I'll be visiting family in Tampa in late March and was wondering if anyone could recommend a guide service? Would my best bet in terms of location be somewhere on the Kissimmee Chain or is there something closer that I missed on the map? I prefer something as close to Tampa as possible because I will have the old lady with me and she isn't too thrilled about having to wake up before the sun rises while on vacation. She enjoys bass fishing, so I guess I can't complain too much. Thanks for your help!

Where exactly will you be staying?

Lake Tarpon

George Medders Guide Service

Captain George Medders

Tarpon Lake, Backcountry Flats

near Tampa and Clearwater / The Suncoast

Phone: 727-815-0102

georgemedders@webtv.net

Where exactly will you be staying?

I'm not sure exactly what city. It's the other side of the family and I've never been down there. I will let you know as soon as I find out. Also, a little off topic, but would you happen to know what MLB baseball teams do their spring training down there so I can catch a ball game as well?

Rays,Phillies,Rays........http://www.floridaspringtraining.com/

We will be staying in Plant City.

Also, depending on what location and guide service you recommend, could you also include what type of presentations, techniques, and colors I should use while I'm down there?

Anglers Big Bass Guide ServiceAddress:(800) 461-9206 as for techniques.......normally late march is post spawn but this year will be a mix, ratt-l-traps and flipping should keep it simple for a few good fish