Florida Bass Fishing
Artificial Lure only Bass Fishing
Born from an idea decades ago, AE Guides Service caters to the fisherman who wants to do more than just watch bobbers for hours on end. Instead, feel the tap and tug as you coaxed that bass to hit your presentation using your personal skills. That’s the difference between fishing and catching! Florida offers the best Largemouth Bass fishing in the world and now you have the option to measure yourself like the Professionals do, Largemouth VS Artificial.
Why choose AE?
Boats
Capt. Lou’s Vexus has the big glass boat feel yet is nimble enough to navigate the narrow Everglades waterways. Capt. Lee’s Triton is heavy and fast. Both necessary to comfortably make long runs on the Kissimmee Chain to find the big bite.
Gear
The prevailing opinion is that guide gear is less than great. That may be true of most, but not here. We provide outstanding gear for our clients. 13 Fishing Concept Z baitcasters and Pfluger President spinning reels. Both paired with either Dobyns Sierra model rods or custom NFC’s built by FDx Custom Rods.
Attitude
Guides are people. And not all people do things for the right reasons. We have both given up other successful careers to do this because we love fishing. The weather and the fish can’t be controlled, however we are committed to you having an exceptional experience while on an AE fishing trip.
Capt. Lee Harrelson - Central Florida
Even though Capt. Lee is a Florida native, he grew up fishing Lake Norman, NC and fished his first B.A.S.S. tournament in 1983. In 1987, Lee moved to Central Florida and began his career in the construction industry. Having lived here since, he has fished hundreds tournaments on local waters. He currently lives in Port Hatch, on the Kissimmee Chain between Lake Toho and Lake Kissimmee. His passion for teaching bass fishing, plus residing on a world class bass factory, puts him on the water over 300 days a year.
Capt. Lou Lagrange - South Florida
Introduced to fishing at the age of 10 by his mother, Capt. Lou has been fishing the Everglades for over a quarter century. His first career was in the Wellness Industry with an emphasis on client services and education. In addition he has been a middle and high school coach for nearly 10 years. Lou’s passion for fishing comes from “winning the Game.” In his words “figuring out the fishing strategy of the day is what drives me to play this game, day in, and day out.” Capt. Lou is also our Peacock Bass specialist. Peacock specific trips are available certain times of the year.