Largemouth bass are widely pursued by anglers. Bass are aggressive predators and will often strike just about anything. There are numerous lures and techniques that will work for bass. A rubber worm is a great choice but requires more skill than a crankbait. A topwater plug will snag vegetation and objects easily, while a spoon can be worked in thick grass and hydrilla. There is a lure and technique that will let an angler of any skill level catch bass in just about any water environment available.

Rig the worm "Texas style" or use a weedless hook. Use a split-shot or worm lead weight depending on water depth. Cast worm and allow it to sink to the bottom. Retrieve the worm slowly while raising the rod tip. Pause for several seconds after raising the rod tip, then continue reeling. Repeat this all the way back to the boat.