As some of you already know, I had ankle reconstruction surgery 6 weeks back. During this time I have been non-weight bearing and have been using either crutches or a wheel chair, which in itself is a real pain in the backside. During this time, due to getting cabin fever, I made several attempts … [Read more...]
“Be The Bass” My Thoughts On Catch and Release
Let me take a moment of your time to explain the importance of catch and release, any resource can be severely damaged for years if we don’t practice catch and release with the large, genetically better bass. These “superior” bass are capable of producing more genetically better bass for years … [Read more...]
Happy 4th of July!
I recieved this in an email and thought I'd share it with all of you. I dont have any ideal who the author is so I cant give them the credit. Wishing you all a safe and happy 4th! Happy 4th of July! I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG, OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA , AND TO THE REPUBLIC, … [Read more...]
My views on fishing for bass on beds.
Spring has arrived and here in California the bass have already started their yearly ritual of moving up to the shallows and spawning. This time of year makes the bass very venerable to being caught because they are highly visible and will instinctively protect their beds/nests from predators. This … [Read more...]
Lake Isabella, Road Closures
As most of you know, Lake Isabella in California is my home lake, actually it’s my closest body of water, I've been fishing it since 1979 and I have quite a few friends that live over there so that’s why I refer to it as my home lake. Anyhow, today I got an email from a friend with pictures of … [Read more...]
I’m Back!
Hey all, it’s been awhile since I’ve updated things here and I apologize. For those of you that have contacted me, thank you for the concern. 2010 has been quite the experience for me. As most of you already know I have had knee issues for quite awhile. Back in my younger days I thought I was … [Read more...]
WON Bass Tournament Fisherman Banned For Life Part 2
OK all, I’ve done more research and have come up with the following update on Mike Hart, the professional bass fisherman who got caught cheating at Western Outdoor News, WON Bass 2010 US Open held yearly at Lake Mead. First off from the sounds of things WON will not be filling charges against … [Read more...]
WON Bass Tournament Fisherman Banned For Life
I’m not quite sure how to comment on this story but in my opinion it sure does make me wonder just long he has been adding lead to the bass in his weigh bags and how many bass have died over time due to lead poisoning. The reason I don't believe this was a one time event for him is due to the … [Read more...]
Knee Replacement Surgery
Hi all, I realize this post has nothing at all to do with fishing but I thought I’d share it with you, let me take you back a little. In my younger days I thought I was pretty much invincible. As a kid I used to play tackle football in the streets of my neighborhood and do some pretty crazy … [Read more...]
Fred Hall Show 2010
The 2010 Fred Hall Long Beach show is quickly approaching. Beginning Wednesday March 3rd through Sunday March 7th at the Long Beach Convention Center in down town Long Beach of course. In addition to the huge selection of boats, booth exhibits, salt and freshwater tackle and of course all of the … [Read more...]
