Bait and tackle locations can be found in Palm Bay, Fellsmere and Vero. Licenses can be obtained right here on my site. Fishing the waters of Florida can be a little confusing, as no matter where you look, all of the water looks very fishy. However, armed with a little information you can have a very successful and productive day on the water. Hydrilla banks on edges of boat trails hold many fish and depending on the time of year will fall victim to plastics or crank baits.
Spawn occurs here over a relatively long period.
Outstanding fishing due to pre-spawn and spawn can be expected from December to May with the largest spawn activity during the months of March and April. Bedding areas are usually found in open water as water depths are generally 5 feet, or less. These waters have many stumps and branches under water and these areas make for ideal bedding areas for the Bass. Typical tackle would be bait casting or spinning outfits with a minimum of 15-pound line. Baits consist of many different plastics, crank baits, and top water lures.