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.
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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!
Here’s a composite list of Southern Fishing News’ Student Angler Class Series Posts, all in one list for you with the appropriate links.
The Shoals Youth Bassmasters Trail has announced its 2026 tournament schedule for youth 10 and under to age 18.
