FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ's)

Q: What is provided on my trip?
A: I provide the following:

• All equipment (rods, reels, lures, bait, etc.)
• Gatorade refreshments
• A professionally maintained boat with a clean, quiet Honda 4-stroke outboard
• Digital photos of your catch, sent by e-mail, within a week of your trip's end
• Transportation to and from your local lodging, if requested

Q: What should I bring with me on my trip?
A: You should bring the following:

• A current fishing license (see "What about my fishing license?" below)
• Adequate clothing (layering is smart all year round)
• A windbreaker (to keep boat spray off when we travel at high speeds)
• Raingear (if the weatherman indicates)
• A hat (but don't forget to protect your neck, too)
• Sunblock (I use SPF 50)
• Polarized sunglasses
• Snacks (I just take care of the beverages)
• During cold months bring fingerless gloves, as well as full length gloves which will fit over the fingerless gloves, and a stocking cap

Q: What about a fishing license?
A: Clients 17 and older WILL need a license, but that need not be expensive. Read on ...

• Texas residents at least 65 years old, and born on or after Sept. 1, 1930 may purchase an annual license for a reduced price.
• Texas residents younger than 65 may purchase a one-day license for a reduced price.
• A current listing of all license types and costs may be found at http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/publications/annual/general/fish_licenses/

Q: Is there anything of interest for the non-angler to do?
A:
In Salado: Art Galleries, Antiques, Crafts, Women's Fashions, Stagecoach Inn, B&B's galore, Carriage Rides
In Austin: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Museum, Congress Street Bat Flight, Austin City Limits Tour, LBJ Library, Texas State Capitol Complex, Governor's Mansion, Bob Bullock State History Museum
In Belton: Summer Fun USA Water Park, U. of Mary Hardin Baylor, Bell Co. Museum, 'Cochran Blair & Potts'
In Ft. Hood: 1st Calvary Museum, 4th Infantry Museum, Mayborn Planetarium, Wal-Mart, Restaurant Row
In Round Rock: AAA Baseball Team "Round Rock Express" at Dell Diamond, Innerspace Caverns
In San Marcos: Aquarena Center, Wonder World Cave, Commemorative Air Force
In Waco: Dr. Pepper Museum, Texas Ranger Museum, Cameron Park Zoo, Mayborn Museum, Sports Hall of Fame

Q: Do you fish in any other lakes?
A: The five lakes I primarily fish are Stillhouse Hollow Reservoir, Belton Lake, Granger Lake, Decker Lake (a.k.a. Walter E. Long Reservoir) and Lake Georgetown. I will gladly consider fishing elsewhere on a case-by-case basis. For example, if you would like me to come to you and teach you to vertical jig or to fish with downriggers on "your lake" with my equipment, we can work such a project out. Obviously, standard rates will not apply."

Q: Where may I purchase a fishing license?
A: I strongly suggest that you purchase your license before you travel to the area. Fishing licenses are available at all Wal-Mart stores in Texas. Should advanced purchase not be possible, these local outlets are available. Please attempt to secure your license no later than the night before your trip. We cannot fish without a license, and we stand a chance of missing the early bite on a morning trip if we're not out at first light:

• In Belton: Wal-mart, 2604 North Main Street, 254-939-0962
• In Harker Heights: Wal-mart, 2720 Eastbound US Highway 190, 254-542-7600
• In Killeen: Wal-mart, 1400 Lowe's Blvd., 254-526-4102
• In Salado: Licenses NOT available in the Village of Salado
• In Temple: Wal-mart, 3401 South 31st Street, 254-778-9235
• In Temple: Academy, 1407 Marlandwood Rd., 254-742-7350

Q: Do you have any recommendations for local lodging?
A: I have personally met with the proprietors of the establishments listed under the LODGING section and have personally visited their properties (accompanied by my wife, to make sure all considerations feminine were taken into account, too). So, I can say with confidence that you will not be disappointed in staying with any of the fine folks shown there.