Stick Marsh & Farm 13
Capt. George Welcome
January 27, 2004
Stick Marsh-Farm 13 - Freshwater Fishing Report
Dan Mitas of Cicero, Indiana escaped the blustery cold of his home area and
headed down to gather some of the warmth of the Sunshine state, and ply the
waters of the Stick Marsh/Farm 13. He was originally scheduled to go last Friday
but with a poor weather report of cold frontal passage and higher winds he opted
to put his trip off until yesterday. Armed with several types of bait
including Senkos he arrived at the ramp at daylight and we departed for the
south end of Farm 13.
On our web pages you will find the following statement under Guide Services:
We can
use artificial or live bait for your trip, however we prefer artificial
bait if conditions permit. There will be the occasional times when live
bait is the better option but it is always your choice.
Given weather conditions other than extreme we want to do what you want to do
and Dan wanted to do artificial baits. His choice was an excellent one even
though it was a bit breezy. Working Senkos in the wind requires good boat
control and today took two drift socks to keep us slow and productive. Staying
where we knew the fish were also paid off.
I have a diehard philosophy of never leave fish to find fish. I know, that
when they decide not to bite this can be difficult to do, but if they aren't
biting when you know they are there, than they aren't biting anywhere else
either. Dan stood the trial well during those non-bite periods and proved
himself a very accomplished fisherman throughout the day. The patience showed
through and by days end we boated 21 bass to 4 pounds. Dan got one swing at a
big gal during the day, but the hook did the wrong twist and popped free at the
boat's edge. Two more feet and she would have probably weighed in as the leader
in our big fish contest.
You still have from now till the end of April to book, catch the biggest
fish, and win $2500.00. At the very least you get to sample some of Florida's
"normally" good weather, get a bit of a tan, and catch lots of bass.
What can I say that hasn't been said about the Senko. This bait produced
today when getting shiners bit was even difficult. If you're coming here and
don't have some in your bag you are really selling yourself short. If you get
here and don't have them you can go to Middleton's bait and tackle in Fellsmere
and get them. Jeanne and Joe have a good stock to include the 7x Cut Tail, which
is dynamite on these waters. As the saying goes, "Don't leave home without
them"!
See you on the water. Say hi if you get the chance. Scott and I look forward
to seeing you out here, and if you wish we will be more than glad to spend some
time fishing with you.
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