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May 16, 2022
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Articles by Jonathan LePera

About Jonathan LePera
Jonathan LePera is an avid angler and outdoor writer from Ontario, Canada. He lives near lakes Erie and Ontario, home to world class bass, walleye, and trout fishing, which are separated by the Niagara Falls.
Bass Fishing

Louisiana bass pro downsizes baits, tackle as winter approaches

November 20, 2020 Jonathan LePera

Louisiana bass pro Greg Hackney shares tips on downsizing baits, tackle as winter approaches and fishing gets tougher. […]

Bass Fishing

Atchafalaya Basin bassin’ basics from Greg Hackney

September 18, 2020 Jonathan LePera

Louisiana bass pro Greg Hackney gives a year-round look at how to catch bass in the Atchafalaya Basin this fall. […]

Bass Fishing

Greg Hackney’s tips on catching bass in muddy water

May 26, 2020 Jonathan LePera

Don’t let muddy water keep your bass boat in the garage. Bass pro Greg Hackney shares his tips on catching bass in water that’s downright muddy. […]

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Speckled trout wouldn’t stop hitting this redfish bait!

May 13, 2022

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