Bass fishing is changing—and most anglers don’t realize why.

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Steve Sammons, one of the leading fisheries biologists in the country, to break down bass population dynamics and how modern bass management decisions are directly impacting the fishing we experience today.

We dive into how bass populations actually function inside lakes and rivers, including recruitment, mortality, fishing pressure, genetics, and habitat limitations—and why simply “adding more bass” isn’t always the solution. Dr. Sammons explains how management strategies shape bass size structure, catch rates, and long-term sustainability, and where anglers often misunderstand what’s really happening beneath the surface.

Most importantly, we challenge anglers to shift their perspective—from blaming management agencies or fishing pressure to understanding the biological tradeoffs that drive bass fisheries. Whether you fish tournaments or just want better day-to-day fishing, this episode will change how you think about bass fishing, conservation, and management.

If you’ve ever wondered why some lakes produce giants, why others feel “overfished,” or how angler behavior influences bass populations, this is a must-listen conversation.

🎣 This episode is for anglers who want to understand not just how to catch bass—but why bass fisheries behave the way they do.

In this episode, I sit down with a buddy to break down our recent kayak duck hunting adventures, the lessons learned hunting waterfowl from kayaks, and his new kayak setup for both fishing and duck hunting.

We talk real-world gear choices, kayak layouts, access to hard-to-reach water, and how kayak hunting opens up opportunities most hunters never see. We also dive into conservation efforts, public land access, and why protecting waterfowl habitat matters for hunters and anglers alike.

If you’re into duck hunting, kayak hunting, kayak fishing, waterfowl stories, or conservation, this episode is a must-listen.

Does stocking more bass actually lead to better fishing, or are we just throwing money in the water? I sat down with a fisheries biologist to uncover the surprising truth about bass stocking and why it might be hurting your local lake.

In this episode, we dive deep into the science of fisheries management. Many anglers believe that the solution to "slow fishing" is simply adding more fish, but the reality is much more complex. We discuss carrying capacity, genetic integrity, and the specific outcomes biologists look for when managing public and private water. Whether you’re a tournament angler or a pond owner, this conversation will change how you look at water management.

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