Twenty five years ago a friend had me rub anise oil on my worm and I thought HMMMM there may be something to this.

Since then I've tried a few things but was really impressed by black power worms down in TX a few years back - the bass really bit and held on!

So I'm wondering if anyone has found any scents that work well in thw BWCA? Also what is YOUR EXPERIENCE - do you think scents make sense? ;-)

I do have a bunch of power/gulp for this year's early/mid Sep trip. I also have couple rub on type gel scents (Pro-Cure Big Bass and Crayfish, i think) for non-power baits. Anybody's thoughts/ comments welcome! Also any "glow or uv" experience appreciated!

Tight Lines and Screamin' Drags to Everyone!!!

(With any luck I'll Be Able to Post a pic of a Catch and Release Big One from my trip!)

Pitching the banks I don't think it makes any difference.
Vertically jigging or rigging like with live bait you might catch some but not near as effective as live bait.
Pulling behind spinners I think it is as good as live bait and probably better after you factor in less rebaiting time.

I have been interested to try Brad’s superbait cut plugs. Stinky trolling system, used a lot in the mountains and on the west coast for salmon, and I know guys who use them for salmon and trout on superior. Would like to see how Bwca lake trout respond.

Great idea! Ive used them in AK. The plug opens up an you can insert a small piece of oil rag soaked in herring oil inside. Im going to try it! Thanks for the great suggestion, Gopher.