Here’s what turbidity (suspended particles (silt, algae, clay) that reduce visibility) actually does to bass. As turbidity rises, bass shift from sight‑predators to vibration‑predators. Key research findings show:
• Bass feed normally up to ~37 NTU (clear → moderately stained).
• Feeding success drops 35–40% at 70 NTU (“chocolate milk” conditions).
• At high turbidity, bass lose size‑selective feeding and switch to close‑range, bump‑and‑bite attacks.

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) and Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) are teaming up with paddlesports leaders to offer low-cost beginner kayaking classes Saturday, May 16 at Montgomery Whitewater to kick off National Safe Boating Week.

EGO® Fishing’s industry-standard Soft Sided Bait Cooler protects your live bait investment against rising temperatures and inflationary prices.

 In an economy where live bait has transitioned from a nominal expense to a significant capital investment—often representing the highest variable cost of a single day on the water—the EGO Soft Side Cooler stands as the industry’s most reliable insurance policy against the summer heat.

How Water Turbidity and Weather Affect Largemouth Bass Feeding Windows and Lure Choice

Dr. Fin, our resident fishologist, has put together a four-part series on how largemouth bass respond to water turbidity, weather, and more. Here’s PART 1: WATER CONDITIONS 101. Part 1 is a beginner‑friendly guide to what’s happening under the surface and a good review for experienced anglers.

TVA, Community and Mother Nature Help Remove Aquatic Invasive Weeds

Native plants offer food and habitat for fish. But some species – including invasive hybrid “Rockstar” eelgrass, Eurasian milfoil and hydrilla – have become a nuisance on Tennessee Valley Authority reservoirs.

TVA Photo

April 19, 2026 • Mitchell Forde • Bass Pro Tour

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — With 2 1/2 hours left to fish in Bass Pro Shops REDCREST Presented by Mercury & Lowrance, Jacob Wheeler sat on the front deck of his bass boat and made a phone call.

Wheeler combined a shallow largemouth bite with targeting spawning smallmouth. Photo by Rob Matsuura

Written by David A. Brown – Photography by Andy Crawford, Grant Moxley and Chase Sansom

With a four-day total of 72 pounds, 4 ounces, Jacob Foutz takes the win at the Arkansas River! Foutz added 14 pounds, 10 ounces, on the final day to win by over 6 pounds and claim his first blue trophy at the 2026 Gamakatsu Bassmaster Elite at Arkansas River!