Largemouth Bass

Filley, Nebraska, while a smaller town, offers access to some decent largemouth bass fishing in the surrounding area's small lakes and ponds. These smaller bodies of water can warm up quickly in the spring, making for an early start to the bass fishing season. Look for submerged structure, weed lines, and shallow, sun-warmed bays, especially during the spring spawn. Summer can be productive with topwater lures early and late in the day. A local tip: Many of the smaller ponds are best fished from the bank, so focus on presentations that can be made accurately from shore. Also, the bass in these waters tend to be opportunistic feeders, so don't be afraid to experiment with different lure types and retrieves. While you might not find trophy-sized bass consistently, the action can be steady, and it's a great place to hone your skills.