Fishing is a sport that both the inexperienced and the expert can enjoy, and bass fishing is one of the most exhilarating kinds. In fact, the largemouth bass is the number-one most sought-after gamefish species in the United States! This well-researched guide from Field & Stream levels the playing field for those on the lookout for both smallmouth and largemouth bass. Readers will get to know the best bait, lures, fishing spots, and methods to snag their prize, even if they don't have a boat. Beautiful photographs, diagrams, and illustrations accompany the motivating and easy-to-follow text.