Largemouth Legacy: Toledo Bend Behemoth Caught and Released 4 Times

What’s up bass fanatics, it’s Artificial Lure coming to you with the latest scoop on what’s happening in the world of bass fishing across the good ol’ US of A. If you’ve got fly rods itching to hit the water, grab your waders—now’s the time.Let’s kick things off with some monster bass news. Clanton, Alabama’s own James Willoughby recently landed a big win at the American Bass Anglers Tour, showing everyone that fall bassin’ in the Southeast is still off the charts. Meanwhile, up in Indiana, local legends and visiting anglers are still swapping stories about the biggest largemouth ever hauled out of Hoosier waters—a jaw-dropping 22-pound, 4-ounce beast, sharing world-record status with a whopper taken in Japan. The big girls are deeper this month, especially as the water cools. For those chasing trophies, those classic slow presentations and big baits are what’s bringing those double-digit dreams to life.Here’s something for all you hotspot hounds. Guntersville Lake in Alabama keeps making headlines. Just last week, elite pros squared off at the Ultimate Angler Championship, and this lake proved—yet again—it’s the heavyweight champ. If you want pure numbers and brag-worthy fish, Guntersville’s pea gravel points and deeper ledges are absolutely loaded.But don’t sleep on other killer waters: Table Rock Lake in Missouri is seeing epic fall action, with bass chasing shad in 22 to 35 feet of water. Table Rock Fishing Intel reports that both largemouth and spots are schooling up and slamming jigs, weighted streamers, and anything that looks like a darting baitfish. If you like a challenge and crystal-clear water, Table Rock’s your playground.Over in the Northeast, Lake Champlain straddling Vermont and New York is still serving up both smallmouth and largemouth bass, and guys are having a blast catching them on streamers and poppers. This time of year, the main lake’s clear, but get up in those river arms and it’s game on around submerged timber and rocky drop-offs. Don’t forget the Snake River in Idaho—Idaho Angler says smallmouth are steady there as fall temps push them deep, making weighted streamers and indicator rigs the ticket.Down South, Louisiana’s still the unsung hero. Explore Louisiana tips its cap to Toledo Bend, Caney Lake, and the Red River for producing boatloads of trophy-sized bass, especially when the spring spawn comes back around. But don’t wait till spring—big fish are being caught right now on lipless cranks and big Texas rigs near submerged brush and bluff walls.If you’re itching for a family event or want to brush up on your fly skills, Texas Parks & Wildlife has a whole lineup in the coming weeks. From “Fishing with a Ranger” at Goose Island State Park to fly fishing clinics at Lockhart State Park, the Lone Star State is making it easy to get on the water. And these events aren’t just for the young guns—even seasoned fly anglers can pick up a new trick or two.On the tournament side, October’s chock-full of action with events like the NSANE Tournament by the Logan Parks Fishing Foundation and Big Bass USA Championships firing up new rivalries and putting big money on the line for monster catches and creative techniques.So there you go, fellow anglers—fresh takes, hot lakes, and fat bass ready to inhale your next cast. Whether you’re pitching streamers under docks or bomb-casting cranks from the jetty, this season’s shaping up to be a wild ride.Thanks for tuning in to Artificial Lure—your locals-only bass dispatch. Be sure to check back next week for another dose of big catches and water’s-edge wisdom. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, hop over to QuietPlease Dot AI. Now get out there, keep your hooks sharp, and let that drag sing!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, it’s your old buddy Artificial Lure coming at you with this week’s lowdown on all things bass fishing across the good ol’ U.S. of A. There’s been no shortage of action this October—so let’s get to the juice.First up, Minnesota is shaking things up. According to KAXE, anglers might soon see a year-round bass season as part of a push by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. That means those long, cabin-fever winters could turn into prime time for catch-and-release bassin’—no biological risk, just more lines in the water and more stories for the ice shanty crowd. If you’re out Minnesota-way, keep an eye on that rule change; it’s got support from all sides and could be a huge win for folks who can’t stand waiting for the season opener.Now, where’s the hot bite? Southern lakes are starting to turn up as the temperatures dip just a hair. Over in Georgia, Lake Chatuge is primed for action. Eric Welch, pro guide and local legend, reports that the topwater bite is warming up, especially on those overcast days. He likes to work main lake points, humps, and flats with walking baits in bone or olive. As always, access to deep water nearby is the deal-sealer for big spotted bass. If you’re looking for a fun twist, Chatuge is clear and begging for a fly rod this month—those fish are getting active!Swinging a bit north, Massachusetts keeps producing. The latest state sportfishing awards, updated just last week, show some stout largemouths: a 7-pound, 13-ounce tank was pulled out of Moores Pond in Warwick, and a whopping 25-inch largemouth was landed in the Chicopee River out in Ludlow. Quabbin Reservoir is also still the smallmouth spot to beat, with 5-pound, 12-ounce bronzebacks turning up in Belchertown. If you’re a fly angler, these smaller New England lakes are perfect for working streamers or big frogs in the skinny weed lines—don’t sleep on it.On the tournament circuit, college anglers are turning heads—and not just with their jerseys. According to the latest from the AFTCO Collegiate Bass Open, over 280 teams lit up Lake Dardanelle, Arkansas last week. These collegiate hotshots are sharing the water with the pros and putting up weights that’d make any weekend warrior proud. That kind of pressure keeps everybody honest and means the lakes are getting mapped out better than ever. If you want a “locals only” tip, take a page out of the college playbook: mix up your retrieve and don’t be afraid to work finesse plastics or suspending jerkbaits in pressured water.Bass news isn’t just about what’s in the live well. Over on the East Coast, On The Water magazine reports that the forage base is in the news, too—a fresh menhaden assessment calls for cutting the commercial catch in half along the Atlantic. This is huge for striper fans, but it’s good news for largemouth and smallmouth as well, since a thriving bait population keeps the whole food chain ticking along. More bait, more bass, more fun for all of us.Don’t forget down South, the talk of the trails is still Lake Guntersville in Alabama. According to Yellowhammer News, the Ultimate Angler Championship just wrapped, confirming what southern bass junkies already know: Guntersville is still arguably the mecca for lunker hunters, especially when fall weather sets in and the fish start roving creek channels.That’s a quick recap of the best bass action in the country—whether you’re chucking poppers on a six-weight or working a drop shot in the weeds, there’s something happening near you. Thanks for tuning in to our weekly wrap-up from Artificial Lure! Be sure to come back next week for more bass fishing news, fresh hot spots, and maybe a few tips you won’t hear at the ramp.This has been a Quiet Please production. For more info or to get in touch, check out Quiet Please Dot A I. Stay sharp on the water, friends!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, this is Artificial Lure bringing you the latest scoop on bass fishing around the U.S., with a little bite for all the fly casters and hardware huckers alike!Let’s kick off with the big news out of Wisconsin: the B.A.S.S. Nation Championship is landing on the Upper Mississippi River at La Crosse from October 22-25. This spot is absolutely legendary for late-season bronzebacks and big buckets, and local Elite pro Pat Schlapper is hyped about his home water getting nationwide attention. He predicts a 20 to 24-pound bag to win a one-day derby here—pretty wild numbers for fall. What makes the Mississippi really special is that this time of year, the pressure’s lower and bass are on the chew, hunting down bait before it gets too cold. Schlapper, who won there this August with a four-day total of over 66 pounds, says it’s shaping up to be an eye-opener for the 250 boaters coming in from nearly every state. If you’re hungry for a bucket-list river bite, this week in La Crosse is prime time to chuck a big popper or dial in a subsurface streamer for mean smallmouth and largemouth runs—prime action for the fly crowd and gear anglers alike, no jokes.In the collegiate bass world, Lake Dardanelle in Arkansas just hosted over 280 teams for the AFTCO Collegiate Bass Open, where big limits and lots of college pride were on the line. The top ten teams earned slots to the 2026 Collegiate Bass Fishing Championship, set for Pickwick Lake in Alabama next May. If you like the idea of tournament bass action with a bunch of up-and-coming sticks sharing tricks on jerkbaits, dropshots, and even flies in the backs of creeks, college events are absolutely worth following—plus, hot patterns there usually work back home in your local pond.Switching gears, Texas is still sizzling for autumn bass. The Texas Parks & Wildlife reports that as the water cools, bass are sliding shallow and chasing shad hard. Pro tip: in Lake Georgetown, working reaction baits along the shallows in the San Gabriel River is pulling bites, while at Lake Limestone, fish are stacking up on off-shore brush and docks, ready for anything from a spinnerbait to a chunky streamer. Shad are pushing deep into creeks, dragging bass along, so this is absolutely the season for fast-moving baits and bold presentations—if you’re a fly angler, think flashy streamers or poppers twitched along those transitions.Meanwhile, out East, bass and their kin are shifting patterns in classic fall style. In the Chesapeake Bay, striped bass are suspending off those steep channel edges, smashing topwaters early and late. Maryland anglers are sneaking in some quality shallow-water bass fishing right now with jerkbaits and paddletails, especially around Poplar Island and Thomas Point. Recent Maryland DNR fishing reports mention the lower Choptank and Little Choptank as spots heating up with stripers and some bonus largemouths lurking bayside edges. Even if the focus is on stripers, you’ll often find green bass and sometimes even the odd schoolie chasing the same bait balls—a situation no streamer thrower should ignore, especially if you like tagging a mixed bag or just hunting aggressive late-season takes.For those tracking records, legendary pro Dean Rojas still holds fast to the heaviest single-day bass weight ever on RFD-TV, laying down the gauntlet for the next big-bag chaser. That’s the kind of mark you dream about when you’re casting into that foggy fall morning, hoping this is the day a bass the size of a lapdog sips your fly or crushes your crank.That wraps up a tight line’s worth of bass news for this week! Thanks for tuning in to Artificial Lure, your local whispers hookup for all things bigmouth, smallie, and everything in between. Come back next week for the latest buzz, secret spots, and maybe a few brags about who’s landed the hog of the week. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for more, check out Quiet Please Dot A I.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

Artificial Lure here with your fresh dose of bass fishing buzz from all corners of the United States, and let me tell you—the bass are biting, the tournaments are wild, and there’s never been a better time to sneak away for a day on the water.First up, can you imagine hauling in a smallmouth so massive that even the state biologists had to do a double-take? That’s what happened to Vermont angler Andrew Oestringer this August on Lower Symes Pond. He wrestled in a nearly two-foot smallmouth that weighed a whopping 7 pounds, 6 ounces—he would’ve smashed the state record… if only he’d weighed it on a certified scale. Instead, it went straight to the fillet table, but hey, even as an unofficial milestone, that’s the stuff legends are made of. If you’re a fan of overlooked water, Vermont’s hidden ponds and streams are truly lights-out right now, with both size and variety that’ll satisfy even the most adventurous fly fisher.Not to be outdone by the grown-ups, 14-year-old James Lenox from Rutland County yanked up a 22-inch, 7-pound largemouth at Lake Bomoseen, the biggest youth catch logged in Vermont’s Master Angler Program this year. Whether you’re a seasoned bass addict or raising the next generation on a fly rod, these stories from the Northeast show it’s never too early—or too late—to nail your personal best.Now, let’s swing west, because California’s bass scene refuses to be outshined. The talk out at the California Delta is all about fall transition and crazy numbers of bass getting fired up in the grass and current lines. The recent BAM Super 60 Pro Tour lit up the Delta with bags over 27 pounds led by Bryant Smith, who switched from reaction baits to heavy power-flipping—showing that if the topwater blitz fizzles, punching mats can still save your day. Even classic techniques are evolving out west, with swimbaits, vibrating jigs, and classic green pumpkin plastics still drawing strikes. If you’re itching to flex your fly presentation, the Delta’s shallow weeds and edges are calling your name. According to WesternBass, the fall bite is staying strong, with water temps dropping and fish grouping up just like clockwork for the annual shad migration.Turn the boat south and east to Missouri, where Lake of the Ozarks hosted its massive October Big Bass Bash. It’s a unique tournament—hourly payouts for big bass, a festival vibe, and a final prize that would make anyone double-check their line knots. This year, Phil Meyer almost didn’t enter, but a buddy twisted his arm. Lucky for him—he stuck a 7.37-pounder under a dock on a green-pumpkin craw and walked away $102,300 richer. That’s right: more than a hundred grand for “just one fish” and some old-school patience. Wired2Fish covered Meyer’s win, and it’s a reminder that sometimes, you just need to throw in for a shot at something big.For collegiate anglers, the AFTCO Collegiate Bass Open at Lake Dardanelle saw Bryce DiMauro and Tripp Berlinsky from the University of North Alabama pull off a huge come-from-behind win. After sitting in 16th place, these guys rallied to claim back-to-back titles. With 23 of the top 25 collegiate teams from across the country converging on Arkansas’s rivers, there’s no shortage of hotshot talent and creative approaches pushing the sport forward. With schools from the Midwest, South, and West all battling for School of the Year, you know tactics and hot spots are being refined with every cast.If you’re looking for the latest gear to up your fly or conventional bass game, keep an eye on the new releases heading into the fall from this year’s ICAST show, and note that despite challenges like invasive golden mussels out west, local tournaments and innovation are keeping the sport fresh, competitive, and more accessible than ever.So whether you’re a pond prowler, Delta diehard, or dream of dock-flipping your way to a fat payout in Missouri, the United States is stacked with hot bass bites and stories worth chasing. That wraps up this week’s bass report with Artificial Lure—thanks for tuning in, and be sure to come back next week for another ride through the weird and wild world of American bass fishing. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for more, check out QuietPlease Dot A I. Tight lines till 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, Artificial Lure here, and if you haven’t checked your gear or tied on a new knot lately, now’s the time – bass fishing across the U.S. is absolutely firing as we charge into the heart of fall!Let’s kick things off with a big-time spotlight: the buzz around the 2025 Kayak Bass Fishing National Championship, set for November on Alabama’s legendary Wheeler and Guntersville lakes. Fall bite plus storied Guntersville means you can bet on some monster largemouths showing up in weigh-ins. Not only are the nation’s best kayak wranglers headed to battle, but after the main event, anglers can double-down with the Challenge Series Championship and a KBF Open fundraiser all in the same week. There’ll be plenty of stories and, if history holds, serious double-digit bass coming from the grass, rocks, and ledges Guntersville is famous for – according to KayakBassFishing.com, every previous championship here has delivered unforgettable catches, so set your calendar nov 5-7 if you want to see some fall fat bass in the spotlight.Sticking in Alabama, another hot spot is Goosepond in Scottsboro. This place is almost a calendar model for tournament action with events stacked from local trail dates all the way up to the Alabama Bass Nation showdown. Whenever there’s a pro or club tournament, reports of seven-pound-plus largemouths make the rounds, and the dock talk is Goosepond is just getting better every year.Texas? Absolutely popping off right now. According to the October Texas Parks and Wildlife report, Bois d’Arc Lake is excellent for bass, with solid topwater action early and fish schooling shallow on pondweed and creek mouths. It’s frog and buzzbait season in Texas, and local guides say don’t be surprised to pull five- and six-pound fish at first light. Head west to Lake Bridgeport and Athens, and the main lake rocks and docks are loaded with bass – topwater, senkos, chatterbaits, and for fly fishers, small white poppers around the banks are stirring up black bass and bream. Don’t overlook Granbury, either. Early and late schooling activity means somewhere on the lake, packs of largemouth and sand bass are feeding, especially when the surface explodes over shad.Midwest and Ozark region waters are seeing strong numbers, too. West Plains Daily Quill reports Bull Shoals and Norfork Lakes are serving up limits of black bass, especially in the cool dawn and evening windows, with bonus white bass and crappie thrown into the mix. Fly anglers looking for mixed bags, these lakes are a honey hole: topwater poppers and streamers work wonders along rocky flats and timber edges.And on the tournament front, the American Bass Anglers circuits are still running hard into the fall all across the country. Their accessible, grassroots events are a perfect fit for local hotshots and weekend warriors alike who want to test their skills—lots of pride and plenty of five-pounders getting bragged about after weigh-in, according to AmericanBassAnglers.com.For those planning a fall fishing adventure or just looking for new waters, don’t sleep on Lake Shasta out in Northern California. Bass, epic scenery, and reportedly 365 miles of shoreline – you can fish a new spot every day for a year, and local chatter says the McLeod arm is a must for “locals-only” vibes.A few local secrets and reminders: As the leaves turn, bass are moving up shallow and chasing shad. Topwaters, frogs, paddletails, and big streamers are all must-haves in your box, whether you’re chucking conventional or tempting ‘em with a fly. Morning and dusk remain prime, especially around brush, docks, or any structure holding bait.And if you want to meet new friends or snag some prizes, there’s no shortage of events in every region—from the massive tourneys in Alabama, to community throwdowns in Texas, to the Bass Splash Tournament in Louisiana set for October 19 at the Ben Routh Recreation Area.That’s it for this week, fellow fish-heads. Thanks for tuning in to your weekly hit of bass fishing news and hotspots, and don’t miss next week for more fresh bites, epic catches, and a little locals-only angling scuttlebutt. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out Quiet Please Dot A I. Tight lines and screaming drags 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

Artificial Lure here, bringing you the latest scoop on all things bass fishing across the U.S., and this week has been absolutely packed with excitement that’ll have any rod-bender itching to hit the water.Let's start in Tennessee, where Caleb Bell just set a new state record on the Ocoee River with a 7-pound, 3-ounce Alabama bass. This isn’t just a jaw-dropper for weight—Alabama bass are an invasive species, so they’re causing headaches for local fisheries and mixing it up with the native smallmouths. Props to Bell for the catch, but anglers and wildlife officials are on high alert to keep these fast-growing bass from crowding out our local favorites. Identification is getting tricky, with hybrids everywhere, so if you’re fishing Tennessee’s reservoirs, keep your eyes peeled for these lookalikes, and help the state stay on top of the genetics game.If you’re chasing lunker largemouth outside the southeast, Lake Maumelle in Arkansas has been buzzing. Airial Travel calls it a trophy destination with anglers reporting consistent catches of big bass all year. Whether you’re casting jigs or pitching frogs over the grass, Maumelle’s shoreline and drop-offs are producing—especially as the fall feed ramps up. And with cooler temps setting in, expect more bass to be prowling the shallows so fly anglers and bass wranglers alike can get in some epic action.Battle-tested pros from the Bassmaster series just wrapped up a wild event at Toledo Bend in Texas, a fishery known for its massive bass and sprawling structure. The Newport Bassmaster Kayak Series crowned Abby Abbondanza of Pennsylvania as Angler of the Year after a season full of big catches and tight competitions. Top baits? Paddle tails, jerkbaits, and topwater frogs—and if big water and big bass are your thing, Toledo Bend is firing on all cylinders right now. Plus, word is that kayak tournaments are drawing record numbers of anglers, showing that bass fishing is far from a one-boat affair.Lake Guntersville in Alabama just played host to the Ultimate Angler World Championship, drawing the sharpest sticks in professional bass fishing for a shot at a $500,000 prize. According to Turner Outdoors, Tucker Smith crushed the competition in the first couple of days, leading with big catches—seeing plenty of six- and seven-pounders weighed in, even with the fish not in peak spawn. The frog bite and jig action have been dialed in, and locals say Guntersville’s legendary grass beds are producing better than ever.Not to be outdone, Pennsylvania anglers hit the Allegheny River for the annual George R. Jones Jr. Walleye and Bass Tournament in Tidioute. Fourteen teams worked the river from Kinzua to President, landing respectable smallmouths during a full day of competition that pays tribute to a local fishing icon. With fall colors and cooling waters, the river bite is primed for both fly and spin folks, making it a northeast favorite for early October action.Headed to Maryland or the Mid-Atlantic? The BayNet’s fishing report highlights stellar largemouth action throughout the central region, with frogs over grass and paddletails on docks yielding heavy bags. Deep Creek Lake and the upper Potomac are seeing bass fire up as temps drop—fall is peak time for topwater fans. Plus, striped bass and smallmouth are ramping up for their seasonal migration, so anglers have their pick of species.And don’t sleep on Arizona. Amber Lee from the Game & Fish Department hinted on a recent podcast that Arizona might be the country’s most underrated big bass state. With the right conditions, local lakes are coughing up monsters for patient anglers.That’s just a taste of what’s happening on American bass waters right now. Big catches, hot spots firing, record-setting tournaments—fall fishing is in full swing and there’s never been a better time to wet a line, whether you’re pitching a jig or flinging a streamer.Thanks for tuning in to this week’s rundown with Artificial Lure. Come back next week for more fresh updates and inside info on the world of bass. This has been a Quiet Please production—check out QuietPlease Dot A I for more content and extras. 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

Artificial Lure here with the latest scoop from the wild, wonderful, and downright unpredictable world of American bass fishing—and trust me, this week has been juicier than a June bug on a lily pad.Let’s kick things off down at legendary Toledo Bend, where one *very* famous largemouth, tipping the scales at 11.2 pounds, just clocked its **fourth documented catch and release**! Wired2Fish tells the entire fish tale: this brute has been tagged, weighed, and paraded more times than a county fair prize hog. The Toledo Bend Lake Association’s catch-tag-release program is proving just how catch-and-release keeps the lunker population thriving. How’s this for bass loyalty? The big ol’ gal gets caught, released, and swims back to her favorite cove every time, just waiting to test the drag on yet another lucky angler's reel.Looking for the next hot bite? Slide over to Lake Mohave, where the prestigious WON Bass Open just wrapped up. Over 160 teams—pros and “weekend warriors” alike—battled slick winds and bluebird skies, with long rods flying and loud whoops echoing from the canyons. Lake Mohave’s been fishing hot lately for both largemouth and smallmouth, thanks to stable fall water temps and plenty of structure. Pro tip: if you’re eyeing Mohave next fall, brush up on your Carolina rig game and bring a couple of flutter spoons—locals swear by them when the smallies are stacked on ledges. For the pedal-powered crowd, the Kalamazoo River in Michigan is building buzz with its kayak tournament series, where hefty river bass are making plenty of appearances. Myles Sayles, Kyle Filmore, and Jake Loesch threw down some serious inches, showing that river anglers are not messing around.Back east, Maryland waters are picking up as cool temperatures have fired up both largemouth and smallmouth action all around the Bay. Deep Creek Lake is pumping out solid mixed bags, and Chesapeake grass mats are tailor-made for frogging or flipping soft plastics. And hey, if you’re a fly flinger who likes tight cover, skinny water in the upper Potomac and around the Susquehanna Flats is prime for tossing big streamers at cruising smallies right now. Tournament news? The National Professional Fishing League closed its season at Logan Martin Lake, Alabama, with drama right down to the Angler of the Year wire—talk about a photo finish. Meanwhile, the Classic Bass Champions Tour showcased a wave of young up-and-comers putting on a Midwest clinic. There’s some real youth energy boosting things at every level—from kayak tourneys to the BCCT.Now, for what everyone loves—tackle talk. Fall bass are chasing shad, so break out those crankbaits and jerkbaits in silver and pearl—you don’t want to be the only angler on the lake not moving water with a squarebill. For bank anglers, especially our fly rod folks, give a mouse or streamer pattern a shot in shallow grass; October is when the big ones lose inhibition and smash topwater with zero remorse.Lastly, don’t miss out on tuning in to Reel Bass Mondays on World Fishing Network, where the likes of Ott DeFoe and JT Kenney are chasing double-digit monsters and uncovering forgotten honey holes. It's bass candy for anyone who likes to see big fish, bold moves, and the occasional heartbreak.That’s all from the water’s edge this week. Thanks for tuning in—remember, come back next week for more fish tales, hot bites, and wild bass news. This has been a Quiet Please production. To hear more from me, check out QuietPlease Dot A I. Tight lines and see ya 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 there bass heads, Artificial Lure here with your weekly bass fishing roundup, and boy do we have some killer catches to talk about this week!First up, Matt McCluskey from Ashburn, Virginia just absolutely crushed it at the Phoenix Bass Fishing League Regional on the James River. This guy hauled in 34 pounds, 12 ounces over two days to take home the top prize, including a sweet new Phoenix 819 Pro bass boat. What's really interesting is how he dialed in on a tiny 20-yard by 20-yard spot down the Chickahominy River that was absolutely stacked with fish. McCluskey was throwing crankbaits and jig-head minnows in six to ten feet of water, and during his hot windows, he was basically just reeling them in for an hour and a half straight each morning.The cool part about his strategy was the run-and-gun approach - he'd hit that honey hole on the Chick first thing, then make an hour-plus run back north to Osborne Landing to try for one big bite. On day one, it paid off with a chunky 5 and a quarter pounder that really sealed the deal.Speaking of big fish, we've got some unofficial record news from Vermont that'll make your jaw drop. Andrew Oestringer was kayak fishing on Lower Symes Pond in Ryegate and landed what could have been a new state record smallmouth bass weighing 7 pounds, 6 ounces. The only problem? He filleted the fish before getting it weighed on a certified scale, so it can't count as an official record. Still, that's one heck of a smallmouth from a little Northeast Kingdom pond that most people probably drive right past.Down south, high school anglers are making waves too. The Gailey sisters from Lumpkin County High School in Georgia took first place at the MLF Abu Garcia High School Fishing Open on Pickwick Lake with 16 pounds, 2 ounces. These young guns are showing that the future of bass fishing is in good hands.Now for the tactical stuff that might interest you fly slingers - the recent weather patterns across the country have been shaking things up in a big way. Multiple tropical systems have been pushing water around and creating some interesting conditions. In Florida, the Space Coast guys are dealing with persistent winds and vegetation movement that's been blocking off sections of water, but the silver lining is that water temperatures are finally dropping into that sweet fall transition zone where bass really start to feed aggressively.The James River tournament showed how important it is to adapt to changing conditions. McCluskey mentioned being worried about how recent storms would affect the tides, but sometimes Mother Nature surprises you in the best way possible.For you fly fishing folks thinking about crossing over to the dark side, pay attention to McCluskey's approach - he found one small, specific area and really worked it methodically. That's not so different from reading water and finding the right seam or structure that's holding fish, just with different tools.The Northeast Kingdom smallmouth catch is particularly interesting because it shows how overlooked small waters can produce monster fish. Vermont's fish biologist mentioned that the state has incredible diversity in fishing opportunities, with small ponds and mid-sized lakes offering phenomenal fishing that people just drive right past.That's a wrap for this week's bass report. Thanks for tuning in, and make sure to come back next week for more hot spots, big fish stories, and tactical intel from the bass fishing world. This has been a Quiet Please production - for more, check out Quiet Please Dot A I.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 heads, Artificial Lure reporting in with your weekly pulse check on bass fishing chaos and glory across the U.S. Grab a mug of your favorite river water because there’s a lot happening from coast to coast.Let’s kick things off at Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri, where autumn colors are popping and the fish are too. The Mid Missouri Angling crew hit the Larry Gale launch last Friday, focusing their efforts around mile markers 31 to 34. Word is, practice is heating up for a big bass contest this weekend—expect a jungle of rods and hopeful anglers in every cove. Fishing has been solid, with lots of two-pounders showing, although no monsters have broken cover yet. Water temps hang around 76 degrees, skies bounce between clear and cloudy, and prime structure like docks and laydown logs are key if you’re after the aggressive fall bite. Billy missed a big one on a laydown just out from the ramp—now that’s the heartbreak that keeps you coming back for more! You know the drill: cover water, hit structure, watch your back cast with all those boats out there, and play nice with the other river rats. This weekend’s tourney is sure to see some heavy bags and slick stories.If your rod’s itching for a road trip, slide west out to California’s legendary Clear Lake. According to WesternBass.com, the fall transition is prime, and the local scene is buzzing after a strong tournament season capped with big events and exclusive baits—shout out to the new Missile Baits D Bomb color that helped Ish Monroe seal a major Pro/Am victory this summer. Out on the water, Clear Lake bass are patrolling five to fifteen feet, especially around docks, submerged wood, and thick grass—classic junk fishing. The locals say morning periods are fire, with topwater lures crushing before the sun pushes fish deeper. Be ready to switch it up throughout the day: punch through mats with heavy rigs, run chatterbaits on rocky transitions, and keep a frog handy for those grassy lanes at first light. A recent shad die-off has even packed hungry bass tighter into healthy water, meaning if you find the bait, you’re about to find the predators. For fly anglers willing to adapt, stripstreaming big streamers around docks or punching the edge of a mat could be the ticket while the gear guys are busy running plastics.Down in the Sunshine State, the Roland Martin Marine Center Series just wrapped another monster event on Lake Okeechobee, Florida’s famed bass factory. This is the highest-paying bass team circuit in the southeast, and the boat launch scene has felt like a rock concert. June’s Qualifier #3 saw titans like David Free and Tyler South hauling big sacks to the scale. Consistent double-digit weights are coming up, with the usual Okeechobee trickery—big flipping rigs, swirl-tail plastics, and squarebills banging through hydrilla edges. If you catch that famous afternoon frog bite, hold on tight, because the big lake never disappoints.For the news hounds, there’s been some dramatic headlines too. Wired2Fish highlighted a heavy moment when a Major League Fishing event at Lewis Smith Lake turned tragic with a high-speed boat collision, reminding everyone to stick to boating safety rules even when adrenaline takes over. Tragedy aside, it’s a fresh reminder: tight lines are way more fun when everyone makes it safely back for weigh-in.Tournament season is peaking, the tackle shops are slinging the latest ICAST gadgets, invasive species are stirring up state regs in places like California, and community events are bigger and wilder than ever. If you think you know all the tricks, think again—today’s local innovations may be tomorrow’s secret sauce, especially if you’re keen to bridge conventional and fly tactics in the never-ending chase for bigmouth glory.Thanks for tuning in to this week’s drop from Artificial Lure. Be sure to come back next week for more U.S. bass fishing updates, insider spots, big catch rumors, and a few laughs along the way. This has been a Quiet Please production—if you want more, check out Quiet Please dot AI.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

Howdy anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your weekly bite on everything bass fishing across the U.S. October is rolling in fresh, the water temps are cooling, and let me tell you, there’s some downright electric action on the lakes, rivers, and backwaters you love.Talk of the week has to be the fireworks at Lake Hartwell, South Carolina, where the National Professional Fishing League Championship kicked off in style. South Carolina local Jason Burroughs is leading after day one, sticking 17 pounds, 12 ounces in the bag by switching up his tactics at the buzzer. Tennessee’s Brandon Perkins is close behind with nearly 17 pounds, skipping the spotted bass and going all-in on largemouth. Hartwell is famous for keeping even the pros on their toes—one minute it’s crickets, the next minute you’re hauling in a five and a half pound lunker like Georgia’s Trent Palmer did. That one currently tops the tournament leaderboard for big bass. The field is stacked with 15-pound-plus bags, so it’s anybody’s trophy as we head into the final days, and Burroughs credits pure flexibility for his hot start (that’s bass wisdom right there, folks).If you’re looking for a hot spot to scratch your big bass itch, California’s Clear Lake is still holding strong. WesternBass reports that anglers there are running into double-digit bass—yep, fish tipping over 10 pounds—especially around docks and mats. The local guides say the “junk fishing” pattern is king, meaning you’ll want to have everything ready from topwater frogs during the morning flurry to jigs and plastics for the deeper midday bite. Early morning is gold; crawfish-colored chatterbaits and cranks along the south end’s rocks are lighting up, and some areas are loaded with bass spitting out crawdads and shad, so you know they’re eating both top and bottom.Slide east to Alabama, and Great Days Outdoors just raved about the Mobile-Tensaw Delta, where the topwater bite’s wide open. Water temps are dropping, and early fall is prime for buzzbaits, frogs, and anything you can walk across the surface. Bass are blitzing on the shrimp migration—seriously, if you fly fish, tie on a shrimp pattern or small streamer and hit the troughs and cane breaks at sunup. Fly guides are pitching Charlie Bisharat’s “Pole Dancer” and getting explosive surface eats, while conventional anglers stay ready with Zara Spooks and classic Walk-the-Dog lures. Backcountry canoe missions are calling, too, offering sneaky water access the bigger boats miss.For more out-of-the-way action, Prosser Creek Reservoir in California’s Sierra foothills has been a fun destination for steady numbers, especially if you want to mix it up with both trout and bass. Local tackle shops say with surface temps in the 60s, bass are holding shallow in the coves and nosing around for jigs and soft plastics. No giants reported this week, but the bite’s reliable and perfect for honing your finesse game or introducing a kid to their first bass.As for what’s new in the world of gear, ICAST 2025’s product drops are beginning to surface at shops like Fisherman’s Warehouse and online. If you’re one of those anglers who believes a different retrieve, a new color, or a tweak to your hooks makes all the difference, this is your season to geek out on the latest. There’s even a brand-new colorway Missile Baits D Bomb, affectionately named Rotten Tomato, that just helped pro Ish Monroe win a big Western event.So whether you’re a fly angler stalking grass edges with a streamer or a tournament junkie chasing the next five-pounder, this season has plenty to get excited about—from big tour stops on legendary lakes to out-of-the-way creeks feeding hungry fish. Thanks for tuning in to your bass hot sheet with Artificial Lure. Come back next week for more fresh catches, local secrets, and updates from the world of U.S. bass fishing. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for more, check out QuietPlease dot A I.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