Remembering Aaron Martens - A Bass Fishing Legend

Aaron Martens passed away on November 4th, 2021 after a long battle with cancer. Bassmaster and the entire fishing industry will never forget Martens and his love for the sport. He was known as The Furious Hog Snatcher, The Natural, A-A Ron, Amart and most of all was known as a legend in the sport of fishing.
You will be missed Aaron, rest easy.
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[@JohnCrews]

The Natural was one of a kind. One of the best bass anglers to ever hold a rod. I loved Aaron as a person. Just a great dude and already miss him.

[@BassholeByNatureFishing]

The thing that really gets me about him was he was only 49,,, at 28 I often forget my mortality and losing Aaron really put things into perspective with me… I absolutely love the fact that fished up until he absolutely couldn’t fish anymore.,, his last cast will forever be set apart from any last cast,, when we think of legends in the sport we often think of the old greats that made the sport, Dance, Roland Martin, Rick Clunn, Grisby, Parker! But often we forget about the legends who are blazing the trail in their prime currently and at times forget to really appreciate them while they are here Bcuz we never expect to lose them at early ages. And I think losing Aaron shined a light on that,,, our community is tight knit and this is going to bring our community together even more and make us truly appreciate our mentors, and fishermen that inspired us to get into the sport even more then we already do.,,, I don’t know how other fans feel but I look at some pros like Aaron and Randy Blauket as well as a few others like BLat and Cliff Crochet as family some of yu I even view as fathers due to the absence of mine,, And I share their ups and downs both on and off the water,, and right now I truly can say I appreciate everything Aaron Did for the sport, and will never forget him and will honor his memory with every cast I make!!! He forever and always will be A BASSMASTER!!!! I know he was a man of god and his faith was prominent in everything he did, I just know he’s catching up a storm up there in Gods Country!!!

[@steveodonnell2921]

Good stuff brother

[@Farmersforever1993]

Gonna miss his laughter and humor. His drop shot teachings were the greatest. I learned to drop shot because of him.

[@davidrobertson969]

RIP Aaron, you put up one hell of a fight and did it with grace and dignity. Your teachings are legendary and your great laugh and sometimes quirky sayings will be missed by all. You left this earth a better place because of your kindness and concern for your fellow man. Condolences to your wife, children and family. The Hog Snatcher will never be forgotten.

[@willperryman4559]

My heart is broken,as I am certain everyone feels the same, God Bless Aaron Martens, God Bless his Family🙏😇🙏 Thank You for this video reminder of how great Aaron Martens was as a person and angler🙏😇🙏

[@fishfighter73156]

The fishing world has lost a great ambassador for the sport. He was one of the most innovative anglers ever. RIP buddy.

[@JamesSmith-je8sw]

Who else gets on a black bird bite and wins its ! That’s awesome 😎

[@jerrygirdner2753]

I'm a 48 year old Marine, I've watched Aaron since he started fishing on the national scene, I've learned a lot of stuff from watching him and reading his and other articles wrote about him. Just like to send my condolences to his friends and family. Semper Fi.

[@hillbillytarzan]

God bless his soul. He brought so much to bass fishing. The drop shot king imho.

[@WeeWoo93]

not an opinion. its fact.

[@FishOutLoud]

He taught me so much. He looked at Bass fishing through a different light. I was able to learn that from him and win 2 Bassmaster Boats doing it. Drop shoting

[@lannyseals2084]

I share the same opinion as well, you can't talk or think about dropshots without thinking of Aaron

[@lannyseals2084]

@James Wimer ain't that the truth brother, love watching him put in work when he found em

[@FishingThePNW]

Heroes get remembered, but legends never die. RIP Aaron Martens.

[@JarredMurphyOutdoors]

Prayers for his family and friends. One of the greatest fisherman to ever do it. He was a innovator and a mastermind with a stick in his hand. Rest easy HOG SNATCHER.

[@AM-we6en]

Man. Tough to watch this. It’s not fair. Good dudes should be around forever.

[@ArkansasRiverBoy]

I had forgotten about the black bird pattern. Dude was insane.

[@timmaynard1394]

I had forgotten about that too, that was epic! He was a BEAST!

[@matta4110]

I still use that today (and not even at that lake)

[@timmaynard1394]

Truly a LEGEND! And the nicest guy ever! The Big Hogsnatcher!

[@CmackOneOh]

RIP Aaron Martens. You were an absolute magician on the water. Such a great fisherman, competitor and all around great dude. My condolences to all his loved ones. I’m very sorry for your loss.

[@madd0g1539]

Well said

[@CmackOneOh]

@@madd0g1539 thank you man be well

[@nathanhershberger3723]

God almighty, Mr.Martens gone but definitely not forgotten! Condolences family and friends. 🙏

[@fishdaddyforreel]

Aarons magic will live on forever in the fishing community.

[@davidpowell5111]

God bless his family what a stand up dude...we were lucky to have him.. as the tears drip. God speed ole boy.

[@DROPTINE]

All I can say Aaron was one of the best STICKS ever a real HAMMER ! Sooooooooo smart, Soooooo nice. When he passed it tore me up. RIP

[@TeeWhyOG1]

My absolute favorite fisherman so happy I got to meet him. Prayers for Aaron and his family. What a great man!!

[@lannyseals2084]

God bless his family and friends and may he rest easy snatching hawgs with the big man upstairs! Our great sport of fishing will forever be in debt from all the joy and teaching's and hawg snatching he has blessed us with over the years... God bless and rest easy Aaron you will be missed!!!🎣🎣🎣🐐🐐🐐

[@TheBassHookup]

Growing up in California as a kid, I will never forget waking up early every Saturday morning, turning on Bassmaster and being inspired by AMart. He put the West coast on the map in the sport of bass fishing and more importantly was a genuinely great human being! We will miss you but never forget you

[@michaelwillis4532]

If you were going to pick a flower from the garden you’re always gonna pick the best one! What an incredible man he will always be to his many fans and especially his family.

[@Sea1st]

I absolutely loved watching him fish. He wore it all on his sleeve. I remember each and every one of those wins like it was yesterday. Just an awesome competitor and a great dude. We are gonna miss you Aaron.

[@tygarrett9326]

He's one of the best-known Finesse Fishman that I've ever known but he was for his family for friends and we're all going to miss him

[@skipdockside]

No.... R.I.P. to a legend of the sport. My condolences to his family and friends. I may not have known Aaron personally but he has taught me (and thousands of others) invaluable lessons. I owe a great deal of my success on the water to Aaron. Rest in peace, brother. The bass of heaven are in trouble, the Hogsnatcher is on the water.

[@formatr6]

LEGEND ON AND OFF THE WATER

[@bradjupiter3209]

Thank God for giving us Aaron as long as you did. Wish I could have met him but watching him and hearing other pros talk about him you can tell he was one of kind. I will be praying for his family. RIP.

[@dwaynemiller1066]

Totally speechless,RIP Aaron,may God bless your family,friends and fan’s,you will be missed

[@forrhs8430]

Heaven has been graced by another amazing Soul! RIP Aaron Martens

[@TheJacobb46]

One of the true legends to the sport and such an awesome guy he always made my day getting to watch him live being the hawg snatcher ! Aaron made me sharpen my skills as a finesse fishermen especially drop shot thanks for everything Aaron and god gained a special one with martens prayers for family and his friends and fellow anglers

[@chrislafleur2163]

Such a cool dude. The Furious Hog Snatcher will be missed. A-Mart, save a few for us.

[@DavidMccallister65]

Man this brings tears to my eyes🥺 I'll never forget you Aaron

[@waynelagarde7956]

RIP Aaron 🙏 your legacy will live on forever, my condolences to his friends and family.

[@martywatson9796]

One of a kind. I am reliving the same feeling because my dad died the same way 21 years ago. Life isn't fair. I can definitely sympathize.

[@kevingray7515]

Great person and an awesome fisherman. RIP A Mart you’ll be missed.

[@hptubez1027]

Gonna miss the laughs brought from this amazing character. One of a kind, genuine. Rest In Peace Aaron.

[@JasonSt0rm]

When I found out my heart sunk. Rest In Peace Aaron Martens. My heart goes out to his family. ❤️ You will be missed on the big screen!

[@kevinflabouyfishing5739]

Man this is tough news to take hes been a huge person who we watched and learned from in this sport! RIP Aaron

[@kennethvanderpool7933]

R.i.p.i learned a lot from watching you he'll be greatly missed by all who learned from him

[@fasteddiesbbq]

RIP Aaron Martens. True professional in the sport!

[@perrygordon6723]

I am humbled by watching this tribute... truly Aaron was blessed in life, as others have said before ,he was another great man - a true example of how we should live. My heart goes out to his family may God continue to bless them . Rest In Peace Aaron

[@LucidoMafia]

Oh wow I just found out. He was so highly respected over here in Japan. May God watch over and keep his friends and family.

[@howardsteussy7622]

So sorry to hear of his passing. Great fisherman and all around person, the sport has lost a great one.

[@marshall2294]

Such a bright personality!! Will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Martens family.

[@g_d_p9669]

I’ll watch this over and over till the day I die. Thanks Aaron!

[@kylemattix5561]

Man... I dont know what to say, so heart breaking. My prayers go out to all his loved ones. He was one of the best to ever do it. Amazing man

[@BMo_215]

Sincere condolences to his family Bass fishing lost a legend…met him on the water once, we sat and talked fishing for. Awhile. Such a nice guy Will be missed and respected forever

[@secure152]

RIP AARON! You will be missed. There's a huge hole in the fishing community and in our hearts! We will never forget you!

[@modestlj]

His work ethic when fishing was on a whole other level. He treated fishing like surgery yet still enjoyed it. He was by far a great that belongs in the hall of fame.

[@callaseter2174]

😢 Aaron, you will be severely missed. Thanks for your fishing prowess. Thanks for your examples thru good and tough times . Your humility, your undeterred determination is such an everlasting example for us all . GOD bless your family. 🙏✝️

[@tajivet]

I’ve always loved watching him fish. The laughing and other funny stuff. RIP

[@owenmanygoats8037]

It’s great to watch an amazing fisherman on tv. You are one of the greatest. You’ll be missed.

[@thedarkmittetoast7967]

So sad to hear that ... so sad ... got no words ... have to leave a tear down ... Hope you're reached the bass kingdom Mr Martens

[@richardlewis8787]

Condolences to the Martin family,we lost a great person and angler.

[@sungarden4789]

GOD Bless You, Aaron. Not only were you a champion fisherman, you're a super kind man and friend. We really miss you. See you in Heaven.

[@AP-1983]

I always enjoyed watching Aaron. So sad to hear this news. Prayers for the family and friends. Rest In Peace. ❤️

[@donaldpearson7993]

So sad to hear I feel like I lost a friend but never met him just watching him on TV

[@garylukas3476]

Was hoping this wasn't true !!! There goes the greatest natural on the tour and in life. My condolences to the family and all his fans. That includes me . This sport won't be the same.

[@DetroitFishigan]

Aaron is definitely in a better place fishing in hog heaven, where he is definitely the hog snatcher 🙂 🎣... RIP Mr Martens

[@440-fishermandrock8]

Anywhere is better than this miserable earth . He's lucky to not be In Any pain anymore

[@dgfishing980]

Guy was a gem in the sport of bass fishing! Very Versatel, and could adapt to conditions. I think it’s why he was so successful in his career. Was a pleasure fishing against you man!!! RIP!!! 🎣

[@marty4485]

🥺😢🙏👊🏼 Dear Lord please comfort his family and give them peace.

[@theoduff9517]

Aaron was teaching us so much his drive to teach everyone his passion on 🎣🎣🎣 is so 💪💪 when Aaron touch the water that power switch comes on look out 😄😉 the magic comes together 😉🙏🙏🙏🙏☝️ 4 Aaron and his family and friends and the BASS WORLD RIP Aaron Martin 😇

[@gabemclaughlin4171]

I hope he's up there putting on a finesse clinic on the river of life! God bless him and his family! He will always be remembered as a legend

[@FishOutLoud]

Aaron, to those that knew him and fish against him was cut from a different cloth. He looked at Bass fishing through a different lens. He will be missed dearly. Aaron is in Heaven. Prayers to his Mom Carol, Leslie and the kids!

[@slrkls]

Rest peacefully, Aaron. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and also with those who loved you. Legends are never forgotten.

[@bassassassinsaw8785]

Condolences to Martens family,,will be greatly missed,May he rest in peace 🙏🙏

[@midwestfishingandoutdoors3077]

Amazing tribute to a LEGEND!!!!!! Thank you Bassmasters for the wonderful memories. God bless is family and a wonderful soul. Aaron you will be miss greatly by your loved ones and all of us fans. Best regards, Midwest Fishing & Outdoors

[@bigtimfish01]

I'm sad now. He was awesome. I learned quite a bit from him through KZbin videos

[@TW14137]

We have lost one of the greatest. Aaron brought so much to the sport, was a favorite just to watch and to learn from. An awesome guy that will be greatly missed.

[@motorcycleislife8296]

After reading the title I thought he was retiring and was shocked, but then realized he had passed away. Man you just never know what tomorrow brings. I wish we could go back in time around 2000-2010 when bassmasters was in its prime. IT SUCKS GETTING OLDER

[@dannyhudson5405]

He was great fisherman he will be missed praying for his family

[@Showmethefish]

Can't say I didn't choke up...Bless you brother

[@douglasspickler4925]

My condolences to the family. Aaron is definitely a legend and will be greatly missed. Thanks Aaron for all the memories. Great video BASS!

[@dylanb.6111]

He truly adopted the drop-shot and popularized it. He was such an amazing angler in many ways, may this legend RIP

[@tav5690]

My wife and I met him at the Knoxville Bassmaster Classic. We have a picture with him, that his mother took. It was an honor to meet them... ...RIP...

[@joepodlas7687]

He was one of the best fisherman of all time my heart is breaking My heart goes out to his family rip Aaron

[@nawinchester]

So sad to lose a great human way too early. AM was a true professional and the type of personality that brought people to bass fishing. He will be missed by many, but none more than his family. Wishing the entire Martens family the very best as they deal with the loss of AM. RIP AM!

[@andrewshuford]

My wife and I met Aaron a few years ago at the Hartwell classic, he was so humble and kind, he will be missed tremendously. RIP buddy.

[@RonnieSprangerJr]

He loves the Lord. He is now in his heavenly body without any pain without any tears or sorrow. Praise Christ!

[@colev6889]

Condolences to his family. Rip legend 🙏🏼

[@mg690]

It is sad news for the passing of a great one. It makes one question there own mortality. Great ambassador of the sport and loved bass fishing. Heart goes out to his family.

[@alahawgdawg]

Thank You to BASS for sharing this he was amazing 👍

[@dr.smallieslayer4711]

OMG that is so sad ... God bless his family .. he was one of the GOAT in fishing and im sure many other things in his life .. I watched all his videos and most his tournaments .. this is truly a sad day for the bass fishing world ..

[@Patrick-ni7bs]

It's a sad day for the fishing community in general

[@Steve13lb12oz]

Truly a Legend. Never met him but always came off on TV as a true gentleman.

[@luckylucky9006]

Condolences to his family... Heal there pain Lord...

[@craigstockton3103]

Aaron was one of a kind. I have known him for 20 years and got to spend a lot of time in the early days at J & T Tackle in Simi Valley California. He had a great sense of humor and a kindness that was genuine. He was a fishing machine and could read water and understand what was needed to catch fish. A true master of Bass fishing. He will be greatly missed.

[@dannyyork3742]

There's been 1,000's bass pro's over last 40 years. But only 1 AARON!!! R.I.P. bro, love you, and miss you..... Forever bro!!!!!

[@DHW448]

I really enjoyed supporting him. He was so good offshore. You will be missed. Sympathy and prayers to your family.

[@trentcooper7859]

So sad to hear about this God bless his family RIP brother.

[@stevehougom7454]

I was so impressed with him. Not just a great fisherman but a great guy. Whenever he came to La Crosse he put on a clinic in areas that I never thought possible. RIP Aaron Martens.

[@curtischavez3]

RIP Aaron you will be missed and never forgotten! thanks for all the moments you blessed the sport with!

[@pdr6900]

So sad to hear this, I remember fishing around him in San Diego and going to his seminars.He was a great guy and an inspiration! Always helpful and good to talk to. Condolences to his family!

[@funkymojo111]

What a beautiful legacy he left behind. Look at all the people who had such cool things to say about him. Fishing aside, what others say about you, your personality and character, after you leave this world is what matters. Those of you who got to know and love him are so lucky. RIP A-Mart. 🙏

[@harrisondavis3719]

RIP Aaron Martens! God created you to be a pro fisherman that will remain in the fishing history books! God bless the whole family of Aaron!

[@mrstriper34]

Best bass guru to do it.. Aaron was so smart. Always enjoined watching him fish on tv

[@erichuber7827]

Such a loss to the bass fishing community. I met him once at the Classic in New Orleans boat yard. He was as nice as you could expect him to be. Condolences to his wife, family and friends.

[@BkallDay407]

Amart put finesse fishing on the map, RIP

[@johnnysaechao6218]

Thanks for all u have done and taught us about bass fishing! U will b miss RIP A. Martens

[@hooksetflex]

RIP AY-ARON & Thank you for the many lessons #SALUTE

[@Allergic2broke]

Rip man. Learned a lot from this dude. What a legend in the bass fishing community

[@auburnbassfishingteam1030]

Rest in Peace to a Legend!