Category: Big Bass Miami
Big Bass Miami is your go-to spot for stories, tips, and adventures about trophy Big Bass fishing in South Florida. Led by Peter Cardenas, we celebrate the thrill of chasing giant bass in Miami’s lakes and canals.
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The Bass vs. The Bat
Respect, Responsibility, and the Code You Live By The Bass vs The Bat? At first glance, bass fishing and Batman don’t exactly share much in common. One’s chasing fish in the still waters of the Everglades, the other’s chasing criminals in the dark streets of Gotham.But dig a little deeper, and you realize both are…
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Respect the Catch
The Bass Philosophy: Conservation Starts with Us Every true angler knows — catching fish is only half the story. The other half is to respect the catch, protecting the fish, and doing your part to make sure the next generation has the same chance to experience the thrill of the catch. That’s what The Bass…
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Respect the Water
The Bass Philosophy: Be kind to Nature There’s something sacred about the Everglades. This is why we must respect the water. When the morning fog lifts off the sawgrass and the water starts to breathe again, you feel it — the wild heart of Florida. It’s more than a place to fish; it’s a living…
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Respect the Fish
The Bass Philosophy: Handle with Care Every great fisherman knows — the respect you show the fish says more about you than the size of your catch. Whether it’s a monster largemouth or a small schoolie, how you handle that moment makes all the difference. “Respect the Fish” isn’t just a phrase; it’s a promise…
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The Bass Philosophy
Respect the Fish, Respect the Water, Respect the Catch The Bass Philosophy is about the chase that hooks you long before the fish.You can’t quite explain it to someone who’s never felt it — that quiet moment before the cast, the still water holding its breath, the way your heart slows down and speeds up…
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Bass Lingo & Slang
Bass fishing has its own language, and if you spend enough time on the water or around seasoned anglers, you’ll hear a mix of colorful words and phrases that don’t always make sense at first. This lingo is part of the culture, passed down over generations, and it adds personality to the sport. Whether you’re…
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The Whopper that almost got away!
I was fishing a lake one day when I hooked onto a whopper! I was working a grassy area, so I kept the line tight to keep the fish from diving into the weeds. He fought hard, and I could tell right away he was a hawg!. Then he surfaced — bucketmouth wide open —…
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Florida Bass
(Micropterus floridanus) The Trophy Fish of the Sunshine State When people talk about Big Bass in Florida, they’re usually thinking about one very special fish — the Florida bass (Micropterus floridanus). Long considered just a “largemouth,” this species was officially recognized in 2002 as distinct from its northern cousin. Since then, it’s earned its own…
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Welcome to Big Bass Miami
Where the Big Bass Live Welcome to Big Bass Miami, where the sun, water, and world-class fishing come together. Founded by Peter Cardenas in 2025, Big Bass Miami celebrates the adventure of chasing Big Bass. Our mission is to share the joy, patience, and reward that come from time on the water. A Passion for…