On-The-Water Instruction

If you’re interested in becoming a better angler or tournament fisherman and enjoy learning hands-on, here is your chance to get on the water with some of the best in the business. 

 James Niggemeyer

3 – Time B.A.S.S. Champion, 3- Time  Bassmaster Classic Qualifier and 17 B.A.S.S. Top 10 finishes, 2 B.A.S.S. Open AOY awards

Instruction:  Utilizing top fall seasonal tournament winning patterns, lures and techniques to systematically locate and catch bass. Spinnerbaits, square bills, soft plastics and jigs as tools based on water color and cover differences.

 

Keith Combs

B.A.S.S. Elite Series Champion, 3 – Time Toyota Texas Bass Classic Champion, 4- Time B.A.S.S. Classic Qualifier, Perennial AOY contender

Instruction:  Getting the most out of your electronics utilizing sonar, side scan, down scan and gps.  Crankbait mastery, draw feeding and reaction bites;  Includes equipment set up; line, rod, reel.

 

Kurt Dove

10 – Time B.A.S.S. Top 20 finisher, 2- Time B.A.S.S. Elite Qualifier, FLW/BFL Champion and 2-Time Toyota Texas Bass Classic Qualifier

Instruction:  Breaking down large bodies of water and dissecting small areas producing big results.   Utilizing your personal fishing strengths to maximizing on the water productivity and success.

 

Dave Mansue

B.A.S.S. Open Champion, 2-Time Toyota Texas Bass Classic Qualifier B.A.S.S. Top 150 Angler 1999-2005

Instruction:  Dissecting fall patters associated with creek channels.  Techniques to be discussed include jigs, spoons and big plastics.  Understand ‘Fishing the Moment’ and environmental changes.

How your mental attitude affects success!

 

Stephen Johnston

B.A.S.S. Open Champion, FLW Rayovac Champion, 2007 & 13 Rayovac AOY, 2014 Forrest Wood Cup Qualifier

Evening Seminar:  Secrets to fishing grass… how to break it down and find high percentage areas.  Understanding the best grass fishing techniques from limit producers to winning stringers!

 

Location: Toledo Bend Reservoir, Many, Louisiana

Class Dates:  November 16, 17, 18 2014

Cost:  $1,995 (per person / double occupancy lodging)

Includes:   3 Nights group lodging (Cypress Bend Resort), all Meals (3 Breakfast/2Lunch/3 Dinners), 2 days of intense On-The-Water Instruction with 4 different pro anglers complemented with evening seminar and Q & A sessions.

*A Pro-Bass Class session has a maximum 8 participants.

*All Class participants will be residing double occupancy at Cypress Bend Resort

*Class Participants wishing to room together and paired together during On-The-Water Instruction is available.

 

Contact [email protected] or call 830-719-3648

 

Send tuition payment to:

Pro-Bass Class

P.O. Box 420543

Del Rio, Texas 78842

*Payable to:  Pro-Bass Class

 

*Pro-Bass Class is a “hands on” personal in-depth education service provided to bass anglers wishing to take their skills to the next level.

*Pro-Bass Class is taught by 4 B.A.S.S. Tournament Anglers that have proven track records of success in locating bass all over the country in short time-frames.  Get into their minds while On-The-Water to help you answer that timeless question of how to locate and catch bass quickly and effectively.

*After your daily on the water instruction you will dine and enjoy an evening with the pros while involved in a ‘Think Tank’ discussion group with a guest regional Angler.   This is your time to have any questions answered!

 

Learn keys to angling success such as:

  • Fish location: seasonal patterns, map study and lake breakdown
  • Lure logic:  Lures as tools, when and where, presentation specifics
  • Depth:  unlocking offshore fishing and maximizing the bank bite
  • Tackle balancing:  maximizing rod/reel, line and hooks for the best hook to land ratio
  • Mental coaching: attitude, confidence, mental toughness, angler identity

** Special note:  Topics will vary from session to session and all may not be discussed.

**All participants will receive a generous Tackle Pack to compliment Pro-Bass Class curriculum.  St. Croix Rod to be awarded for Big Bass of the session!

 

Participant Check List:

  • * 3 Rod/Reels and very small tackle bag (2 casting/1 spinning)
  • Appropriate Fishing Lic. For body of water (TX or LA @ Toledo Bend)
  • Appropriate clothing, hat, sunglasses, raingear (Class goes Rain or Shine)
  • Liability Wavier Release

 

*You may choose to use the Instructors equipment during the class although it is recommended you bring a small amount of equipment of you own so the instructors may assist with your current equipment selection.

 

Schedule of Events

November 16

3:30-5:30pm                        Class Participants and Pro Anglers arrive, move into hotel

5:45pm                                                      Pro-Bass Class – Welcome/Introduction

6:00pm                                                      Dinner

7:00pm                                                      Review Schedule of Events and Expectations

7:30pm                                                      Day 1 Concludes

 

November 17

6:30am                                                      Breakfast

7:00am                                    Meet Pro Anglers – On-The-Water skills instruction and improvement

11:30am                                 Lunch and Rotate Anglers

12:15pm                                 Return to On-The-Water skills instruction and improvement

4:45pm                                                      Return to Hotel

6:00pm                                                      Dinner and Evening Seminar with Pro-AnglerHarold Allen, “The Legend”

7:30pm                                                      Day in review

8:00pm                                                      Day Concludes

 

November 18

6:30am                                                      Breakfast

7:00am                                    Meet Pro Anglers – On-The-Water skills instruction and improvement

11:30am                                 Lunch and Rotate Anglers

12:15pm                                 Return to On-The-Water skills instruction and improvement

4:45pm                                                      Return to Hotel

6:00pm                                                      Dinner and Closing

 

November 19

Check-Out                              Breakfast

 

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If you’re interested in becoming a better angler or tournament fisherman and enjoy learning hands-on, Contact [email protected] or 830-719-3648