to cast a bait caster you first have to dial the tension knob so the lure falls but doesn't loosen the line when it hits the ground.

Cast near shoreline where fish may rest and hide.

cast into vegetation because it provides more oxygen and cover for the fish.

Bass are ambush predators so that's why they sit in cover so any cover you find cast into it.

https://www.takemefishing.org/freshwater-fishing/types-of-freshwater-fishing/lake-fishing/#:~:text=If%20you%20plan%20to%20fish,good%20spots%20to%20focus%20on.

The 3 most effective lures are Senko wacky rig, the curly tail grub, and spinner bait.

Only use topwater frogs during hot temps.

Using square bill crank baits in shallow water is a sweet spot.

https://tailoredtackle.com/11-best-lures-for-bass-fishing-beginners/

best times to fish for bass is early morning and late afternoon.

in winter the late afternoon is considered one of the best fishing times of the year.

the fish migrate to different water depths based on the time and temperature of the day.

https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/when-to-fish/fishing-in-different-seasons/#:~:text=The%20best%20times%20to%20fish%20are%20always%20early%20in%20the,different%20seasons%20in%20the%20year.

Large mouth bass most likely will not eat a lure they have seen before.

Tournaments held every week of the year for all kinds of bass.

spotted bass are just like largemouth bass but just smaller.

https://fishingbooker.com/blog/types-of-bass-in-north-america/