Catch Trophy Bass Across the U.S. with These Hot Spots and Lure Tips

Hey bass chasers, Artificial Lure here with your weekly United States bass fishing scoop—and it’s been a wild week for anyone craving that pre-fall tug on the line! Whether you’re into flipping jigs, tossing topwater, or even waving a fly in the lilies, the country’s lakes and rivers have been coughing up jaw-dropping bass, a few quirky surprises, and plenty of local chatter you’ll want in on.Let’s start with a real headline grabber: Earlier this week, Missouri’s Lake of the Ozarks served up a win for Kaden Messina at the MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League. Messina slammed home a two-day total of 10 bass weighing in at 35 pounds, 6 ounces, scoring his first BFL win—and the big fish action there is only heating up as shad schools get restless and bass push shallower. If you’re after post-summer lunkers, Lake of the Ozarks is a must-hit hotspot right now, and with local boats reporting big topwater bites early in the morning, it’s fly angler heaven if you’re patient with poppers and streamers.Speaking of rare catches, let’s talk about Tennessee’s Cordell Hull Lake, where an angler reeled in a bright orange bass. Wired2Fish reports this strange but totally legit catch has local biologists buzzing. The fish looked like a koi but was all bass at heart—proof that you never really know what’s on the end of your line!Down in Texas, Joe Pool Reservoir is still flexing its largemouth muscle. Just this spring, a new black crappie record was set, but bass anglers are still chasing old legends—like Rick Vallejo’s 14.45-pound monster. If you’re near Dallas-Fort Worth, local anglers recommend slowing down with soft plastics and keeping your cast-wise, especially on overcast days.Alabama’s Prattville and Montgomery areas are also producing, with the Fishbrain community logging thousands of largemouth and spotted bass catches lately. Gerald Wallace Lake Number Two is making noise for chunky largemouth, and the Alabama River Canal is holding steady for mixed-bag action. Fly fishers are finding bass eager to chase anything minnow-shaped, especially as the water clarity and flows stay stable.On the competitive side, college bass fishing is revving up for the new season. The Bass Pro Shops School of the Year presented by Abu Garcia just dropped their pre-season poll—Drury University, Adrian College, and Auburn University are all top picks. Bethel University is the only team in this current pack with a previous title, so everyone’s hungry this time around. The season promises hard-fought derbies and maybe a new upstart claiming the top spot.Before I wrap up, a quick nod to the saltier side: The 71st Annual Long Beach Island Fall Surf Fishing Classic in New Jersey is underway through November. They’ve beefed up the prize structure (bonus cash for the largest fluke on September 25!) and are keeping photo contests rolling on social media. Striper fans, though, keep an eye out—striped bass are in the news with low recent spawning numbers, say scientists quoted in the Herald News, so practice your best catch and release if you hook a big one.That’s it for this week’s paddle through America’s bass scene. Thanks for tuning in—don’t forget to come back next week for a fresh haul of news, stories, and maybe a jealous-making fish photo or two. This has been a Quiet Please production; for more, check out QuietPlease.ai.Keep your line tight, your fly wet, and your stories big.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Hey Bassheads, this is Artificial Lure checking in with your weekly dose of U.S. bass fishing news—the sort of lowdown you’ll only get from your buddies at the ramp or that old timer on the dock. Whether you’re a fly fisher looking to chase greenbacks with a popper or a tourney junkie after the next big check, strap in for this week’s scoop.First off, notable catches have been making some serious waves. Down on Lake Mead, the 2025 WON Bass Lake Mead Open crowned Dylan Denny as the big winner just a couple days ago, with Kevin Hugo and Todd Tobiasson right behind him. Meanwhile, Eric Johnson has been pulling pigs out of Wequaquet, dropping jaws with his stringers, and Mike Mercier recently took top honors at Lake Cochituate for American Bass Anglers—a solid reminder that Massachusetts can hold its own when it comes to lunker hunting, even if we all wish it was spring in Texas sometimes.Speaking of records, if you’re the bucket-list type, check out Devils River in Texas—recent reports show largemouths nudging past 10 pounds there. That kind of fish will ruin you for the little stuff, at least until you get humbled trying to beat it again per the Texas Parks and Wildlife numbers.Hot spots? Oh man, this late summer and early fall it’s all about the transition bite. Anglers in the know are crushing it at Lake Russell (where a father-daughter team just took first at the American Bass Anglers event, which is straight-up wholesome, if you ask me). If you’re more a Southeast chaser, folks on the Harris Chain in Florida are stacking up quality bass, and Lake Blackshear in Georgia is having a phenomenal season—Dwayne Smith and Sam Moody have both made headlines there in the last few weeks. Word on the water from The Bass Cast is that Lake Mead is back and putting out solid numbers for both pros and weekend warriors. And don’t overlook that Eufaula, Alabama is set to host the big American Fishing Tour National Championship in 2025. Now is the time to scout if you want to be ahead of the pack.Here’s some news from the industry side: ICAST 2025 just wrapped up, spotlighting the latest gear over in Orlando and hinting at more game-changing electronics and lures heading to shelves soon. For those who follow the policy game, the sport's trade groups—like the American Sportfishing Association—are keeping an eye on new lead tackle regulations and shark depredation off the Atlantic coast, which might matter for the striped bass enthusiasts among us (if you ever swap tactics and want to hit the brine).If you want to immerse yourself in the bass community, this is expo season. The Bass Cast has an ultimate list of fishing expos lined up across Virginia, the Carolinas, and beyond. These shows give you the chance to rub elbows with legends, score that hard-to-find rod, or just get the scoop on new trends—word is, KVD himself is making an appearance in Lexington, NC. And with more than 18,000 attendees at the Richmond Fishing Expo last year, this scene is only getting hotter.Fly fishermen, listen up: more anglers are blending tactics, working everything from streamers to big topwater bugs for both largemouth and smallmouth. This fall, those weed edges and log jams are your friend, especially when the transition bite is on and bass are stacked and hungry for a noisy meal.That’s it for now from Artificial Lure—thanks for hanging out! Swing back next week for more live lake reports, legend catch stories, and insider bass fishing tips (don’t forget those poppers as the bite heats up). This has been a Quiet Please production, and if you want more, check out Quiet Please Dot A I. Tight lines and happy hunting, y’all!For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Hey fellow anglers, Artificial Lure reporting in with this week’s scoop on bass fishing across the United States, and let me tell you, the action has been heating up faster than a popper at sunrise!Let’s kick things off with a look at some recent hot spots you’ll want to check out. Georgia is absolutely delivering right now. On Lake Allatoona, Matt Driver says September bass are moving between deep water and the shallows as the late summer transition hits—schooling spotted bass around main lake points are smashing topwaters at first light, and drop shot rigs are still money once the sun pops up. Word on the dock is the shallow bite will keep getting better as the water cools off, so dust off those shallow crankbaits and spinnerbaits for dusk runs. Down at Carters Lake, guide Robbie Linginfelter is finding this to be a killer month for trophy spotted bass—pick up a jerkbait or topwater and hit those long points at the mouths of creeks. And don’t sleep on Lake Lanier—the topwater bite is back with Skimmers and Chug Bugs, especially if there’s a little breeze. Remember: let that bait rest after a missed strike. Bass will often come back for seconds, so keep your cool and your retrieve steady.If you want numbers and size, the West Point area’s brush piles and ledges are stacked with largemouths—especially on deep-diving crankbaits or Texas-rigged worms. The Chattahoochee up north of the 219 bridge has held up with shallow grass bites on Pop Rs and Whopper Ploppers. For the finesse crowd, drop shot rigs and shaky heads around docks and bridge pilings are still getting it done. Out west in California, Adam Hinkle’s recent outings—as featured by Tactical Bassin—are proof that big bait fishing is still putting trophy fish in the boat. Glide baits, wake baits, and topwaters have been key for coaxing bruiser largemouths in those ultra-clear San Diego area lakes.Let’s talk notable catches—just last week in the Cheat Lake Anglers Bass Club Yough Lake tournament, Ray and Debbie Grimes hauled in 14.27 pounds to snag first place, including a chunky 4.20-pound largemouth for lunker honors. Across the board, the team landed 53 bass with a solid 2.25-pound average, reminding us that night tournaments are a great way to dodge the late-summer sun and find active fish. Meanwhile, over at the Bassmaster High School Combine in Decatur, Alabama, nearly 100 teenage anglers went head-to-head in casting, distance, and technical challenges. Logan Brown from Virginia walked away with both the Overall Skills and Technical Challenge victories, proving the future of bass fishing is in good hands and full of competitive fire and technical skill. Longest cast of the event? Will Heath from Virginia dropped a staggering 64.4 yards using a topwater bait—talk about covering water!Beyond the bites, there’s a lot of community buzz around new tech in the sport. The American Fishing Tour National Championship is coming up in May 2025 at Lake Murray, and debates over cutting-edge electronics are sparking conversations about what’s fair game for weekend warriors and pros alike.As we move deeper into September, keep an eye out for shallow transitions and schooling action around bait. Spinnerbaits, shaky heads, and topwaters are all getting major love from guides and tourney champs, but don’t be afraid to break out your favorite streamers and finesse gear—these bass aren’t picky right now, as long as you land it where the baitfish are moving.Thanks for tuning in to this week’s roundup from Artificial Lure—come back next week for new reports, fresh stories, and some of the quirkiest catches in the bass fishing world. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for more, check out Quiet Please Dot A I. Tight lines and keep your drags loose!For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Hey anglers, Artificial Lure here — your go-to guide for the latest in U.S. bass fishing action, and let me tell you, this week has been hotter than a Texas topwater bite at sunrise.First off, the fish are moving! According to BassForecast, early fall cooling snapped bass out of their lazy summer slump across most of the country. In lakes from the North to the Southwest, bass are shifting into their fall haunts, roaming up from the deep and cruising creek mouths and pockets. If you’re a fan of covering water with streamers or poppers, now’s the time: low light in the morning and evening and cloud cover are magic windows for shallow water eats. Spinnerbaits, crankbaits, and even drop-shots are pulling in solid fish in the Pacific Northwest and California. Work topwaters early, then go deeper with jigs when the sun’s up. Trust me, this pattern is still rolling for another couple weeks before lake turnover gums up the works, so don’t snooze on this window.Minnesota anglers, listen up — there’s a big change brewing. OutdoorNews.com reveals that the DNR is hustling to legalize a year-round bass season. That means more days to chase smallies and largemouths, especially catch-and-release. If you want your say, the public comment period runs ‘til late October. More time on the water chasing bronzebacks and bucketmouths? Yes, please!If you’re in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan or craving a different kind of competition, how about a virtual smallmouth tournament? Escanaba’s Upper Peninsula Tournament Fishing league is running an open water event starting September 21. All you need is the FishDonkey app: catch your smallie, snap a pic, release the fish, and you’re in the running. It’s perfect for those who like a challenge but want the flexibility to fish anywhere. Big payout if your entry holds up.Let’s talk hotspots. Maryland DNR’s fishing report has some pro tips for Middle Bay bass and stripers. Structure in less than 20 feet near the Bay Bridge piers or rocky shorelines at Thomas Point and Sharps Island Light are drawing bites on soft plastic jigs and live bait. Early morning, late evening, or overcast days are best. Meanwhile, up in Connecticut, On the Water reports epic late-summer topwater blitzes for striped bass and bluefish. Blitzing fish around reefs and rips like Fishers, Bartletts, and The Race are being smashed on walkers and eels. It’s not strictly largemouth or smallmouth, but for fly anglers who like action, you can’t go wrong chasing these saltwater cousins when they’re “in.”For the competitive crowd, B.A.S.S. just dropped the 2026 opens schedule. Big-name waters include the Kissimmee Chain in Florida, Sam Rayburn in Texas, and Lake Erie in New York. They’re shaking up tech rules — forward-facing sonar only allowed in selected events, so old schoolers and gadget gurus both get their shot. Last year’s opens winner, young Easton Fothergill, parlayed his success right up to a Bassmaster Classic title, proving you’re always one hot streak away from the big time.And here’s a chunk of stoke for trophy hunters: LandBigFish.com reminds us that those Florida lakes still reign with that legendary double-digit largemouth potential, while state record books get a yearly shake-up with certified monsters caught coast-to-coast.That’s the U.S. bass lowdown for this week. Thanks for tuning in to Artificial Lure — I’ll be back next week with even more lunker news and bassy intel. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for more, check out QuietPlease dot A I. Tight lines until next time!For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Hey anglers, it’s Artificial Lure with your latest dose of Bass fishing buzz from across the United States! Whether you’re casting to lily pads or flipping flies under docks, things have been heating up from Tennessee’s grass-choked rivers to the sprawling flats of Florida.Let’s start with some fresh headlines out of Kentucky Lake, where veteran local Justin Berger finally shook off years of close calls and netted his first MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League Super tournament win. In dramatic style, Berger hauled in 34 pounds, 9 ounces across two punishing days, sealing his victory with a limit-packing topwater bite and a pair of chunky 4½-pounders. The win at home meant more than cash for Berger—it was the sweet taste of redemption after too many heartbreaks on his favorite water. Keep an eye on Kentucky Lake as cooler temps set in and topwater magic keeps the action rolling, especially for us folks who love the thrill of sight-casting and watching that surface explosion. According to Marshall County Daily, Berger’s win shows there’s always room for patience and a bit of old school grit in bass fishing—reminder for all you fly throwers out there that the classic approaches still pay off.If you’re charting your next “big bass” road trip, don’t ignore the classics. FishUSA highlights Florida’s Lake Okeechobee—still the heavyweight champ for double-digit largemouths and wild grass flats where a frog or streamer can disappear fast. For the more adventurous, Lake Tohopekaliga (“Lake Toho” to regulars) keeps kicking out trophy largemouths as summer winds down, especially around hydrilla and pads. And if you’re longing for a big slurp after casting a deer hair popper, Florida’s mild fall means active bass in shallow water practically year-round.Texas remains a bucket list destination too. Local Texas Parks and Wildlife data just updated the record books, with Joe Pool Reservoir recently producing a 14.45-pound largemouth. East Texas grass lakes like Fork and Sam Rayburn keep tempting big-bass hunters with heavy cover—and those reservoirs fish big for both gear anglers and fly folks willing to heave big flies on deep sink tips or work the banks with finesse poppers.Tournament action is still firing across the heartland. In Wisconsin, Steve Lopez just earned his first MLF Tackle Warehouse Invitationals championship on the mighty Mississippi River, grabbing a hundred grand and a spot in REDCREST 2026. Look for the river bite to stay hot into October as fish chase schools of bait mid-river and hold tight to wing dams—a pattern that can pay off for both spin and fly anglers with the right presentation.Hot spot alert for anyone close to Georgia: Lake Blue Ridge and Lake Sinclair have been producing strong with the fall transition, according to Georgia Outdoor News. Reports are all about Trick Worms and Senkos, but this is prime time for fly fishers to walk a popper, mouse, or flashy streamer along drop-offs at dawn and dusk.On the gear side, fall is a killer season to break out that braided line for heavy cover and big topwater swings. Or, if you’re into the vintage scene, Wired2Fish spotlighted old-school angler Bill Sonnett—the guy still puts 5-pound fish in his little rowboat using antique wooden plugs. If you’re a fly angler who appreciates “analog” fishing, this is your kind of inspiration.For you hard-core tournament chasers, the National Professional Fishing League is ramping up for Logan Martin Lake in Alabama later this month—watch for live weigh-ins and lots of southern fireworks as anglers throw crankbaits and chatterbaits for kicker bites.Thanks for tuning in to the latest episode of Artificial Lure, where every week brings fresh stories from the water. Swing by again next week for more trophy tales, secret spots, and tips to keep your reels screaming. This has been a Quiet Please production—go check out Quiet Please Dot A I for more. Tight lines, folks!For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

You’re hooked up with Artificial Lure, where the reel never stops spinning and the talk is as free-flowing as your line in the wind.Let’s kick things off with some serious bragging rights: 2025 has seen some wild bass fishing action. Easton Fothergill and Dustin Connell took the tourney world by storm this season, pushing the competitive scene into high gear with their strategic prowess and big-bag weigh-ins according to The Bass Cast. These two are now the names to chase if you’re dreaming of a podium moment.Speaking of epic hauls, Raymond Trudeau just grabbed the spotlight with a championship win and Angler of the Year honors at Lake Toho down in Florida. If you’re wondering where the grassroots and pro anglers are rubbing elbows, Lake Toho’s the destination you want circled on your road trip map. Meanwhile, Aaron Orsi set a new tournament record up at Mashpee-Wakeby, proving that even northeastern waters can cough up some serious monsters according to American Bass Anglers.Looking for a five-pounder on the fly? Make plans for Guntersville Lake in Alabama or Candlewood Lake up in Connecticut because these spots are putting up giant numbers week after week. Bassmaster just ranked Guntersville as one of America’s best, and with the tournament circuit swarming through there, the fish seem to get more aggressive every year. And hey, if you’re all about finesse and shallow water, don’t sleep on the Connecticut River this fall—there’s grassroots tournament action there almost every weekend with reports of bronzebacks busting topwater baits at sunrise.For a different scene, the tidal waters of the Chesapeake Bay and Potomac River have lit up the Tidal Fish forums, with plenty of locals sharing stories of double-digit days and smallmouth making surprise appearances on classic poppers.If you’re gear-crazy or want to elbow up next to the pros, expo season is about to get wild. Richmond’s fishing show is the old-school reunion you didn’t know you needed, and Augusta County’s expo is bringing in more vendors and guides than ever, plus some colorful personalities straight from your YouTube feed say The Bass Cast. Winter might slow the bite but never the bass talk.Here’s some off-beat news: student anglers are stacking up club trophies across Alabama and Texas, putting grown pros on notice. The Alabama Student Angler Bass Fishing Association and East Alabama High School Bass Tournament both packed massive weigh-ins this month, and more schools are rolling out bass squads in 2025 than ever before. If you’re looking for the next big thing, check out a high school weigh-in—these young guns fish like they’ve got something to prove.For the fly crowd, if you think bass aren’t spooky-smart, recent tourney pressure on the Southeast’s big lakes has these fish haunted by boat noise and pressured presentations, so now more than ever, subtle topwater flies, deer hair divers, and slow-walked frogs are the ticket for the legends lurking in the pads.That’s all from Artificial Lure for this week. Thanks for tuning in to some of the freshest, weirdest, and wildest tales from the world of American bass fishing. Don’t forget to come back next week for more jumps, more stories, and probably way too much tackle talk. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for more of me, head over to Quiet Please Dot A I. Tight lines ’til next time!For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Hey bass fishing crew, Artificial Lure here with the latest scoop from lakes, rivers, and pro circuits all over the United States. If you’re itching for tight lines or curious about where the bite’s hot, I’ve got this week’s best bass news—whether you’re fanatical about largemouth on a six-weight or just love swapping stories down at the ramp.First, let’s get right to the action. Notable recent catches? Clarks Hill in Georgia has been serving up some absolute donkeys lately. According to local guide David Earl Thorton from Franklin Gun Shop, tournament weights are regularly hitting that 19 to 22-pound mark. Ed at Lakeside Chevron says the mayfly hatch has the bass in a feeding frenzy up on the Oconee River—if you’re chasing topwater blowups, get out early and late, throw buzzbaits and poppers, and hang on tight. Over at Lake Blue Ridge, the water is mostly clear with temps holding around 82, and the bass are busting at daylight. Eric Welch of Welch’s Guide Service swears by a mixed bag of topwater classics—think walking baits, poppers, and more[Gone Outdoors].If big river smallmouth make your fly reel sing, Ohio and Pennsylvania rivers are lighting it up with healthy bronze backs and catfish, according to Outdoor News. Michigan’s rivers are also holding smallmouth, and with water temps cooling down as fall approaches, the bite is about to go full send.On the tournament side, big changes are rolling through the world of pro bass fishing. Major League Fishing and B.A.S.S. are reinventing the game for 2026 with fresh rules and even a coin-flip to decide some lake assignments. The National Professional Fishing League has been shaking things up, offering purist formats and new stops on legendary waters like Santee Cooper, St. Lawrence River, and Lake Hartwell. With cheating scandals resulting in zero-tolerance policies—like mandatory polygraphs and harsh disqualifications—the tours are dialed in on integrity and fan engagement. The future’s looking bright, so tune in for wild weigh-ins, new baits, and a spotlight on skill over just tech. The NPFL’s fall stops should offer epic coverage, plus local favorites and tips from pros like Corey Casey and Hunter Sales. Whether you’re into cranking, flipping, or slinging flies, these events are must-watch.Looking for the next place to test your luck and loops? Arizona’s Lake Havasu is famous for huge redear sunfish, but don’t sleep on the bassin’. Largemouth and striped bass are aggressive in those clear desert waters, especially around the submerged trees in Roosevelt Lake and all along the Colorado River. Fly anglers love the river’s bug-rich stretches—hunt bass in the slow backwaters or drift poppers near overhanging limbs.For folks prepping their gear for fall, keep an eye out for local expos. The Richmond Fishing Expo in Virginia draws thousands each January, delivering seminars, tackle vendors, big-name pros, and — let’s be honest — some top-notch regional gossip and new gear to ogle. Augusta County’s expo is growing every season, so mark calendars if you want the inside scoop and maybe a demo or two on new rods and boats.And on the regulatory front, striped bass management remains hot, especially along the Atlantic coast. The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission is holding public hearings about Addendum III to Amendment 7, aiming to recover the striped bass fishery by 2029. If you care about wild runs and like making your voice heard, consider joining the conversation in states from Maine down to Virginia.That wraps up this week’s whirlwind tour of what’s striking, what’s changing, and the places you definitely don’t want to skip. Thanks for tuning in to Artificial Lure—come back next week for more boots-on-the-ground bass news. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for even more insider info, check out Quiet Please Dot A I. Tight lines until then!For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

This is Artificial Lure, your resident bass-fishing whisperer, coming at you with today’s bass buzz—fresh off the water and straight to your feed. Grab your net and your favorite fly rod, because late summer patterns are changing, and there’s a feast of updates to chew through for every hardcore bass chaser out there.First up, let’s talk notable catches. Nothing gets a bass-head’s heart thumping like hearing about epic hauls, and this week has delivered. Out in Western New York, smallmouth bass are crushing crayfish and shiner presentations, according to the latest weekly reports. Shore anglers are pulling in football-shaped bronzebacks from the mighty Niagara and scandalously clear stretches of the Great Lakes. And just a week ago, Amy LoPresti hooked a 33-plus-pound salmon near Point Breeze during the fall derby, snagging a $20,000 grand prize. While that’s salmon, not bass, it just shows that Northern waters are sizzling right now for big, aggressive fish of all stripes.On down to Maryland, the largemouth bass bite is slipping into those classic, cooler-water fall routines. Word from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources is clear: Bass are hugging tight to lily pads, grass flats, and sunken timber, especially early and late. Topwater is on fire—think frogs and poppers skittered over weeds or paddletails in the grass. Spin a wacky rig under floating mats or throw a jerkbait along the spatterdock, and you’ll be in for some hot topwater action. If you like wading or fly-fishing light tackle, the upper Potomac’s low and clear water has made for smallmouth bass nearly as cagey as those Western driftless browns.Cruising west, the Texas fishing forecast is solid gold for morning people. Bois d’Arc Lake is delivering on topwater frogs, poppers, and Texas rigs pitched to brushy timber. Marc Mitchell of Mitchell’s Guide Service says the topwater window lasts about half an hour at sunrise, so you’ve gotta be quick. Inks Lake’s dock anglers are scoring with bone-colored walking baits at sunup, then switching to jig bites in the deeper rocks as the heat kicks up. For fly fishers, all this dock and shallow brush action means endless spaces to test streamers and big terrestrials.Want to chase the pro scene or strut your stuff? The 2025 tournament season is going full throttle with both B.A.S.S. Elites crushing it and the National Professional Fishing League’s six-stop tour. Hot spot alert: Santee Cooper in South Carolina already saw massive limits, and Lake Norman in North Carolina is up soon on the calendar, drawing the Southeast’s sharpest sticks. Bassmaster’s most recent podcasts have been obsessing over fall transition patterns, with Elite pro Matty Wong dropping secrets for maximizing your Neko rig—think dialing in braid, leader, and presentations as bass push onto points and into brush. Definitely a must-listen if you’re looking to finesse more fish as the season cools.And let’s not forget the homegrown heroes. The American Fishing Tour just recognized Aaron Orsi for breaking the record on Mashpee-Wakeby. Meanwhile, dozens of regional events are giving locals a shot at glory with progressive, developmental tournaments—no pros allowed, just pure weekend warrior bragging rights. If you’ve been thinking about joining a circuit, now’s the time to grab your partner and bag some competitive hardware.So whether you’re hustling Texas topwater at dawn, dragging plastics through upstate grass, or floating the Potomac with light tackle, the bass scene is lit from coast to coast. The fall feed is ramping up fast. Keep your flies, frogs, and confidence ready.That’s all from Artificial Lure! Thanks for tuning in. Swing back next week for more bass hot spots, jaw-dropping catches, and tournament scoop. This has been a Quiet Please production—find more at Quiet Please Dot A I. Tight lines and see you on the water!For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

What’s up, bass fishing fanatics! Artificial Lure here with your weekly scoop on what’s hot in the world of U.S. bass fishing—and this week, it’s all about big catches, prime locations, and some fun stories that fly fishers will love.September’s been a wild ride, with tournament action and big bass making headlines from coast to coast. Let’s start out West at California’s Clear Lake. Reed Frazier had a tournament day for the ages, sacking up two bass over 9 pounds—yup, you heard that right—anchoring a 38-pound bag. The key? Putting a Crush City Mooch Minnow on those cruising fish in 10-20 feet of water and using live electronics to stay locked on his targets. Meanwhile, kayak angler Matthew Brannon pulled in a jaw-dropping 26.5-pound five-fish limit. His secret was slow-rolling a chatter bait against docks and grass near the bank. The top fish are shallow, and they’re all about the bait moving up—a classic clue for fly anglers looking to imitate those movements with big streamer patterns.If you’re itching to catch your own toads, here are a few hot spots to circle on the map this September: In the Midwest, Lake Erie is stacked with smallmouth, especially around reefs and drop-offs. Mille Lacs in Minnesota is firing on all cylinders, with weedlines loaded up for fall feeding frenzies. If you head to the Great Plains, Lake Texoma straddling Oklahoma and Texas is the place to find hybrids and largemouth moving along ledges, while Harlan County Lake in Nebraska and Fort Peck in Montana have rocky banks holding plenty of aggressive bass. Spinnerbaits and soft jerkbaits like Zoom Flukes are working magic right now, but don't skip tossing finesse rigs around suspended fish—fly folks, think weighted clousers or crayfish imitations for that same bottom-hugging action.Texas is always bass central, and local guides say the topwater bite is on fire early and late in the day across Lake Hawkins and Jacksonville. As the temperatures hover in the upper 80s to low 90s, look for grass on humps and underwater points—Texas-rigged worms, creature baits, or big streamers and surface poppers for fly fans will get the strikes. The key across much of Texas lately is to watch for schooling bass erupting for just moments at a time—have your gear (or rigged fly) ready and move fast when the action pops off.Tournament buzz has been nonstop in the Midwest, with Michigan’s West Michigan Bass Series underway and payouts so big, they’ll make your rod shake. Over in Colorado, the Ridgway Smallmouth Bass Classic handed out a $10,000 top prize for the most smallmouths turned in. Why? Because in Colorado’s high country, smallmouth are considered invasive and are outcompeting native trout. Fly anglers can totally get in on these removal tournaments—grab a streamer rod and help keep those waters wild!Some cool news for the younger crowd—the 2025 Bassmaster High School All-State Fishing Team was announced, bringing together 33 of the best student anglers from across 25 states. These kids are crushing tournaments and leading conservation efforts, showing us the future of bass angling is looking strong. For anyone mentoring new anglers or leading local fly fishing youth clubs, Bassmaster’s focus on youth and conservation is something we can all rally around.For gear heads, folks are loving Ned rigs and finesse plastics this time of year, but on the fly side, bass are inhaling poppers and heavy streamers, especially when water temps drop and the bait starts moving shallow. Don’t forget that fall turnover on northern lakes sparks those transition bites, so hit the edges and exploit those feeding windows.That’s the latest on bass fishing—giant catches, killer hotspots, and a ton of ways for fly anglers to mix it up with spin and baitcasters. Thanks for tuning in! Come back next week for more hot tips and stories, brought to you by Artificial Lure. This has been a Quiet Please production—for more, check out Quiet Please Dot A I. Tight lines!For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Hey folks, Artificial Lure here—your digital fishing buddy, serving up the juiciest bass news fresh from the US scene.If you haven’t been following tournament action, you’ve been missing some wild rides. Just last week, Mike Mercier snagged the win at the ABA Division 36 showdown on Lake Cochituate, keeping Massachusetts on the map for standout catches. Meanwhile, a father-daughter duo stole hearts and hardware on Lake Russell. Not to be outdone, down in Georgia, Jason Law cleaned up at Lake Blackshear, where Sam Moody also recently locked in a district championship. It’s been a busy summer for the local circuits too, with record weights and new champions popping up faster than topwater strikes—just check out the results rolling in from the American Bass Anglers Tour.Tournament weights are pushing higher than ever, and if you follow the pro circuits, Pat Schlapper out of Wisconsin just dropped another win in the B.A.S.S. Elite series. He’s proof that raw river grinding can get you to the big stage, and his Mississippi River victory showed the value of patience and picking apart grass beds with surgical precision. Over at the Bassmaster Elite on Lake St. Clair, the competition was so fierce that even getting into the top 50 meant hauling in nearly 20 pounds per day. Those Michigan smallmouth are fat, sassy, and world class. The highlight for many was watching Dakota Eberry coax leviathans up off the clean grass beds, proving some quirks of bass behavior never change, no matter how advanced your electronics get.Speaking of tech, there’s a mini-revolution going on. Forward-facing sonar is helping level the playing field, so even weekend warriors are finding their share of tank largemouth and smallies. That’s raising minimum weights for tournament cuts everywhere—the bass are getting smarter, but so are anglers.Hot spots this year? You can’t go wrong up north—Lake St. Clair and the Mississippi River near La Crosse are red hot for numbers and trophies. The Missouri River in Nebraska has been quietly producing fat summer bass, especially if you love flipping grass with a jig or creature bait. Over in Indiana, Pine and Stone Lakes just kicked out a couple of five-pounders during a weather-shortened derby, and anglers raving about Chatterbaits and soft plastics on the main lake. If you’re wading into this as a fly angler, try shallow flats, riprap, and grass edges at dawn—popper flies or big streamers can absolutely wallop late-summer bass.Want up-to-the-minute conditions? Regional reports from places like Holter Lake in Montana and the Blackfoot are showing the bite’s still solid into late August, with low light periods and a subtle retrieve getting it done. Local expos are on the horizon too—if you want to nerd out over gear, meet pros, or share a tall tale, plan for those January shows across Virginia and North Carolina.Before I sign off, don’t sleep on the high school anglers. The next generation is already posting big weights and learning all the tricks, so keep an eye on youth tournaments; they’re setting the stage for the future of US bass fishing.That’s a wrap for this week’s shore lunch. Thanks for tuning in—come back next week for more bass fishing updates and fresh stories from across the country. This has been a Quiet Please production; for more, check out Quiet Please Dot A I. Tight lines, everybody!For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI