Florida Bass Fishing Guides - Capt Leo Sestini

Lake Okeechobee and Lake Istokpoga, Florida
USCG Licensed Telephone 412-629-4307
email: captleo@floridabassguide.com

Your Fishing Day...

Begins early! Approximately 3/4 of an hour before sunrise...

Included are boat, motor, and fuel plus all tackle necessary for live bait fishing

The trip will end approximately mid-afternoon and split-days of fishing are available as an option.

We recommend eating lightly; fruits and sandwiches are great while fishing. Coolers are not necessary as our boat is equipped with a cold storage compartment for your use.

Here's a proud first-time
angler! Click to enlarge

Bathroom facilities are not available on the water.

Capt. Leo is a professional and will make every effort to accommodate the comfort and privacy of female clients.

Water and Boating Safety

Capt. Leo is knowledgeable about water and boating safety. His boat is state-of-the-art and in top running condition. The boat is equipped with full electronics including VHF two-way radio that is continuously monitored for emergency transmissions.

Although catching fish is your prime reason for our services, we must put your safety above anything else. The following "boat rules" are mandatory.

1. During any boat speeds over 15mph, all persons must wear a securely fastened life vest (supplied of course).

2. No firearms may be brought aboard by the client.

3. Alcohol may be brought aboard by the client, but drunkenness will not be tolerated.

4. Decisions by Capt. Leo involving any onboard safety matters or movement from an area for safety reasons are non-debatable.

Weather and Dress...

Florida's weather conditions are unpredictable. The weather (May through September) is typically 75-95 degrees. Normal dress for most anglers under these conditions would be undershirt, pullover shirt, a light windbreaker, jeans with shorts or swimsuit underneath, and soft-soled shoes.

The weather (October through April) is not typical. Early morning temperatures may be in the 30's with afternoon temperatures 50 to 80 degrees. Your apparel should consist of layers of clothing that may be shed during the day. Dress for most anglers under these conditions would be undershirt, pullover shirt, a sweater, a medium weight jacket, jeans with shorts or a swimsuit underneath, and soft-soled shoes. Thermal clothing may be necessary at times during the winter months.

Accommodations

Okeechobee:
Budget Inn 863-763-3185
Days Inn 863-763-8003
Flamingo Motel 863-763-6100
Holiday Inn 863-357-3529

Istokpoga:
Cypress Isle RV Park and Marina
863-465-5241 or visit their website at:
http://www.geocities.com/cypressislerv

Transportation...

Recommended airports for commercial flying are located to the north at Orlando, Florida, and to the south at West Palm Beach, Florida. Each airport is about one and one half hours drive to Lake Okeechobee. Rental cars are available at the airport.

Are You Ready For Some Fishing?

If you plan to fish artificial baits, we prefer that you bring two rod and reel combinations that you are familiar with and like to use.

Lake Okeechobee resident sport fishermen are extremely conservation minded. Capt. Leo urges clients to keep only trophy bass and / or what he or she will eat, and release the rest. In keeping with this theme, we will not keep any fish over three pounds for eating. Capt. Leo will clean your limit of fish for you to take home or to a local restaurant.

Many fine restaurants are available in the local area. Most of these establishments will cook your catch and provide the side dishes and beverage for a nominal charge.

Naturally, you may want to have your trophy fish mounted. Taxidermy services are available locally.

Lake Okeechobee and Lake Istokpoga, Florida
USCG Licensed Telephone 412-629-4307
email: captleo@floridabassguide.com