Converting from Saltwater, to Freshwater Fishing

My life as a fisherman began many years ago, in South Florida. I felt justified in calling myself an avid fisherman, because at one time or another I had caught many of the commonly known species of Atlantic and Gulf saltwater fish. Those catches include Snook, Redfish, Spotted Seatrout (Weakfish), Tarpon, Tuna, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), Amberjack, Sailfish, Bonita, Permit, Pompano, Snapper, Drum, Grouper, Grunt, Bonefish, Ladyfish, Nurse Shark, Yellowtail, Jewfish, Croaker, Catfish, Cobia, Red Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Baracuda, Jack Crevalle, Flounder, Mackeral, Kingfish, Sheepshead, Bluefish, Whiting, Sand Shark, Blacktip Shark, and Hammerhead Shark .

Boy, has my life changed . . . . . . . . . . . . .
In Florida, I lived near the East Coast and frequently targeted Snook, Redfish, Bonefish and Tarpon, usually with some success.

Now I pretty much have one species to target; the Largemouth Bass. It's like I have to learn how to fish all over again. Light tackle reels are pretty much the same as saltwater reels, but the rods and the lures are so different, and the way you fish for Bass is so different from what I'm used to.

But, you know what? I'm lovin it!
If I have to convert to being a freshwater fisherman, I'm in a great place to do it. Canyon Lake, in Southern California is loaded with Bass, and my home is located on an island called Treasure Island, in Canyon Lake. How lucky can I be?



Without ever leaving the island, there are several great places to stalk Bass. The lake, for the most part has a rocky bottom and most of it is pretty deep, about 30 feet. There are trees that hang over the water, some fallen trees in the water, boat docks and a bridge. All great places for Bass to hang out.



I just started fishing the lake recently so there's not much to report. I did catch a 4 pounder and a few in the 2-3 pound range. Nothing to brag about, yet. Some of the guys in the local Bassmasters Club frequently brag about hooking up with a 7 or 8 pounder, and soon I'll be able to do that too. Check back next week. By then I should have hooked up with a lunker, and when I do, I'll post a picture.



One more thing. If you can offer some tips on how to catch the elusive Largemouth, please feel free to post them. Thanks.