Two bass fishing tactics are commonly used to pull big bass from massive grass mats, throwing a hollow body frog for those fish willing to smash through the “roof,” and punching through the grass for those holding below. If bass aren't hitting the top, the choice is already made. Put up your dukes and start punchin‘

Lake Jacomo Marina and Jackson County Parks and Recreation will host National Marina Day on Saturday, June 8.

Bass anglers often fly wide open right past one of the best locations on almost any lake. Riprap, those rocks and chunks of concrete stacked along shore to prevent erosion are key bass fishing areas for a lot of reasons.

On May 8, 2013, I turned 60 years old, a milestone many never thought would come – especially me. But I did reach this portal into old age and realize that I still feel young, though not quite as invincible.

Spring is an excellent times for bass fishing on smaller waters. Ponds and small lakes offer some real excitement – the kind bass fishermen dream of.

Spring is a great time for panfishing. Our weather has been weird in 2013, but you can still catch panfish. The following are suggestions for catching three species found throughout the Midwest.

Here is a riddle: What do good, clean teeth and fishing have in common? Why the “Show Me the Smiles Fishing Festival” on Hillsdale Lake at the Jayhawk Marina on Sunday, April 28, of course.

I love preparing for spring turkey season. Checking camouflage and getting all equipment ready feels like a child preparing for Christmas.

Friday is the deadline to register for the Discover Nature Women’s Spring Fling event April 26-28 at the Lake Doniphan Conference and Retreat Center near Excelsior Springs.

April brings warm rain, dogwood blooms and incredibly tasty morel mushrooms.