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FLORIDA BASS ADVENTURES
TROPHY BASS FISHING IN ORLANDO FLORIDA WITH
PROFESSIONAL ANGLER AND USCG CAPTAIN STEVE BOYD

Orlando Central Florida Trophy Bass Fishing Guides for West Lake Toho and the Kissimmee
Chain of Lakes. Contact Florida Bass Adventures Orlando Bass Fishing Guide Steve Boyd
to reserve your Central Florida Bass Fishing trip at 352-603-5467. For Email requests
click here to visit the Reservations page.

                       THE GEOMETRY OF BASS FISHING

  The title for this bass fishing tip might lead you to believe I have found the miracle
equation that has solved the problem of how not to get skunked out on the water. I
wish it was that easy but no matter how hard we try Mother Nature will always be in
control and we are playing by her rules. But there are ways to make your life a bit
easier while bass fishing and hopefully this tip will help you catch more fish.

  Geometry is defined as the science of the properties and relations of magnitudes
in space, as lines or surfaces. How does this relate to bass fishing you are probably
wondering???? The one thing that helped me to catch more fish was to understand
the angles needed to entice a bass to strike my lure. A bass relies on it's vision
primarily for feeding so how a lure is presented could be considered the most
important factor on whether or not you will entice a strike. Invisioning this angle before
you cast is also part of the Geometry factor.

Everything I am saying has to do with actually understanding what your lure is doing
rather than simply casting and blindly winding the lure back to the boat. Remember,
when your lure hits the water you are entering their world and the only contact you have
with their world is your lure so every effort should be made to picture what that lure is
doing and what is needed to get a bass to strike it.

  There is one huge difference in math and Bass fishing that is very important to note. When
you solve a math equation you get an answer. It might be right or it could be wrong, there is
someone there to tell you which is the case. In bass fishing when we try to solve the equation
the only way we get an answer is when a bass hits our lure. So while you are out fishing and
you aren't getting any bites you have to assume that your answer is wrong and will need to
figure out what part of your equation is wrong. It isn't always about switching lures, much
like math it's generally something small such as slowing down your retrieve, working your
lure at a different angle in relation to the cover, changing depths or colors.

  The point of this tip is not to have you go back and learn Geometry but instead to help you
understand that there is an intellectual side of bass fishing that each of us can use if we
choose to. If you had your slide ruler and 1000 function calculator out for this bass fishing tip
I'm sorry you didn't get to use them. Now go trade that slide ruler for a fishing rod and go catch
some fish!

                                                                                                          See ya on the water,
                                                                                                                  Steve

STEVE IRWIN "THE CROCODILE HUNTER"

We recently lost "The Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin in a tragic accident while filming off the
coast of Australia. I don't know if I can express how much of a fan I was of not just his show
but what he stood for. When deciding to become a bass fishing guide in Orlando Steve Irwin
was a huge influence in pursuing my passion. I can relate to his experiences with wild animals
as I have fed wild otters, skunks and raccoons, played with wild deer and as a kid growing up
in Orlando, Florida used to play with all kinds of snakes, turtles, possums and anything else I
would find while venturing in the forrests. When being a part of nature is in you it is the place
where you feel at home and I probably spent more time in the woods than inside my house.

The turning point for me was an interview where Steve was explaining why he gets so close to
the wildlife he is filming and how he wanted to share the beauty of the outdoors with others.
The goal was to get his viewers to learn to love wildlife and and of course would then protect
what they love. That statement was all I needed to hear. Florida Bass Adventures Orlando Bass
Guide Service was created not long after that and I hope that my enthusiasm and passion for
the outdoors does justice to what Steve Irwin stood for.

We all have a responsibility and a purpose in life. Steve Irwin understood this better than
anyone. The risks he took were not for himself or the adrenaline rush he got but for us sitting
at home watching on t.v. He wanted for us to feel as if we were there with him and there is no
doubt he was a huge success in achieving just that.

Steve Irwin will be missed by his family and everyone that he has ever touched but he made it
clear that he understood every risk he ever took and if something ever went wrong that he be
remembered for what he stood for. I hope his memory and his passion for the outdoors will
continue to live through all of us that share the same passions.

TAKING YOUR KIDS FISHING

Taking your kids bass fishing isn't what it used to be when I was growing up. The challenges
facing parents today are numerous. Video games, MTV, Soccer, Baseball and even peer
pressure can make it difficult to keep a childs interest in the outdoors. In some ways this is to
be expected because bass fishing isn't for everyone but given the right approach your child
might just be the first one out of bed to go bass fishing on Saturday morning.

Believe it or not the lifelong pursuit of bass fishing doesn't always come from a big monster
bass or even high numbers of fish. It's the excitement kids see on your face when they catch a
fish. You see, kids don't know what they have done when they catch a fish. They will need you
to show them that they have just done something special. And don't be afraid to jump up and
down with wild excitement after they catch a fish. Kids love seeing that from their parents.

I always encourage parents to take their children fishing at a very early age. Even as young as
3 years old. If you own a boat, just take them for a ride and maybe show them some wildlife while
out. If you don't own a boat just fish from the bank for a little while and mix things up a little bit.
Feed some ducks or some Geese. In a way this can be compared to what is called inprinting.
It could be the first memories they have of time that spent with their parents. Did you notice I
said "Parents"? I'll get back to this later.

I also recommend that when you go fishing with your kids make it all about them. You catching
fish while they watch unfortunately won't work. Your kids will always want to catch more fish than
you to be interested so this is something you will just have to concede until they are old enough
to give you a run for your money. What ever you can get to bite for them will work. Blue gills,
Brim, Bass or even catfish. When they catch their first fish I would not keep that fish but first
teach your kids how to care for the natural recources by releasing fish. It also might be a little
disconcerting to your child to see you kill something they were so excited about earlier in the
day.

While fishing take time to teach your kids that it's not all about catching fish. Show them as
much as you can about the outdoors like the wildlife, biology and the importance of all of these
things in our life.Once again you will need to show them visible excitement when seeing things
like an Eagle or Otter.

The reason I emphasize "Parents" when speaking of taking your kids fishing is because of
how much of an infuence a mother can have on whether or not your child will want to go fishing.
If one parent doesn't show an interest it will affect everything. This will require some help from
the Husband because getting up at 4:30 could be asking a bit much of your Wife. Work together
on this and even if your wife doesn't like fishing if you include her and try to make it fun for all
your wife just might go along and all of you can create memories that will last a lifetime.

Good luck and always practice catch and release,
Steve Boyd