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by WB Staff
Tue Apr 09, 2024 2:18 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Cooch Jig article
Replies: 11
Views: 734

Re: Cooch Jig article

Fun memories for us too when we dig thru the archives to put one up for a Throwback or Flashback day. Is there any of the other anglers/writers that you would like for us to look into the archives specifically for?
by WB Staff
Mon Apr 08, 2024 7:17 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta Fishing Report April 6
Replies: 0
Views: 746

Delta Fishing Report April 6

Delta Fishing Report April 6 With Christian Ostrander
by WB Staff
Mon Apr 08, 2024 6:15 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: REBC Lake Sonoma Open April 20th!
Replies: 4
Views: 346

Re: REBC Lake Sonoma Open April 20th!

This flyer is from last year. Anything on this year?
by WB Staff
Mon Apr 08, 2024 6:13 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: 24.51 to Win Berryessa | NewJen Teams Results April 6
Replies: 3
Views: 913

Re: 24.51 to Win Berryessa | NewJen Teams Results April 6

Yes Berry. Thank you ... had Clear Lake on the brain. :shock:
by WB Staff
Sun Apr 07, 2024 9:39 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: 21.30 To Win the Delta | BBT Results April 6
Replies: 0
Views: 537

21.30 To Win the Delta | BBT Results April 6

1 Brent Zieska Jim La Rosa 5 6.00 21.30 $3,535.00 2 Mark Howard Curtis D Howard 5 7.73 18.75 $2,535.00 3 Austin R Phillips Kyle B Santos 5 7.79 18.55 $2,075.00 4 David S Runnells Dave Della 5 5.64 17.60 $1,020.00 5 Mark Casey Ed Christo 5 4.74 16.86 $785.00 6 Nicholas H Fraser Brian Johnson 5 5.26 1...
by WB Staff
Sun Apr 07, 2024 9:31 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Pedro Sat and Sunday and Piru
Replies: 0
Views: 290

Pedro Sat and Sunday and Piru

Next weekend we have 3 events on the calendar. On Saturday we have the Mother Lode Region at Lake Don Pedro and the SoCal Region on Piru. Then Sunday the Central Region gets their shot at Don Pedro. For information on the BBT or to sign up for an event please go to www.fishbbt.com
by WB Staff
Sun Apr 07, 2024 9:18 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: BAM Pro Tour Lake Martinez Results Day 3 FINAL
Replies: 6
Views: 921

BAM Pro Tour Lake Martinez Results Day 3 FINAL

BAM Pro Tour Lake Martinez Results Day 3 FINAL bass fishing results.jpg 1 Colby Pearson 16.29 $14,502.00 2 Karl Okerman 15.93 $5,525.00 3 Nicholas Cloutier 14.97 $4,604.00 4 Greg Gutierrez 14.52 $4,143.00 5 Cameron Karber 14.2 $3,683.00 6 Ish Monroe 11.27 $3,223.00 7 Zack Thompson 10.68 $2,647.00 7 ...
by WB Staff
Sun Apr 07, 2024 3:19 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: BAM Pro Tour Lake Martinez Results Day 2
Replies: 0
Views: 363

BAM Pro Tour Lake Martinez Results Day 2

bass fishing results.jpg Note: Anglers are ranked by both biggest five fish limit AND numbers of scorable bass caught. First place is five biggest and second place is the highest keeper count and the standings continue to alternate. Anglers ranked by weight are denoted with an astrick. Field will b...
by WB Staff
Sun Apr 07, 2024 3:17 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: 24.51 to Win Berryessa | NewJen Teams Results April 6
Replies: 3
Views: 913

24.51 to Win Berryessa | NewJen Teams Results April 6

CONGRATULATIONS to today’s top teams at Lake Berryessa! ______________________ 1st Place + 1st Big Fish: Brett Nielson & Carson Leber 24.51 lbs. (6.64) $2,810 2nd Place: Chad Dibble & Michael Frederick 22.70 lbs. $1,710 3rd Place: Scott Chappell & Bobby Huls 22.22 lbs. $1,270 4th Place: ...
by WB Staff
Sat Apr 06, 2024 10:49 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Swim A Bait Film with Paul Bailey and Patrick Touey
Replies: 3
Views: 620

Swim A Bait Film with Paul Bailey and Patrick Touey

Swim A Bait | AFTCO Original Film Bass fishing takes on numerous forms, from the simplicity of backyard pond fishing to the apex of competitive tournament angling. Yet, within this pursuit lies a distinct niche: trophy hunting via swimbait fishing. Unlike traditional baits, swimbaits stand out in th...
by WB Staff
Sat Apr 06, 2024 10:43 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: 17.77 to Lead New Melones |CA Bass Nation Results Day
Replies: 0
Views: 556

17.77 to Lead New Melones |CA Bass Nation Results Day

http://www.westernbass.com/shared/images/Fishermans.jpg https://www.fishermanswarehouse.com California BASS Nation is at New Melones Lake. Day 1 Results from New Melones Boaters (5 Fish Limit) Joseph Soung 17.77 (5.47 BF) Ralph Encizo 15.2 Cory Kerber 15.15 Matt Miley 15.09 Branton Fouquet 12.84 We...
by WB Staff
Sat Apr 06, 2024 5:53 am
Forum: Kayaks and Kick Boats
Topic: BAM Kayak coverage from Daigo Kobayashi (小林大悟)🇯🇵🇺🇸
Replies: 0
Views: 158

BAM Kayak coverage from Daigo Kobayashi (小林大悟)🇯🇵🇺🇸

BAM Kayak coverage from Daigo Kobayashi(小林大悟)🇯🇵🇺🇸

by WB Staff
Sat Apr 06, 2024 4:43 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Track the Anglers on BAM Pro Tour
Replies: 0
Views: 276

Track the Anglers on BAM Pro Tour

by WB Staff
Sat Apr 06, 2024 4:35 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: 2024 Tournament Schedule | BAM ALL EVENTS
Replies: 0
Views: 239

2024 Tournament Schedule | BAM ALL EVENTS

Clear Lake Team Event February 10, 2024 Team Shasta ProAm 2024 February 22, 2024 ProAm Kayak Lake Tulloch March 9, 2024 Kayak Oroville ProAm March 15, 2024 ProAm Arizona - Lake Martinez April 5, 2024 Pro Tour Kayak Rollins Lake April 20, 2024 Kayak Delta ProAm April 26, 2024 ProAm Delta Team Open Ma...
by WB Staff
Sat Apr 06, 2024 4:25 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: DWR released the final version of the California Water Plan
Replies: 1
Views: 256

DWR released the final version of the California Water Plan

The Department of Water Resources (DWR) released the final version of the California Water Plan.jpg The Department of Water Resources (DWR) released the final version of the California Water Plan which asserts equity for “frontline communities,” yet ignores the negative impacts key projects will ha...
by WB Staff
Sat Apr 06, 2024 4:22 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Friday Flashback with Cooch: JIg Theory
Replies: 3
Views: 485

Friday Flashback with Cooch: JIg Theory

cooch jig fishing largemouth bass.png Long time ago, when I first began tournament bass fishing, I used to be a crankster. I tossed a blade every now and then with some wormin tossed in as well. I then joined my first club in 1982. I joined with the intention of using the club as a school, such as ...
by WB Staff
Sat Apr 06, 2024 4:16 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: BAM Anglers Make NBC News
Replies: 0
Views: 387

BAM Anglers Make NBC News

BAM Anglers Make NBC News.jpg BAM Bass Fishing Pro Tour event kicks off at Lake Martinez 28 of the best anglers from around the west coast battle it out at Lake Martinez LAKE MARTINEZ, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - 28 of the best anglers around the west coast have come to Lake Martinez for the Bass Angler M...
by WB Staff
Sat Apr 06, 2024 4:07 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: 22.24 to Lead Martinez | BAM Pro Tour Results Day 1
Replies: 1
Views: 1261

22.24 to Lead Martinez | BAM Pro Tour Results Day 1

bass fishing results.jpg Note: Anglers are ranked by both biggest five fish limit AND numbers of scorable bass caught. First place is five biggest and second place is the highest keeper count and the standings continue to alternate. Anglers ranked by weight are denoted with an astrick. Field will b...
by WB Staff
Fri Apr 05, 2024 4:21 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Catch & Release Ruined Trophy Bass Fishing? Science vs Opinion
Replies: 6
Views: 548

Catch & Release Ruined Trophy Bass Fishing? Science vs Opinion

Catch & Release Ruined Trophy Bass Fishing? Science vs Opinion




Tonight we will have a discussion with fisheries biologist Shan O'Gorman about the way Catch and Release ethos has affected fisheries across North America in regards to trophy sized bass specifically.
by WB Staff
Fri Apr 05, 2024 3:54 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Fishing in Southern California
Replies: 0
Views: 197

Fishing in Southern California

The Best Fishing Spots In Southern California LAKE GREGORY Located in the pine-covered heart of the San Bernardino Mountains, Lake Gregory makes fishing in Southern California an absolute delight. A two-hour drive from Los Angeles will bring you to this bucolic 120-acre area—which is home to both br...
by WB Staff
Fri Apr 05, 2024 3:44 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Coming up next Saturday 4/6 our Delta Region
Replies: 1
Views: 633

Re: Coming up next Saturday 4/6 our Delta Region

Coming up Saturday our Delta/ Wine Region kicks off the 2024 Season. And…. There will be BBQ available at the weigh in!
by WB Staff
Thu Apr 04, 2024 7:23 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: No Scope Tournaments For the Future?
Replies: 8
Views: 919

No Scope Tournaments For the Future?

Just looking at the competitiors in this No SCope Tournament, we were wondering, will No Scope Tournaments/Circuits become a big draw?
Here in the West too?
Any thoughts on who will win this one without Scopes?

Day 2 RESULTS: scope-tournament-results-day-t146323.html
by WB Staff
Thu Apr 04, 2024 7:20 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Touring Anglers Association $300K for 1st
Replies: 2
Views: 1525

Re: Touring Anglers Association $300K for 1st

No Scope Event Format: No Information Period Rule: There will be 15-day off-limits for all contestants. To police the “No Information Period Rule” and to try to stop the buying of information, all Angler’s GPS units will be restricted to only waypoints created during the ride around and tournament d...
by WB Staff
Thu Apr 04, 2024 7:19 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: No Scope Tournament Results Day 2
Replies: 2
Views: 781

No Scope Tournament Results Day 2

Reminder TAA Rules: Equipment Restrictions: The following equipment MUST be REMOVED from the boat before the ride around and endorsed by tournament staff that items are removed: Live scope Forward-facing sonar 360 imaging transducer http://www.westernbass.com/shared/images/Fishermans.jpg https://www...
by WB Staff
Wed Apr 03, 2024 4:12 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: AFTCO x B.A.S.S. Nation Conservation Grant Program
Replies: 0
Views: 179

AFTCO x B.A.S.S. Nation Conservation Grant Program

aftco bass grant deadline 2024.jpg The AFTCO x B.A.S.S. Nation Conservation Grant Program was created to help provide funds to approved freshwater bass conservation projects proposed by B.A.S.S. Nation clubs. Through current grassroots B.A.S.S. Nation organizations, our goal is to foster community ...
by WB Staff
Tue Apr 02, 2024 9:22 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: YouTube Video Embed Info
Replies: 0
Views: 206

YouTube Video Embed Info

Thanks to Bearded Bassin for bring up this question and here is the answer to assist him and others. Thank you for the support of the site. YouTube has added some code on to their copy and past method as well as their URL copy and past method of sharing. Here is the workaround for to embed a vid. Us...
by WB Staff
Sat Mar 30, 2024 9:08 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 11-Year-Old Catches A Teener
Replies: 2
Views: 531

Re: 11-Year-Old Catches A Teener

Following closely in his father’s footsteps, 11-year-old Stetson Davis is already getting recognized for boating lunker bass. On March 6, the young angler from Oklahoma went fishing with his dad on J.B. Thomas Reservoir in Texas, where he caught a 13-pound largemouth that broke the junior lake recor...
by WB Staff
Sat Mar 30, 2024 6:25 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Fluorocarbon King 👑 BOGO deal on Japanese fluorocarbon
Replies: 3
Views: 708

Fluorocarbon King 👑 BOGO deal on Japanese fluorocarbon

Fluorocarbon King 👑
BOGO deal coming April 1st at participating stores.
P-line Tactical is a Japanese fluorocarbon that was engineered to be the pinnacle of fluorocarbon line.
by WB Staff
Sat Mar 30, 2024 6:17 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Tweener Alert 12.72
Replies: 1
Views: 327

Tweener Alert 12.72

Brady Stanford submitted a 12.72-pound bass to the TPWD ShareLunker program. Brady caught this bass from O.H. Ivie Reservoir on 03/10/2024 and was awarded the Strike King Elite Class.
by WB Staff
Sat Mar 30, 2024 5:55 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: 29.54 to Win DVL for $11K | Anglers Marine Results
Replies: 1
Views: 640

29.54 to Win DVL for $11K | Anglers Marine Results

433344055_930892469043954_1978924011836367365_n.jpg Results from today’s Diamond Valley owners appreciation tournament. Thank you to everyone who came out and braved the weather it was nautical to say the least. Congratulations to all the winners especially the team of Manas Malakian and Tom White ...
by WB Staff
Sat Mar 30, 2024 5:44 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Get on the big stage "BAM" Time to sign up!
Replies: 0
Views: 325

Get on the big stage "BAM" Time to sign up!

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Get on the big stage "BAM" Time to sign up! https://bamtrail.com/event/delta-proam/
by WB Staff
Sat Mar 30, 2024 12:38 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Coming up next Saturday 4/6 our Delta Region
Replies: 1
Views: 633

Coming up next Saturday 4/6 our Delta Region

Coming up next Saturday 4/6 our Delta/ Wine Region begins their 2024 campaign on the California Delta out of Russo's Marina Bethel Island. It looks like we are in for some good weather and the bite should be 🔥
To sign up for the event go to www.fishbbt.com
by WB Staff
Sat Mar 30, 2024 4:47 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Teener Alert 13.99
Replies: 0
Views: 195

Teener Alert 13.99

O. H. Ivie continues its streak of producing Legacy Class Lunkers. Angler Tery Lewis of Lubbock caught 13.99 pound ShareLunker 669. This is the 19th Legacy Class ShareLunker for the season and the 12th from O.H. Ivie. Thank you, Tery for your contribution to bass conservation in Texas.
by WB Staff
Sat Mar 30, 2024 4:41 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: SEALING THE DEAL AT MLF CLEAR LAKE 2024. HERE'S HOW I DID IT
Replies: 1
Views: 742

SEALING THE DEAL AT MLF CLEAR LAKE 2024. HERE'S HOW I DID IT

Major League Fishing Toyota Series 2024 kicked off at Clearlake, and I was able to secure the victory. In this video, I get in depth on how I did it. The rigs i was using, my mindset and much more on how we scratched and clawed our way to the trophy.

by WB Staff
Sat Mar 30, 2024 4:29 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Registration is now open for the H2O Hackathon
Replies: 0
Views: 140

Registration is now open for the H2O Hackathon

Registration is now open for the H2O Hackathon, a coding and multi-media competition to amplify San Joaquin County college and high school students' skills to help find solutions to the state's water issues! This year's theme is "Hack the Flood", relating to the storms of early 2023 that c...
by WB Staff
Sat Mar 30, 2024 4:21 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Major League Fishing Suspends James Watson
Replies: 20
Views: 3600

Major League Fishing Suspends James Watson

BENTON, Ky. (March 29, 2024) – Major League Fishing (MLF) announced Friday that Bass Pro Tour angler James Watson has been suspended for multiple violations of the standards outlined in the 2024 Major League Fishing Angler and League Participation Agreement and the 2024 Professional Bass Tour Talent...
by WB Staff
Wed Mar 27, 2024 4:46 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Double Digit for Ben Greens Win New PB
Replies: 2
Views: 681

Double Digit for Ben Greens Win New PB

Fish with my buddy Zak normally we strike out and today we had an epic day with 6 pounds in our live well and about an hour to go with a 20 minute boat ride ahead of us these two fish bit and changed it all up. Thanks all.!  My personal best Bass and my first 10 pounder! https://youtu.be/kS9_mA4KjH...
by WB Staff
Wed Mar 27, 2024 4:42 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Historical catch of a 19 pound 4 ounce bass
Replies: 2
Views: 785

Historical catch of a 19 pound 4 ounce bass

Chris Brandt was kind enough to share this photo of his historical catch of a 19 pound 4 ounce bass, as well as taking the time to talk with us by telephone about how things unfolded for him that day. This fish is still #19 on the list of biggest bass ever caught Worldwide! Thank you for sharing you...
by WB Staff
Wed Mar 27, 2024 2:06 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: GSM And Bull Shad Maker Bucca
Replies: 1
Views: 488

GSM And Bull Shad Maker Bucca

GsM and Mike Bucca Swimbaits Partner.jpg GSM (Now known for Yamamoto Baits, Phenix, Bill Lewis, Etc) Partners with Bull Shad Maker Bucca GSM Outdoors is excited to announce their new partnership with Bucca Brand, maker of the Bull Shad. This collaboration will introduce a new wave of anglers to the...
by WB Staff
Wed Mar 27, 2024 1:55 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: CCA California Announces STAR Tournament
Replies: 0
Views: 372

CCA California Announces STAR Tournament

CCA California Announces STAR Tournament http://www.westernbass.com/shared/images/Fishermans.jpg https://www.fishermanswarehouse.com The Coastal Conservation Association of California (CCA CAL) is set to kick off the new season-long STAR Tournament on Memorial Day Weekend with 14 fabulous weekly pri...
by WB Staff
Wed Mar 27, 2024 1:36 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Our 2nd Anglers Marine Customer Appreciation Tournament of 2024
Replies: 1
Views: 487

Re: Our 2nd Anglers Marine Customer Appreciation Tournament of 2024

We are a GO for this Saturday rain or shine. The lake will be opening the gates at 530AM to go up the hill. THEY WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTING CASH FOR ENTRY!! Please make sure you have cash in hand. If you do not have an entry seal band please arrive with your cover on and boat as dry as possibl
by WB Staff
Wed Mar 27, 2024 1:32 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Teener Alert 13.14
Replies: 0
Views: 175

Teener Alert 13.14

Teener Alert 13.14.jpg Legacy Class ShareLunker 668 from O.H. Ivie was just caught, weighed in at 13.14 pounds, and submitted by angler Keith Hall of Granbury, TX. Since there are 10 ShareLunkers already donated by anglers from O.H. Ivie for selective spawning and broodstock development and limited...
by WB Staff
Wed Mar 27, 2024 1:30 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Boaters DQ at MLF Toyota Series, 1 Year suspension
Replies: 2
Views: 1014

Boaters DQ at MLF Toyota Series, 1 Year suspension

Two Boaters Disqualified at Toyota Series Harris Chain, Suspended for One Year http://www.westernbass.com/shared/images/Fishermans.jpg https://www.fishermanswarehouse.com WHAT: A boating accident occurred Tuesday, March 19, during Day 1 of competition at the Major League Fishing (MLF) Toyota Series ...