Master of Bait Posted March 29, 2017 Report Share Posted March 29, 2017 Hey folks, I haven't posted in a loooong time. Just wanted to mention that I've moved to Florida for two years on a work contract. I've been down here about four months so far and, though I haven't fished a ton, I've gotten out often enough to enjoy some of the local species. Gotta say, the opportunities out here are unreal. I'm in the Tampa area, on the east side of the bay. My freshwater fishing so far has consisted of catching bass in small retention ponds (lots of 3-4 lb fish, largest is a 7.5 lber so far!). As for saltwater, I've mostly been out in a cheapie kayak I bought, fishing rivers/estuaries and adjacent flats for trout/snook/redfish. I've lost all the big fish so far, but caught lots of smaller ones (up to a 6 lb redfish). I've also beach fished for sharks a bit but I'm 0-for-15 or so, so far. I've got the gear and terminal tackle, just haven't had the luck to get one on the sand yet. Still getting used to circle hooks. Will keep trying! Anyway, here are a few pics - they're terrible selfies. I'll try to post an update every so often. Cheers, MoB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKRISONER Posted March 29, 2017 Report Share Posted March 29, 2017 some big ol bass, well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted March 29, 2017 Report Share Posted March 29, 2017 (edited) No ice fishing report then I guess Nice collection of fish there. Edited March 29, 2017 by Misfish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhioFisherman Posted March 29, 2017 Report Share Posted March 29, 2017 Nice bass! I was in Largo FLA in 2009, lots of nice looking bass ponds! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rizzo Posted March 30, 2017 Report Share Posted March 30, 2017 living the life! I used to fish a lot of Florida golf courses....some big bass in there never seen a texas rigged worm before! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toronto_Angler Posted March 30, 2017 Report Share Posted March 30, 2017 You're living my dream lol. Been trying to find work and move to Clearwater area for years. Visit for a couple of weeks each year and just love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grimsbylander Posted March 30, 2017 Report Share Posted March 30, 2017 Well I'm jealous! Good on you and thanks for the pics. Very impressive! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishindevil Posted March 30, 2017 Report Share Posted March 30, 2017 awesome catches man well done........im jelous Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fishwilly Posted March 30, 2017 Report Share Posted March 30, 2017 Livin' the dream....sweet!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueEye Posted March 30, 2017 Report Share Posted March 30, 2017 That is really cool - I would love to be snow bird for 3 months out of the year when I retire someday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Headhunter Posted March 30, 2017 Report Share Posted March 30, 2017 From the looks of those pics, I'd say you are doing alright! Thanks for sharing and yes, we would like more! HH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted March 30, 2017 Report Share Posted March 30, 2017 (edited) Those are some nice looking fish for sure. Congrats on the contract and prime fishing. PS: Lot's of golf courses that hold PGA events stock ponds with Bass for the players to fish in evenings. Even Angus Glenn here in On stocks ponds. Edited March 30, 2017 by GBW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Cliff Posted March 30, 2017 Report Share Posted March 30, 2017 Good for you for enjoying the adventure! I have always enjoyed pier fishing in FL. First day everyone kind of stands back and watches you. Second day a few people start to talk to you, third day you are part of the family LOL. Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master of Bait Posted March 31, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2017 Thanks for the feedback and kind words, folks. Florida has its pros and cons, but there's no doubt that it's a fisherman's paradise. Good point about the piers, Big Cliff. In fact, it's amazing how fishing automatically just kind of connects people. I have a different background and "political inclination" than many of the fellow anglers I meet down here, but none of that matters when we're just kicking around and catching some fish. Fisherfolk down here have been very friendly and helpful with info, etc. I'll do my best to post more pics when I can. I imagine you're all getting pretty excited to get out for some spring fishing. Tight lines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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