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Caught a Florida Bass with Reel Texas Fishing
Florida Bass Fishing in Buchanan Dam
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Florida Bass are highly prized by anglers for their fighting ability and size. They are a subspecies of the largemouth bass that were introduced to many lakes outside Florida to enhance trophy potential. - Can grow larger than northern strain largemouth bass. - Prefer warm water and abundant cover. - Often targeted with artificial lures and live bait.
Guided Fishing Trip by Guide Randy Fesler in December
Meet your Guide Randy Fesler
- Lake LBJ and Lake Buchanan Bass Fishing Guide
Summary
Join us for a productive fall bass fishing trip on Lake Buchanan with Reel Texas Fishing Tours. This Friday October outing showcases why Buchanan Dam offers excellent bass fishing opportunities throughout the year. We'll target Florida Bass and Largemouth Bass using a combination of proven techniques including bottom fishing, casting lures, and live bait fishing. Guide Randy Fesler knows these waters intimately and will put you on fish using methods that consistently produce results. Our 6-hour fishing charter provides ample time to work different structures and water columns where bass are holding. Whether you're an experienced angler or just getting started, we'll tailor the experience to your skill level while providing all the necessary gear for a successful day on the water.
Fishing Charter with Randy Fesler – Rates & Booking
Guide Randy Fesler of Reel Texas Fishing Tours on Friday October offers a 6-hour fishing trip with flexible start times to accommodate your schedule. All fishing equipment is provided, including rods, reels, tackle, and live bait as needed. Randy specializes in bass fishing techniques that consistently produce results on Lake Buchanan. His local knowledge of bass habits and seasonal patterns ensures you'll be fishing productive spots throughout the day. The trip accommodates anglers of all skill levels, making it perfect for both beginners and experienced fishermen looking to target Florida Bass and Largemouth Bass.
Highlights of This Trip
This fall fishing trip focuses on targeting quality Florida Bass and Largemouth Bass using multiple effective techniques. Bottom fishing, casting lures, and live bait fishing allow us to adapt to changing conditions and fish behavior throughout the day. The partly cloudy conditions provide ideal fishing weather, and the early morning start maximizes our productive fishing time before any potential weather moves in.
Randy's extensive knowledge of Lake Buchanan's structure and bass habits means you'll fish proven spots where bass are actively feeding. His patient instruction helps beginners learn proper techniques while experienced anglers can refine their skills. The combination approach of different fishing methods ensures everyone has the opportunity to catch fish regardless of experience level.
Local Species Insights: Florida Bass
Florida Bass in Lake Buchanan are prized for their aggressive strikes and fighting ability. These bass typically hold near structure such as submerged timber, rock piles, and along depth changes. In fall months, they often transition to shallower waters as they follow baitfish, making them more accessible to anglers. Early morning and evening periods typically produce the best action as bass move up to feed.
The Florida strain of bass grows larger than standard Largemouth Bass, which is why Lake Buchanan has become known for producing quality fish. Successful techniques include Texas-rigged soft plastics, deep-diving crankbaits, and live bait presentations depending on water conditions and time of year. With Randy's guidance, you'll learn which presentations work best for the specific conditions during your trip.
Plan Your Fishing Charter Day
Your day begins with meeting Guide Randy at a designated launch point on Lake Buchanan. The comfortable, well-equipped fishing boat provides all necessary amenities for a day on the water. We recommend bringing sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, weather-appropriate clothing, and a camera to document your catch. A valid Texas fishing license is required for all anglers 17 and older.
The 6-hour trip provides plenty of time to explore different areas of the lake and employ various fishing techniques. We practice catch-and-release for most fish, but can keep a reasonable number for those interested in harvesting their catch within legal limits. Water and light snacks are provided, but feel free to bring additional refreshments. Weather conditions are monitored closely, and trips can be rescheduled if conditions become unsafe.
