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THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE FISHING LIBRARY FOR WISCONSIN BASS FISHING

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Fishing stories, fisheries issues, rants, my uncensored thoughts and opinions (not yours) and infotainment. The most comprehensive bass fishing library for Wisconsin bass fishing and across the Midwest.

Northwoods Bass 2019 Fishing Itinerary

Northwoods Bass Fishing Adventures, with your host and instructor Andrew Ragas, is committed to providing the most successful, informative and educational fishing experience possible. Bass anglers who fish with me (newbies, veterans, or pros, whichever you choose to be) will learn how to locate, approach, and catch bass on our region’s waters. Here is a

Interview with Badger Sportsman Magazine

Andrew Ragas, with Bill Schultz In February 2019 I was interviewed by writer, Bill Schultz, for a piece highlighting Wisconsin’s smallmouth fisheries and a showcase of fishing guides who are specializing on them. Bill was kind to profile me, and here is our full length interview. Parts of the original interview will be published in

Ned Rigs for Northwoods Bass

This fish catcher is simple, deadly, and efficient. The Ned rig has actually been around for the last half century or so, when Ned Kehde first concocted this jig worm. But it really came onto the bass fishing scene a few years ago when the tactic became publicized and exploited by the man himself.

Wisconsin Spring Conservation Congress 2018 – Help Save The Bass Fisheries!

On Monday, April 09, 2018, the Wisconsin Conservation Congress its hosting its annual spring hearings held in each Wisconsin county. This year a few proposals are hitting the advisory board concerning our state’s great bass fishing. These proposals could severely degrade fishing and a number of bass fisheries. Please attend your nearest location and cast
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Overlooked Bass Fishing Routines for 2018

By Andrew Ragas Routines are described as detailed courses of action to be followed regularly. In a bass fishing sense, when preparing for your season of fishing, a systemic method of preparation will make you a more efficient fisherman. Over time, it will become second nature to you, and repeated annually.

Catch and Release Smallmouth Fishing, with Trokar Live Bait Hooks

I don’t promote the use of live bait fishing unless it’s done responsibly and 100% catch & release survival is assured. When nothing else works to catch fish, it’s a last resort tactic for me. But to others it’s understandably a top choice, and unbeatable in cold water periods.

The Last Cast Fish

Carl calls his catch, on the last cast.

Northwoods Bass 2017 Early Season Forecast

My spring return to the Minocqua area was greeted by a major dumping of snowfall and rainfall that has flooded rivers and streams. Despite that, the Ranger is in the shop this week, receiving its finishing touches on 2017 season upgrades. Also, the yard for the most part is finally raked and tidied up. Now

Northwoods Bass 2016 Early Season Forecast

By Andrew Ragas A new fishing season brings new angling opportunities. During the last week, our family’s northwoods cabin opened for the season, signaling that game time is near. My Ranger boat finally hit the water, and a slew of upgrades such as big screen electronics, a front deck extension, and other modifications were added

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