JoeLo_Bassfishing

Thank you for putting things into further perspective. Yeah I guess you are right, I will have to eliminate that vocabulary. I am just ambitious, and plan on getting to the millionaire status outside of fishing, I just thought it would be an interesting title. I know that most of my money is going to be put right back into the sport and I know for sure I have a long road of paying my dues. Anything is possible and the sport may change and earnings may increase, so you never know what is around the corner but don't get me wrong, I AM NOT PLANNING ON IT. Thanks for the advice.

Hey Y'all, I just wanted to ask if anyone knew any hotspots along the east coast especially along i-95 that are amazing for Largemouth Bass fishing from the bank? or any places with cheap boating rentals that are killer spots for either half or full days? Also, if you are a guide and have time this upcoming weekend, I am traveling from South Florida all the way to NY and I am willing to spend time fishing some hot spots. Thank you all so much and I am looking forward to hearing from you.

I completely agree. Today, you have to be creative in how you go about everything. I understand the price and work I have to put into the sport in order to get out what I want. There is a reason why millions love to fish and only 150+ boats get to fish the major tournaments. And being realistic is never being a jerk, its just reality. Sometimes you have to shoot straight in order to help a person out. Thanks. Becoming a guide is one of the steps and part of the process I am going to venture out with. I am not in a position at the moment to do that. I am going to read that article. Research is the only thing that provides clarity to any question or inquiry you have as a person. And I love that saying, I clearly haven't experienced it but I can d**n sure understand how true it could be.

Yeah I am definitely not a millionaire, sorry to mislead you Thank you for helping me realize further that becoming a millionaire through the sport is incredibly difficult. The last piece of advice is most crucial. I do believe that capturing great footage is the way to go in order to gain traction in this field. I am banking my personable skills and work ethic to get me to the level I want to achieve within this sport. I don't necessarily know for sure what is going to happen but I am open to see where it takes me/. Yeah but preparation is the key to further success. Having a defined route to get there will help keep you focused but I completely understand that I just have to get myself out there first and see where it goes. I am probably going to co-angle first and then see how I do because if like Catt said, if I can't catch them, it doesn't matter either way. My small, yet nice track record so far, has led me to believe I have a slight edge to take myself somewhere.

Just to clarify, I do fish for the love of the sport. It is firstly, my passion and love. I just know that in this world, you can't fish or live without money. I just want the best of both worlds. Thank you for your replies, Darren and A-Jay

Hello to All, I am new to this forum and I just wanted to start out by asking what it really takes to become a bass professional. It has been my dream to become one and I know for sure I won't rest until I get there. I would love to work in the industry but all I really want to do is fish every day I possibly can. I am going to NY for the summer and my plans are going to be dormant until I move back to Florida, specifically South Florida. I know in order to start, I have to co-angle the main tournaments and then work up the chain. I know the process is extensive and long, which I am looking forward to. What do you do at the age of 21 in order to be financially satisfied and also fish as much as possible? I know that fishing isn't necessarily going to make me extremely rich but I also have aspirations to have a wrapped boat and truck, specifically by Bass Pro Shops. If anyone can give me advice for securing a job or gaining sponsorship with them please let me know. I think promoting companies by either writing/freelancing about different baits and tackle is an avenue that might work. Does anyone have any experience with this and give me advice within this spectrum. Using YouTube, Medium, or other major sites I feel I can gain me the success I need. If anyone can give me the essential advice I need it would be greatly appreciated.