Andrew Ragas splits time between the Chicago area and Wisconsin's Northwoods. Based in Minocqua, WI, he specializes in trophy bass fishing and offers guided trips from May thru October. While big bass is the passion, he dabbles in multi-species as well. He may be visited online at www.northwoodsbass.com
Saturday, 12 February 2022 / Published in Short Stories and Timely Tips

The Smallmouth Clean-Up Crew

  In the realm of fishing suspending jerkbaits, there comes a period when smallmouth bass grow conditioned to the baits being presented before them. If lucky enough to enjoy 100
Saturday, 12 February 2022 / Published in Short Stories and Timely Tips, Smallie Blog

Is Social Media Ruining Fishing Spots?

Every once in a while, I come across insightful columns pondering whether social media is ruining fishing. Though these online super-sites are an integral tool for networking, information gathering and
Saturday, 12 February 2022 / Published in Crappie Fishing, Short Stories and Timely Tips

Maintaining Trophy Panfish Fisheries

  Panfish are the largest, most popular, and widespread freshwater fish species in the nation. Because these species can be terribly prolific in certain waters, stocking is generally not required
Saturday, 12 February 2022 / Published in Short Stories and Timely Tips

Swinging Head Tube Jigs

A swing head jig is ideal for presenting craw imitating plastics along hard bottom. In comparison to traditional jig head designs or tube jig inserts, they promote tail action, resistance
Wednesday, 09 February 2022 / Published in Gear Reviews

How to Tie the “RP Knot”

A buddy once showed me how to tie this knot in 2017, and it’s been my go-to for braid to fluoro / mono attachments ever since. I’ve also shown others
Monday, 31 January 2022 / Published in Gear Reviews

St. Croix Victory Light Weight (VTS610MLXF)

  Andrew Ragas of Northwoods Bass Fishing Adventures, LLC – Minocqua, WI shares specifications and his applications of choice for the new St. Croix Victory (610MLXF) Light Weight spinning rod.
Friday, 14 January 2022 / Published in Fishing Reports

Northwoods Bass 2022 Fishing Itinerary

  While you could be preparing your 2022 fishing trip plans, it’s never too early to consider a fully guided bass fishing trip on the inland waters of Northern Wisconsin.
Monday, 10 January 2022 / Published in Gear Reviews

St. Croix Victory Custom Cranker (VTC72MHMF)

  Andrew Ragas of Northwoods Bass Fishing Adventures, LLC – Minocqua WI shares specifications and his applications for the new St. Croix Victory (72MHMF) Custom Cranker rod. This rod specifically