Reports
Dec
2010
Today I had return Clients Bob Parkinson & Friends from Pennsylvania. They hammered the Everglade’s today by catching some nice BASS. The bite has been a little tough these past few week . The reason the water levels are still a bit high.The day started out beautiful until a cold front rolled in around noon and wind blowing about 25- 30 MPH , that forced us off the water. Never the less the boys put some nice Bass in the boat up to 6 lb. All the bass today were caught on shiners. and released for the next angler , “YOU” to catch. If your coming down for the holiday’s give us a call you won’t regret it.Capt. Frank Carbone 954-325-1115
Nov
2010
In the past couple of weeks the Peacock Bass fishing has picked up, with the exception of one day when the cold front came through. Rick Blom from Lakeland Florida proved that as he single handed caught 20 Peacock Bass most on shiners. Rick had 4 explosions on top water. Rick’s biggest was around 4 Lb. and few more in that range, this was just a great day on the water and the weather was just right. Next next Day I had repeat Client Charlie Horworth from Chicago. He opted to fish for Largemouth on his two days in Florida. This first day was a windy one, and made worming and using sanko’s a bit tough. With only 12 small Bass in the boat things were looking kind of grim, until an 8- 10 lb. Bucket mouth hit a 10″ Gambler worm deep. This monster launched out of the water went deep again and he came off. Never the less this got our blood going , so the next day we headed back to the same waters , but this time with shiners. Nice way to Start the Day The results were a lot different as Charlie started out the morning with a nice 6 lb. then fallowed up with a 4 LB. Right now the water is still a bit high but the action is good as we are going into the pre-spawn pattern. With the Holiday’s upon us , and if your coming down to Florida book your date’s now and join in on the fun. Well I wish everyone has a Happy Thanksgiving this year. I have a lot to be thankful for, because I became a Grandpa for the first time. A 6lb 5 oz. Keeper Stephen John born Nov. 7. See you on the Water. Capt. Frank Carbone 954-325-1115
Oct
2010
Well today I had the pleasure of fishing with Brad Smith # 16 Wide Receiver for the NY Jets. The day was perfect and the bass were biting especially in the morning. I headed out to pelican bay were I have been catching some nice bass on top water and worms. Brad started thing off with a nice 3 lb. Bass on a Gambler 10 ” worm , while I was still waiting for my first bite. We then moved to the inside where we started throwing plastic top water frog, Flappin’ Shads and skinny dippers. we continued to get action for the next hour . Then Brad setup on a nice lunker with a worm, only to find out the drag was too loose and just couldn’t get the hook in her. He then came back as he went long to catch, this nice Bass on top. We were fishing some thick cover so we had lost almost as much as we caught , but never the less had a blast watching the explosions. If Brad and The Jets continue their success we’ll see them in the Super Bowl , then after the season is over he will be back for some “HAWG’s” during the spawning season in February. DEC.- March is the best time of the year for Big Bass and of course is my busiest time of the year also. So if you looking to get out of the cold weather and join in on the fun, book your date’s now while they are still available. Good Fishin’ Capt. Frank Carbone 954-325-1115
Oct
2010
The Belle of The Amazon a 100 Luxury YachtWell the bite is still on and the water levels are perfect. The Belle and it’s Guides,with this small group of only 10 anglers they managed to catch 1440 Peacock Bass , the largest being 23.5 LB. There were 7 caught over 20 Lb. and 71 over 10 LB.I still have choice date’s available for Dec. 10 – 17, Jan 14- 21 , Jan. 28 – Feb. 5 & Feb. 11 – 19.This could be you holding the next 20 LB. Monster Amazon Peacock Bass. Call now before the date’s book up and you to can go on a Fishing Experiance of a Life time.Capt. Frank Carbone954-325-1115http://www.amazonpeacockbasstrip.com
Oct
2010
Last weekend I had two Texan’s, Darrell Norrid & Ken Hubbard. These two party animals had three great days of fishing & fun. I think they rock the Hard Rock, along with the fishing. Day one we hit Lake Okeechobee, boy was the wind blowing that day. Never the less we boated over 60 Bass up to 4 lb. The day started out throwing Flappin’ Shad’s & Skinny Dipper, over the heavy cover. Also Darrell caught the first fish of the day on a Gambler 10 ” worm to seart thing off. Going into the Afternoon we hit a big school of Bass coming off the lake. They caught countless Bass on rattle traps. We then finished of the day in Bay bottom. The highlight of the trip was day Two, especially for Ken, he is still talking about those Peacock Bass. Once again Darrell started thing off with the first catch of the day, then Ken answered with 4 in a row all in the 2-4 LB. range. Then about 12:30 , it happened , Ken’s love for fishing changed, as he hooked into this trophy Florida Peacock Bass . Ken experienced a fight of his life,like no other Largemouth before, stating that he has caught some monster on Lake Fork , but nothing compared to this 6 lb. Peacock Bass. It took about 5 mins. to wear this “HAWG” down before I could put a net under him 6 LB. Trophy At the end of the day the guys boated 17 Peacock Bass and had a ball. Needless to say the boys will be back again, and will be joining me in The Amazon next year for a 20 LB monster. Day three wasn’t as productive as the water levels are still high in the Everglade’s only catching 8 small bass , but taking a lot on Gator and scenery picture’s. The boy’s will be bring back to Texas some nice memories of their Florida fishing experience with “The Hawghunter”, Capt. Frank Carbone. If you are looking to get away for a weekend our post spawning season is coming...
Oct
2010
WOW! 2,361 Peacock Bass up to 24.5 LB. What away to start off the 2010 Season in The Amazon onboard “The Belle”. As always the service and hospitality is second to none. My clients scored the most peacock Bass ever caught in my 11 trips to the mother land. That’s right , Two Thousand – Three hundred and Sixty – One Peacock alone. Plus there were several other species caught , like Piranha, Giant Catfish, Barracuda, and much more. One boat in one day caught another record amount 147 Peacock Bass. Here are the stats. Numbers: 2361Size: 10 lb.’ers – 21, 11 lb.’ers – 10, 12 lb.’ers – 11, 13 lb.’ers – 7, 14 lb.’ers – 6, 15 lb.’ers – 7, 16 lb.’ers – 5, 17 lb.’ers – 5, 18 lb.’ers – 6, 19 lb.’ers – 6, 20 lb.’ers – 5, 21 lb.’ers – 4, 22 lb.’ers – 2, 23 lb.’ers – 1, and 24.5 lb.’ers – 1! (non-published were under 10#)Baits Used: Lures of choice for this trip were Woodchoppers, High Rollers and Jigs. A Jig caught the 24.5 Lb. by John Keefe from NC.The New Fishing boats were very stable and roomy to fish out of, as always the guides were excellent, which enabled us to catch the numbers we did.As my clients send in more picture’s I will enter another report.Here are the open spots for 2010 . I also have date’s in January & Feb.November 5 – 13 ( 2 spots)December 10 – 18 ( 14 spots)December 31 (10 spots)So if your looking to join in on the fun while the action is “HOT”, Give me a call.With Delta Airlines stopping their flights to Manaus in Jan. TAM will be the only direct carrier other then Copa that stops in Panama first. So the seats are booking up fast being those a peak months.Join me in The Amazon for a Trip of a life time.Capt. Frank Carbone954-325-1115
Sep
2010
Last week I received a call from a gentleman in the fishing industry , by the name of Kil Song from NJ. He asked to come down to Florida to film a Show on Lake Okeechobee with Korean Pro Angler and TV celebrity Shin Dong Man A.K.A. “Shark”. Well, four days later we were casting on the “Lake” for top water Largemouth bass. With a strong wind blowing out of the east, I couldn’t go to my fish, so I went way inside Ritter Island for some great action and to get out of the wind. I think the biggest Shock to Shark was when I re-spooled his reel with 60 lb. braid, instead of his 12 lb. mono. With some doubts I had asked him to make a long cast into the cover while waiting for the camera to get set up. Well, on his first cast and three cranks of the reel he busted and land a nice 2 lb. to start off the day. The bait of choice was Gambler’s Big Easy , Flappin’ Shads and skinny dippers. Most of the bass that we were catching were in the 2-3 lb. range until I busted this beauty. Around noon we had to out run a storm and ended up in Bay Bottom, once there Shark started throwing spinners baits in the cut and landed three in a row. I had lost a big bass that was chasing shad in the middle that had gotten wrapped around a stick. Next thing I knew I heard yell and he hooked into this “HAWG”, which put a smile one his face , as this was the biggest Bass of his life. Needless to say we had a great day, and made a new friend. I have to say this is the first time I had ever fished with a Korean Angler , and it was a true pleasure. After talking so much about Peacock Bass the film crew and Shark decided to make another show in Miami so on Sunday we were back on...
Sep
2010
What a nice day I had today with repeat clients The Stewart’s from New Jersey. I have taken out several family members in the past and always enjoyed their company. In a half a day trip they managed to put 15 Peacock Bass in the boat including this Beautiful 6 LB. Trophy . This was a duel effort as both husband & wife each took turns reeling it in, “What a nice husband Billy is”. The Peacock Bass fishing is still good even with the freeze we had back in Jan. Right now you can catch Snook and occasional Tarpon and some Big Carp while fishing in Miami for Peacock Bass. So give us a call the next time you want get away and come on down to South Florida. I guide 7 Days a week. Capt. Frank Carbone 954-325-1115
Sep
2010
Last week myself & Steve Pressman took a few days off and decided to go to Alberta for some Trout & Northern Pike. It was nice to get out of the hot weather and cool down a bit. The scenery is absolutely beautiful Ram river and there was wild life all over , we saw Both Whitetail & Mule Deer, Big Horn Sheep & Elk. While fishing for Trout we saw Sheep on the hillside We tried our luck with Trout fishing , but didn’t have too much success, so we headed down to the southern part of Alberta for Northern’s. We had done much better catching over 80 Pike up to 28 ” . Next year we are going to plan a fly – in Trip if anyone is interested, probably around June. I hope everyone had a nice summer and looking forward to seeing most you this winter. I have some group trips coming up for The Amazon, Panama for Deep sea Action and Mexico for largemouth, join us if you can. Capt. Frank Carbone 954-325-1115
Aug
2010
Well it was nice to have return Clients Kim Swiggart from Oklahoma, his son Parker and business client Carlo out for another Good day on the water. The boys had a good time catching all kinds of fish. peacock Bass Mylan Cichla’s, Oscar, largemouth Gar, and a few other tropical fish. The peacock Bass today were caught on small shiners jigs, and top water lures. This was Carlo first time ever catching Peacock Bass and as beginners luck would have it he caught the most. The peacock Bass is the most explosive , hardest fighting freshwater fish you will ever have on the end of your line. Just come on down and let me show you, you won’t regret it. Capt. Frank Carbone
Aug
2010
Last week I had a great guy by the name of Marc Carlette from Switzerland. Marc and I spent a nice out on the water catching over 30 Bass up to 5.5 lb. Most of Marc’s fish were caught on Shiners until he ran out . The rest of the Bass were caught on Frogs, jerk baits, Zara Spooks,10 – 12″ worms down deep and of course Gambler Ace. The best time has been first thing in the morning , not that we weren’t catching in the heat of the day, but it’s hot out there. By 1:00 PM you are ready for the swimming pool. 5.5lb. caught on a shiner The action is good so come on down to South Florida for some top water action in The Florida Everglade’s with Capt. Frank Carbone, “The Hawghunter
Aug
2010
The Amazon Hawghunter is introducing for the First time at an unbelievable price 8 days / 6.5 Days of fishing. All – inclusive (except international Air) ONLY $3950.00 Premier Class in Amazon Peacock Bass Fishing and Adventure The New Yacht assure our clients the very best in Comfort, Security, Finest facilities, 5 star services, Best of Fishing guides with the best fishing boats in the Amazon, and the opportunity to bring home that ‘World Record’ or simply the best Adventure memories of a lifetime ! I assure you can do this ‘here’ at the best price in the Amazon, including WiFi Internet,FREE phone service, minimal charge Monday night football, and the best seat anywhere for the Orange Bow l ! 50″ Flat Screen Satellite TV and much more The Yacht is a newly built 96 ft yacht designed to host up to 18 anglers in first class accommodations and services along with new extra wide Pro-Type Tracker fishing boats with new 60 HP Yamaha motors. . You need only to show up with a small carry-on bag, two clothes changes, & utilize our ‘rental tackle package’, then enjoy ! We strive to make it like week-ender travel, simple, light, and one lot of fun with photos to prove it. New State Rooms with 7 Ft. Beds not like others these are built for Americans. Our 5 star Chef will serve you both American & Amazonian dishes in the Dining room. Open BarThe men who will guide you and put you into big fish for six days are the hand picked ‘cream of the Amazon’, none second seat Every person must ‘live the Amazon’, once..or twice…then probably every year thereafter…!For more details Call Capt. Frank Carbone at 954-325-1115
Jul
2010
The Bedznar’s from Chicago have been fishing with “The Hawghunter” for the past 12 years. Today was special because this was the first time 7 year Old Mathew came fishing with us. His older brother Mike who was 7 the first time he fished with me and is now 18, started things off with the first fish of the day. Then Matt got his first Florida Bass from the Everglade’s. Matt needed a little help from Dad, Chuck holding up his Bass. Within an hour young Matt set the hook on his trophy a nice 21-1/4 ” by 14 -1/2 ” Bass. This will earn him a certificate from the State of Florida for catching one over 5 LB. By 11:00 AM it was so hot, so we called it a day around noon, and headed to the swimming pool. The real Family Angler, Amy was left behind taking care of the youngest, 4 year old Grace. All the bass today were caught on Shiner’s and released for the Next Angler to catch.
Jul
2010
Well, it took 7 years for 5 year old Rhett Harmon from Las Vegas to bring his Dad Dave back to Florida to go fishing again . The boys enjoyed 2 fine days of fishing together , while Mom shopped. On day one we headed to Miami for some peacock bass, once there the action started out with Rhett catching the first few before Dad got on the board. At the end of the Day Rhett out fished dad with the biggest Peacock. look at that smile The next day we were out to the Everglade’s for some largemouth action. The action was a little slow until the afternoon. On this day dad took the bragging right with catching the most & the Biggest, eventhough Dad let him hold it. The competition is always great , but the true Greatness is a Father & Son sharing quality time together Fishing and always having the fond memories to fall back on, the fish is just the bonus. Dave & Rhett are both looking forward to Joining me in the Amazon hopefully this winter. Capt. Frank Carbone. “The Hawghunter”, is always waiting to be apart of those memories and welcome all anglers 7 Days a Week.
Jul
2010
In the past 5 years I have noticed more and more couples while on their Honeymoon have been booking trip with me. I think that’s great when a couple share time together on the water, like this couple Brent & Paige Urbaniak from Kansas City, Missouri. We started out in Blue Lagoon, after about 10 mins. I spotted a large school of Fish, so we started to chase them down. When we got in range Brent through a Zara Spook in the middle of the school and hooked into a nice Jack Cavalla to start thinks off. Paige, then answered it with a 3 lb. Peacock Bass that nearly pulled the rod out of her hands. The real action started as we headed back into the canal system, which I always refer to as “The Venice of Miami”. By 11:00 AM Paige was a little over heated, and a bit of too much celebration the night before , so we head for some cold drinks and shade at Sonia’s Hide a way, a great little Cuban Cafe. After lunch it back out for more action, as the couple ended up with about a dozen Peacock Bass up to 4 lb. and 1 Jack to end a great day and some nice picture’s for the Honeymoon Album. Of course Paige caught the big one. Good luck to the both of you and stay happy. Good Fishin’ from , “The Hawghunter”, Capt. Frank Carbone