National Fishing and Boating Week runs June 6-14! Join the rest of the country in celebrating the untamed lakes, rivers and streams across America with a day or two on the water. If you haven’t already done so, take time now to get your fishing license and boat registration so you’ll be ready to go as soon as possible. A [...]
For those of you whose families don’t necessarily share your obsession with fishing, consider a carefree weekend in the northeast corner of Alabama at Weiss Lake. Three rivers – Little, Chattooga and Coosa – meet to form this lake, and that means there are plenty of great nooks and inlets in which to spend your day. You may know Weiss Lake for its [...]
While you are trolling past the shady edges of Alabama Bass Trail lakes and rivers, be on the lookout for jewelweed (impatiens capensis), also known as touch-me-nots. The toothed leaves of jewelweed bead water droplets that appear to sparkle when reflecting sunlight, thus explaining its name. At the base of a jewelweed plant, the stem [...]
Are you up for an adventure? Are you ready to experience the outdoors but not wanting to travel too far from home? Let’s take a look out our back door and discover why so many people have been Googling Alabama - yes, Alabama - as a destination for their outdoor adventures. Alabama is home to diverse and beautiful ecosystems that create plenty of exploration possibilities from the [...]
This is the year to enjoy outdoor adventure, to take in the beauty of Alabama and truly explore what this southern state has to offer. It’s filled with natural wonders, multiple lakes and hidden waterfalls. But have you ever mapped out an Alabama vacation? Your first map to follow should be that of the Alabama [...]
Did you know the lakes on the Alabama River are the result of impoundments created by the Corps of Engineers? Now that you know that little piece of trivia about these popular bass fishing spots, let’s explore what makes the Alabama River so extraordinary. Location If you are near Montgomery, Alabama, you will most likely find [...]
Are you ready to hit the open water? May is here, the weather is warming up, and the Alabama Bass Trail is calling your name. Do you hear it? We do! Stretching from North Alabama all the way down to the southern tip of the state, the thirteen lakes along the trail offer something different [...]
With spring upon us and summer plans taking over, there is a lot going on. From summer camps and activities to work schedules and school schedules, you may find it hard to sneak away and enjoy a little fishing trip. But did you know fishing can help de-stress your life? A few hours of fishing [...]
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, everyone is busy calling for reservations and making dinner plans. How about ditching the hustle and bustle by switching it up this year and ordering take out? Enjoy sitting lakeside, sipping your drink of choice and watching the sunset. If you are near Birmingham, you are only a [...]
