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Bass fishing in the winter is something that is generously strenuous, complicated, and difficult to carry out. Also, the environments at such times are often too difficult and inhospitable to operate it seamlessly. To do a great job and also stay away from the risks that come along, you need to receive appropriate guidance. Our goals in the proceeding conversations shall be to provide that very guidance. In the conversations, we shall ask and answer a couple of questions that surround the topic. At the tail end of it, we hope that you will gain the head start you need to now do a great job. Tips for Winter Bass fishing We start out with seven of the best tips for winter bass fishing. 1. Use a correct lure Even though you may use any lure to trap and catch the bass fish, we caution against picking any at random. Instead, we ask you to choose the one that is specially intended for the winter times. Also, be sensitive to the salinity of the water as some lures do not work well in too salty waters. 2. Hit the bottom of the water body The bass fish has been noted to have a soft spot for the bases of the water bodies. What does this portend? You have to hit the bottom of the water bodies. It is only in that way, that you will be more likely to catch as much fish as can practically be the case. 3. Prioritize the deeper portions of the water bodies Generally, the bass fish likes to stay in areas that are deeper. Such areas tend to contain more water than the shallower portions of the water bodies. It hence goes that by targeting them you are more likely to catch more fish than other areas. 4. Focus on the banks of the rivers If you are fishing the bass in the rivers, we advise you to stay within a reasonable distance from the banks thereof. Most of the time, the bass tends to stick near these areas. Also, targeting the river banks will spare you from the need to waste too much of your time and effort. 5. Move the bait slowly As you engage the bait, we ask you to move it slowly and steadily. You are more likely to catch more fish and do a better job by moving slowly than when attempting to do so at a faster pace. Also, moving slowly will minimize the likelihood of the lines breaking apart while in use. 6. Use the right size and type of bait As part and parcel of choosing your bait, you have to focus also on the size and the kinds of the baits you use. A good bait has to be sufficiently large to be able to fit the unique size of the bass fish you have in mind. The consideration also spares you from too many hassles. 7. Exercise some patience When all is said and done, you should really exercise some great patience as you move about the task of fishing. Rushing will only serve to imperil your own experience while at the same time also lead to the premature damages of the gears as a whole. How to Find Bass in winter? To find the bass in winter, you have to know where to target. The following are the most likely areas and candidates where the bass fish may be found. Ditches Skim for the ditches in the natural shallow lakes. These generally serve as the hideouts of the bass fish at such times. Attempt to dig a hole that measures around 6 feet deep in the locations that are just around the body of water. Skim the area for the fish and take appropriate actions. Secondary Points Some secondary points like the sloping locations of the water bodies may also serve as the abode of the bass. In these places, the bass burrows to depths of around 30 feet underneath the earth's surface. You may have to dredge the area to eliminate all mud if there be any hope of making a catch. Main Lake Points These perhaps are the major areas where you may be sure to find a suitable catch. Most bass fish like inhabiting the lakes as that is the location that is spacious and able to give them the room they need to move around smoothly and freely. At this place, you may need more sophisticated gadgets to help you. Bluffs A bluff is a steep cliff or bank of a water body. Most of the time, the bass does hide in these areas to shelter from the turbulent waters of the main body. Owing to the hidden nature of these areas, you may never really rely on your normal fishing gear to take them on. You need specialized pieces of equipment to do so. What is the best bait for bass in the winter? The jigs, it is! Unlike the live baits, the jig is able to serve you year-round. That is due to its inanimate nature and the fact that it may be specialized and equipped to deliver certain effects that are beyond the scope of the ordinary fishing gears. How deep do bass go in winter? As explained above, the bass prefers those areas that are as close to the bottoms of the water bodies as can be. This is usually within a range of 30 to 40 feet from the surface of the water body itself. Any deeper than this and the weeds may never really be in the position to thrive well for the bass to eat. Is bass fishing good in winter? WHY NOT? In fact, you are strongly advised to catch the fish at that time. During winters, the free movements of the bass are severely limited. Also, they love grouping together for the sake of the added safety. These two make them easier to catch at such times. CONCLUSION Our belaboring of the subject matter of the winter bass fishing comes to an end there. Having exhausted the matter, we now leave you to implement the provisions thereof pretty effectively. As a bonus, you should start small and proceed piecemeal until you get it right. Owing to the potentially risky and complicated nature of this activity, you can never afford to rush through. If in doubt, we ask you to seek the assistance and the intervention of a trained expert to help you out. So, when exactly are you planning to set out? Let us know…