I'm calling this the surplus mystery tacklebox challenge. Over the last few weeks, I've been sorting out odd lures and bits of tackle that I quit using for various reasons. Some of the lures -- ...

Jerk baits, Alabama rigs, crank baits or jig and pigs are good lure choices for black bass, said Reese Jones at Hook, Line and Sinker in Rogers. Work them along rock or gravel points and rocky banks.