Berkley USA Fires Most Pro-staff!

Rumours are rubbling that Berkley USA has released a majority of its top pro-staff. I have emailed the correct people to find out if this is officially true.

Legendary Bass Pro Tommy Martin

Here is a great video celebrating the life of fishing pro Tommy Martin. Still active in big money tournaments, Tommy just celebrated his 72 birthday. The Texas Freshwater Fisheries inducted Tommy into their Hall of Fame earlier this year.

Just click on his name for the video on Tommy Martin.

Stop Bass Killing!

If you visit Northwestern Ontario, like many Americans and Canadians, this is something that will effect you!

Contact these two biologists to view your opinion and demand to save bass! Must be done before Nov. 30th!

Barry Corbett ... barry.corbett@ontario.ca
Darryl McLeod ... darryl.mcleod@ontario.ca

Gord Pyzer, noted outdoor writer and retired Minstry of Natural Resources Scientist has brought this to my attention.

Here is Gord's letter:

Hi folks ... I have a huge favour to ask of each one of you.

The Fisheries Management Plan for Zone 5 in Northwestern Ontario is currently under review and what is being proposed for bass is extremely troubling.

A small group of folks, who are opposed to bass, have persuaded the MNR to include the option of killing four (4) bass, <35 cm in size, every day of fishing during the critical winter and spring spawning periods. In other words, from November 30th to July 1st.

Facebook Winners!

The Winners of the Stringease gift pack are: Mark B. and Dave P. Thanks for the likes and the next free tackle pack will be coming very soon.

Cyber Monday Means Big Savings for Anglers

Forget about buying a new washer/dryer! Think fishing! Monday will be the day that most on-line  stores along with many companies will offer great deals on fishing gear. I have been flooded with emails alerting me to all the savings. Too many to list and I don't wish to leave someone out.
Take a few minutes and surf your favourite brand.

Don't forget to insert the bonus code further saving.

A Like on our Facebook = Free Lures!

Only a few hours left to get in a like on IBASSIN.COM's facebook page. Like us and you'll be entered in the lucky draw for a Stringease Lurbrella rig.  

Big Late Fall Smallmouth Erie Style

If you're American you might be waiting for that deer to come by the stand or thinking of what to buy after you stuff yourself with Thanksgiving Turkey. If you're Canadian, you're thinking of winterizing you boat if you haven't done it already. Well, I want you to think of something else. Giant Lake Erie smallmouth.  The weather has been mild and calm. This makes venturing out onto to eastern portion of Erie a dream. If you doubt me, have look at the evidence.

If this part of the world is foreign to you, don't worry. Call Simon Frost (or click on his name to jump to his site) and set up a guide trip. It is super easy and the rewards are well worth the drive.

Simon with a pair of 7 pound smallmouth. 

Facebook Tackle Giveaway!

This time last year the world was freaking out over the Alabama rig. Regardless of what you call it, A-rig, umbrella rig or Alabama rig, late fall is prime time for this technique. We want to help you. Find us on facebook and LIKE us and I'll pick 2 winners from the list of LIKES.

The winners will get 2 Stringease Lurbrella rigs and matching sinker systems each. (colours may vary)

Contest starts immediately and ends Sunday, November 25th, 2012.

Ontario OUT OF DOORS Magazine needs your help!

We would like to hear from you! We have posted a short survey on our website that we would appreciate fans of Ontario OUT OF DOORS Magazine filling out.

As a "thank you" for completing this survey we will be randomly selecting one lucky respondent to win their choice of a hunting or fishing gear package valued at approximately $500.00. The winner will be contacted by email before December 18th.