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Bassing Bob  offers not only tried-and-true tips and information about  bass fishing at the Lake of the Ozarks , but we also offer great advertising opportunities for your business! With  Bassing Bob , you can promote your business to one of the largest demographics at the Lake of the Ozarks. If you’re interested in promoting your business with  Bassing Bob , check out our 2019 advertising options that are available right here.  Fishing News Magazine Fishing News is the most read outdoor magazine at the Lake of the Ozarks. There are over 10 thousand copies distributed around the Lake. If you’re looking for a great option to reach thousands of people, this is it! There are openings for our Spring/Summer edition for the 2019 calendar year. Still not sure about advertising in our Fishing News Magazine? Check it out for yourself! Our 2018 Fall/Winter edition is out on shelves! Hospitality Packages At the Lake of the Ozarks, there are over 500 tour...

If you’re looking for a weekend  fishing tournament at the Lake of the Ozarks , Bassing Bob has all the information you need. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced fisherman, anyone can  benefit from a Bassing Bob membership . Members of Bassing Bob get access to fishing reports, expert articles and videos, and interactive maps. Check out the upcoming tournaments over the next month below and don’t forget to become a member of Bassing Bob. February Bass Tournaments Saturday, February 16, 2019 Angler's Choice 7:00 AM- 3:00 PM | Lake of the Ozarks Location: PB#2 Sunday, February 17, 2019 Joe Bass Team Trail 7:00 AM- 3:00 PM | Lake of the Ozarks Location: Alhonna Resort Sunday, February 24, 2019 Bass World Sports Tournament Assoc. 8:00 AM- 3:00 PM | Lake of the Ozarks Location: PB#2 Sunday, February 24, 2019 Anglers in Action 8:00 AM- 3:00 PM | Lake of the Ozarks Location: PB#2 Pro Tip of the Week The bass spend...

Even though many anglers hang up their gear and winterize their boat at the close of fall, winter can be one of the best times to catch a true trophy. In winter, bass will slow down and move deeper along with eating much less. Because of this pattern, we must adapt our techniques. Before you begin fishing, you need to find the fish. Since bass do not move much in winter, they can be very predictable if you can find them. Vincent Rumsey shares his knowledge and tips with us this week for winter bass fishing ! Where The Fish Are Hiding When finding fish, preciseness is key because any cold-water fish does not have the energy to chase a fast-moving bait. The three types of locations that I find bass on in the winter are rocks, hard cover, and deep hollows. Rocks are one of the easiest places to find winter bass. If you are in a pond or lake with a mainly mud bottom, you can pinpoint the bass on one of the few deep rock piles in the lake. Even if you do not find fish on one rock pa...

There isn’t much we can do to prevent severe weather conditions, but with common sense and a little due diligence we can spare ourselves the consequences of venturing out when it is against our best interest. Fishing Expert James Dill shares with us some tips and suggestions to help any angler cope with weather extremes while out on the water . Check the Weather Often Dill said he checks the weather forecast every day before he goes out; and every hour when he is on the water. “Staying ahead of the weather, and planning your time and location on the water accordingly, is your best precaution,” Dill said. “When I’m on the water, I always look at the forecast on an hourly basis as well as checking the radar. That way if there is a threat of severe weather, I can take the necessary precautions to protect myself, including getting off the water before conditions change.” Still, even the most experienced anglers can be caught off guard by a wicked weather pattern, and it’s importa...

While inclement weather can hit the Lake of the Ozarks anytime of year, the high winds and plummeting temperatures common in fall and winter can create some of the most dangerous conditions for anglers to encounter on the water and increase the potential for serious injuries, and even death. Longtime angler James Dill is a highly-experienced Emergency Management Technician (EMT) in Sunrise Beach, MO. He is also a Lake of the Ozarks fishing guide and tournament angler; and the owner of Crock-o-Gator Bait Company. All this makes Dill well-suited to advise fellow anglers on the hazards of fishing in severe weather and the precautions you can take to stay safe on the lake. Here are a few safety tips he recommends for inclement weather on the water. Equip Your Boat for an Emergency First and foremost, Dill stressed that anglers should never leave the dock without being well-versed in the basics of prevention and emergency readiness. Having a fully-stocked and easily accessible on...