Bass Angler is a content driven fishing magazine with an emphases on responsible journalism. We publish over 30 (1000-2000 word) articles with in each issue. Our angler inspired articles are a blended mix of: seasonal patterns, destinations, seasonal tactics, educational tips, products, techniques and a little bit of lifestyle keeps anglers interested and promotes cover to cover reading. Below is a sample editorial calendar of expected but not guaranteed articles.
Spring 2012
Cover:
Techniques for springtime bass fishing including: Swimbaits, Finesse, Spinnerbaits, Carolina Rigging, Flipping, Dart Heading, Lizards
Informational articles geared towards springtime: Rising Water, Spawning Bass, Big River Tactics, Pre Spawn Bass, Trophy Bass, Bass and Sound, Transitions, Bass Science, GPS Systems, Topo Maps, Writing a Fishing Article, Travel Light, Co-Angler Strategies, The Top 20 Bass Web sites
Destinations: California, Texas, Louisiana, Florida, New Mexico, Oklahoma, New England, Best Springtime Lakes for Bass
Lifestyles: Angler up Close , College Fishing, A Woman’s Side, Winning a Springtime Tournament
Summer 2011
Cover: Aaron Martens
Techniques for summertime bass fishing including: Topwater, Shallow Cranking, Deep Cranking, Wakebaits, Live Bait, Soft Jerkbaits, Small Swimbaits
Informational articles geared towards summertime: Northern Smallmouth, Muscle Beds, Trophy Bass, Keeping Cool, Aquatic Vegetation, Oxygen levels, Bass Mortality, Fishing Vacation, Electronics, Navigating the Internet for Bass, Angler Marketing Techniques,
Summer Destinations: Illinois, New York, Canada, Pennsylvania, Indiana, Oregon, Wisconsin, Best Summertime Lakes for Bass
Lifestyles: Angler up Close John Crews and Taylor Smith, Kids Fishing, Winning Strategies, Travel with a Pro
Fall 2011
Cover:
Techniques for fall bass fishing including: Live Bait Fished Deep, Chatter Baits, Jerkbaits, Giant Topwater Baits, Swimbaits, Micro Baits, Trolling for Bass
Informational articles geared towards fall: Before the Freeze, Trophy Bass, Invasive Species, Bass Biology, Bait Fish Movement, Off Shore Structure, Creeks, Schooling Bass, Vintage Technique, Electronics, Google Earth, Match the Hatch
Fall Destinations: Arizona, Florida, Colorado, Missouri, Kansas, Utah, South Carolina, Ohio, Best Lakes for Fall Bass
Lifestyles: Angler up Close Ish Monroe, Johnny Walker Why One Angler Wins, Inside a Pro’s Boat
Winter 2011 / 2012
Cover: TBA
Techniques for wintertime bass including: Swimbaits, Live Bait for Trophy Bass, Deep Water Jigs
Informational articles gear towards winter: Ice Fishing, Trophy Bass, Staying Warm, Getting / Staying Organized, Other Bass, Deep Water Reaction, Slow and Steady, Boating Safety, The Best Bass Books, A Career in Bass
Winter Destinations: Minnesota, New York, Michigan, Minnesota, Texas, Mexico, Best Winter Lake for Bass
Lifestyles: Angler up Close TBD, A Little Time Off, Legendary Angler
