The Chatterbait came onto the bass fishing scene around 2004 and has never looked back. There were a lot of skeptics who thought this would be another “helicopter lure” or “banjo minnow” type bait. I was introduced to this bait […]
ChatterBait – The 4 Wheel Drive Lure Read More »
In March 2008, Jeremy Bruton of Blooming Grove caught a 13.05 pound largemouth bass during a fishing tournament on Richland Chambers Reservoir. The big bass propelled Bruton to a second place finish and a $40 payout in the tournament that
Toyota ShareLunker Selective Breeding Program Connects Bass Anglers across the State Read More »
Angler Larry Mosby caught the second Toyota ShareLunker of the 2017 season Feb. 28 from Lake Naconiche near Nacogdoches. ShareLunker 567, a 13.06 pound largemouth bass, is the first ShareLunker from the lake to be submitted to the program. “Lake
First Toyota ShareLunker Caught From Lake Naconiche Read More »
Sight fishing is one of the most exciting ways to catch spring time spawning bass. It can also be the most frustrating as well. Just because you can see a bass on the bed, doesn’t mean you will be able
SIGHT FISHING- Watching the Magic Read More »
This time of year is when most Texas anglers flood the boat ramps and go searching for big bug eyed largemouth that are getting ready to spawn. But, do we really understand what they are doing and why they are
The Bass Spawn: Love is in the Water Read More »
In March 2006, angler Edward Reid pulled a staggering 14.48-pound largemouth bass from the depths of Lake Conroe near Houston. On Feb. 10, nearly 11 years later and more than 234 miles away, angler Ryder Wicker caught the 13.07-pound offspring
Biologists Confirm Genetics of First ShareLunker Offspring Entered into Program Read More »
Bowfishing for tilapia is probably one of the most challenging, but fun activities I enjoy in the outdoors. A couple of weeks ago I had the sincere pleasure to go bowfishing again with Marty McIntyre with GARQUEST Bowfishing Adventures on
Mmm…Tilapia and Bowfishing Fun Read More »
White bass are one of Texas’ most sought after game fish, especially when they make their annual spring spawning migration into rivers above reservoirs. Now that those fish are on the move, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) River
Three Leased Public Fishing Access Areas Open for White Bass Anglers Read More »
Fort Worth angler Ryder Wicker caught the first Toyota ShareLunker of the 2017 season Feb. 10 at Marine Creek Lake. But this wasn’t the only “first” he checked off the list – this particular fish outweighs the former water body
First 2017 Toyota ShareLunker Collected at Marine Creek Lake Read More »
In my last blog we went over where to look for Big S-w-o-l-l-e-n Sow Belly Largemouth Bass. Now we are going to go over my personal favorite 5 baits to catch them. Note that I said “personal favorites”. These are
HOG Time Top 5 Baits Read More »
The 42nd annual Houston Fishing Show is just around the corner, and we don’t want you to miss a minute of the action! Check out the schedule below to plan your visit and be sure to stop by and see TF&G’s
42nd Annual Houston Fishing Show Seminar Schedule Read More »
If you are looking for a new personal best bucket mouth bass, February is prime time to catch a genuine HOG. In most parts of Texas February means pre-spawn and the big girls will be at their heaviest weights of
February is HOG Time Read More »
Ok, in my last blog I tried to explain the differences of power plant lakes and your typical Texas reservoirs we usually fish. I hope you looked into some of the lakes that I had listed for you to try.
Cold Weather = Hot Bass Fishing on Texas Power Plant Lakes Part 2 Read More »
Changes to harvest regulations for bass in the Devil’s River highlight this year’s list of proposed freshwater fishing regulation changes. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) staff have also proposed regulation changes for lakes in Abilene and Dallas/Fort Worth and
TPWD Releases Freshwater Fishing Regulation Proposals for 2017-18 Read More »
Once deer season ends in January it’s only a short time until another Texas tradition kicks off. Thousands of lone star state anglers drag bass boats, Jon boats, kayaks and anything else that floats down to Texas waterways to get
Sandbass Time is Fast Upon Us Read More »
This time of year most bass fishermen have watched every DVR recorded fishing show they have trying to get ready for the upcoming spawn. Episodes of Mark Zona, Bassmasters and Major League Fishing have been played at my house quite
Cold Weather = Hot Bass Fishing on Texas Power Plant Lakes Read More »
The largest indoor show for outdoor sports in America is here at NRG Center, and we are featuring special coverage all week! Thats right, it’s 2017 Houston International Boat, Sport & Travel SUPER SHOW. With the Spotlight on over 1,000 Boats and
2017 Houston Boat Show – Day 1 Fishing Tackle Coverage Read More »
If you ever wanted to meet a guy who you felt you have known for 20 years after 20 minutes then Troy King is that guy. I first met Troy while working at a local wood mill. Troy ran a
The King..Troy King that is… Read More »
Lake Texoma striper fishing is on fire! The word is out about our striper fishing shrine. Devout fishermen are now making pilgrimage to Lake Texoma for some World Class Fishing. On Lake Texoma we catch fish every month of the
Remember December – Lake Texoma Striper Fishing “ON FIRE!” Read More »
AUSTIN—The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has signed temporary lease agreements with four Guadalupe River property owners to expand public access to the trout fishery downstream of Canyon Lake. Public fishing access will be available at Rio Guadalupe Resort
Public Fishing Access Areas Open Friday on Guadalupe River Read More »
