Reports
Oct
2015
Today George Dennis from TN. took a break from business and try his skills at some Peacock Bass fishing in less then 4 hr. George boated 13 peacock’s and 1 Mylan. Next I had the pleasure of fishing with a Father & Son also from TN. Eric & Easton Underwood. We did a split day , started out fishing the flats in The Everglades for largemouth , fishing was tough as a front moved in . Although Easton hooked into a nice largemouth . With the fishig being a bit slow we opt to head out for some Peacock bass. in a short time and 4 Dozen shiners later the boys boats a dozen peacock bass and 1 Largemouth bass. After fishing Easton and his Dad had a meeting with the Head coach of UM and he may be the next quarterback. Good Luck Easton. The bite is on so come on down and fishing with “The Orginal Hawghunter”, Capt. Frank Carbone
Sep
2015
Today was a tough day in The Glades for repeat client and friend Ike Wyant from Iowa and myself , due to blue bird sky’s, a lot of sun and no wind. Even though the number weren’t there the quality was. We still managed a 20 + lb. bag. up to 7 lb. The bigger bass were caught on Gambler’s Big EZ in the pads, and the others on a Boyd Duckett top water lure working fast across the top on the edge of the pads. Even with 90 degree weather you can still catch quality bass in Florida with “The Hawghunter” Capt. Frank Carbone
Sep
2015
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Sep
2015
In the past two day’s the Peacock Bass fishing has been good. First up I had a Father and Son team Mike & Graham Cole from North Florida. They wanted only to fish with lures, so that’s what we had done catching 10 including some largemouth and a cichlid. The peacock’s were all caught on Castaic and Reaction Strike jerkbaits which was the lure of choice while we were film the TV show Bass Dr. which will air on WFN this winter. The action started as soon as the sun broke through the clouds, as Graham started things off. Mike struggled in the beginning, setting the hook in the morning, but that afternoon was things were better for him. Next day I had a great couple referred to me by a family member a repeat client of mine. Mike and Crissie Gordon from California. This couple just destroyed the Peacock Bass pitching live bait deep. This was celebrating their 15 th anniversary , and in less then 4 hrs. managed to put 26 peacock bass into the boat up to over 4 LB. caught by Crissie. It’s clients like these that makes my job enjoyable. Come on down and see what all the talk is about , with catching Peacock Bass, pound for pound the strongest fighting freshwater fish. Call now 954-325-1115
Aug
2015
Well another Great trip to Aniak as my 3rd trip has 12 clients, each catching well over 250 fish. In the Salmon family they caught Silvers ,Pinks, Chums, Sockeyes, and an occasional King. Other species were Dolly Varden, Graylings, Arctic Char, Rainbow & Leopard Rainbow Trout ,Northern Pike, and last She fish . This year the new lodge was opened which offers the choice of the lodge the tent camp or both. The most inviting thing about here and the success ratio per Angler is the seclusion . Aniak is the only lodge on the 40 mile river which means no other anglers. These trip are available from late June to early Sept. Call for more information. 954-325-1115
Jul
2015
Today I guided Kristian Chapman and his girlfriend Anna Lee from Florida . Kristian was down here on a business/pleasure vacation, so he decided to catch peacock bass. After 11 fish and 3 hrs. of fishing they called it a day so they could hit the beach. Here was just some of the action. The best thing about fishing for Peacock Bass in Florida it’s all year round. Give us a call now to see what all the talk is about with these scrappy fighters Capt. Frank Carbone – 954-325-1115
Jul
2015
Mike Garrett and his 15 year old Son Jace from Georgia had one of their most exciting fishing trip ever as they caught almost everything South Florida has to offer. On day 1 we headed to Lake Ida for some Peacock Bass. The day started out with a double,”Wow”. After catching 4 peacock ‘s , 3 Largemouth and 4 Mylan Cichlids , I decided to move the boys to one of my spots that has been producing a good number of fish ,and also where I filmed a show with The Bass Dr. Within the first 10 mins. they had boated 4 peacock bass and the excitement didn’t stop there. As you can see Florida it the only place you can catch both Peacock & Largemouth Bass at the same time. Young Jace hooked into what we thought was a Trophy Peacock Bass., and to everyone’s surprise it was a Clown razor tail fish. This fish was not only a “HAWG”, but we believe was a World Record. This fish was over 40″ and we estimated 15 LB. Mike looked it up and the record was 40 ” 13.8 LB. At the end of day 1 the duo landed 19 fish total.11 Peacock Bass, 3 largemouth 4 Mylan’s and 1 Record Clown Razor tail fish. On Day 2 we headed to “The Everglades” for Largemouth Bass combined we caught well over 100 Bass up to 5lb. all on artificial baits. We started out with some top water. then switching over to Gambler’s EZ swimmer and Ace. On this day the bait of choice was the Ace working it with no weight. Needless to say these Georgia boys will be back in the fall for more Florida fishing with , “The Hawghunter”.
Jul
2015
Today we had a great day filming a show for Fox Sports North & South called Trophy Fish Hunters with host Rick Quade The fish were caught on jerk baits mostly . I was using a Danali Kolvert 7′ Med action rod and a Abu Garcia Reel with Vicious line, the winning combination. Most all the Peacock’s were caught in the morning “What a Day! ” 11 in all the biggest being 5.8 LB. On Day 2 it was even a Better day of filming With Jason & Rick What a great day filming with Bass Dr. and the opportunity to fish With host and Pro Angler Jason Lambert the 2014 FLW Rookie of the year. This show will air on WFN in the first quarter of 2016 and here just some of what was caught This was Jason’s first Big Peacock Bass of the Day. Below is Rick Holding “the” Big Peacock of the Day There were 16 Peacock’s caught 2 Largemouth and a catfish Here is the Release of the Trophy 6 LB. Peacock Bass. The Star of the Show. For the Next angler to catch , “YOU”. All the Peacock Bass today will be seen on Natioanal TV just in time for our Peak Peacock Bass season which is from FEB – May. The Florida Peacock bass bed all year round and can be caught any month . So come on down to South Florida and see what all the excitement is about or call anytime Capt. Frank Carbone 954-325-1115
May
2015
From Switzerland to Miami for Peacock Bass Today I had this Great couple from across the ocean to catch peacock bass, Reto Zimmermann and Sabina Krawczyk. Other then Reto catching a heron that dove for his shiner on his first cast. Sabina on her first cast caught this trophy peacock bass of 5 lb. As the day progressed on,) the weather got hotter and the bite got better. Sabina took control of the morning bite catching some quality Peacock Bass with some Largemouth Cichlids (Mylan, Mides, Oscar) and a small snook. Then at 1 pm Reto took charge with 4 straight fish and on the 4th one Sabina doubled up then realizing Reto had a monster on his line which draw all the attention. It took him at least 5-6 mins. to land his True Florida Trophy Peacock bass. Weighting in at 6 LB. 1 OZ with a length . 21.5 “ All in all the couple caught over 30 peacocks with 5 other species. The weather, the company, and the fishing was all good. This was a Banner day for sure for this couple from Switzerland. Call now while the action is still hot. Or if your planning a vacation in South Florida this summer put aside a day for fishing with “The Hawghunter”, Capt. Frank Carbone –954-325-1115
May
2015
In the past few weeks the water levels in The Everglades have come down and the Largemouth Bass bite is on. Most every trip clients are catching well over 50 Bass including some good quality. All the bass are being caught on artificial baits, top water (zara spooks) jerk and swim baits, and of course plastics. Here are just a few to show you. Bob Deel and fishing buddy a couple of Chicago boys that just tore up the Glades. Lynne & Duane from Navada catching 60 + Bass with some exceptional Top water action by Duane Me & Jersey John over 50 Bass caught on this Day Even in this warm weather we have been getting the action has been just Great. “Only in Florida”
Apr
2015
Today I had Luke Smith and his son Harris from Georgia. This father and son landed over 60 peacock bass a doz. largemouth bass and a few Chidlet on shiners and over 30 on jigs What a banner day they had. Return Clients Marvin Ross and his daughter Melissa from Chicago a great day fishing . Mel bought this trip for her Dad for Christmas/ Birthday. They managed to catch several species after a great morning of fishing With daughter Melissa catrching all the fish as you can see how baffled Mervin was by his expression. Then finally dear old Dad caught a few We then relaxed and had a fantastic lunch at Sonia’s Cuban Cafe on the water. Also served by their # 1 waitress Yeri This father and daughter team caught well over 20 peacocks plus other species They have such a passion for fishing and life. Then next was Two NASA Rocket Scientist Mark D’Agostino and Bud Smith from Alabama had a killer day catching quality peacock bass all day long and going through 72 shiners. If you got the time come on down and see what all The excitement is about call 954-325-1115
Apr
2015
What a month for Peacock Bass several large ones including this 7 LB’er 26.5″ X 18″ caught by Mark Thorton from Australia Mark thought his luck ended with a 5 LB’er Then very next Peacock Bass was his Trophy the largest of the year so far. Check out the Girth on This “HAWG” The Families fist up Oran and his Family from Canada Oren has been a long time client for the past 8 years. The day started out with Mom catching the biggest of the day a beautiful 6 LB. Male Butterfly Peacock Bass The Family together caught over 30 fish to end their great day of fishing. Day 2 we went to the Airport Lakes , where the action was excellant as asher landed a nice Jack and broke off a Snook on the last cast of the day Next from Texas was 12 year client Charlie with 5 friends catching peacock bass and other species in Miami Day 2 we were off to Lake Okeechobee for Largemouth Bass. The fishing buddies caught over 30 Bass that day Last was Bob Palmer with his Son and maybe future Son-in – law where they experienced two great days of fishig for Peacock bass. This is what it’s all about spending quality time with the ones that mean the most to you the fish are just the added bonus. If you can make it down we are in Peak Season now for the Florida Peacock Bass. Call Capt. Frank now 954-325-1115
Mar
2015
Another 3 great days of fishing for return client Bob Olivia and Dwane from Chicago. The fishing buddies fished the famed Lake Okeechobee and the Everglades . They caught well over 100 bass in the 3 days and mostly on artificial baits up to 6 lb. They spent two days fishing the flats in “The Glades and then an “explosive” day on Lake Okeechobee. The baits we were throwing was Gambler Big EZ, EZ swimmers, and Ace color really didn’t matter as long as it swam over the bass’s head they killed it. Then at the end of the day they went through 3 Dz. wild shiners. Ya ! just can’t beat Okeechobee when the bite is on, “It ain’t Just Fishing” When your out with Captian Frank Carbone
Mar
2015
These past two days I had the pleasure of fishing with Joe Mehlmann from Texas and family ,fishing The Famed Lake Okeechobee . Everyone caught big Bass up to 6.6 Lb caught by Joe. Joe’s first fish of the day was this nice 5 Lb’er. Also there was his son Paul, and Son- in- Law Derrick Merchant and Brother-in- Law Rick Wagner from Davie Florida. The Bass were caught on Gambler Big EZ and The Beast and of course Shiners. They have all fished with me in the past and have gonewith me to the Amazon and will the group will be joining me in Alaska in this August . Great job Guys, The Bite is on don’t miss out call today 954-325-1115
Mar
2015
For the past 3 Days I had long time return client Chris King and his girlfriend Denise O’Donnell from Tenn. On Day 1 we did the Everglades the couple caught both Largemouth and Peacock Bass Oscar and a chain pickeral . They caught several Largemouth and some peacock bass on Gambler Ace and shiners. Now day 2 we headed to a private lake where they caught the same but some bigger peacock bass up to 5 lb. and some largemouth in the 2-3 LB. range Then the Banner day came when we hit Lake Okeechobee and they hit it hard. Right from the start the bass were coming in to the boat. Denise drew first blood, with a 5 lb. then Chris came back with a 4 lb. Bass. As we moved around trying to find the right head they managed to put another 8 or 9 in the 2-4 LB. range. Then it happened, Denise hooked in to the fight of her life and she battled a true Okeechobee “HAWG”. This beast weighed in at 10 LB. 1 oz. 26.5 ” long and a girth of 18.5 “ The action continues and it became catching not fishing. as they boated 3-5 LB’ ers. Now it was Chris’s time up to bat as he landed a 8 .8 LB Trophy bass. By the end of the day this Tenn. couple landed over 40 Bass and used 5 Doz. shiners. Call now while the action is “HOT”
