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These baits cover the strike zone regardless of where the fish are, Chris Johnston said

Safety is the priority, even when the bite is "lights out." A compact tool kit can make night prep easier, especially with something like the Griffin Pocket Tool

Usually, the bass will try to intercept the shad out in the mouths of the creeks

Steve Kantner Strips cut from bonito or other small tuna make ideal trolling baits for many pelagic species -- provided they're prepared and rigged correctly

Sure, there's some modern equipment that makes worming even more effective, like tungsten sinkers that let you feel every pebble on the lake floor, and stealthy fluorocarbon fishing lines