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A recent Everglades outing delivered one of those fish that makes all the practice worthwhile. A longtime fishing buddy has been putting in the time learning how to effectively fish a hollow-body frog, and on this trip everything finally came together. He landed a new personal-best largemouth bass weighing 6 pounds. Conditions were challenging with very high water, which had the fish spread out and made the bite tougher than normal. We still managed several bass, but the 6-pounder was easily the highlight of the day. Moments like this are a great reminder that bass fishing is often about patience, confidence, and sticking with a technique long enough to let it pay off. The Everglades can be unpredictable, but that’s part of what makes every trip different. Tight lines! Capt. Lou

Recent trips in the Miami canal system have been producing steady peacock bass action, with good numbers of fish and plenty of quality bites throughout the day. Over the past several outings, we’ve seen consistent double-digit catches, with fish in the 3-pound class showing regularly and a few larger fish making appearances as well. One encouraging trend has been seeing more fish grouped up, which can lead to some fast action when conditions line up. The fall transition is definitely taking shape, and the bite has remained productive across multiple recent trips. Whether you’re an experienced angler or chasing peacock bass for the first time, this is a fun time of year to be on the water in South Florida. Tight lines! Capt. Lou

Peacock Bass fishing across the Miami freshwater canal systems continues to produce steady action as late summer gives way to early fall. Recent trips have been producing consistent numbers of fish, including quality Peacocks in the 3-pound class and occasional opportunities at larger fish. Water temperatures have generally remained in the mid-to-upper 80s, with slightly stained conditions in many areas. We’re still seeing a mix of spawning and post-spawn behavior, so fish have been using a variety of depths throughout the day. Some have been shallow and visible, while others have been relating to deeper canal edges and hard structure. Live bait continues to be very productive for clients, especially around active fish. The biggest key lately has been staying flexible and adjusting as fish reposition through the morning. For anglers visiting South Florida, this remains a great time to experience Miami Peacock Bass fishing. These fish are aggressive, colorful, and put up an incredible fight for their size. Capt. Lou Bassin’ With Capt. Lou Guide Service