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4. Live Bait & Lures
What Gets the Fish Biting

Live Bait: Worms, minnows, crickets — fish love ‘em.
Artificial Lures:
Soft plastics (worms, grubs)
Spinnerbaits
Crankbaits (for when you’re feelin’ fancy)
Rule of thumb: If it wiggles, shines, or rattles, a fish is probably gonna wanna eat it.


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