How many more THINGS do your loved ones really need this year? Another sweatshirt? More socks? Bigmouth Billy Bass for the wall? We’ve come to the conclusion that experiences last far longer than many tangible items, so as you think about the gifts you’ll give this year, please consider a trip. Ideally it’ll be a trip to one of the lodges that I work with, so that I can help you and your unexpecting recipient have a bucket list fishing experience, but even if it’s not, we’re here to help. Email me or call me and I’ll be happy to do the research on an option that fits your budget, your timeframe and your preferences.

Remember, I can get you signed up for a 2024 epic adventure in the following places:

• Lake El Salto, Mexico

• Lake Picachos, Mexico

• Bristol Bay, Alaska

• Pacific Coast of Guatemala

• Gulf of Chiriqui, Panama

And if a trip is not in the cards for any reason, we’ll be happy to make unfiltered gift recommendations, too. Just reach out so your XXXXL brother-in-law headed to Florida doesn’t end up with an XXS parka, and your trout fishing purist son doesn’t end up with a nightcrawler farm.

In case you missed them, here are some of our recent blogs:

• Taking a First-Time Angler Bass Fishing in Mexico

• Cooper Neblett – Unknown Neighbor Becomes Our Bear Trail Lodge Guide

• Don’t Fear the Fly Rod

• Five Favorites from the 2023 Bass Fishing Hall of Fame Induction Banquet

• Paul Fisler’s El Salto Personal Best Largemouth

• My Favorite Rapala DT Crankbait Colors for Mexico

• Three Sunline Tips from 2023 Elite Series Angler of the Year Kyle Welcher

• Things that Haven’t Changed About the Alaska Travel Experience

• The Original B.A.S.S. Groupie

• Randy Blaukat’s Megabass Vision 110 Starter Set