| What is it in bass fishing that compels so many people | | | | 5. Temperature of the water |
| to take part in this activity? People really like bass | | | | 6. Seasonal patterns- there can be a related trend of |
| fishing that is why when they hear a trend about it this | | | | bass fishing. |
| peaks their interests. | | | | 7. Structure area location |
| "Where are the what...? Where are the bass!" How | | | | 8. Locating areas of vegetation |
| many anglers (recreational and tournament) find a | | | | There is even more! Being a bass angler that is |
| body of water that they have not fished before, get | | | | consistent includes more than just jumping in your boat, |
| the boat in the water, then, they ask themselves this | | | | getting in the water, and casting your baits. That's why |
| question? This is most likely one of the largest issues in | | | | it can get so exhilarating and aggressive at bass |
| bass fishing that an angler needs to understand. | | | | tournaments, because as you gather more information |
| Here you will get advice on how to find areas best for | | | | about finding bass the faster you can begin to catch |
| bass fishing. | | | | them right? And hey, thats half the struggle? |
| Finding bass and understanding the water would be | | | | Let's begin by taking a look at a map of a lake. There |
| the most important question of many bass anglers. | | | | are usually two varieties of lake maps that a majority |
| The next question that is asked the most would be | | | | of anglers will handle which are referred to as the: |
| what type of bait they need to use to reel in a large | | | | "Topographical" and "Hot Spot" maps. The "Hot Spots" |
| bass. | | | | map displays the best fishing spots whereas the |
| Now when you consider it, there are actually only two | | | | "Topo" map will present more detail. |
| main ideas that go together when it comes to bass | | | | The important thing you need to do when using a lake |
| fishing. The more you understand about these two, the | | | | map would be to sector the map. You will need to |
| more it will help you to become a much finer angler, | | | | analyze the map. Check for areas where you think |
| and they are: | | | | fish might be. Next, You should separate the map into |
| 1. Learning how to find the best bass locations. | | | | sections depending on the time you are allowed to |
| 2. Learning about the different baits,techniques and | | | | pre-fish for an upcoming tournament or how long you |
| presentations to help you catch a bass. | | | | have to just fish for enjoyment in the body of water. |
| Trying to find a good place for bass can be challenging | | | | The size of the sections will vary according to |
| to most anglers because there are many factors that | | | | structure, contours, and the number of places you may |
| need to be considered such as: | | | | want to investigate throughout the day depending on |
| 1. Learn map reading - this is a basic skill that needs to | | | | what is shown on the map. You should not just cast |
| be learned because through a map it will be easier to | | | | your bait a few times then leave. Try a variety of baits |
| find good places for bass fishing. | | | | if you detect signs of fish in any particular area to try |
| 2. Discovering the best places to find active Bass soon | | | | to provide a working system. |
| after cold fronts and during late fall and early spring | | | | Here are some vital things that you can probably |
| times. You should definitely consider the water | | | | check for when trying to find bass on any particular |
| conditions. | | | | water body: |
| 3. Judging the depth of the water- this is a vital aspect | | | | 1. Areas of Vegetation |
| because the depth of the water will be a determining | | | | 2. Contours that are uneven |
| factor if you are in a good location or not. | | | | 3. Shallow water near deep water areas |
| 4. Clarity of water- you might find bass fishing easier if | | | | 4. Point drops and point |
| you are well-aware of the water clarity in your area. | | | | 5. |