George Welcome

This is not a comment that you will hear from me usually, however, if you don't know your way around this lake it's not the best place to be without a guide. The lake is getting low! Use extreme caution on the Stick Marsh side. Getting to the lake it is prudent to go out west of the cypress just outside of the entrance cut and proceed to the east ditch in a big arc. Keep you motor trimmed up and use a dead idle as you will be hitting wood. Do not use the diagonal route as there are a lot of multi-limbed tree tops in that path and if you get on top of them you will be looking for a tow. Once in the east ditch you have a clear run to the SE corner of the Marsh but watch for possible floaters. Going around the grass to the divider ditch is touchy so I recommend getting off plane and idling into the deeper ditch. Westward is a clear run of deep water, but again watch for floaters. I don't recommend fish in the Stick Marsh side unless you have some idea of where you are in relation to the dense wax myrtle and big stumps. As the water drops this side will have more visible wood and actually become easier to navigate. Knowing this side has its definite advantage. My last three trips out have been quite successful on the Marsh side. On the Farm side be aware that with low water the ditch edges can be quite shallow. There is still plenty of water except at the center ditch intersection. The pump house area humps are both too shallow to go over so be careful in that area. If you are headed to the spillway area do not attempt to go straight in as you will be high and dry. Go into the channel behind the island and enter that way. Idle in on the north end of the island. The south end of the Farm is difficult right now but as with the Marsh as the wood becomes more visible it will get easier. The low conditions in theory should bode well for the regrowth of grasses as the water clears and sunlight hits the bottom. I have my fingers crossed for that one. On the Farm side concentrating on the ditches should stand you well for some pretty good catches. This is the time when a good sonar unit on the bow is going to earn its keep. If you go out use common sense and you will be okay. I would recommend that you don't go alone! I will be out there so give a wave or say hi if you see me.

They use the same ends - (Blue), and specs call for same transducer. You can confirm when ordering.

You didn't buy Senkos in 50 count bags on Ebay. They don't package any 50 count bags. Also, note the spelling: Senko, any other spelling is something other than a Senko. If they weren't as successful a bait as advertised, everyone and his brother wouldn't be trying to duplicate them!

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The question isn't could you beat someone, but rather could you beat that someone when you have to put up from a $1000.00 - $3500.00 in order to attempt the challenge.

Nice fish Paul!

There is nothing better than getting your youngster out except perhaps getting your grand-youngster out. Congrats on a great day.

"what are you also supposed to do if its in the catch and release season? we just opened up a huge season as catch and release in ny." It would not be a fish that could be certified as it would be an illegal catch.

Marinco!

You have got to be kidding.

"Overzealous" Must you use such big words?

Run don't walk away - no it's not easy and yes it is expensive.

Bass like to be entertained out there: singing and dancing are very much appreciated by them and will certainly turn the bite on. Even better is falling in the water with cell phone attached. After that it's a bass on every cast. ;D ;D ;D

Our bass prefer the two-step, being southern and all that. :

I make a living bass fishing. I learned a valuable lesson a lot of years ago. When you think you have the answers wait a few more years and you will realize you didn't. This fish will teach you that no answer is correct, as in factual. Bass know no rules, live by no rules, and most often get caught by a moment of good luck. Learn your body of water, go to what seems like a likely spot, throw what seems a likely bait, don't drop your rod in the water, and perhaps a bass may deign to bite your bait and come aboard for a visit. Then again, perhaps the only bite you get is by some type of bug.

Daily winds have made for an interesting but tough week of fishing. Winds have been blowing from the east at 15-25 MPH with occasional gusts to 35 which takes us out of the wood on the south end of the Farm. However we have been finding fish on the levee just off the east wall. Regulars Joe and Karen are here for the week and are seeing a repeat of weather that they saw in December. Being the veteran bass fishing enthusiasts that they are, they are not letting the weather get them down. For the conditions out there they are doing quite well. A bit of adjustment has put them in the position of catching as well as fishing. I was scheduled to meet them this morning again but when I went to start the truck I got nothing. The last turn of the ignition key was the ignition switch's last hurrah. Luckily I found someone to fix it for me right away so I'm back in business. Some of the areas that we fished: Pinball alley - water was so clouded that I couldn't see the power head of the trolling motor, however we did manage a couple of bass. East wall dredging ditch levee - water was a bit cleaner and produced a few more bass. NE corner of the Farm- water was cleaner yet and more bass in the area of the floaters. South end of the Marsh - again the water was so cloudy that I couldn't see the power head of the trolling motor. Baits that were producing: Yamamoto Senkos and Swimming Senkos produced the most bass for us. Spinner bait in chartreuse produced the balance of the days catch. We did try rattle traps but all we caught with them was wood. See you out there.

Daily winds have made for an interesting but tough week of fishing. Winds have been blowing from the east at 15-25 MPH with occasional gusts to 35 which takes us out of the wood on the south end of the Farm. However we have been finding fish on the levee just off the east wall. Regulars Joe and Karen are here for the week and are seeing a repeat of weather that they saw in December. Being the veteran bass fishing enthusiasts that they are, they are not letting the weather get them down. For the conditions out there they are doing quite well. A bit of adjustment has put them in the position of catching as well as fishing. I was scheduled to meet them this morning again but when I went to start the truck I got nothing. The last turn of the ignition key was the ignition switch's last hurrah. Luckily I found someone to fix it for me right away so I'm back in business. Some of the areas that we fished: Pinball alley - water was so clouded that I couldn't see the power head of the trolling motor, however we did manage a couple of bass. East wall dredging ditch levee - water was a bit cleaner and produced a few more bass. NE corner of the Farm- water was cleaner yet and more bass in the area of the floaters. South end of the Marsh - again the water was so cloudy that I couldn't see the power head of the trolling motor. Baits that were producing: Yamamoto Senkos and Swimming Senkos produced the most bass for us. Spinner bait in chartreuse produced the balance of the days catch. We did try rattle traps but all we caught with them was wood. See you out there.

Lake level is 11.29 feet and dropping. I am afraid that it is going to go low again this year.

There are literally 50000 and more motel rooms on the Kissimmee end of Toho.

Clear across the state. If you look at a map we are right next to Vero Beach.

Hey Jim, Good to hear from you. I missed you this year. Nice fish!

Weather has dealt a serious blow to fishing this winter but daylight is peeking through as we move into spring. Wind is still an issue but as it subsides the fishing will be strong. I am looking forward to some outstanding fishing over the next few months. Our spawn season will roll right on into May, however the locations and spawning populations will shrink as time progresses. We had a major push a few weeks ago, and if you were here for that you had some unbelievable bass times. It was almost impossible to throw a bait and not have something bit it within seconds of the bait entering the water. Both numbers and size were tremendous. We had several fish in the double digit area, and many that were 8 pounds or better. Since that period of spawn the wind has walloped us, giving us no more than a couple of days of calm. Right now, even a 10-15 mph wind is making it difficult for us as the water has a lot of suspended matter which has pushed the bass away from usual areas as they look for clearer water. With 11 square miles of water out there, this makes it tougher to find the fish. Today is another of those windy days or 25-30 w/gusts to 35. Shut off the fans! As the weather calms down the bass should again inhabit the outside wood of the southern areas of Farm 13. Top water should be a consideration right on through May and perhaps longer. The rattle trap bite should be strong as should the plastics. As we move further into May look for a fair amount of fish moving to the ditches and there adjacent levees. With three ditches running north to south, and one running from east to west there is plenty of places for them to hide, but some perseverance on your part should result in some pretty significant catches. Some of the baits that really work well along these ditches: C-rigged, T-rigged, and weightless plastics - our preference lies with the Senko as the most productive bait. Spinner baits in either white or chartreuse with a trailer in the 3/8 and 1/2 ounce. Our preference is with the Terminators, but any good spinner bait will obviously work. Rattle traps in 1/2 ounce that are chrome/blue with orange belly. Smaller crank baits as well as jigs are also good options to try. If you want a decent map of the location of these Farm 13 ditches you can find it on my pages. (link: Index to Important to Stick Marsh aerial Map.) I would expect most of the action to occur on Farm 13, (south end of the lake), throughout the summer months. However, remember that the Marsh side is wall-to-wall wood and always worth a look. Some of our best fishing occurs during the summer with plenty of big fish willing to play. I will be offering some super deals for the months of June through October, and you can find that offer on my pages. The ICAST show is in Orlando during July this year and we will be having several VIP's out prior to or after the show. Can't wait to show them this great fishery or reshow those that have been with me before. However if you book early you will be able to get dates of choice. Hoping to see some of you through the summer months. For those of you that are local, see you out there and say hi if you get the chance.

Weather has dealt a serious blow to fishing this winter but daylight is peeking through as we move into spring. Wind is still an issue but as it subsides the fishing will be strong. I am looking forward to some outstanding fishing over the next few months. Our spawn season will roll right on into May, however the locations and spawning populations will shrink as time progresses. We had a major push a few weeks ago, and if you were here for that you had some unbelievable bass times. It was almost impossible to throw a bait and not have something bit it within seconds of the bait entering the water. Both numbers and size were tremendous. We had several fish in the double digit area, and many that were 8 pounds or better. Since that period of spawn the wind has walloped us, giving us no more than a couple of days of calm. Right now, even a 10-15 mph wind is making it difficult for us as the water has a lot of suspended matter which has pushed the bass away from usual areas as they look for clearer water. With 11 square miles of water out there, this makes it tougher to find the fish. Today is another of those windy days or 25-30 w/gusts to 35. Shut off the fans! As the weather calms down the bass should again inhabit the outside wood of the southern areas of Farm 13. Top water should be a consideration right on through May and perhaps longer. The rattle trap bite should be strong as should the plastics. As we move further into May look for a fair amount of fish moving to the ditches and there adjacent levees. With three ditches running north to south, and one running from east to west there is plenty of places for them to hide, but some perseverance on your part should result in some pretty significant catches. Some of the baits that really work well along these ditches: C-rigged, T-rigged, and weightless plastics - our preference lies with the Senko as the most productive bait. Spinner baits in either white or chartreuse with a trailer in the 3/8 and 1/2 ounce. Our preference is with the Terminators, but any good spinner bait will obviously work. Rattle traps in 1/2 ounce that are chrome/blue with orange belly. Smaller crank baits as well as jigs are also good options to try. If you want a decent map of the location of these Farm 13 ditches you can find it on my pages. (link: Index to Important to Stick Marsh aerial Map.) I would expect most of the action to occur on Farm 13, (south end of the lake), throughout the summer months. However, remember that the Marsh side is wall-to-wall wood and always worth a look. Some of our best fishing occurs during the summer with plenty of big fish willing to play. I will be offering some super deals for the months of June through October, and you can find that offer on my pages. The ICAST show is in Orlando during July this year and we will be having several VIP's out prior to or after the show. Can't wait to show them this great fishery or reshow those that have been with me before. However if you book early you will be able to get dates of choice. Hoping to see some of you through the summer months. For those of you that are local, see you out there and say hi if you get the chance.

Just had mine out in January. It depends on type of cancer as to its curability. There are two that are very curable and two not so curable. There is much on the internet to help understand her problem, that fully covers the four types of cancer. Of great importance is dealing with a surgeon that does a lot of these procedures as the thyroid and the vocal cords are involved with each other as is the artery that supplies blood to the parathyroid. For many the operation is done on an outpatient basis, or very limited hospital stay. She will definitely feel better after the surgery when they get her thyroid meds figured out. Good luck and God bless.

I've seen several and they all failed.