories, and low-key peer pressure to try something new. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for more from me check out QuietPlease dot A I.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Hey there, this is Artificial Lure here with the latest lowdown on bass fishing across the States, and let me tell you, things are heating up even as the weather cools.Down in Alabama, Fisher Anaya is on fire. Fresh off locking in his spot on the 2026 Bassmaster Elite Series, he just punched his ticket to the 2026 Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic by winning the TNT Fireworks Bassmaster Team Championship Classic Fish-Off on Lake Hartwell. His two-day total of 39 pounds, 15 ounces was just enough to edge out Barrett Choquette and grab that final Classic berth. If you’re into fly fishing, you’ll appreciate this kid’s finesse and focus – he’s the real deal.Over on Lake Guntersville, Nathan Brewer made a serious statement in the Toyota Series opener. He jumped out to a big Day 1 lead with a smallmouth-only bag that weighed 28 pounds, 5 ounces. That’s right – all smallies, and one of them was a 6-pound, 11-ounce monster. Brewer didn’t even need many casts, saying he made about 20 and then called it a day. That kind of efficiency is what dreams are made of.If you’re looking for a hot spot this winter, Lake Patoka in Indiana is shaping up to be a real battleground. Anglers there are facing a fun choice: flip the flooded bushes for spawning largemouth or head toward the dam and target the lake’s growing smallmouth population. There are so many flooded bushes that fish can hide deep in the creeks, but if you can find the right ones, a 20-pound bag isn’t out of the question. More realistically, a solid mixed bag in the 16-17 pound range could be the winning ticket.Wheeler Lake in Alabama is another place to watch. It’s home to all three major bass species, but right now smallmouth are the talk of the lake. They’re running bigger than usual and are easier to pattern as the water cools. Guides and fisheries managers agree that smallmouth could dominate the Toyota Series Championship there, especially around the Decatur Flats and below Guntersville Dam. If you see a 25-pound bag during that event, it’ll likely come from below the dam – though doing it three days in a row is a tall order.Out in Texas, Possum Kingdom Lake just had a few new all-tackle records added. The smallmouth bass record still stands at 6.80 pounds, but there’s plenty of action on other species that share the water with bass. If you’re chasing big fish, it’s a good reminder that even in colder months, the right spot and presentation can turn a slow day into a memory-maker.For those of you who like to slow it down, winter bass fishing is all about deep, stable structure and slow presentations. Focus on points, ledges, and current breaks, and don’t be afraid to crawl a jig or drag a soft plastic. December is a transitional month on many lakes, including Toledo Bend, where anglers are tweaking their approach to match winter patterns.Thanks for tuning in, and come back next week for more bite-sized bass news. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for me, Artificial Lure, check out Quiet Please Dot A I.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Artificial Lure here, sliding out of the rod locker with your weekly bass buzz.Let’s start with one of the wildest “you can’t make this up” stories in a while. Cowboy State Daily reports that 12-year-old Tucker Bass – yes, his last name is Bass – just landed Wyoming’s first world-record largemouth at Lake Cameahwait, better known as Bass Lake. The fish wasn’t a freak giant, it was a 2‑pound, 4‑ounce largemouth that set an International Game Fish Association junior 4‑pound line class world record. Dad’s name? John Bass. They literally put “world-record Bass” on ice, waited for IGFA to certify it, then announced they’re deep‑frying it for dinner. That’s about as local‑only as it gets.On the tournament side, Bassmaster just locked in the final spot for the 2026 Bassmaster Classic, and it went to a 20‑year‑old hammer from tiny Eva, Alabama, named Fisher Anaya. At Lake Hartwell on the Georgia–South Carolina line, he stacked up 39 pounds, 15 ounces over two days in the TNT Fireworks Team Championship Fish‑Off. According to Bassmaster, he leaned on a Neko‑rigged green pumpkin Crush City Janitor Worm, deadsticking it in about 10 to 12 feet, often waiting minutes for those cold‑water largemouth to commit. Hartwell’s already a spotted bass playground, but this week it reminded everyone there are some heavy largemouth chewing in those pockets near the dam.If you’re looking for current hot spots to point the truck at, Major League Fishing has Cayuga Lake in New York on the radar again. Their coverage of the Fox Rent A Car Stage Six says bass are set up on deep grass edges with fish pushing 4 pounds and up, classic northern “clean water, big shoulders” smallmouth and largemouth country. Think long flats, thick grass, and docks, the kind of stuff that just begs for a big streamer or a sink‑tip line if you’re a fly rod sicko crossing over from trout.Down south, the American Bass Anglers trail is lighting up lakes all over. Recent ABA reports have wins and big bass coming off places like Georgia’s Lake Sinclair, Oklahoma’s Grand Lake, and the Harris Chain in Florida. That’s classic winter playbook: shad‑chasing bass on channel swings, docks, and any warm outflow you can find. For a fly angler, that screams neutrally buoyant baitfish patterns slow‑rolled along riprap and bridge pilings when the sun finally warms that top foot of water.If you’re more of a gear tinkerer than a traveler, Whiskey Riff just dropped a rundown of budget‑friendly spinning reels for bass. The fun nugget there is how they talk about spinning setups getting a lot more use thanks to forward‑facing sonar and finesse techniques. That lines right up with the fly world: smaller baits, lighter presentations, watching fish react in real time. Same obsession, just fewer false casts and more screens.And if you’re grinding it out up north, Outdoor News fishing reports out of Minnesota, Wisconsin, and New York say we’re in that weird shoulder season: early ice on the smaller lakes, guys pacing shorelines waiting for safe “walkable” ice, and a mix of open‑water last‑chance bass bites and first‑ice panfish. Not peak bassin’, but if you’re willing to throw big bunny leeches or Clousers along remaining green weeds, you can still stick a few chunky largemouth before everything locks up.Alright, that’s your weekly lap around bass country from Artificial Lure. Thanks for tuning in, and come back next week for more. This has been a Quiet Please production and for me check out Quiet Please Dot A I.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Hey there, this is Artificial Lure with your weekly dose of bass buzz from across the States. Quiet Please, let’s get into it.Bass fishing is definitely in that winter groove right now, but that doesn’t mean the big ones are playing hard to get. In fact, some serious fish are still getting caught if you know where to look. In Maryland, the upper Bay and lower Potomac are still giving up stripers in the deep channels, especially near steep drop offs and bridge pilings. Anglers are jigging metal and soft plastics in 40 to 50 feet of water and seeing some solid action, especially around the Route 301 Bridge on the Potomac and the deeper edges of the Patuxent. The water’s cold, but the bass are still down there, stacked up on the bottom and waiting for a well-placed jig.Over in Texas, the record books are still fresh. Just this past June, Owen Harmon hauled in a 14.25 pound largemouth at O.H. Ivie Lake, and that fish is now the lake’s all tackle record. That’s a serious slab, and it’s a reminder that even in the heat of summer, Texas lakes can still produce monsters. Right now, lakes like Sam Rayburn, Toledo Bend, and Fork are all in that late fall to early winter pattern where bass are moving deep, and the smart money is on slow presentations around points, humps, and deep brush.Out in California, the bass are hugging cover and structure. Reports from places like Lake Perris and Contra Loma say the best bites are coming from fish tight to rocks, weeds, and deeper structure. Early morning topwater can still fire them up, but most of the work is being done with slow, weedless soft plastics in natural or darker colors. If you’re into fly fishing, that’s a good hint – think big streamers and deep sinking lines around those same kinds of spots.In Ohio, West Branch Reservoir is still a powerhouse for big game. The lake’s known for muskies, but it’s also loaded with largemouth, smallmouth, and hybrid stripers. The bass are hanging around stump fields, creek mouths, and rip rap, especially on the east side of the lake. If you’re chasing that winter bite, focus on the main lake points and the drop offs near the dam.Back east, in the Chesapeake region, the stripers are heading deep as the water cools into the 40s. Anglers are finding them near the bottom in the Patapsco, Chester, and Choptank rivers, and the go to methods are jigging soft plastics and trolling umbrella rigs with heavy weights. Some guys are even using hookless spoons as teasers and seeing good results.And if you’re into tournaments, the pro scene is heating up. Major League Fishing just announced the 2026 Tackle Warehouse Pro Circuit is now up to 140 pros, with only 10 spots left before the field is full. That’s a stacked lineup, and it shows how much momentum bass fishing still has.So whether you’re chasing slab crappie, big smallies, or a personal best largemouth, there’s still plenty of action out there. Just dress warm, stay safe, and keep your eyes on the depth finder.Thanks for tuning in. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for me, Artificial Lure, check out Quiet Please Dot A I. Come back next week for more.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Artificial Lure here, reporting from the bass-obsessed corners of the U.S., where the grip-and-grin photos just keep getting bigger and the stories keep getting better.Let’s start with the kind of catch every kid (and, let’s be honest, every grown-up) dreams about. Cowboy State Daily reports that 12‑year‑old Tucker Bass just landed a world‑record largemouth in Wyoming’s junior division on 4‑pound line at Lake Cameahwait, better known as “Bass Lake.” That fish wasn’t just big for a kid; it’s the only IGFA‑certified world‑record largemouth ever caught in Wyoming, and he stuck it on a tungsten ice‑fishing jig while he was supposedly perch fishing. That’s the kind of happy accident that keeps all of us casting “one more time.”If you’re hunting hot water as winter creeps in, Douglas Lake in Tennessee is still acting like the neighborhood meetup spot for serious bass heads. Travel and rec outlets are calling it a year‑round bass hotspot, and it keeps drawing tournament trails plus a steady flow of weekend warriors working those coves and points. Down South, nationwide forecast sites say the southern third of the U.S. is looking at mild temps and “seasonally pleasant” bass conditions right now, especially in the Southeast and Southwest, so think slow‑rolled swimbaits, jigs, and deep structure instead of frantic bank‑beating.Tournament scene? It’s buzzing. Bassmaster just crowned Peyton Sorrow and Dalton Head at the TNT Fireworks Team Championship on Lake Hartwell with 10 bass for just under 39 pounds over two days, anchored by largemouth over 6 pounds. On top of that, B.A.S.S. just announced a big tweak to its “No‑Information” rule for the 2026 season, tightening the 28‑day off‑limits window but easing up outside it so pros can fish and hang out with friends on tournament waters again without feeling like they’re breaking some secret code. The idea came from angler feedback and is supposed to keep things fair without killing the fun.For you trout and fly folks peeking over the fence, bass country is starting to look very familiar. More states are talking about warmwater management like it actually matters, stocking bass in select tidal and reservoir systems and surveying populations with the same seriousness usually reserved for salmonids. Some western lakes are seeing bass mixed right in with trout and perch, and anglers are already tinkering with big streamers, game‑changers, and even poppers on 7‑ and 8‑weights, treating largemouth like the unbuttoned cousin of brown trout. Same tuck cast, same current seams and edges; just swap the #18 BWO for a meaty baitfish pattern and hang on.If you’re planning a trip, circle spots like Douglas Lake in Tennessee, the big Carolina reservoirs like Hartwell, and the classic southern impoundments in Texas, Georgia, and Alabama that keep showing up in national “best fishing cities” lists for their bass lakes nearby. Think of them as warmwater versions of your favorite western tailwaters: big, pressured, but full of fish that reward anyone willing to read structure like you read a riffle.This is Artificial Lure, thanking you for tuning in and hanging out in the bass lane for a bit. Come back next week for more fresh stories, hot bites, and a few ideas to cross over from fly boxes to tackle trays. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for more from me, check out QuietPlease dot AI.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

# Bass Fishing Buzz: December 4, 2025Hey there, bass fanatics! Artificial Lure here with your weekly rundown of what's happening in the freshwater scene. Strap in because this week's got some seriously exciting developments.Let's kick things off with the big news from Major League Fishing. The 2025 Bass Pro Tour season is about to explode with some major changes that'll shake up how we think about competitive bass fishing. Starting January 30th at Lake Conroe in Texas, the tour is ditching forward-facing sonar completely, which means anglers are going back to old-school tactics. We're talking more crankbaits, more bladed jigs, and way more water coverage. If you've been wondering why your favorite pros suddenly looked like they forgot how to fish, this is why. Plus, event winners are now pulling down 150 grand instead of 100k, which should light a fire under some competitive butts.Now here's where it gets really interesting for folks who appreciate finesse fishing. Florida's Rodman Reservoir is absolutely on fire right now, and I'm not just saying that because the lake is partially drawn down. The state implemented a catch-and-release regulation for largemouth bass because the fishing has become absolutely ridiculous. We're talking double-digit bass daily. Charter captains are reporting six bass per angler over ten pounds in just a couple of weeks, with some topping eleven pounds. They're working the upper Ocklawaha River channel with shiners, targeting deep holes and submerged structure. If you want to cross a ten-pounder off your bucket list, this is literally the time. The drawdown continues through late February, so the window won't stay open forever.Over in Texas, Cedar Creek is reporting excellent hybrid and white bass fishing on mid-lake points and drop-offs in eight to fourteen feet of water. The dam area and spillway humps are producing solid numbers. Meanwhile, Comanche Creek stays warm thanks to a power plant, which means largemouth fishing is outstanding even as winter sets in. Soft plastics are the weapon of choice.In the Chesapeake region, Maryland anglers are finding consistent striped bass action in the deeper waters, especially around the mouth of the Choptank and Eastern Bay. The water temperatures are dropping into the low forties, which means fish are hugging the bottom in deep channels. Trolling and jigging around the steep channel edges from Saint Georges Island to Piney Point has been producing nice results.Here's something wild: a new world record just got certified by the International Game Fish Association. Florida angler Benny Ortiz caught a gag grouper that measured ninety-eight centimeters, setting a new length record for the species. The kicker? He released it back into the Gulf. That's the kind of conservation mindset we need to see more of in fishing.The 2025 Bassmaster Team Championship is wrapping up at Lake Hartwell right now, and two young anglers, Austin Sorrow and Jeffrey Head, are leading the charge. The Bassmaster Classic qualifiers are on the line, folks, so these teams are bringing serious heat.Looking ahead, the Bass Pro Tour is also making big roster moves, cutting from eighty to sixty-six anglers this year, with plans to eventually settle at fifty. That means the competition is getting tighter and the talent pool is getting deeper.So there you have it, straight from the water's edge. Whether you're chasing trophy largemouths in Florida or hunting stripers in the Chesapeake, there's never been a better time to get on the water. Thanks for tuning in, and come back next week for more fresh bass fishing intel. This has been an Artificial Lure production. For more, check out Quiet Please Dot A I.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

**BASS FISHING BUZZ - December 3, 2025**Hey there, fellow anglers! This is Artificial Lure coming at you with the freshest bass fishing intel from across the nation. Whether you're a dedicated fly fisher looking to switch things up or just someone who appreciates a good fish tale, stick around because we've got some seriously cool stuff happening in the bass world right now.Let's kick things off with some monster catches that'll make you want to grab your rod immediately. Over in Montana, Joshua Johnson just landed a smallmouth bass weighing 8.4 pounds at Fort Peck Reservoir back in September. That's serious hardware, folks. And if you're into striped bass, Georgia's still holding it down with those legendary 63-pound beauties that were caught way back in 1967 and 2009. The fact that those records are still standing tells you something about how hard it is to land a true monster.Now, here's where it gets really interesting for the fly fishing crowd. Arizona and Nevada are shaking things up with their fishing regulations, and it could affect how anglers approach their fishing. According to the Arizona Game and Fish Department, Nevada's removing the 20-fish daily limit on striped bass over 20 inches at both Lake Mead and Lake Mohave, effective January 1st. That means unlimited striped bass if you're willing to put in the work. The research suggests this won't hurt the fish populations because striped bass growth depends way more on food availability than how many you harvest. Pretty cool, right? They're also aligning catfish limits at 25 fish daily to match Nevada's rules, which should make things easier for everyone hitting those lakes.Speaking of hot spots, Lake Hartwell in South Carolina is absolutely buzzing right now. The area just hosted the 2025 TNT Fireworks Bassmaster Team Championship running through December 6th, which means the lake's been getting serious attention from elite anglers nationwide. If you're thinking about heading that way, the conditions are definitely dialed in.Over at Enid Reservoir in Mississippi, the fishing report from early December shows that largemouth bass are positioning themselves in the clearest water available near cover and main lake points. The cooler weather's got them active, so targeting spinnerbaits and jigs early morning and late evening is your ticket. This is the kind of detailed intel that fly fishers can absolutely use, adjusting your presentations based on water clarity and seasonal behavior.Here's something wild for you seasonal enthusiasts: Lake Vermilion up north is already starting to ice over as of late November, which means the open water reports are wrapping up and ice fishing reports will be coming soon. If you're into that style of fishing, that's your signal to start prepping your winter gear.The winter fishing community is excited too. December is prime time for cooler water tactics, and blade baits are supposedly dominating for lethargic fish just above freezing temperatures. It's a completely different game than summer fishing, but that's exactly what makes bass fishing so endlessly fascinating.We're also seeing some serious college fishing action. The Abu Garcia College Fishing National Championship just wrapped up, with the championship round on Cross Lake producing 34 bass weighing 66 pounds and 4 ounces total. That's the kind of competition that pushes technique forward.The bottom line? December's an incredible time to be bass fishing in America. Whether you're chasing striped bass at Lake Mead and Lake Mohave, grinding it out at Lake Hartwell, or adapting your techniques to winter conditions, there's something for everyone right now.Thanks so much for tuning in, folks! Come back next week for more bass fishing news, legendary catches, and insider tips. This has been Artificial Lure, and for more content, check out Quiet Please Dot A I.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Hey there, bass fans, it’s your pal Artificial Lure here with the latest scoop from the world of bass fishing in the United States. If you’ve been itching to get out on the water, you’re in luck—there’s some serious action happening right now, and the fish are biting.First up, let’s talk about some jaw-dropping catches. Over on Toledo Bend, Cody Pitt just made history with a five-fish limit that weighed in at a whopping 39 pounds, 15 ounces. That’s not just a personal best—it’s the biggest single-day catch ever recorded in BFL competition, and it’s the sixth-largest five-bass limit in MLF history. Pitt’s big bass of the day was a 13-pound, 6-ounce monster, which is now the largest bass ever weighed in BFL events. He said the fish were scattered after some heavy rain, but he managed to find the right spots and make the perfect decisions. If you’re looking for a trophy, Toledo Bend is definitely the place to be.Now, if you’re more into the tournament scene, the 2025 Bass Pro Tour is heating up. The season kicked off at Lake Conroe in Texas, where the top pros are competing for big bucks and valuable points in the Angler of the Year race. The tour will hit some new venues this year, including Smith Mountain Lake in Virginia for the General Tire Heavy Hitters event. The format is also changing—this year, the full field will compete simultaneously in the Qualifying Round, with the top anglers advancing to the Knockout and Championship Rounds. Every day of catch, weigh, and immediate-release competition is live on MLFNOW! and streamed on the Major League Fishing app, MyOutdoorTV, and Rumble. So, if you can’t make it to the lake, you can still catch all the action from your couch.For those of you who prefer a more relaxed, local vibe, Portage Riverwalk and Fishing Pier in Ohio is a great spot for bank bass fishing. Visitors love the clean dock and boat ramp, and it’s known for freshwater drum as well as bass. If you’re in the area, it’s worth a stop.Down in Alabama, the bass fishing community is still feeling the effects of the recent Smith Lake crash. Several tournaments have been canceled due to liability concerns, and there’s a lot of discussion about permits and safety. The popular Black Friday and New Year’s Day tournaments on Lake Guntersville are officially coming to an end, and Auburn University’s bass fishing team has canceled its upcoming event on Lake Jordan. It’s a tough time for tournament organizers, but safety is the top priority.If you’re looking for a new spot to try, South Holston Lake in Tennessee is a 7,580-acre reservoir that’s perfect for bass fishing and a variety of water sports. The lake is known for its excellent opportunities, so it’s a great choice for a weekend getaway.Thanks for tuning in, and come back next week for more bass fishing news and tips. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for me, check out Quiet Please Dot A I.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

# Artificial Lure's Bass Fishing ReportHey there, bass enthusiasts! Artificial Lure here, and boy do we have some exciting stuff happening in the bass fishing world right now. December is officially here, and let me tell you, things are heating up across the country.Let's kick things off with what's happening this week. The 2025 TNT Fireworks Bassmaster Team Championship is about to go down from December 3rd through the 6th at Lake Hartwell in Anderson, South Carolina. We're talking about around 450 anglers competing for 120,000 dollars in prize money, with the winning team taking home 50,000 bucks. But here's the really cool part—the top five teams get to compete in a Classic Fish-Off where their weights get zeroed and they're fishing individually for two days. The winner gets a ticket to the 2026 Bassmaster Classic in Knoxville, Tennessee. That's some serious motivation right there.Now, Lake Hartwell has some unique conditions going into this event. The water level is down, which typically pushes largemouth and spotted bass to congregate in specific areas. Local anglers are expecting a mix of both species to make up the winning bags, with predictions running around 16 to 18 pounds per day to have a solid shot at the championship rounds. What's really interesting is that with modern technology like Forward Facing Sonar, anglers have figured out how to target some seriously big spotted bass in mid-range to deep water. The traditional winter playbook includes fishing the backs of drains, but we're hearing some competitors might try totally different tactics to shake things up.Speaking of big bass, let me tell you about some absolutely insane catches that have happened recently. Over on the Major League Fishing circuit, Randy Howell from Alabama pulled off something wild at the B&W Trailer Hitches Stage One event. During the Knockout Round, he absolutely shattered the Bass Pro Tour big-bass record with a 10-pound 11-ounce largemouth on Caney Creek Reservoir. But get this—Howell didn't stop there. The very next day during the Championship Round on Bussey Brake, he broke his own brand new record by landing a 12-pound 14-ounce beast. Two days, two record-breaking fish. That's the kind of stuff that makes us bass nuts absolutely lose our minds.If you're looking for some legendary smallmouth fishing, Dale Hollow Lake on the Tennessee-Kentucky border has become the stuff of folklore. The lake can claim some of the biggest smallmouth bass ever caught, and there's a legitimate monster hanging on the wall at the Pickett County Visitors Center in Byrdstown, Tennessee—an 11-pound 15-ounce smallmouth that helped make this lake world famous. This place is hallowed ground for anyone serious about chasing trophy smallmouth.For the fly fishing crowd specifically, winter is actually prime time for smallmouth bass. The Indiana fishing reports suggest that successful winter smallmouth fishing requires a gear shift in strategy. You want to focus on deep, slow-moving water, typically around the 15-foot depth range. Here's the key insight—smallmouth bass school up during winter months, so finding one productive area can mean you've found yourself a whole bunch of hungry fish ready to take your offerings.Over in Texas, Owen Harmon absolutely crushed the all-tackle largemouth record at O.H. Ivie Lake back in June with a 14.25-pound monster. That's the kind of destination that should be on every bass angler's bucket list.The fishing scene is absolutely alive right now, folks. Whether you're chasing spotted bass at Lake Hartwell this week, dreaming about Dale Hollow smallmouth, or planning your winter tactics for deep structure, December is prime time for bass fishing across the United States.Thanks for tuning in to this edition of the bass fishing report. Be sure to come back next week for more fresh catches, hot spots, and insider information about what's happening in the bass fishing world. This has been Artificial Lure, a Quiet Please production. For more content, check out Quiet Please Dot A I. Now get out there and tight lines!For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

# Artificial Lure: This Week in Bass FishingHey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here, bringing you the hottest bass fishing intel from across the country. Whether you're a die-hard largemouth chaser or a smallmouth purist, we've got some fantastic news this week.Let's start with what's happening on the tournament scene. Cole Breeden just absolutely crushed it at Lake of the Ozarks in the Toyota Series, pulling in a total weight of 40 pounds and 13 ounces to take home over 33 grand. Now here's the wild part: during the same event, 43 professional anglers completely blanked, catching literally zero keeper bass across two days of fishing. Breeden's secret? Pure consistency. He caught five bass every single day, which might sound like the bare minimum, but when the rest of the field is struggling this hard, that's championship material right there.The guy's success came down to patience and technology. Breeden was using LiveScope to watch fish hanging deep near structure, and he knew exactly when they were eating even when he couldn't feel the bite. That's the kind of situational awareness that separates winners from the rest of us.Over in Tennessee, Cherokee Lake is gearing up for back-to-back Phoenix Bass Fishing League events this May, and pro angler Nick Hatfield is predicting some serious action. He's calling the early morning shad spawn bite critical and expects the middle section of the lake to hold the best quality largemouths. Hatfield thinks an 18-pound bag could win it all, with anything between 13 and 15 pounds putting anglers in the money. The upper dam tailrace could be money as well, so don't overlook those areas during practice.Now let's talk hot spots. If you're looking for trophy striped bass action, Lake Mead and Lake Mohave are about to get even better. Nevada's Department of Wildlife is removing the 20-fish daily bag limit on striped bass over 20 inches starting January 1st, and Arizona is following suit to keep regulations consistent across both states. The research shows these fish grow based on food availability rather than harvest pressure, so removing that limit won't hurt the population. It's basically open season for serious striped bass hunters.Speaking of regulations, if you're chasing catfish at Lake Mead or Lake Mohave, Arizona is proposing to bump the daily limit from 10 to 25 fish to match Nevada's regulations. This standardization is going to make enforcement easier and reduce confusion for us anglers hitting these border lakes.Over on the Jersey Shore, Belmar was just crowned New Jersey's number one fishing town for 2025, with five other Monmouth County communities making the top fishing destinations list. If you're looking for some Northeast action, the Shore is calling.For those of you keeping tabs on regional fishing reports, steelhead action has been steady across multiple northern sections, with reports coming in hot from places like the Rainy River and various New York locations. Brown trout are also making appearances as water temperatures cool down.Here's a quick tip for anyone heading out this December: Winter jig fishing for big bass is absolutely worth your time. Cold water pushes bass deeper and more aggressive, and that jigging bite has been producing serious keeper fish across multiple states.Thanks so much for tuning in to this week's bass fishing update. Come back next week for more fresh intel on what's biting where. This has been a Quiet Please production. Check out Quiet Please Dot A I for more content like this. Tight lines out there!For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

# Bass Fishing in the United States - November 29, 2025Hey there, I'm Artificial Lure, and welcome back to another edition of your weekly bass fishing roundup. Grab your coffee because we've got some seriously hot action happening across the country right now, and fly fishing folks, don't tune out yet—some of these techniques translate beautifully to what you're doing with your rods.Let's start with some jaw-dropping news out of Alabama. Dustin Connell just absolutely dominated Bass Pro Shops REDCREST 2025 on Lake Guntersville, landing 87 pounds and 11 ounces on 27 bass. The man is a machine. This is his third REDCREST title, which puts him in rare company alongside bass fishing legends. What makes this even crazier is that Connell caught 31 pounds in just 36 minutes during championship rounds. He found massive fish too—six weighing 4 pounds or more. If you're tying patterns or thinking about your approach, Connell's success shows that finding quality fish in winter deep water is absolutely worth the effort.Now, if you're on the East Coast, the Chesapeake Bay is firing right now, according to the Maryland Fishing Report. Upper Bay anglers are absolutely stacking blue catfish and striped bass around the Conowingo Dam pool and Susquehanna River mouth. The action is moving deeper as water temperatures drop below 50 degrees, so trolling with tandem-rigged bucktails and umbrella rigs is becoming the name of the game. Some of these striped bass are suspending as deep as 55 feet. Middle Bay holds solid action around the Bay Bridge piers and rock piles, while down in the Lower Potomac, the Line Bar and Sheepshead Bar are lighting it up. The Ocean City Inlet is producing excellent catch-and-release action too, though most fish are coming in a bit short of the 28-inch keeper size.Over on the West Coast, California's Isabella Lake stayed strong this week at 31 percent capacity with several five-plus-pound bass reported and some double-digit breakers in the mix. Rocky Point, Piney Point, and the flume in 15 to 25 feet of water are your sweet spots. Texas-rigged worms and swimbaits are doing the heavy lifting out there.Here's something really interesting for the fly fishing crowd. Grand Lake up in Oklahoma is hosting the Phoenix Bass Fishing League Okie Division kickoff on February 8th, and according to local anglers preparing for the event, jerkbaits and umbrella rigs are going to be huge players. But here's the kicker—one competitor mentioned that you can actually catch these fish on live minnows, which is about as close to traditional fly fishing tactics as competitive bass tournaments get. That's worth noting if you're thinking about branching out.For record hunters, Massachusetts just updated their sportfishing awards, with a 25-inch largemouth bass leading the freshwater category from the Chicopee River. Nothing earth-shattering, but it shows there's consistent quality bass across diverse regions.The 2025 Bass Pro Tour season kicked off strong and is ramping up through the year with seven stages scheduled at premium fisheries across the country. If you're thinking about competing or just want to see how the pros do it, the tour hits lake Conroe, Harris Chain of Lakes, Lake Murray, and several other elite venues.What I'm taking away from this week? Winter bass fishing in deep, structured water is incredibly productive right now. Whether you're throwing conventional tackle or thinking about how fly techniques could apply to these conditions, the fish are concentrated and responsive. Water temps are dropping, bass are bunching up, and the bite is consistent.Thanks so much for tuning in today, folks. Come back next week for more of the latest bass fishing action and insider intel from across the country. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more content like this, head over to quietplease.ai and check us out. Tight lines, everyone.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

# Artificial Lure - Bass Fishing UpdateHey there, bass fanatics! It's your boy Artificial Lure, and let me tell you, the fishing world has been absolutely buzzing lately. We've got record-breaking catches, some absolutely stunning new fishing destinations, and tournament action that'll make your head spin. So grab your favorite rod and stick around.First up, we've got some serious record-breaking news coming out of Ohio. George Bruggeman from New Carlisle just landed the new Ohio state record striped bass weighing in at a whopping 37.375 pounds. Get this, he wasn't even targeting stripers when he hooked this beast back on September 29th at Kiser Lake. The guy was fishing for bluegills and yellow perch using nothing but a half nightcrawler on 8-pound test line. The fish measured 41.81 inches long with a girth of 27.36 inches. That's an absolute unit. This catch knocked the previous record, which had stood since 1993, clean off the books.Now if you're thinking about where to wet a line, Texas is absolutely killing it right now. Lake Fork over in East Texas is producing headlines with some absolutely massive bass. The 2025 Bassmaster Elite tournament just wrapped up there with multiple anglers breaking 100 pounds over four days. Lake Fork consistently produces more of Texas's top 50 largemouth bass than any other water in the state, and if you're serious about trophy hunting, this is the place. You've also got Sam Rayburn Reservoir hosting over 300 bass tournaments annually, and Lake Texoma, which they call the Striper Capital of the World, where self-sustaining striped bass populations mean you can regularly catch fish in the 10 to 20-pound range, some even pushing 35 pounds.Over in New York, if you're looking for something different, Cayuga Lake is hosting the Bass Pro Tour, and let me tell you, this lake is unique. It sits 450 feet deep at its middle and is lined with grass and packed with manmade features like docks that bass absolutely love. The pros are saying December through March is prime time for targeting giant bass there, so if you can make it up north, the cold water bite is going to be exceptional.The professional fishing scene is absolutely red-hot right now too. Cole Floyd just wrapped up his best season as a pro with five straight Top 10 finishes and finished fourth in the Angler of the Year voting. Jacob Powroznik dominated Stage Three of the Bass Pro Tour and picked up a win at Shearon Harris Reservoir. The National Professional Fishing League is also hitting full capacity for the 2026 season with 130 anglers locked in, so the competition is fiercer than ever.What's really cool is seeing grassroots fishing grow too. The CATT Lake Wateree Fall Final just crowned Kareem and Jaylin White as champions with five bass weighing 20.05 pounds, and there's seriously something happening every single week across the country.Whether you're chasing stripers in Ohio, grinding trophy largemouths in Texas, or exploring new northern waters, there's never been a better time to be bass fishing in America. The bites are hot, the fish are big, and the opportunity is everywhere.Thanks so much for tuning in to Artificial Lure. Come back next week for more of your favorite bass fishing updates and insider intel. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out Quiet Please Dot A I.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

# Bass Fishing Update with Artificial LureHey there, bass anglers! Artificial Lure here with your weekly dose of freshwater action. Man, what a time to be a bass fisherman in this country right now.Let's kick things off with some seriously impressive tournament news. Dustin Connell just absolutely dominated the Bass Pro Shops REDCREST championship down in Huntsville, Alabama, hauling in 87 pounds and 11 ounces across 27 scorable bass on championship Sunday alone. That's three REDCREST titles for the guy, and he's now sitting in some seriously elite company alongside Hall of Famers Kevin VanDam and Rick Clunn. Connell made a gutsy call during the tournament, ditching his initial spawning pattern and running about 70 miles upriver to fish the tailrace below Nickajack Dam. That move paid off huge when he switched from his CrushCity Mayor swimbait to a Mooch Minnow in the final minutes before lines out. The guy went from 47th place to championship winner by finding quality fish in unexpected places. That's the kind of lesson we can all learn from.Speaking of tournament action, the 2025 Bass Pro Tour season is ramping up in a big way. The full schedule just dropped and it's absolutely stacked. The season kicks off in late January at Lake Conroe in Texas with seven stages across some of the best bass lakes in America. We're talking Lake Murray in South Carolina, Lake Guntersville in Alabama, Kentucky Lake, the Potomac River in Maryland, and finishing up at Saginaw Bay in Michigan. Every regular season event puts up a 150,000-dollar top prize, and 65 of the world's best anglers will be competing. Plus, there are three brand new venues on the Bass Pro Tour schedule this year, so expect some wild cards and unpredictable patterns.Now let's talk about where you can actually catch some bass right now. If you're on the East Coast, Maryland fishing reports are showing some solid action in deeper channel areas right now. Most stripers are holding close to the bottom in 40 to 55 feet of water, and trolling tandem rigged bucktails or jigging with large soft plastics in the 6 to 10 inch range is working. The Lower Potomac from Cobb Island down past Piney Point has been the hotspot, with steep edges like the Line Bar and Sheepshead Bar absolutely firing.Out in Texas, reports from late November show bass are still active in the mid-range depths. Lakes like Brownwood are producing black bass up to 8 pounds in 13 to 28 feet of water on Alabama rigs, while shallower shoreline work with bladed jigs and crankbaits is also good in 3 to 8 feet. Water temperatures are dropping into the mid to high 60s after recent cold fronts, which means bass are transitioning into winter patterns. Look for them on main lake drains and secondary points where creek channels swing through.Over in California, Clear Lake showed strong weight potential with productive windows developing later in the day this November. The Golden Mussel situation continues to disrupt some fisheries, but plenty of water is still firing for serious bass anglers.Here's what I'm seeing across the board right now: winter is here, and the bass fishing is absolutely worth your time. Whether you're a fly fisher looking to switch gears or a hardcore tournament angler chasing big money, the opportunities are everywhere. Get out there, adapt to the dropping water temps, and don't be afraid to make those bold moves like Connell did at REDCREST.Thanks so much for tuning in with me today! Come back next week for more hot spots, big catches, and tournament updates. This has been Artificial Lure with Quiet Please. For more, check out Quiet Please dot AI. Tight lines, everyone!For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Hey bass maniacs, Artificial Lure sliding in with the freshest report on America’s bass fishing scene, and if you like tossing flies or bouncing jigs, you’re in for a treat. The past week has been buzzing all across the country—let’s dip into the highlights!Starting off hot, the Santee Cooper Fall Final went down in South Carolina and, man, was it a barn burner. Jonathan Sutton and James Gibbons weighed in five bass totaling a whopping 22.07 pounds and also nailed the biggest fish of the day at 8.49 pounds. For late November, that’s pretty epic—shows Santee Cooper's still a heavyweight when it comes to big largemouth.Meanwhile, over on Lake Eufaula, Alabama, the self-proclaimed Big Bass Capital of the World, folks are still slinging spinnerbaits and catching chunky largemouth. This place breathes fishing: from the iconic “Manny” bass statue to the local bait shops and BBQ joints lined with tournament trophies, Eufaula is where legends are made and giant bass survive your wildest stories. If you’re chasing personal bests with a fly rod—think big poppers at dawn near submerged trees—Eufaula could be your next stop.Tournament anglers from the Major League Fishing tour are still riding high after wrapping up fall competitions at Kerr Lake and the James River. Over at Kerr, Tommy Marrow and Dennis Reedy landed five bass at nearly 20.32 pounds, and on the James, Brian LaClair flipped jigs for a five-fish bag of 18 pounds, 13 ounces. The James also coughed up a 7-pound, 11-ounce monster—serious bragging rights, especially if you’re used to casting streamers for smallies.For folks thinking beyond tourneys, lake reports nationwide keep showing promise. Iowa’s DNR said largemouth fishing is “excellent” if you work spinnerbaits and swim jigs around dying weed edges and rocky cuts in backwaters. And for you multispecies fans, check out spots like Argyle Lake in Illinois or Navajo Lake in New Mexico, where bass are hitting and the occasional kokanee or saugeye spices things up.Hot tip for gearheads: Major League Fishing is capping forward-facing sonar to two units per boat next season, leveling the playing field for everyone. If tech isn’t your thing, old-school fly tactics are alive and well—just mix it up with big streamers or surface poppers for explosive strikes in the shallows.In other news, North Carolina anglers, heads up! Starting next week, you’ll need to report any keepers of popular species, including striped bass, whenever you take ‘em home. The new rule aims to tighten management and keep the fishery thriving for all of us. Sounds like a small price for sustainable action and more big bass days.That’s all the juice for this week—record catches, wild tourneys, bonkers hot spots, and a sprinkle of rule updates for good measure. Thanks for tuning in to Artificial Lure's Bass Report! Swing back next week for more stories, local tactics, and juicy insider tips. This has been a Quiet Please production, and if you want more, check out Quiet Please Dot A I. Happy casting!For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI