Florida Bass Fishing Blog

Jerkbaits resemble the great variety of forage fish the largemouth bass feed on.

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 06:40:04 GMT

By varying the jerkbaits size, shape and color, you can mimic almost the entire, diet of the Florida largemouth bass i.e. wild golden shiners, needlefish or any of the many different species of shad.

The floating worm adds fun and excitement into catching bass.

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:02:18 GMT

The floating worm craze started with the original bubble gum floating worm and blossomed into a whole rainbow of colors to cover every fishing condition.

The Rat-L-Trap is a staple for any Florida anglers tackle box.

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 18:38:37 GMT

The Rat-L-Trap is the perfect bait for Florida bass fishing. Lipless crankbaits are the ideal lure for the shallow water structure offered by Florida lakes.

Ethanol problems continue to plague owners of outboard motors.

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 14:53:49 GMT

Ethanol problems include instability, phase separation and reduced performance. While manufacturers work to improve their motors, older outboards remain vulnerable.

Purchasing Fl fishing license is easy with phone and online services.

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 12:55:09 GMT

Buying a Fl fishing license used to be hunting a store that sold them only to find they were out. Not today with easy access phone and online services.

Use your Fish Finders to locate structure that holds fish.

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 12:39:43 GMT

Your fish finders are key to finding all the elements that hold fish. If you can learn to look for these first, instead of fish, your catch rate will increase.

Learn how to take snapshots to capture those once in a lifetime memories.

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 02:57:14 GMT

How to take snapshots can be as simple as avoiding a few mistakes. Be prepared, when the opportunity arises, to snap that memory of a lifetime.

Aluminum Boats are, Economically, the Best All Around Fishing Boats

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 02:50:30 GMT

Aluminum boats are the most affordable. Not only will you save at the dealer but you will continue to save on the water and behind your tow vehicle.

Proper Care of Bait Tanks for Lively Shiners

Sat, 16 May 2009 04:39:32 GMT

Tips for keeping bait tanks in good working order plus a back-up system for insurance. If your bait tank is not efficient or fails during your shiner fishing trip, it could ruin your day or even your

Use your fish finder to locate the structure that holds fish.

Sat, 16 May 2009 04:34:56 GMT

Fish finder or structure finder? The most effective and productive way to use a fish finder is to search out all the right elements that hold fish.

Choosing the Right Fishing Line to Increase Your Odds

Sat, 16 May 2009 03:50:14 GMT

It’s said that your fishing line is the weakest link between you and the fish. The fishing line you use for Florida bass fishing, whether for shiner fishing or artificial, could mean the difference in

Best Fishing Line Knots for Maximum Confidence.

Wed, 13 May 2009 03:32:05 GMT

Fishing line knots are the weakest link between you and the fish. Learn these simple knots and you’ll reduce your number of break offs.

Polarized sunglasses, essential for fishermen’s eye protection.

Thu, 05 Feb 2009 22:25:52 GMT

Polarized sunglasses are not enough for total eye protection. The best polarized sunglasses include special coatings to protect against harmful UV and UVB light.

The Best Bass Fishing Techniques for Finding Fish

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 02:36:59 GMT

This is the best Florida Bass Fishing Techniques I use for finding fish, eliminating nonproductive water and catching more fish…

The First Two Bass Fishing Techniques Patterned the Fish, Now Let’s Catch Them!

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 02:34:23 GMT

In the previous bass fishing techniques, we set out to find and catch fish, by pulling and drifting. Now it’s time to reap the rewards by setting up on our honey hole!

Setting the Hook

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 02:26:01 GMT

Setting the hook when fishing with shiners comes with differing opinions. Some work better than others while one thing remains constant…set hard except with circle hooks where you never set<

Maintaining Your Bait Tank Will Increase Your Catch Rate

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 01:43:53 GMT
Keeping your bait tank or livewell water clean and fresh can make the difference in your catch rate with fresh lively shiners. A poorly kept bait tank means lethargic shiners that bass won’t take much

A Guide to Florida Bass Fishing / Author Profile

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:56:09 GMT
Roger's experience comes from guiding on Florida's best lakes. After spending 10 years in the marine and tackle industry (Humminbird and Browning), Roger moved to Central Florida and took up guiding on the Lake Kissimmee Chain with his primary lake being Walk-in-Water. Now he spends a great deal of his time passing on what he learned, through experience and working with the best group of guides in the business, to anyone planning a Florida vacation in search of a trophy catch.Technorati Profile

Fishing Supplies Checklist

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 04:11:17 GMT
A checklist of fishing supplies you’ll want to fill before you head out on you’re next Florida Fishing Vacation. Make sure you don’t leave important tackle behind.