Master Grass Fishing—Seasonal Tips for Big Bass with Lee Livesay

How do I find and fish the best grass spots for bass throughout the year? This seminar with Bassmaster Lee Livesay covers fishing in and around grass, with a focus on different types of vegetation like hydrilla, milfoil, eelgrass, reeds, cattails, and lily pads. Livesay explains how to approach fishing these grass beds across seasons, starting with pre-spawn in East Texas lakes like Sam Rayburn and Toledo Bend. He breaks down techniques like targeting “drains” (low spots or gaps in the grass) and using lures like crankbaits or rat-l-traps (lipless crankbaits).

Lee emphasizes looking for clean, healthy grass and how fish use these areas for shelter, especially in cold months. He shares how he uses tools like side-scan sonar to find the best spots and adjust gear like rods, reels, and line based on depth and cover. It’s a deep dive into seasonal strategies, gear setups, and tips to catch big bass hiding in and around grass beds.