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Memorial Day and why it matters

I’m writing this one on Friday because I’m going to take the weekend off and spend Memorial Day with my family reflecting on the good life we have and what it means to me, to my family and to all of us. While we’re doing that, we’re going to spend some time honoring those who are no longer here, and those who made it all possible.

Yard work is a good thing

Before I say anything about fishing, Becky and I want to extend our prayers and condolences to the people in Oklahoma who were hit by the tornado. We know first-hand what the power of Mother Nature can do.

2013 Elite Series Alabama River Charge presented by Star brite

2013 Elite Series West Point Lake Battle

Cover water with swimbaits and soft stickbaits

This is the time of year swimbaits work into my power fishing strategy.

West Point on the horizon

The Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Central Open on the Red River is over. I have to say that I feel a lot better about the rest of the season now that it’s behind me.

One down, three to go

One of the four tournaments in a row I talked about last week is over. I wish I could say that things went according to plan, but they didn't. I ended up finishing 36 and not fishing today.

2013 Elite Series Ramada Quest

Four in a row

By the time you read this, I’ll be on the water at Bull Shoals looking for a livewell full of big bass to start the rest of my season. I couldn’t be more excited or more positive.

It’s time to start over

I’ve had some time off, and I needed it. Things started out well at the Classic. I didn’t win but I had my chances. That’s about as much as anyone can expect. But then things turned down quickly.