At Home With Hank Parker | Bass Fishing

[@davidhodges1483]

Hank Parker, you are not only one of the best fisherman that has ever been but you also carry tons of respect with you 24/7. Thank you for all that you have done for the sport. God bless.

[@mikeyr615]

Hank Parker is a great man. He always speaks the truth and from the heart.

[@jackherron7140]

Hank Parker is a hero of mine . I watch his show all the time .

[@shawnbeck2303]

Thanks Hank! Still fishing after 55 years. Watched your Videos. Laid back and loving Family and fishing. Great combo! My buddy just bought your $40 rod at Wal-Mart. Great baitcaster rod for the money. Shawn.

[@bassresource]

That is awesome!

[@garymathis3391]

I love watching Hank Parker! He is a very open and honest person. His ethics about fishing and family makes him a well rounded guy and someone to be admired. Thank you BassResource for the interview!

[@bassresource]

You're welcome Gary Mathis! Thanks for watching.

[@midwestfisherman]

Hank Parker is the best!

[@shawng3340]

I have always liked Hank Parker. I have even more respect for him after hearing him talk about being there for his family.

[@josev2994]

Cell phone is key especially during our kayak fishing tournaments. Hank Parker, you're the man!

[@CampKennedy1]

I forgot how much I loved me some Hank Parker ❤️

[@bassresource]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching.

[@johnnorris8792]

Thank you Hank that was great interview love listening to you Hank God bless you

[@howards3786]

Always liked and admired Hank. We could always depend on an honest answer and great information.

[@eddieblanco9807]

I could listen to the both of you all day! Great info on everyday fishing.. Thanks guys!

[@MrTiffanyUHS]

I too watched Hank's show when his kids were young so it is good to hear about them now. Thanks for sharing.

[@gfour20]

Great video. Thanks guys !

[@michaelshoffner6584]

great interview and i'm glad to see ya'll back on you tube

[@bassresource]

We're glad to be back!

[@adamfitzgerald2802]

His honesty is refreshing...and his advice about being realistic in your goals is great. If you can't commit to it, then don't do it. Same reasons why I have backed way off in my own life. Keep the videos coming

[@gabeharris422]

Great great video! Nice to take a step back and get to know Hank beyond the basic tips and tricks.

[@bassresource]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching.

[@ratrod47]

Enjoyed the sit down with Hank thank you.

[@bassresource]

Glad you liked it ratrod47!

[@davidkilgus4106]

I like Hank Parker!

[@thomasjarrett8961]

great conversation with hank, like to here his views.

[@B.Boyd62]

Really enjoy these Q & As with Hank!

[@bassresource]

Glad you liked it B.R.!

[@calvinh.gordeyjr.5433]

Oh he's the same man in person fully enjoyed meeting him when he visited Louisiana!

[@brucecorney6968]

Awesome vid Glen Your interviews with Hank are the best! His outlook on why he won’t fish a tourney anymore is compelling and honest.....

[@bassresource]

Thanks for the support, Bruce Corney, and thanks for watching!

[@bobbyrose4887]

I grown up watching Hank Parker taught me a lot about fishing it was nice to hear how the kids are doing and I would have to go back for the phone to thanks for the chance to win

[@tonydcuda5755]

Thank you always informative

[@williamitter7219]

It's nice to hear the personal side of such a great sportsman. A shame he stopped tournaments, but certainly understand "family first."

[@bassresource]

Yes, absolutely William Itter! Thanks for watching!

[@stephencolantonio3421]

Always liked Hank

[@XBlueRaid3rX]

True family man which is wonderful. I owned alot of Hank Parker rods.

[@thomasthomsen6903]

I would definitely go back home for my coffee mug, it keeps it hot for several hours. Hearing Hank talk about his family, my youngest daughter and I got back into fishing last year. With all the crap preoccupying kids today, I'm going to do all I can to keep her interested in fishing. She out fished me last year but my arsonal is growing.

[@jonstevens802]

Great interview Glenn. I think its great how Hank is always thinking about his family.

[@fitzmemike]

I use gitzit tubes to this day

[@kevincarter461]

loved Hank's reasoning for not fishing the classic again. Makes perfect sense and family first. He was one of my favorites growing up.

[@TheJluv70]

Good advice Mr Parker

[@bassresource]

Glad you liked it TheJluv70!

[@franklinhill3903]

Old school new school great video

[@pamhaskins2566]

I met Hank a few years ago he is a good Christian man and speaks on his faith we had a little in common his son was in the racing business at one time and I had a son-in-law who was also. I love to watch his fishing show. God Bless.

[@kurtschwenke9965]

Great job

[@wSn_S]

Great video guys. Love your Forum. I learn so much from you guys Keep it up!!!

[@bassresource]

Nice! We love to hear feedback like this. Thanks for being a loyal viewer!

[@wSn_S]

@@bassresource I actually just watched Hank at the Classic doing something with Berkley!

[@MrBrownbomb]

WOW Hank told a lot about his personal life.

[@bassresource]

You got that right! Thanks for watching, Horace Reid!

[@randyweathersby4533]

Great video. I like the info on the four inch worm.

[@michael476b]

I enjoyed that interview.

[@timward3685]

Glenn & Hank, Great video very open and transparent answers.

[@bassresource]

Glad you liked it Tim Ward!

[@lanceevans2981]

Pretty entertaining as well as informative. Great video.

[@bobquinn7529]

Finished in the money 76% of the time WOWSERS!

[@nickcavazos5718]

Hank is still a stud.

[@jackherron7140]

. . . Awesome video

[@bosshogg6653]

True legend of tha art!! It's hard to put it down at the top of your game !! Most people will overstay their welcome and have a long losing streak before they'll hang it up not so with Hank he shut it down on top!

[@bassresource]

You got that right! Thanks for watching, BOSS HOGG!

[@bamadondon0495]

The Alabama rig caught fire

[@WizzRacing]

I remember that Tube Worm in the late 80's....That thing was so versatile. You could flip those things in heavy cover with a 7/0 worm hook...I beat many a fish with that 7'6 flipping pole......

[@madmaxbass9788]

I agree with Hank on the Carolina do nothing rig being a great innovation!

[@chrissmith1828]

Good point about the importance of bring a cell phone!

[@michaelrodriguez7724]

When I moved to Florida in 1990 I was introduced to Mr. Parker via videos n his tv show I think it’s to funny he needs his phone to I would go back most certainly for my phone

[@hiltonsimpson9868]

It came down to loving to fish but loving his kids!! Needed to be home with his kids which is awesome and totally respectable! Wish I could have been retired at 36!!

[@bassresource]

Awesome. Thanks for the feedback Hilton Simpson!

[@shawnseabaugh]

Awesome 👍 Hank is the man!

[@jerryglenn9550]

My brother and I hand poured the "Do Nothing" worms. He would tie hooks. Our only problem was finding the line to use.They really caught fish. We used it on spinning reels and rods.

[@MrWhatthehelldoiknow]

Listening to Hank talk about fishing competitively again made me think of the Toby Keith song "I aint as good as I once was but I'm as good once as I ever was."

[@darylprindle4282]

Glad to hear about the 2 lures: Gitzit & the DoNothing worm. The DoNothing is new for me. TY

[@bassresource]

You got that right! Thanks for watching, Daryl Prindle!

[@verncampbell8805]

Hank you may not think you are as good as you use to be but I would disagree. I have and will continue to enjoy watching your shows. You are one of a very few that spends time telling us what lure/technique you are using and why and where to do so. So many of the others are no more than watching someone catch fish after fish for 30 minutes with very little if any real information. Keep it up!!!

[@Bell429Turbo]

yea I really enjoyed the tv show with the kids.

[@joshuatousey8103]

I'm always using my phone to log and capture as well. tons of apps to help with this too. i have audiobooks when out on the water or hitting the bank. keeps me calm and not rushed.

[@amsfanman]

Thank you for the memories Hank. I learned a lot form you, thanks to my dad always watching you on Saturdays,,, Then I started. God bless You and all of yours. And thank you Glen for posting this video.

[@bassresource]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching.

[@josephnova8034]

I didn't know the tube was a west coast invention. Very cool

[@hgarber1]

Enjoyed the interview and great hearing about the "do nothing" worm and the origin of bobby garland's flippin/pitchin tube.

[@bassresource]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching.

[@raycarter7676]

I am still fishing the gitzit for bass in Texas.

[@linwoodv8638]

I loved your show, and you are an example that we all need. You have a great perspective. I have always respected you.

[@bassresource]

Thanks for the support linwood v.

[@mikevance1965]

GREAT GREAT MAN YOU ARE me an my wife fish the tournament trail together an there is no place that I would rather be then on our boat together enjoying each other Glen you keep up your U Tube videos they some EXCELLENT info and keep the good look up an give all the GLORY

[@bassresource]

Nice! We love to hear feedback like this. Thanks for being a loyal viewer!

[@themarquistador66]

I would definitely have to go back for my lucky hat. Even when i'm not wearing my hat, i leave it in my tackle bag. I left in the truck one trip getting skunked then stopped to get it on the way down river and had a banner day. Nice statue.

[@donmccutcheon1702]

A great Christian and friend!

[@bassresource]

You got that right! Thanks for watching, Don McCutcheon!

[@rangerbull]

Never hear him mention fishing National Bass Association. Fished against him back in late 70’s

[@e_a_wisconsin]

Hanks ability to walk away from tournament fishing gives the insight as to why he was successful. Love his simple but effective approach to accomplish what he done.

[@pauldowden9642]

Good Video! Sometimes my mind writes checks my old body can't cash too. I can understand Hank's reluctance to fish competitively if he doesn't think he can give it 100%. But like him I still like to fish.

[@bassresource]

Thanks for watching Paul Dowden!

[@daltybell]

Thank you!! I’m glad that Hank is teaching people that “if 100% is achievable, then don’t settle for 99”.

[@TRIILOGYE53]

I want to start doing tournaments in my spare time. That would be a dream to be professional

[@martinallison8719]

Bobby Garland's Gitzit tubes caught many for me. He mentions the late Guido Hibdon; the Guido Bug was a big deal back in the day when pork rind trailers ruled.

[@josephdialjr7187]

I to am an avid fan of Hank and his show Outdoor Magazine. I used to live in Mooresville, N.C. and have met Hank, and his son Ben. I visited Hanks old Office and was photographed in his office with his 2 Classic trophies. Ben was there and took me out to the shop out back and gave me some crankbaits out of Hank's Ranger boat. I still have them. Then I met him (Hank) and his new wife in Lowe"s Home Improvement store where I worked. My fiancee also gave Hank some collectibles (small Harley Davidson motorcycles. I think Hank is one of the most real men I have ever met. Sincerely, smallmouth55

[@bassresource]

Awesome. Thanks for sharing joseph dial jr!

[@victorsimonsen921]

love the do nothing

[@Grogers70426]

Awesome content. If I had to turn around to go back home to get something it would be my phone too, especially since I bank fish in aeras where I'm by myself so like Hank said might need it for an emergency, especially since the snakes are definitely out down here...it's been in the 70s for the past few weeks, well actually they been out all winter long since we haven't had very many days where it was cold. I've seen several different episodes of On The Water where he had his grandkids fishing with him, you can tell he loves spending time with his family

[@funsp8]

Never heard of a do nothing rig Thx Hank

[@dalebeckham3454]

Interesting answer about fishing another tournament tournament. I don't do tournaments these days for pretty much the same reason.

[@bassresource]

Thanks for watching Dale Beckham!

[@frankpowell5185]

I like the laidback Hank Parker. Glad to see he and the family are doing well!!

[@fishslayer626]

Hank is the mathfkn Bosss

[@RichZFishes]

I liked hearing Hank explain that he no longer has the interest, drive and competitive nature to fish tourneys any more. Fishing for fishing's sake is too much fun to make it all about the competition.

[@bassresource]

You got that right! Thanks for watching, Rich Zaleski!

[@rolanddrudge7538]

At the age of 70 I can relate to Hanks assessment of lack of mental & physical sharpness but I’m not as smart as he. I’ve never been at the top & my youngest is 37, so I have the time and few obligations, giving me time to pursue the understanding of fish movement and staging areas. Competition heightens the awareness.

[@bassresource]

Thanks for watching roland drudge!

[@mikewelter180]

So glad that I subscribed! Always good questions and great answers with Hanks laid-back style. Keep it coming!

[@bassresource]

Hi Mike Welter. Thanks for the feedback and support. I look forward to hearing more from you.

[@rickywilliams1326]

I sure like that guy Hank Parker love to fish with him one day be a dream come true. God bless y'all.

[@scottlouis7785]

I probably wouldn`t go back for the phone except if my wife found I was without the phone /////it`s go back or don`t come home, I do love watching Hank & the kids fishing

[@xtraflo]

I'd like to see Hank Parker do a KZbin fishing channel like Roland Martin and Jimmy Houston.

[@CAMEO1955]

Thank you both , That was a GREAT video . Nice to see Hank so relax , you guys take care !

[@bassresource]

Thanks for watching MANUEL JIMENEZ!

[@blakemohr1673]

I grew up watching Hank. He taught me how to fish spinner baits and how to choose the right bait in certain situations. He's one of the GOATs for sure!

[@markgebo4367]

Great to hear it wasn’t about the Money. A lot of people forget that in this day and age.

[@beckyrose2232]

Awesome Video !! Love to hear him talking about fishing and his family

[@Unpluggedoutofmatrix]

One of my favorite fisherman used to watch his show on Country music television he was a legend

[@brettlanglois8769]

As usual, great information! Thanks Glen and Hank!

[@kaylynlee8177]

How did we ever manage without cell phones...great tips and laughs...

[@brianruhf486]

Always liked Hank's show. I would have to run back to the house for my cell phone also. The wife would be very unhappy if I was on the water without it.

[@bassresource]

Yes, absolutely Brian Ruhf! Thanks for watching!

[@michaelshilling4754]

Key, "I wanted to win!"

[@bassresource]

You got that right! Thanks for watching, Michael Shilling!

[@jackherron7140]

I sure like the honesty Hank says about his tournament fishing .

[@jerryfuqua3781]

Jimmy Hudson sent me over.

[@kmasmith0995]

really good stuff, keep it up Hank . Still watch you to this day , Thanks for all the memories , where is he at ....Gone fishing ...

[@tonymaxedon]

Hey Glen and Hank, Even Hank Needs his phone! Rage Tails for me! Burning intensity here for me at age 53 to still try to compete straight forwards truth out of Hank! Leave nothing on the table(sounds just like me)! Thanks Hank Parker and Glen May!

[@bassresource]

Thanks for the support, tonymaxedon, and thanks for watching!

[@ericanderson11]

You should do a video of the "do nothing" on BassResource website.

[@bassresource]

Great idea!

[@8120ike]

Great fisherman, If left his phone at home he would turn around and go back home to get it :)