Trophy largemouths often lurk in the shadows of docks and other man-made structures.
When the sun is beating on you like a hammer, some of the best bass fishing opportunities are hiding under docks, piers and boathouses. These man-made structures provide cover, shade and cooler water, plus they attract enough forage to support the bass chilling in the shadows when temperatures soar.
SIGNIFICANT FACTORS
Not all shady cover holds bass. Its makeup and location are key factors that render each more or less attractive. And while fishing a…READ MORE

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