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
Thursday, 03 March 2022 / Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass

Northwoods Crossovers

  A surprise catch is one of fishing’s greatest thrills. Bewildering and unsuspecting to anglers, every body of water is filled with them. These wonderment’s are what attract us to
Monday, 28 February 2022 / Published in Gear Reviews

Trokar TK300 Round Bend Treble Hooks Review

Eagle Claw Trokar’s TK300 treble hook is designed for crankbaits and jerkbaits. Available in sizes 2, 4, 5 and 6, TK300 treble hooks feature a short shank to reduce fouling,
Thursday, 24 February 2022 / Published in Gear Reviews

Fishing Items and Objects I Can’t Live Without

  We don’t need a ton of high-end gear to catch bass with. They are accessible and catchable under a variety of approaches and circumstances whether it’s from shore or
Monday, 21 February 2022 / Published in Short Stories and Timely Tips

Bowfin are Big Beauties

  Back during the summer of 2000, my dad and I caught one of the strangest looking fish we’ve ever seen in our lives.“What the heck is that!?!” we shrieked,
Wednesday, 16 February 2022 / Published in Gear Reviews

The Marshal – Victory 17 Interview

  Victory 17 recap, with most under $200, you get a handcrafted in the USA rod and a 15-year warranty, each different and technique specific. We want to highlight how
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