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Stick Marsh & Farm 13

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By George Welcome
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.