New here

[KYHorseflys]

Hi everyone... I'm a newbie here and honestly, pretty new to sport fishin' as well. In fact the last time I fished was in AK back in 1990-1991 - and that was fly-fishin' for salmon. Don't really do that anymore. Gosh, probably the last time I went fishin' 'round here was as a kid! Anyways, I've been reading books, articles, online stuff, looking at catalogs, buyin' stuff (lures) here and there and am getting excited for warm weather to return and begin a (re)new hobby! I'm hoping to get a new reel and rod in the next few days and going practice casting down on the Ohio River (I live in Louisville). Anyways, just wanted to introduce myself, and hope to learn lots (for myself and 2 kids who want to get into it as well) and maybe even meet a few fishin' partners eventually. I've been reading the board here for a few weeks and figured it was time to jump in.

So I'm looking to get an affordable (since I'm new to it all) combo set from the Bass Pro Shop, and start hittin' the local waters. Any advice or ideas on how to get started would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks!

[gettingonefishin]

Welcome to the board. What area Ky you in?

[KYHorseflys]

I'm in Louisville.

[mattplapp]

Since your new, you will love our annual Tackle show this weekend, March 4th & 5th from 8am-9pm both days. Over 60 manufacturers will be on hand for one-to-one conversations about their products. Plus they will be demonstrating the products on the Bass Tank as well. go to www.plapps.com for more information.

Matt Plapp

[Danny]

And, welcome back to KY. You post read like maybe you used to be in this area as a kid.

I think you will find a lot of nice folks on here, and a lot of good fishing information.

Good luck, and we look forward to reading about your fishing endeavors and successes.

Danny

[KYHorseflys]

Thanks!

Yeah, I'm actually from Louisville - grew up here - but moved out west after high school in 1990... but have moved back and been back for some time. I guess a fiancee from Georgia will make ya talk a little like that too though ;) HA HA HA!!

Anyways, lookin' forward to meeting new folks and learning a bunch!

Cain't wait to get fishin'!!!

[smljaw]

Welcome to the board. I have been posting here for a few months and have picked up lots of good tips and information. Keep an eye on this board and you will learn quite a bit from experienced anglers. You may also want to check out the following site for a wealth of info...

http://www.bassdozer.com/articles.shtml

[KYHorseflys]

Thanks for the link! I've read some great stuff (mostly on this site and landbigfish.com), but hadn't really checked that site out yet - have heard about it though.

Thanks again!

[SaltRiverFishSlayer]

Welcome fishin friend. Shoot me an email and maybe we can get together and I can show you a place or 2 for wading and boat fishing.

[KYHorseflys]

Don't have a boat sadly... YET!!! :) Would surely like to learn some good spots though! Thanks for the invite!

[JoeB]

Welcome back to KY. Here's my best advice: Don't wait for warm weather!!!!! The winter fishing has been fantastic this year.

[KYHorseflys]

Wish I could... still gotta get geared up! I'll get there eventually though! Actually been reading a bunch about cold weather fishing...