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Checking in from the Arkansas River

I’ve been practicing for the Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Central Open on the Arkansas River since Saturday and the bite has definitely been hit or miss.

Never give up!

It’s been a while since 2006 when I last won a B.A.S.S. professional event. I have to say it feels good to be back in the winner’s circle.

Goal: Get healthy and catch more bass

As a member of the outdoors media and a competitive bass angler, Shaye Baker is no stranger to the unhealthy pitfalls of life on the road. His own shortcomings have inspired him to take stock of what may be the greatest tool in his angling arsenal -- his health!

My Lake Erie plan

OK, we all know the drill. This one is about winning. That doesn’t mean I have any preconceived notions that I’m going to win or anything like that. It does mean, though, that I’ve had a lot of time to practice and put things in order up here.

Forward march

This last week I’ve been messing around with smallies. Some days were better than others. I hope what I learned will help me with the upcoming Bass Pro Shops Northern Open on Lake Erie.

B.A.S.S., ABA end licensing agreement for Weekend Series

A licensing agreement that grants American Bass Anglers Inc. (ABA) the use of B.A.S.S. marks with respect to the Weekend Series will not be renewed after 2013.

Classic quest: Never give up!

Several people have wondered what my plans are, how I intend to make the Bassmaster Classic. A couple have even suggested that I can’t make it.

2013 Elite Series Plano Championship Chase

AOY: Sprint to the finish line

What started out as an attainable goal for 100 anglers is now within the grasp of only a few.

It’s liberating, sort of

By the time you read this, I’ll be in Detroit getting ready for the last Elite Series tournament of the year. I feel pretty good to tell you the truth. This is kind of like a new day for me.