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Notes On Florida Bass Fishing
Notes on Florida Bass Fishing by John Carl If youve done any research at all on Florida bass fishing, then youve probably heard about a local favorite lure, referred to as 'wild shiners' or sometimes as 'Florida wild shiners.' The expert Florida anglers will tell you that because of the unique ecosystems of most of the top Florida lakes, that nearly 9 out of 10 big bass are caught off of these specific lures. Want to take a guess on which lures to use on your Florida bass vacation. If this is going to be your first trip to Florida for winter bass fishing, you should strongly consider booking a guide. An experienced guide will know how to fish their specific lakes, and will maximize your chances of success. This also allows you to learn the proper Florida bass techniques from a pro until you can get the hang of it for yourself. Or if youre grabbing several 10+ lb. bass every time you go out, maybe you keep the guide. Either way, it is often best to start with an experienced guide and

go from there. Shiner will be the most popular form of for bass in Florida because its so consistently effective. Other lures and techniques can be used to catch big bass, as well, but Florida pros will swear by the shiner, as the other baits and techniques tend to be sporadic in success by comparison. This also involves the use of large hooks, and heavier pound test line than you might use elsewhere because of the large amount of weeds in many Florida lakes. Florida bass can be challenging, especially to the newcomer not familiar with using shiners. With a little bit of experience and some practice, you can become an expert yourself at these shallow and unique waters, and landing trophy after trophy through days of good drifting and fishing. Florida bass is an endeavor really worth taking, especially in the winter months. Why put the rod in the closet for five months, when you can be nailing the trophies even into the wee days of December.