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Had a Great time on Lake Okeechobee yesterday,with Bill & Charlotte Killiam from AR.Once again Lady Luck prevales as Charlotte single handed land Her True Trophy Okeechobee “HAWG” 9.12 LB. 28″ X 17 ” girth. Can you imagine if this bass wasn’t spawned out.   The day started out with Bill catching a 1 pounder , from that point the couple took turns  then Bill landed a nice 4 + lb. I discovered that the bigger bass were deeper in the grass , so we started pitching into the pockets. Then it happened, Charlotte setup on a bass as she set the hook the pole bent over . I wasn’t sure if it was a big bass or she was just wrapped up in the weeds. Then the bass broke loose and bolted to the right and that rod was bent all the way over in the open water. When I saw the back on this bass I knew she had an Okeechobee Lunker.  I then started yelling at Bill to get everything out of the way so not to loose this Monster bass. Well as you can she victory was hers. NOW here is the best part of this story. this is one for the books. As Charlotte was hold up her trophy for Pictures , the bass jumped out of her hand hit the deck and bounced back into the water before pictures were taken. Everything went quite , with disappointment. As I bent over to pick up me phone that I dropped, I looked and there was her Bass tired and up against the weeds , just staying there. I felt I had one shot at her , so I plunged the net in front of her and the bass did just what I wanted, spooked forward into the net. “What a Day”.This was a Great friendly couple from Arkansas and I will look forward to having them back again. Also Charlotte released her bass for the next angler to catch , “YOU”.This is why People around the World come to Lake Okeechobee in hopes of fulfilling a dream of...

Last month fishing for Peacock Bass had it’s up and downs. If the clients hit the days that weren’t effected by the Rain turned up water and fast moving run offs they caught their 20 + days. For the ones that hit it right after the rain their days were as low as 3-10 fish. At least everyone caught fish. Jim Ezinga had a great day fishing with his son as he caught a Trophy Peacock    Then Bob Brenley the TV announcer for the Chicago Cubs went fishing with 3 of his players. Also had a nice day on the water. As Short Stop Blake Dewitt hold his peacock with reliever James Russell in the Background    Rick Di Donato and his two Son couldn’t ask for a better day as this great trio scored some nice Peacocks      Randy Hammond made the mistake by bringing out his wife fishing as she out fished him   You Fly- fisherman will love this Father and Son team Paul Zanetti we had some nice videos to go along with pictures.   Next I help out a fellow guide with some NY Met’s, they had a bit of a rough day but still landed 15 all together. Afterwards we headed over to Sonia’s for a great lunch with our Mets Pitchers   Now the following day I had a Father & Son Dave & Jon Sherman, that were Met fans from NY, that came down for the games. They hammered the heck out of the Peacock Bass in the same spot. Well at least the Mets played better baseball against the Marlins, LOL   A Real Beauty   Remember Peacock Bass is year round in Florida , so come on the they like the Hot weather , remember where they came from , “The Amazon”.          

Yes , that’s right Jim Ezinga and his lovely wife Julie from Chicago boated our  5 th 10 lb. Largemouth Bass of the year.   The day started out catching only 2-3 lb Bass. Then as usual Lady Luck strikes again as Julie caught a 7.8 lb. Trophy, her largest ever.       She then caught another 5 lb. and finally Jim caught his 6 lb.  It was all Julie, until Jim even things up towards the end of the day, with his 10 lb. “HAWG”.  Jim has been waiting all his life for a 10 lb. Largemouth Bass and now his dream came true with “The Hawghunter”, Capt. Frank Carbone.       This couple had a banner day to remember and were out of shiners by 11:30 am. I have been catching Big bass like this since December and as long as the water doesn’t drop too low it will continue to be Great fishing. If you can get away , come on down and join the fun on Lake Okeechobee.    

For the past three days we had repeat client Terry Bullock & Greg Cline from TN. Here is some of the action each boat caught.    First Day Terry holds up his 7.15 lb.  and Greg with his 6.7 lb. a couple of nice Okeechobee “HAWG’s” They totaled out around 120 + bass in three days.         On Day Two it was Bruce Cline that came up with a 9 .73 LB. while being guided by Capt. Joe       Then on Day three it was Bill Lowe that hit the jackpot with Guide Capt. Mike catching an  8 , 9 , & 10 Lb. Bass.       Also this client ended this Fantastic Trip with another 9- 3/4 lb. Trophy with Capt. Steve.     So while the big bite is still on if your are wanting your Trophy Bass . Come down and let’s go fishing on Lake Okeechobee the “Bass Capital of the World”. As you can see Corporate Group are more then Welcome with “The Hawghunter” Capt. Frank Carbone, and his staff of licensed and insured Guides.              

Well the had been a great season for Peacock Bass and should even get better as the season goes on into April. First was return client Ron Spindel and his friend the boys started out catching Peacock bass as Ron displays a beauty.       Next day they fished Lake Okeechobee while shiner fishing they caught over 30 bass from 2-5 lb.         Then back to Miami again for the Mighty Peacock Bass. Repeat clients Tom & Betty Belliveau from TX. had a great day catching several peacock bass fro 3-6 lb. Just look at the colors of these beauties.   Followed by Tom Muzek and his Dad having a great day also catching some big peacock bass.     Then last but not least was Jason La Butti and his Dad from Florida. Jason was one of the most excitable client I have ever had when he caught a fish. When he brought in his 5.5 lb . peacock bass I think all of Miami heard him , not to mention he woke up all the dogs.     April is one of our best Month so now is the time to reserve you dates. and join in on the action. Good Fishin’ Capt. Frank Carbone      

The Big Bass action is still on as today Brain & Ryan Barth from Maryland experianced on The Big “0”. It didn’t take more then 60 seconds before the first hook up came. Today was a Wild shiner trip, and these boys went through 9 DOZ. and it was worth every penny. They caught over 50 Bass up to 9.3 LB. , 1- 7 2- 6 ‘s and 5 over 5 lb. the rest were stout 3-4 lb.  Okie bass, with only a few under 3 lb. , Here are some of the Bass caught today. Ryan Started thing off with this 5 lb. and he was like a kid in a candy store. Then he scored another nice bass    This was a nice Double around mid – morning Then the Bragging right went to Dad as he caught this 9.3 lb. Trophy Okecchobee “HAWG” So at the end of the day this Father & Son had a great bag of Bass.   What’s  most important is that they spent quality time together and will cherish these memories for a long time to come.  This is what it’s really all about. Call Capt. Frank now and book your date. 954-325-1115 All the bass today were released for the next Angler to catch , “YOU”.    

With our mild winter the peacock bass fishing in Miami has been Great. We have been averging  20-25 per day mostly in the 2-3 LB. range. with an occasional 4-6 lb.     Here are some of the Peacock bass caught by Clients Drew Harpe owner of Canopy Construction from Texas had a great day fishing for Peacock Bass both boats caught over 20 Peacock Bass up to 5 lb. Also they enjoyed a fantastic lunch at Sonia’s Water front cafe.     Then there was repeat clients John Duever Mike Gumino, Mike Patton  Mo & Rick, Danny Parks just to name a few So as you can see the time is now we are in the Prime months for Peacock Bass April and May. Call and book your trip now while choice dates are still available. Capt. Frank 954-325-1115

First up I had long time clients Bruce & Diane from Maryland, this couple loves to fish. This was their first time on the Lake and what a memorable one it was.The duo always came alone , but this time they treated their Son to a great day on the Water. They all caught Bass in the 5 lb. + range and several 2-4 lb. Now guess who caught the Biggest ? Well lady luck strikes again as Diane struggles  to hold up her 7 .4 lb. “HAWG”.But Bruce also caught a 6 lb. also   The next day it was Mike Lisanno from Boston time to step up to the plate, and boy did he hit a couple of home runs.  Mike has been to the Amazon twice  before , but this was his first time fishing South Florida with me.Mike also had a fantastic day catching over 30 bass up to 7.8 lb. we had used Wild shiners and I never seen a client run from the back of the boat to the front as the bobbers went down one after the other. I even caught this 8 lb. Beauty on a Gambler’s Big EZ Eventhough most of the action was on worms just pitching them into the cover.Lake Okeechobee are producing big bags so now is the time to take advantage of the Great action. Give us a call while the action is hot with big bass also extend a day and don’t leave Florida without going Peacock Bass fishing in Miami as Mike did .  So don’t miss out give us a call 954-325-1115  we Guide 7 days a week

What a day  Gary Rubin from Alabama had catching peacock bass in Miami. After all the rain we had the fishing was very  slow in the morning.   It wasn’t until 11:56 am before Gary finally landed his first Peacock Bass. Then with in 5 minutes he hooked in a battle he never expected, a Trophy 6 lb. 2 oz.  Butterfly Male Peacock Bass.                                       These fish turned on for him, even though he only ended up with 8 Bass, the smallest was 3- 3/4 LB.       Then on the last cast as we headed to the ramp he land another 5-1/2 LB. Every Peacock bass he caught was a beautiful Male.     If your ready to join in on the fun so am I. Give a call and see what you are missing. Capt. Frank Carbone, ‘The Hawghunter” guides 7 days a week

The Big Bass action still continues on Lake Okeechobee. As shown in this report by Ontario’s Bill Apt his sister Judy who caught most of the Big Bass today, and Friend Kathy.    The start of the day was slow catching only a few bass. Then once the sun came up the action was non -stop.    The trio was catching mostly 2-3 lb. bass until Judy hooked into her “First” 10 lb. Trophy.       Judy could do no wrong , it was her day to shine. She also caught an 8 lb. 7 lb. 6 lb. amongst several others in the 3-5 lb. Range.    Then if that wasn’t enough , she busted her 2nd 10 lb. Bass of the day. Anglers go all their lives without catching a 10 lber. ,and this lady angler landed two in one day.    John came back with his biggest 6 lb.                                         Then Kathy answered back with her nice 5 lb. Bass.                    These Canadian’s have a lot to go back to Canada with, stories, photo’s and memories. At the end of the trip and saying our Goodbye’s Judy, gave me one of the nicest compliments, ” Frank, You made my life” . The group all agreed that this was the bast fishing trip they had ever experienced and will be back for their third Outing.     Capt. Frank Carbone the Original & Only true Hawghunter of South Florida guides 7 days a week and looking forward to share Florida’s best fishing including Florida Peacock Bass.  

What a banner day for Keith & Deb Maltais from N. J. Deb started the day off with the first of over 40 Peacock Bass caught on their Trip.   The couple caught fish at every spot we stopped mostly 2-3 lb. peacock bass. Then once the sun came up bite got much better and fish got bigger.   As we moved into another area the action started again and around 11 am , it happened , Keith hooked into “Hawghunters’ 3rd biggest Peacock ever. His rod bent over the line started stripping and the chase was on. Every time this beast saw the boat he ran again and again. Finally Keith after several minutes Keith boated this 8.1 lb. Male Peacock Bass.     Within moments Deb’s rod went down in similar fashion, but broke off, what a disappointment. Never the less the action continued , and now it was her time to shine. After a nice struggle , and wrists hurting, she landed her 5 lber.     Today’s trip consisted of 6 fish over 4 lbs. 1- 5 and Keith’s Trophy 8 lb. Florida Butterfly Peacock Bass. The Peacock bass are hitting very well right now and “The Hawghunter”, Capt. Frank Carbone knows where to find them. The only place to find them larger is the Amazon. My next trip is Nov. 10- 18, 2012 and I have ONLY 6 spots left if anyone is interested. Today this couple from Jersey had a day to remember and for sure will be back again. Book “NOW” while there are still choice date’s left.

If your looking to get out of the cold and catch your Trophy Bass now is the time come on down to Lake Okeechobee.    Just take a look at what Jerry Paris and his friend Dave caught  upto this 8.9 LB. “Hawg”    What a Great day        All these “HAWGS” were caught on Wild Shiners.    Also while your down here you should try Miami Peacock Bass while your on the same Fishing Vacation. Here is Danny Lee & Robert Lee From California            Also we have Winston Brodie & his Wife Diane                                     Steve Santerre from Maine            The fishing has been Excellent and should remain for the next 3 months. Give Capt. Frank a call now while the action is “HOT” and choice date’s are stiill available.  954-325-1115          

WOW ! What away to end 2011 for Bill Dean from Georgia with a 10 lb. Okeechobee “Hawg”. Bill has been a client for the past 12 years and we always had a good time , but nothing like this trip.    We decided to sit back, relax, and fish wild shiners all day, this turn out to be a great choice.    After Bill missed the first three one being a 7 + , he started to connect with his first one.       Then he got a double.                              After 6 more in the 3 – 5  LB. range he connected with what he thought would be his biggest, a  8 lb. lunker.     As the wind kicked up I decided go move deeper in the High Grass , first shiner caught a 4 lb. and in the next was his trophy 10.4 oz. life time Bass. This was one of those moments when the boy comes out of the man. Bill has never experienced a day of fishing like this, totaling 25 bass mostly over 3 lb.   Lake Okeechobee is on fire right now  and if you want to catch that Big Bass now is the time and Capt. Frank Carbone , “The Original and Only Hawghunter” know where to find them.  We are into our busy season which is also the prime season for bass, so book early while there are  still some choice date’s. Good Fishin’            

WOW! what a day for Chris & Barb King from Wisconsin. This couple of cheese heads had some heck of a day.      Barb started thing off with the first catch of the day.          It didn’t take Chris long to answer back, with a handful of 3-4 lb. bass, until This “HAWG”, came flying out of the water after he set the hook on a 9 lb. Okeechobee Bass .                                  Then Barb had the catch of the day a big old Catfish                                     Chris is a repeat clients of several , but this was the first time I had the pleasure of meeting Barb. Couples like these two is what mades my job so enjoyable.     Chris then came back with one close to 9 lb. What a Day                   This was a day of fishing with wild Shiners on The “Big “O”    Capt. Frank Carbone and Staff of Hawghunter Guides want to wish you all a Season Greeting and a Happy & Healthy New Year

Well, with only 9 days left in 2011 Josh Simmons of Florida took the Title away from ZOO with this 7. 7 LB. Butterfly Peacock Bass.     Both Angler’s caught great trophies                                                                                                                Also today Gene Simmons caught this nice Trophy 5 lb. Peacock Bass     This Father & Son team had a great day catching several other , including  7 Largemouth Bass and a Midas. The Peacock Bass action has been very good these days , so if your down for the holiday’s take a day and see what all the talk is about.   CAPT. FRANK CARBONE AND HIS GUIDES ARE READY TO SHOW YOU A GOOD TIME SEASON’S GREETING FROM HAWGHUNTER GUIDE SERVICE