What do I need?

[Trophyhunter8]

I agree art, that's what it is too many boaters should have stayed co-anglers for a few more years. Don't get me wrong out of the 7 boaters, I had 3 good ones. learned a lot.

[CMIDD]

Thanks for the info and insight Guys. I have fished with Dave, and he is excellent at what he does. Art, if what you say is true, then this is exactly what I am looking for. Mainly to become a more versatile angler. To try new techniques, hone my skills on the ones I already know, and just learn. As I said, the money would be great, but just being out, away from the day to day grind, with nothing to focus on except catching fish. That is a wonderful day no matter how you slice it.

[stevec]

well put scott...I really enjoy the aspect of meeting new fisherman and learning new techniques..made lots of new friends ..and as far as bad boaters go Ive had 1 in six years..luck of the draw..maybe..but even with the 1 bad one I still learned something...good luck this year..cant wait..oh and trophy hunter..good call on dave..Ive been out with him every year for the last 4 years...he's a great teacher and all around great guy

[Rangerman]

Lots of good articles on the FLW web site regarding this subject. Just do a search and you should be able to come up with some good info. Let me know if you can't find them and I will see if I can get you the exact link. I fished a BASS Elite Series event as a co-angler (with Shaw Grisby...Great guy!) and found them very informative.

As for my two cents worth you would be better off hiring someone like Dave Stewart and having him teach you a few things over several sessions. Then sign up in a local bass club and put that information to use. I don't really see that much benefit in the co-angler deal when you consider it over the majority of the boaters. I'm sure others will disagree but that was my take.