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
Monday, 11 August 2025 / Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Largemouth Bass

Amphibious Largemouths

  If they’re not deep right now, they’re likely to be shallow. Tie on a frog, and make sure it lands on top of that mat. You’ll be surprised by
Friday, 08 August 2025 / Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Smallmouth Bass

Long Rod and Light Line Smallmouths

  Finesse fishing for smallmouths has come a long way. More anglers are turning to long spinning rod and high-capacity reel set-ups for achieving long casts with light line presentations.
Wednesday, 06 August 2025 / Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Gear Reviews, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass

What We’re Throwing in August

  August month is here, and this is the Dog Days of Summer. August fishing can be difficult and challenging to many anglers due to heat, higher water temperatures, and
Wednesday, 06 August 2025 / Published in Fishing Reports

Northwoods Bass Fishing Report – Mid July to Early August, 2025

  Largemouth bass are the best game in town right now. If you are not targeting them and instead beating yourselves up for other species in this heat, you should
Monday, 04 August 2025 / Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Short Stories and Timely Tips

Where to Go Fishing During Cold Fronts

  Here in Wisconsin, largemouth and smallmouth lake types and habitats are greatly contrasting. Nearly every bass fishery I go to contains a quality fishery that is managed for only
Monday, 28 July 2025 / Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Largemouth Bass, Short Stories and Timely Tips

Perfect Plants to Largemouths

  The lives and feeding patterns of largemouth bass revolves around plant life year-round. Aquatic plant species form the foundation of healthy and flourishing underwater ecosystems.
Monday, 21 July 2025 / Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Largemouth Bass, Short Stories and Timely Tips

Finding Trophy Largemouth Lakes

  Realize that not every lake is capable of growing and rearing giants. Each largemouth lake I fish contains different population densities and size structures.
Monday, 14 July 2025 / Published in Bass Fishing Articles, Short Stories and Timely Tips

Kid Friendly Smallmouth Lures

  Keep lure selection simple, and outfit a child with the simplest options for them to catch fish with. Most smallmouths coming aboard my boat get caught with the most