October Wading for Smallmouth Bass

Fall is arriving and sometimes it can be the best creek and river fishing of the year. Started with some topwater but after little response switched toa ‪@YUMBAITS‬ 4 in dinger and immediately started hooking fish.
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[@mattstephens8887]

The fact that you don’t share exact spots is actually a sign of respect for the world and I think you’ll find most fishermen will appreciate it. I posted a pic of a pike once on FB that was a giant - didn’t even say where it came from, but this was back in the day when location was on in the photos but hidden and not obvious when you posted. I went to the same spot like a week later and these three yahoos had 13 pike between 30 and 40 inches on a stringer - all legal and within their limit, but still… They were like “yeah saw your picture so we figured we’d try it out” yuk yuk yuk That was YEARS ago and that spot still hasn’t produced the caliber fish it used to since….

[@jaredyork5166]

Yes that is correct...a good fisherman never reveals his honey holes. I can't put in all the work to find a hole just to put someone else right on it. I don't even like telling my baits.

[@Steve-ev6vx]

The same goes for hunting, loose lips can ruin a good public land spot. And I quit taking friends and even family to my private leases and private places I have permission unless they are offering to return the favor. I put several of my uncle's on their first bucks, got them into hunting, and never got an invite to their places.

[@garythomas6589]

Exploring to find your own spots is half the fun. Let the lazy dudes complain..

[@TJ_Loves2fish]

Yup, it only takes a few people fishing a small spot hard to really change it.

[@jadestem]

@@garythomas6589 I ain't lazy, I'll go exploring all day. I just wanna know where I can explore without getting threatened with a gun, ya know?

[@johnnyweaver1300]

I don't blame you for not telling what body of water your fishing, it's no different than bass pros not wanting to show where they are at, you did the work to find it , let whoever do it for themselves, needed this video this morning with all the depressing things going on in world & here in my world, great video as always! 👍🎣

[@bearbenton5945]

I agree. If Billy shows up and dumps a load of trash there, it will just make the place less enjoyable and worse for our waterways.

[@michaelshuman3319]

Way to go John 👏 Fishin' spots like that are just like secret spots that mushroom hunters have ! And they go out of their way to keep them secret . So you do it toooo !!

[@JeffB1961]

we all have our "spots" ;) . LMAO @ "not my job" ! BTW , when i pass a little creek now i think "what would john do" ?

[@williambenner701]

It amazes me that people get up set that you won't share certain exact locations. I actually expected that you normally wouldn't.

[@ri-jm5tn]

I share fishing info with my best friend of 50+ years, and no one else. It’s the only way to keep crowds away from the best spots. Great video and beautiful creek!

[@streettrout855]

I love it! Just got back myself from doing some fall fishing. Always a great time. Keep the secret spots secret!

[@151rummer4]

I agree 1000%. Part of the fun of fishing is going out and exploring and finding these spots on your own. People are too used to just getting what they want by way of apps. Great video!

[@CreekFishingAdventures]

and to add to that, there are more ways than ever before to find fishing locations, asking for me to share mine is lazy

[@151rummer4]

@@CreekFishingAdventures absolutely.... keep up the good work. love the channel!

[@bret.hitman]

John, I dont blame you for not sharing your spots. You did the work to find them, other people should put in the time and find them on their own also. Another great video.

[@bearbenton5945]

Hey man don't worry about sharing the exact spots you're fishing. All fisherman should know not to take offense that someone won't share their spots.. I'm from east TN and recognize a ton of the places you fish but never comment the location because.. well.. I did all the work to find those spots on my own, and clearly you have too or you wouldn't be in some of those spots. People think knowledge of good fishing holes is just a casually traded thing. They are not! To fishermen, those places are our temples. Hard to enjoy a beautiful spot if there's 50 other people there and trash all around.

[@mikeboyce584]

Comments like that are just unnecessary. People just ought to respect the work that John puts in. I agree sharing Info about the spots he fishes is not his job. But sharing the word of God comes naturally to John. And that's why his content is so important. And quite frankly he takes us to places we probably couldn't get to ourselves. And I say to him, John, just keep up the fantastic what you're doing. You're never gonna lose this fan.

[@drew1144]

I agree, if I put the work in to find spots, fish them, and find which ones are good, why is it fair I just give it away to someone? They should work for it too, that’s part of the fun of fishing is finding new spots

[@bearbenton5945]

I don't think my comment is unnecessary. It's obviously on his mind so I shared my thoughts. I agree sharing the word of God is important and I'm glad he does!@@mikeboyce584

[@bearbenton5945]

Part of the sport of being a sportsman. Also, who knows who might show up there and leave trash and other things. My pristine spots are something I cherish, and to stay pristine, I know that as much as I'd love to share it with others, they might make it something I don't enjoy. God bless!@@drew1144

[@nealtolbert2057]

Good video John,.....I commend you for not telling every place that you fish. I've fished a lot of the places you do in TN and I understand that these creeks and small rivers won't stand a ton of traffic....that's why they're so enjoyable to fish.....it's the solitude you have there, keep up the good work man.......thanks for sharing.

[@bearbenton5945]

I recognize a ton of his spots too, and they would indeed not stand up to alot of traffic. Alot of our spots in this area get pretty barren after heavy fishing pressure in only a few years.

[@timlacy2284]

John, I understand that you can't tell everyone where you fish ,A Fisherman Doesn't Tell Where They Are Catching Fish. Thank You for sharing your Time and knowledge and wisdom and experience. I Greatly Appreciate All Your Hard Work and Videos. God Bless You. Tim L.

[@JulieDeOutdoors]

Love your videos. I really miss fishing. I used to go almost every weekend of good weather with my dad. I haven't been fishing since 2012. I really need to go get a license and get back fishing.

[@streettrout855]

Get in as much fishing as you can, I always say. Hopefully, you get back out there soon.

[@tommajor1013]

this fishing spot is just perfect, low banks, not too deep or fast river and lots of fish👍

[@CreekFishingAdventures]

its was awesome

[@pistolcreek]

I think part of the fun is getting out by yourself and finding great spots. I’m always hesitant to share spots unless I know someone…partly because people are so bad about leaving trash behind and I hate that. We’re blessed with so many beautiful bodies of water here in the SouthEast. Shouldn’t be too difficult for people to find fishing spots if they are willing to put the effort in. Great catches, John! Love this Fall fishing action.

[@CreekFishingAdventures]

thats right, thee are lots of places out there and i definitely sharewith my friends

[@mikeboyce584]

John thumbs up on all you do. Went fishing yesterday no fish. But to have recently torn out a dam, And made fishing in my favorite spots quite difficult. So I can watch you catch fish that's okay with me. Love Those smallies!

[@jamalregis190]

I go to different fishing spots and the trash I see from bait bags, waterbottles and night crawler containers is annoying so I don't blame u for not sharing ur spots, u don't have too, sick video and that largemouth is a tank for a creek

[@dennistidwell7188]

Getting permission to 🐟 an area of land is like going on a job interview. You don't take your friend or anyone else with you and try to get them a job as well..

[@catboyzee]

I appreciate you for not divulging your fishing spots. You put in the research & footwork to find those spots, its your prerogative to keep that information to yourself. As viewers we need to motivate ourselves to do likewise and find our own productive fishing spots. Its not just about acquiring the tackle & gear, we also have to put in the work needed to find where the fish are; that's also part of sport too. After all, catching fish is as much 'a hunt' as going after land animals like waterfowl and deer with hunting dogs, a rifle, or a bow/arrow. Love your videos BTW, keep 'em coming.

[@andymendez4305]

Thanks for all your work! I've learned a lot and been inspired!

[@andrewshuford]

I'm with you John, I spend alot of time and effort finding my fishing holes and I ain't telling nobody 😁

[@ashbrock5187]

Is there anything better than fall fishing for smallmouth? I don't think so. All of your videos are great, but personally, the wading videos are the best.

[@CreekFishingAdventures]

man it has become something i am looking forward to now, they get really aggressive

[@mikejacques8863]

Please John do not give up your spots! First of all it’s your livelihood- protect your ability to keep making the content we love and pays (some) of your bills- I’m sure it’s as lucrative as everyone assumes. Second- most of the spots you go to seem to have very little trash, apparently there’s a giant group of humans who think their rights include ruining nature for everyone else- I never will understand what goes through the mind of someone breaking bottles in water or dropping cases of empties all over the riverbanks never mind all the empty worm and lure packages. Thanks for all your hard work and dedication and keep the incredible content coming!

[@jeffnelson9420]

Yep...me and an old fishing buddy shared pics with background on a website. We learned the hard way. Thanks for sharing and have a Blessed Day!!!

[@JeffWaltz-ov1bc]

I am really getting excited for your winter fishing John! Last year, you had some nice success. Up by me in Wisconsin, it’s really hard to know where the bass, pike, and pan fish go in creeks starting about now. They literally seem to disappear. Can’t wait to see how you unlock your Tennessee puzzle this winter.

[@CreekFishingAdventures]

yeah i am excited too, i have learned a lot about winter fishing the last couple years

[@ronmixson7637]

Another great video. Loved it!!!

[@christiankell6074]

John, this was another amazing day of fishing. I like the fact that you were able to catch a few different species, and as always you seem to find that one really good one in my mind...Like the Largemouth you caught. God Bless and GO KATS!!!!!!!!!

[@jaredyork5166]

Cool spot. And my wife loves the Morning Dawn dinger. Ain't got the four inchers yet. Dingers get it done anywhere, huh..Go Dawgs.

[@haroldbaker5051]

What a good day of fishing.😊

[@raygissendanner1476]

Great video nice place

[@rayhollingsworth2588]

That was a super nice largemouth 👍

[@memofishingga4722]

ive recommend that color before and its probably my favorite man good stuff !

[@mikenichelson]

Nice fish bro!

[@DyrtWalker]

Wow great video.

[@ianlauhon8760]

The leaves the past 2 weeks in eastern Kentucky are thick on the water. Were getting some much needed rain today so that will help

[@EddieLindsay681]

Great video as always. I actually went fishing yesterday at one of my favorite smallmouth spots here in West Virginia and caught nothing but large mouth, big largemouth. It was really surprising because I had never caught a large mouth there ever before.

[@maryannegreenslade78]

You caught some great creek fish John, but that was the biggest rock bass I have ever seen🐟🎣🐟🎣

[@GeorgeT6566]

John I don't blame ya for not saying where your fishing. There has been a few times when you was fishing close to my area I knew where you was at. Most of the time I just say get out of my mud hole and leave it at that. So don't be bothered with all the ones that want to get mad when you want tell them where your fishing. Just keep on fishing brother.

[@russellwhite1315]

I…..LOVE…..creek fishing the best ever never know what you going to catch 🎣

[@robbiefishing]

Great video mate, well done from Australia. From 1 KZbinr to another, I 1000% know your reasons for not saying where you are. I cop it if I do, and cop it if I don't. I'm new to your channel. As a new Christian, I found it when I googled "Christian KZbin Fishing Channel". Haha I'm enjoying it, keep up the great work.

[@CreekFishingAdventures]

Hey thanks for the support

[@dmdale3598]

Actually, if we join any groups on FB, people are willing to say where they caught their fish. So it really doesn't matter. People always want to help. FB is the place for info on decent spots to pull bass, saltwater action too.

[@charlesbrowder8416]

Good video you caught some good fish

[@brianathern9154]

Beautiful creek in historic Virginia brother. And I agree...Nope you don't owe it to any of us to share your spots. I wouldn't until you safely made it up near Chicago. Of course not until we had a nice local dinner and celebrated my directions and invite didn't kill you. Blessings John

[@sethjohnsonoutdoors4055]

Great video Jon!!! I was just thinking about how Fall Creek Falls State Park is doing and remembered our epic trip that time!!! Those bass should be fired up in there right now!!! Would enjoy meeting with you and fellowship time there someday again soon 🙏 😊

[@darinhyden672]

You can tell me, I won't say anything. 😉🤫👀 Morning Dawn was bringing in some chunks. Thanks!

[@waterratlyle2590]

Man I need that creek near me lol. Great job as always sir.

[@CreekFishingAdventures]

wouldnt be bad to have in the backyard

[@scottzackery3209]

If you are headed to PA, warren Pa the tail waters under the kinzua dam, alleghany resivoir😳😳🤔. Will not be disappointed. Miss southern fishing.

[@rayhollingsworth2588]

I’ve had good luck on the 6” morning dawn in south Mississippi on lg mouth.👍I’ve fished them wacky and Texas with a split shot 18” up the line both ways worked great

[@KyleUselton-is6ue]

Thanks for NOT sharing which stream or river. Telling the area is close enough for me. That's one of the cool parts of fishing....going to new places and seeing what's around the next bend. Especially here in Virginia!!!!

[@KyleUselton-is6ue]

And for real let me take you fishing next time you get up here around Roanoke!! I got some honey holes I'd love to show off!

[@chrisscoggins7296]

Half the fun of it for me is exploring and finding good spots.

[@ericwakeman6665]

Yep I like to find my own spots and don’t want the good ones out there ruined by folks running to follow some guy on social media. Love yer stuff John nice work that was a hawg largie beautiful stream!

[@riverratfishing]

Place looks familiar , but not sure. I do know it sure is a nice looking creek. Don’t share, it’s more fun to explore on your own. Going somewhere myself tomorrow, never been there before. Great video John

[@bobbycombs5433]

I have shared fishing spots with friends before only to go back and find lots of people catching and keeping everything they hooked. This will ruin a very good wading creek in a very short time. Keep the good ones to yourself or share only with a very good friend that shares the same values that you have.

[@Economics-rn3ef]

I noticed that you didn't use the slot on the side of the Yum dinger to place your hook. Is there a reason for this? Thanks!!!

[@miluzka27]

It seems Virginia’s where the fish at..👏🏼👏🏼

[@randyblevins9489]

Lots of nice smallmouths, several rockies, and a whopper of a creek largemouth ! Too bad this vid will be overshadowed by the demeaning comments of a few. I choose to glean from your content the effort with which it was intended, that is what is enjoyable. Your choice of non-disclosure is embraced by most every sportsman I know, including myself. Your subscribers understand this. We will always stick with you . Always be careful. Pap Blevins

[@CreekFishingAdventures]

Thanks 👍

[@brianoakes3920]

Hmmm, i wonder where you are. I'm in gboro NC probably not far from me ! And I'll say that creek has some really nice healthy stocky Bass , very beautiful small mouth! Absolutely a fishermen's tale, no showing your fishing spots zip it up throw away the key ! I was only wondering don't take my questions wrongly 😊!

[@petekeener8943]

I won't ask where you fish but I should wish I had your accuracy casting!! Most of use aren't close enough to go where you go anyway but it makes us dream of finding a place such as that! Just remember, that 14 incher, next time you go there will prob be a 17 LOL.

[@kurtfredregill3324]

Great video and great scenery ass always

[@bluesdad54]

I fully respect your decision. Personnally, I like to know , in general, the body of water. Not the location just like , 'today I'm on the Holston river'. I enjoy looking at maps and seeing where the rivers go.

[@CreekFishingAdventures]

i usually make a decision based on the size of the body of water, ill be fishing the holston this week, and it is a big long river

[@zTheBigFishz]

So are the creeks off of Boone Lake worth checking out?

[@LanaLaughsRealLoud]

The creeks are where Jon works and it's how he makes a living and if he told everybody where he was working then he'd soon find himself unemployed, because people who knew where to go fish would soon flood that particular creek and destroy Jon's workplace, and his bank account. ❤

[@atravers349]

Two things I hate about fall fishing; constantly snagging leaves, and it is followed by about four to five months of no fishing!

[@SpotLightSports-Pod]

Almost caught what would've been my pb large mouth with some gulp 1 inch minnows on a jig head I saw it come up it was atleast 7 or 8 pounds and it came unhook you should use those for panfish around a area where you know some good bass are

[@frootloopfaygo]

I have been subscribed since 2.7k

[@CreekFishingAdventures]

thank you

[@Steve-ev6vx]

John, have you ever tried wacky rigging the Yum Dinger? I started using it for large mouth in Florida because of your recommendation, but didn't start really catching fish on them until I switched to a weightless wacky presentation.

[@CreekFishingAdventures]

interesting, i do sometimes but in certain situations, i always feel like miss more fish that way

[@BT1919]

I thought you just posted a Susquehanna River video? I can’t find it?

[@WILLIAMCASLER]

What kind of hook is that? I have been looking for a weighted hook like that forever.

[@CreekFishingAdventures]

owner offset blockhead, 1/16 oz

[@joekocher2604]

What rod and real setup are you using

[@ryangamer7307]

Very glad u dont share every spot and love ur vids have u checked out googan micro cranks i dont like googan i just found a micro crank of theres at ollies and it slays every fish in creeks

[@JaimePerez-os7bu]

Them redeyes make em look so mean

[@williamericjohnson]

If you’re finding largemouth bass in SE VA rivers, it’s most likely invasive Alabama largemouth. Report it to VDGIF

[@AnAngryAngler]

Best Thing I learned from JD was the Owner Blockheads in 1/16oz. Best hook for skinny Rivers & Streams.

[@shephusted2714]

you have been hitting a few places where there are just more solid fish - it is another level of creek fishing - basically the same thing just more and bigger fish - the fish are always in the fast water imo - that is where the food is/more o2 but it may vary on time of day also? you just have to fish everywhere and find out what the pattern of the day is for that particular place - try the snake lure for the giants - it really does work - could be a good lure to start making and selling - try em all. think about fall sw blitz and also fish migrating - i think fall is not as good as spring but everything is moving this time of year - do some tournament tuneups on big impoundments down south as things cool off - you should think about just going pro kayak bass fishing but only fish like 6-10 tourneys a year if that is possible - you don't want the pro grind, you want the best of all worlds

[@oldschoolhawking8191]

The fastest way to ruin a honey hole, is to broadcast exactly where it's at.🥴🍻

[@frootloopfaygo]

w video

[@trudyeagan8160]

❤

[@MichaelJohnson-pk3yd]

You should invite a fan to fish with you we are your supporters msybe put a clue in a video then ask the question at the end to see who watches you all the way threw and winners gets a creek trip with you

[@miluzka27]

I always wonder why he didn’t tell us where he was. But by hearing his response I don’t really care to know anymore. A bit rude but in his right. Oh well. 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@adamroach8103]

Creek Fishing little basketball merch ?!

[@deweycat01]

You tell one or two people about a good spot, next thing you know the fish are gone and your hip to hip with other jamokes.

[@patrickmahoney3479]

These small streams are very fragile fisheries. Large numbers of people descending on them could seriously damage them. Also, a percentage of the people who show up are slobs who leave their trash all over the place and do serious damage.

[@theone031]

The same reason hunters dont give away the prime hunting spots. I totally understand. You dont want to blow out those special spots. I've been to a fished out spot and it's no bueno!

[@phillipduncan21]

There's some more good spots not far from where u are Bubba u fishing a good spot

[@MARKLOCKWOOD2012]

gets cold still after trout

[@Steve16346]

You need some BFS gear It would fall right in your wheelhouse. You'll be able to leave those fairywands at home.

[@Steve-ev6vx]

He gets frustrated with backlashes. I can't say I blame him. I practice and practice, but when I walk up on a big fish and get excited I wiff it every time and cast a backlash.

[@thaitin_7134]

Start fishing zoom flukes and I promise you won’t regret it

[@michaelkolacz4449]

In my opinion you are doing what's right by not sharing the creek location. On the small bodies of water many of the local anglers will come after you when you share the location. Not so much on those larger bodies of water as they can take greater fishing pressure.

[@The-Host]

So, where are you? And i need your ssn and maybe a couple references who may not recognize your voice if you called.

[@ekell7472]

That large mouth would have met the filet knife 😅

[@stevenhall9349]

I don’t blame you there’s some of these shows I will subscribe to, and some of them I won’t

[@865CreekAngling]

People get butt hurt about someone not sharing some spots they fish i don’t know why lol but nice smallies brother!

[@charlietheaverageguyfishin9215]

I don't like telling people where I fish. I put in the work to find these places.

[@MattyBr2]

Do you ever fly fish?

[@streettrout855]

He does, but it's not really his most used style of fishing.

[@mikeboyce584]

​@@streettrout855I agree, but he tries his best at it. And he'll get better as he goes. No matter how he fishes I just love his content.

[@CreekFishingAdventures]

a few times a year

[@mkanyuh]

you don't need to share your location. people can do their own work to have an adventure and find fishing spots....I will gladly share mine....but nobody will come...almost all them require paddling upstream for 2-4 miles into the middle of nowhere....not many takers. I did the same thing as you yesterday...took me a couple hours to find out they wanted bottom crawling plastic...but it had to have red in it....nothing else generated a bite...but red plastic on the bottom...they were all over it.

[@tmonatr]

Some things are better left unsaid..... your intro would fall into that category.

[@johnwhite993]

I fully respect that you don’t share your locations. If you tell your location everybody and their dog will be there and ruin it. Keep it to yourself. Appreciate the Bible verses as much as watching you fish and learning new stuff.

[@CC_Marauder]

#742👍🏻🎣👀

[@kathygramlich]

I don’t blame you when I find a good fishing hole I don’t always share because most of the time people don’t respect nature and trash the places!!??

[@markgray8360]

The other fish were mad, they wanted the hook so they could get on KZbin, what fish wouldn't want to be seen on your channel?