Thanks guys. I think that's the way I'm leaning right now. Now to find the right guide.
I just found the forum, thanks for the welcome. I've been fishing the waters of Alabama since I was kid (I'm now 37). I fish all of the Tennessee river lakes, the Coosa river lakes, Warrior river, etc. My home lake is the deep clear waters of Smith Lake. If I can ever be of any help to anyone on here, I'd be glad to offer it. Thanks again.