Published articles by Andrew Ragas. The most comprehensive bass fishing library for Wisconsin bass fishing and across the Midwest.
Smallmouth Fishing with Kids
Friday, 01 March 2024
One of life’s greatest blessings is fishing with children, and introducing a youngster to the sport.
- Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Smallmouth Bass
Giant Smallmouths from Trout Waters
Friday, 01 March 2024
We should all know what happens when trout get stocked in Western American lakes – its bass fishery grows into huge world-record sizes as a result of feeding on its stocked trout. Largemouths of that caliber simply don’t exist in these waters, as we are in too cold of a latitude to grow such
- Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Smallmouth Bass
When and Where to Fish Braid, Mono, Fluoro
Thursday, 29 February 2024
Fishing line is the most integral component of fishing tackle, and without it there is no catching by hook and line standards. Millions of miles get produced annually by a myriad of brands, and choosing the proper line to suit your needs has become a complicated subject for anglers to grapple. Adding to the
- Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Gear Reviews
So You Want to Catch a Monster Smallmouth in Wisconsin?
Monday, 19 February 2024
Want to catch a trophy smallmouth? Here’s the procedure to help make your dreams a reality.
- Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Short Stories and Timely Tips
Favorite Fishing Accessories
Thursday, 08 February 2024
The more you’ll fish, the more gear you’ll accumulate. It’s inevitable, and a byproduct of your involvement in fishing that you cannot avoid.
- Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Gear Reviews
Fishing Line Maintenance
Tuesday, 06 February 2024
Between the demands of guiding and my own personal fishing time, a lot of wear and tear gets put on my vehicle, boats, and equipment throughout the year. Upkeep and maintenance of each is necessary in order for us to perform at a high level, and helps me avoid many problems that could happen
- Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Gear Reviews
Bass Burnout
Tuesday, 06 February 2024
When you do something long enough, you’ll get burnt out by it eventually. It happens in daily life, and it can also happen in fishing. The more repetitive each activity gets, the more bored you become. This is what bass fishing sometimes does to me.
- Published in Bass Fishing Articles
Smallmouth Melanosis
Tuesday, 02 January 2024
I remember catching my first smallmouth with black blotches on it in 2010, and this oddity has perplexed me ever since.
- Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Smallmouth Bass
St. Croix Rods Best of 2023
Tuesday, 12 December 2023
Andrew Ragas of Northwoods Bass Fishing Adventures, LLC – Minocqua, WI showcases some of his favorite St. Croix rods from the 2023 fishing season. Models showcased are listed below:
- Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Gear Reviews