| It seems when you mention bass fishing these | | | | trying to land themselves that prized monster |
| days, particularly amongst a group of people, | | | | bass. |
| it's the catalyst for instant conversation. | | | | |
| You don't believe me...try it! | | | | Largemouth bass or Oswego bass, Smallmouth |
| | | | bass, Kentucky bass, Striped bass... as long |
| Bass fishing has literally exploded in | | | | as it's bass then you are sure to attract an |
| popularity since the 1950's. From it's humble | | | | angling crowd. Popular destinations in the |
| beginnings as basically a fish hunted for | | | | USA include Alabama, Florida and California. |
| food, bass has evolved into the second most | | | | Bass fishing in Alabama and bass fishing in |
| sought after sporting fish in the world. And | | | | Florida are just about a national past time. |
| if you think bass fishing is only popular in | | | | California you say... that's right, bass |
| the United States, think again. The | | | | fishing in California would you believe, is |
| Largemouth Bass has been introduced to | | | | just booming. In fact, it's so popular that |
| countries such as Japan and South Africa who | | | | there is talk that Disneyland may have to be |
| have active stocking programs in place to | | | | moved. Just kidding! But seriously though, |
| ensure the species' survival. Bass Fishing | | | | this fish they call bass is extremely popular |
| also received an international boost several | | | | just about anywhere you travel in the United |
| years ago when a Japanese angler took out the | | | | States and no offence intended to other |
| prized Bassmaster Classic Title. I think | | | | states for mentioning the above three. |
| then, America's bass fishing angling | | | | |
| population realised their prized fish had | | | | In fact, if you love to cast a line and |
| come of age internationally. | | | | you're planning a trip somewhere in the US |
| | | | that has a waterway with bass in it, then get |
| Bass fishing today is a multi-billion dollar | | | | in touch with the local city or tourist |
| industry. When you take into account there is | | | | office and get the "lowdown" on where the |
| bass fishing equipment, bass fishing gear, | | | | bass are biting in that area. I'm sure they |
| the trusty bass fishing boat, bass fishing | | | | will be more than helpful however, I'm not |
| baits... and the list goes on, you start to | | | | too sure the locals will want to part with |
| see the bigger picture. Not to mention the | | | | any insider information...if you know what I |
| boost bass fishing destinations receive when | | | | mean. |
| there is an influx of anglers in town all | | | | |