While it is possible to get very technical with bait choices, one of the biggest attractions to freshwater fishing for many is the ability to keep it simple and still catch at least a few fish.

Selecting the right bait depends on several factors, including the type of fish you're after and where you're fishing. Here are some things to consider.

They are, after all, one of the most ubiquitous baits in fishing, appealing to species like trout ... Despite these saltwater crustaceans (obviously) not being a natural food source in freshwater ...

Smallmouth and largemouth prefer freshwater but can survive in brackish ... A lipless crankbait like a Rat-L-Trap is a great bait for a bass fishing beginner. It cast a long way and can cover ...

Both are among the most sought after freshwater game fish in the country. Both will readily take live bait and artificial lures, including many of the same baits and lures. And one or both can be ...

Particularly when fishing for pike, keep your bait high. At the very least, keep the minnow above the weeds to prevent it from getting fouled and to make it more visible. If you set the bait a few ...

ATHENS The Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame announces two inductees ... Some of the gear and baits in Thomasson-Wilson’s shop were in fact also designed by her. She created a brand-new ...