Description
Bass Pro Shops Fisherman’s Handbook, hosted by Wade Middleton, continues the tradition of showcasing top fishing destinations while featuring educational fishing tips provided by touring pros, guides, and industry representatives. Every episode features the latest techniques and products available to anglers, ensuring that each show episode is informative for first-time anglers as well as seasoned tournament pros.
Episodes
Fisherman’s Handbook “Bass Fishing In The Wind”
Fisherman's Handbook "Bass Fishing In The Wind" -- The wind is one variable an angler can’t control when embarking on a fishing trip. During this episode of the Bass Pro Shops Fisherman’s Handbook, learn about boating safety, decision making, and the ideal baits to use in the wind.
Fisherman’s Handbook “POST SPAWN BASS FISHING TACTICS”
Fisherman's Handbook "POST SPAWN BASS FISHING TACTICS" -- One of the best times of the year to catch a lot of fish is during the post spawn phase. On this episode, host Wade Middleton is fishing Choke Canyon Reservoir during the late springtime as fish are wrapping up the spawn. Learn about the locations, baits, and gear you should be focusing on to catch post spawn bass.
Fisherman’s Handbook “Pond Fishing Adventures”
Fisherman's Handbook "Pond Fishing Adventures" -- Ponds thats where most anglers first learn to fish. These smaller bodies of water offer great angling opportunities as well as a place for someone to quickly escape to and catch a few fish. During the first part of this episode host Wade Middleton is joined by guest Darren Mooneyham as the two embark on an afternoon of pond hopping at Prairie Hill Sporting Club in central Texas.
Fisherman’s Handbook “Springtime Bass Fishing in North Texas”
Fisherman's Handbook "Springtime Bass Fishing in North Texas" -- Each year host Wade Middleton and good buddy Jeff Reynolds pick a few days stretch to travel across the south fishing numerous bodies of water in search of that next bite. Join the duo as they work their way across north Texas catching fish on a variety of baits including topwater frogs and bottom baits while the bass are pushed up shallow to feed and spawn.
Fisherman’s Handbook “Alabama Bass Fishing”
Fisherman's Handbook "Alabama Bass Fishing" -- Alabama has long been one of our favorite bass fishing destinations. On this show, we take a look at several fishing trips we’ve done in this great state in the past at locations such as Pickwick and Wilson Lakes.
Fisherman’s Handbook “Fishing with Clark Wendlandt Bass Master AOY”
Fisherman's Handbook "Inside our Tackle Box with SPRO" -- We head deep inside our tackle box to take a look at the family of baits designed by SPRO. This brand is dedicated to designing, creating, and refining baits that will benefit the angler out on the water. From the new Essential Series, to the Little John, and even the Spin John 80, SPRO offers baits that will catch fish from top to bottom.
Fisherman’s Handbook “Fishing Line and Tying Knots for Fishing”
Fishing Line and Tying Knots for Fishing Fisherman's Handbook Knots are one of the most important keys to an angler’s success. If a knot fails, you fail. However, if the knot holds, you find [...]
Fisherman’s Handbook “Rigging Soft Plastics”
Rigging Soft Plastics Fisherman's Handbook Fishing is not just as simple as placing a worm on a hook, and waiting for a fish to bite. To be a successful angler, you need to adapt [...]
Fisherman’s Handbook “Changing Patterns on Choke Canyon Reservoir”
Changing Patterns on Choke Canyon Reservoir Fisherman's Handbook In the early springtime, fish migrations and patterns change with the weather. One day it may be cold and cloudy, positioning fish out deeper. Then the [...]
Fisherman’s Handbook “Electronics are Revolutionizing the Sport of Bass Fishing”
Electronics are Revolutionizing the Sport of Bass Fishing Fisherman's Handbook Electronics are completely revolutionizing the way we fish. From advancements in sonar, to new trolling motors, there are many new ways for anglers to [...]
Fisherman’s Handbook “Generating a Gameplan for Fishing Adventures”
Generating a Gameplan for Fishing Adventures Fisherman's Handbook Do you have fishing goals in mind every time you launch the boat? For instance, would you rather catch a lot of fish, or just catch [...]
Fisherman’s Handbook “Locating Bites During The Spawn”
Locating Bites During The Spawn Fisherman's Handbook Springtime bass fishing is one of the most dynamic times of the year for an angler. One of the most difficult things to do is locate exactly [...]
Fisherman’s Handbook “Uncovering New Bass Fishing Techniques”
Uncovering New Bass Fishing Techniques Fisherman's Handbook New baits and techniques are introduced to the fishing industry on a regular basis. On this episode of the Fisherman’s Handbook, we take a look at some [...]
Fisherman’s Handbook “Catching Bass Off the Beaten Path”
Catching Bass Off the Beaten Path Fisherman's Handbook We're taking the Ranger Boats RT178 aluminum boat out on the water and off the beaten path to find more fish!
Fisherman’s Handbook “Covering Water”
Covering Water Fisherman's Handbook In this episode, we join Wade Middleton as he looks at how things change during a day on the water. He'll start off covering water on a cloudy morning and [...]
Fisherman’s Handbook “Simply Catching Bass”
Simply Catching Bass Fisherman's Handbook What are your goals when you first launch your boat? Catch a lot? Catch a lunker? Learn new techniques? We address all those topics in today's show. [...]
Fisherman’s Handbook “Fishing for Largemouth Bass in the Grass and Bushes”
Fishing for Largemouth Bass in the Grass and Bushes Fisherman's Handbook Wade Middleton and Clark Wendlandt head to a newly flooded Choke Canyon reservoir during the early spawn for what promises to be one [...]
Fisherman’s Handbook “Finding and Catching Bass When a Lake is Low”
Finding and Catching Bass When a Lake is Low Fisherman's Handbook Tips and topics on how to find fish when the water is low. Wade Middleton and Pro Anglers share their knowledge so that [...]
Fisherman’s Handbook “Secrets from Pro Anglers – Choosing a Bait to Catching More Bass”
Secrets from Pro Anglers - Choosing a Bait to Catching More Bass Fisherman's Handbook As we're out on the water with various Pro Anglers, we get them to share their secrets from choosing a [...]
Fisherman’s Handbook “Seasonal Patterns to Catch More Fish”
Seasonal Patterns to Catch More Fish Fisherman's Handbook Pro Anglers find and locate fish all year long! We're here to share their tips and tricks.
Fisherman’s Handbook “How Pros Use Electronics to Catch More Fish”
How Pros Use Electronics to Catch More Fish Fisherman's Handbook We're sharing insight into how Pro Anglers set up sonar and rig their gear to help them catch more fish. And we'll also show [...]
Fisherman’s Handbook “Finding and Catching Bass When a Lake is Flooded”
Finding and Catching Bass When a Lake is Flooded Fisherman's Handbook Tips and topics on how to find fish when a lake is flooded. Wade Middleton and Pro Anglers share their knowledge so you [...]
Fisherman’s Handbook “Getting the Most Out of Your Gear to Catch More Fish”
Getting the Most Out of Your Gear to Catch More Fish Fisherman's Handbook Rigging a new boat is always a fun new project! Check out the new Ranger Boats Z521 and see how we [...]