River Kayak Fishing Adventure with Terry: Catching Trophy Smallmouth Bass

TLDRJoin us for an exciting day of kayak fishing on the river as we target trophy smallmouth bass. We use top water lures to entice the fish and experience thrilling strikes. The river is teeming with these hard-fighting fish, and we manage to catch several impressive specimens along the way. It's a day filled with adrenaline-pumping action and beautiful scenery.

Key insights

🎣We use top water lures to target trophy smallmouth bass.

🌊The river provides a stunning backdrop for our fishing adventure.

💥We experience thrilling strikes and fights with the hard-fighting smallmouth bass.

🏞️The river is teeming with life and offers a diverse ecosystem.

🔍We explore different areas of the river and adapt our techniques to find the fish.

Q&A

What lures do you use for smallmouth bass?

We primarily use top water lures such as spooks and whopper ploppers to target smallmouth bass.

What is the best time to fish for smallmouth bass?

Smallmouth bass are most active during early morning and late evening when the water temperature is cooler.

How do you locate smallmouth bass in the river?

We look for areas with structure such as rocks, logs, and weed beds, as smallmouth bass often hide and feed in these areas.

What is the average size of the smallmouth bass you caught?

We caught a range of sizes, but the average size was around 17-19 inches, with some larger specimens reaching 20 inches or more.

Is kayak fishing suitable for beginners?

Kayak fishing can be enjoyed by beginners, but it's important to have basic paddling and safety skills and to familiarize yourself with the equipment and fishing techniques before heading out on the water.

Timestamped Summary

00:11Join us for an exciting day of kayak fishing on the river.

01:28We use top water lures to target trophy smallmouth bass.

03:07We experience thrilling strikes and fights with the hard-fighting smallmouth bass.

06:21The river provides a stunning backdrop for our fishing adventure.

14:13We explore different areas of the river and adapt our techniques to find the fish.

18:47We caught a range of sizes of smallmouth bass, with some larger specimens reaching 20 inches or more.

22:16We discuss the lures and techniques we use to target smallmouth bass.

26:56We provide tips for beginners interested in kayak fishing.