George Welcome

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It's hard to believe but the 2nd month of 2010 has come and gone already. One of the occurrences that comes with getting older is that time travels faster and faster. This month has been really good with the exception of the those days that were really cold or really windy. Just as things were progressing nicely with pre-spawn activity, along came another blast of icy air and gusts of heavy wind from our northern neighbors to cause a hold on the entire process. Presently the wind is howling and the temperature before wind chill stands at 39 degrees. That's not so bad if your standing in Minnesota, but it's frigid here in the what is supposed to be the sunny south. However even with the cold conditions and the wind we have still caught some decent fish. This gal came on an exceptionally cold day when the catching was tough. As the weather improved so did the catching. The bass were in a definite pattern of moving south for pre-spawn activity and numbers jumped from the 20's per trip to the 50+ per trip. With predictability we were finding numbers and size in the south end of Farm 13 with steady catching with the placement of bait next to wood. In the mix of a 53 fish day was some pretty decent sixe gals such as the one above and the one below. Most of the fish came on Swimming Senkos in dark colors. The 53 bass came between the hours of 7:30 and 12:30 and then the wind came up pushing us out of the wood. My last trip out there started at 7:00 and ended at 9:00 due to a big thunderstorm that rolled in. We don't stay out when lightening is in the area. We had already put 20 bass in the boat and were not happy campers to leave, but safety is first. Overall, the biggest producing bait was Senkos and Swimming Senkos. Crankbaits were out because of the heavy wood. We did try topwater with no results and spinner baits didn't produce either. March promises to be a very strong month if this lousy weather will get out of here. Although the fish have been pushed off the spawning areas by rapidly decreasing water temperatures they will move back in as quickly as temperatures rise. I have had several e-mail inquiries about the lake. Water levels are high and the fishing is great if you look in the right places. Not much different that other lakes I would say. See you out there. Say hi if you get a chance.

Another Princess for the other knee.

I did better: I only paid .25 for the 1/2 empty part of that bottle.

Haven't seen him in a long time: last post was made back in July.

Lots' of resorts in Cabo, but on the bass lakes other than Guerrero I don't think you will find pools and such. On Guerroro is Las Palmas Lodge. I have no idea how the fishing is, but they do have a pool. At Baccarac there is Lake Baccarac Lodge, and on Huites is Lake Huites Lodge. Both these are owned by Terry Hollan and are top notch, but the amenities there are built around the fisherman. Scenic, but no pools or such. Perhaps Raul can come up with something.

Its already been said: fluidity of casting motion will not only get you more distance with a baitcaster, but it will also save those plastics from coming apart.

If I was going to sink over 20,000 into a boat I would sure want warranty - power head replacement is very expensive!

Find another boat.

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Best all around is definitely Voyager! According to the Wal-Mart up the street, Johnson Controls is no longer offering warranty coverage on their battery.

Check with Nissan direct: They are quoting 6000 lbs. since 2006.

As it goes with the rest of the country, so it goes here in Florida. So far this month we have had cold temperatures, rain, and lots of wind. A couple of days ago we headed out to Farm 13 only to have the wind meet predictions and by 10:00 AM we were headed for the ramp. I got a tad wet that morning as the water went from calm to rough. I wasn't on my boat that morning, rather out with a friend on his Triton, and the low bow decided that the bottom side of the wave was a better place to be than on top. Needless to say, the wave came into the boat rather than stay under the boat. Although conditions weren't the best the lake still produced a lunker for us that day which made Don a happy fisherman. My previous 2 trips with returning clients returning clients Ed and Ken proved to be fun with big fish for the trip being caught and released for the next fisherman to catch. Although the wind blew from 15-35 each day we had a great time. Day one saw only 13 bass to the boat, but putting tactics into high gear on day two netted between 30 and 40 bass. My first trip of the month again was very successful with over 40 bass making it to the boat. Our biggest for the day was a solid 7.5 pound gal that found the Swimming Senko too enticing to resist. The fish were hiding deep in the slop of heavy hydrilla that has a cover of filamentous algae, but accurate casting to small openings did the trick. See you on the water.

Matt, we never go fishing for small bass. The objective is always the big fish. However, I have yet had anyone that came from hundreds, even thousands of miles that wanted to spend the day stalking one fish only in either salt or fresh water.

What's exclusive about it? You have your thoughts and I have mine. Both are only opinions.

The original post talked about 100 2-6 pound bass, not 12" bass. I doubt seriously if many have seen a 100 fish day of 2-6 pound bass. I do know that having many days like that I have seen an awful lot of happy fishermen walk away.

Just got off the lake; 1st fish was maybe 2 pounds - 2nd was 8.5 pounds. If your lucky enough to fish where there are big fish and you keep your lure wet than there is a good shot at a big fish. They are right there with the smaller ones.

Give it a break.

I've yet to meet anyone that truly was only interested in that big fish. I've met many that claim that exclusive interest up front, but none that within a short period of time aren't looking for any fish. It's nice to have the steak, but the side dishes are what makes the dinner complete.

The manufacturer's recommended maximum horsepower is part of the boat, not the engine. Decals for a motor are something entirely different.

If you asked the question than you already know the answer. A violation is a violation. HP ratings are Coast Guard suggested, not required. Insurance would be an issue if you had a mishap. If in an accident with a boat that is powered beyond the manufacturer's recommended horsepower, you will lose. For anyone suggesting that to beat the system just simply change the sticker - shame, shame. There is no option to get a different sticker. Manufacturers are not going to just give you a different sticker because you ask for it.

Lipping the fish does not break its jaw. Trying to hold the fish horizontal with one hand: maybe.

Without being too specific here you go: Start: Depart Land O Lakes, Pasco, Florida, United States on US-41 [sR-45] (North) 0.2 1: Turn LEFT (West) onto Hale Rd, then immediately turn LEFT (South) onto US-41 [sR-45] 2.5 2: Turn LEFT (East) onto SR-54 4.4 Map Image 3: Road name changes to SR-56 0.7 4: Take Ramp (RIGHT) onto I-75 towards I-75 / Tampa 14.1 Map Image 5: At exit 261, turn RIGHT onto Ramp towards I-4 / Orlando / Tampa 0.4 6: Take Ramp (LEFT) onto I-4 towards I-4 / Orlando 18.0 Map Image 7: At exit 27, turn RIGHT onto Ramp towards SR-570-Toll / Polk Pkwy / Lakeland / Winter Haven 0.5 8: *Toll road* Merge onto SR-570 Toll [Polk Pkwy] 9.4 Map Image 9: At exit 10, turn RIGHT onto Ramp towards US-98 / Lakeland / Bartow 0.5 10: Turn RIGHT (South) onto US-98 [sR-35] 8.0 Map Image 11: Keep RIGHT onto SR-60 78.7 Map Image 12: Turn LEFT (North) onto CR-512 [Armory Dr] 6.9 13: Turn RIGHT (East) onto CR-512 2.9 Map Image 14: Turn LEFT (North) onto N Oleander St 0.5 15: Turn LEFT (West) onto CR-507 [south Carolina Ave] < 0.1 Map Image 16: Turn RIGHT (North) onto CR-507 [138th Ave] 3.4 Map Image 17: Road name changes to Babcock St 0.1 End: Arrive TM Goodwin Rd, Fellsmere, FL 32948 Dirt road just before crossing C54 canal!

Just about every trip is preceded with the question: What's the best time of the year to come to the Marsh/Farm for a chance at a big one. My answer is always: That's a tough question to answer because I have a difficult time excluding any month. The pictures below demonstrate why February can be that month. As the fish move from their summer pattern into a pre-spawn condition the fishing results can be spectacular. Not only are the catches plentiful, but the big gals are out to play. The boats ready, I am ready! Are you ready? Summer grounds on this lake are the old irrigation ditches that criss-cross the Farm side of the lake. The spawning grounds are to be found on the southern end of Farm 13 in the heavy areas of wood. Navigation down there can be a bit trying so be careful. See you out there. Say hi if you get the chance.