Dive into the world of bass fishing with legendary angler Shaw Grigsby on this special Bass University Live episode! We're joined by one of the all-time greats in the sport of bass fishing to discuss everything from Florida fishing in the fall to his unique retirement career as a nuisance gator trapper.
- Okeechobee Bass Fishing: Get an in-depth look at Okeechobee fall fishing, including details on when bass start spawning as early as late October, and the best techniques for catching them during this period. Shaw discusses the importance of fishing near reed heads and base areas for spawning bass.
- Top Fall Bass Fishing Lures: Learn about the most effective lures for fall bass fishing in Florida, such as bladed jigs, soft plastic jerkbaits (like flukes), topwater baits, and plastic worms, especially when flipping weedy areas like hydrilla.
- Harris Chain and St. John's River Patterns: Explore bass fishing strategies for the Harris Chain and St. John's River in the fall. Understand how schooling activity and tidal influences affect bass movement and feeding, and how to locate productive shell bars using sonar.
- Lake Seminole Fall Bass Fishing: Get tips for navigating and fishing Lake Seminole, a classic reservoir known for its stumps and trees. Learn about fall bass patterns on shad and how to locate fish in areas like Spring Creek and the old Wingate area.
- Sight Fishing Techniques: Grigsby, a pioneer in sight fishing, explains the importance of vision, polarized sunglasses, and boat positioning for successful sight fishing.
- Forward Sonar and Fishing Technology: Shaw shares his fascination with modern tools like forward sonar (specifically Lowrance ActiveTarget 2 Scout Mode) and Humminbird 360, highlighting how they've revolutionized bass fishing by revealing fish behavior and structure underwater.
- Shaw Grigsby's Retirement Adventures: Hear about the legendary angler's retirement from professional bass fishing and his new, adventurous role as a nuisance gator trapper in Florida. He even recounts catching an 8-foot alligator on a Strike King Frog!
