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, 26 February 2015 / Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Smallmouth Bass

The Northwoods Smallmouth Calendar

By Andrew Ragas As the new season approaches, anglers are planning their trips and getaways for the upcoming year. With the Northwoods of Wisconsin serving as my home waters, I
Monday, 05 January 2015 / Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Gear Reviews, Smallmouth Bass

The Perfect Jig

By Andrew Ragas The jig is one of the most storied and historical pieces of tackle in modern day fishing. Its origins can be traced back to the early Polynesians
Tuesday, 11 November 2014 / Published in Gear Reviews

Top Smallmouth Bass Baits of 2014

By Andrew Ragas At this time last season, I spilled the beans by publicizing my secret baits that caught the most fish for me. Now that my 2014 fishing season
Tuesday, 16 September 2014 / Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Smallmouth Bass

Perch Patterning Bass

By Andrew Ragas As the seasons undergo a change, a pattern often overlooked by northern bass anglers takes place. Beginning during the pre-turnover stages of the fall cooldown period, schools
Tuesday, 16 September 2014 / Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Smallmouth Bass

Rainy Lake Adventures at Camp Narrows Lodge

By Andrew Ragas In the year 1981, the British rock group, The Clash, wrote the number one single, “Should I Stay or Should I Go.” My trip partner for this
Thursday, 24 July 2014 / Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Smallmouth Bass

The Late Night Show, with Smallmouth Bass

By Andrew Ragas During the dog days of summer on many north country lakes, big smallmouth bass become creatures of the night. When nighttime calls, and most anglers are asleep,
Thursday, 24 July 2014 / Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Smallmouth Bass

Lighten Up For Summer Smallmouth

By Andrew Ragas With pristine waters comes difficult decisions to entice big smallmouth bass. Finesse presentations aren’t required on every clear water fishery, but they greatly help with catching more
Friday, 09 May 2014 / Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Smallmouth Bass

Flowage Belt Smallmouth Bass

By Andrew Ragas Bass anglers sometimes wonder why certain rivers of Wisconsin’s flowage belt fish best in spring and go unproductive in summer. Understanding the dynamics and little-studied stream migrations