N Florida Mike

@TnRiver46 Just to set the record straight, we stunk last year too. I really don't hate Tennessee or any other team. There are an equal amount of horrendous plays we made last year. I actually have watched The Vols fan base stick it out with the lackluster results lately. Trust me, I know the feeling. As far as Georgia goes, we had beat them several years in a row, so they were due to win one eventually...?

How bout this one?

I have secretly enjoyed that for years with the Gators vrs Tennessee, and Kentucky, in football. It's like there is no way they will come back and win, but in the last few seconds the Gators somehow pull it off , or the vols or wildcats find a way to lose.This year was another prime example.It's kind of strange, because I don't think I can name 5 people from either one of those states that I don't like. I think with Tennessee it really started for me when lane kiffin was there and acting like he usually does. I love the state and the people but really dont care for the vols.( although I love Rocky top ) The team I really grew up hating Was the Miami hurricanes, but that's a whole 'nuther story! But I know there's a lot of Gator haters out there too. I think every school has a number of spoiled and obnoxious fans . Especially Bama.

Lol !!!?

It went well ( literally ) and went well and went well..... The actual procedure couldn't have gone any better. They said no polyps and it's good for 10 years. I felt 10 pounds lighter until I ate all those french fries yesterday.? Thanks for askin' !

Tried scheduling my blood work. Automated ?. After trying several times, I finally did everything right. Went happily to the appt. , and found out that I needed to fast first ( I hadn't ) When I tried to ask an employee if it mattered, I got the feeling she had never spoken to a client before. So I had to reschedule. Took me 6 times trying again to finally reschedule. Now if I can just remember to fast before I go this time!!!? I can assure you that one automated scheduling system does NOT fit all !

I agree there are a lot of tools out there you need to fix a car. But to catch a bass my go to bait goes back and forth between a zoom super fluke and a 4 inch senko.( This is based on where I fish primarily ) ? In all seriousness, I have a " Circle of trust", which are more trusted baits (tools ) that I use that catch fish. But the 2 above consistently catch me the most fish ,with some quality fish in the mix. Last year I caught an 8.6 on a 4 inch senko. And a couple months ago my son caught an 8.2 on a zoom fluke. So it's not just about numbers!

They're good to eat but I prefer fried bream ( several varieties ) My favorite is Red breast. And right up there with the bream is fried catfish.☺ Not minimizing your catch though. I'd eat one in a heartbeat. Take some live minnows over there and you'll get some more!

I've never lost one to a bass. My middle son accounted for most of my lost gear in one way or another ! The closest I came to it was fishing Ocean Pond in N. Central Fl. I had pulled into a little cove and saw a bass nail something near a Cypress tree. I killed the motor and grabbed my rod excitedly but another combo's line got snagged on the handle and it fell overboard. It was April, the water was still cold, and I had forgot an anchor. I stuck a paddle down to see how deep it was, (6 feet )took the flannel shirt off out of my overalls, whispered a prayer, looked around for gators, and jumped in. Amazingly, after about 5 minutes I stepped on it and got it back !!!

Been pretty nice here lately...

Kind of a crappie subject, but Tomorrow's the big day Just started taking the PURGE.

I use June bug an hour or so before dark til last light. That is my time slot for it, and it almost never fails. I have had little results with black/blue anytime but in all fairness I have not used it much in years, since most of where I fish is clear to moderately stained water now. I don't fish much at night, but I'll give it a try when I do again.

I love Sante fe but Ive probably done better on Rowell . Caught my pb speck in Santa fe though. I enjoy fishing Sante fe better though. I wanted to live there at one point! I have fished most of the lakes in N florida at one time or the other.

Actually right down behind the Bush. I was to the right of the chairs when I made the cast lol.

Real Purdy fish !

I love that lake but I have never caught more than a few fish a day there. But it just draws you in. I do best in the southwest corner in those cypress that are out away from shore. The rest of the lake, Its just picking one off here and there.It has always been Kind of a mysterious lake to me. Have you ever fished Sampson and Rowell lakes ? Have done well there at times, esp. in Rowell.

Your day will come ! The water was still chilly, but the temps were in the 70s.

Hey , Been missing you on the forums .I had been wondering what was going on. We had my mom here with us the last 5 years of her life . Im thankful I could spend that extra time with her. My wife has been sick off and on for years, so I can relate. If You need anything , don't hesitate to ask. In the meantime, your in my prayers and thoughts.

This sunup was last Sat. At the beach at St Augustine Inlet. Fish were not biting much.

Got done eating supper and went out back to cast a little. On about the 5th cast or so I got this 6.3 , 23 inch tank on a spinnerbait. She was full of eggs. Shout out to @Fishing_FF for giving me that bait when he was up here in feb.

I've tried wacky off and on for years . I think I've caught 2 fish ever that way. On the other hand, I generally SLAY the fish on a weightless t-rigged senko. Maybe it's because I primarily fish weedy lakes. But even in clear areas I dont get wacky bites

Night is best. But I will fish early mornings too.The fish are usually more active after the cool of night than in the late afternoon after the heat of the day. Primarily, I start the day with a pad crasher. Two patterns I use though if I'm still out after 11 a.m : • I fish a big ribbon tail worm very slowly in deep holes. This is for quality fish. • I skip under boat docks, primarily with a 4 inch senko or a fluke.This is for numbers. I also find shade with some deep water nearby as a third pattern.