Are the Dogwood or Magnolia trees in your state in bloom? That's a good sign that the bass are becoming active. Spring and topwater action for bass go hand in hand. Here's a how-to to get you started.

If you haven’t tried chasing smallmouth bass with a fly rod, you’re in for a treat ... imitating a wounded baitfish, frog, or even a clumsy bird. Divers, on the other hand, dip just below ...