Hint: Catching fish:
For a better chance of catching good fish, try casting in the reeds that are in the water, rocks near the shore, or by bridges.

Hint: Big bass:
If you are fishing the tournaments or time trial, pay attention to the pictures of the lake that are displayed. Try to find the same area on the lake. When found, throw a sinking bait around that area to get a look at what is under the water to find some huge bass.