Phenomenal fishing opportunities provide backdrop for 2023 NPAA ... - The Bass Cast

Forestville, WI (November 17, 2023) – The upcoming 2024 "Passion to Profession" NPAA Conference in Fort Myers, Florida, January 5 – 7, 2024, will not only provide attendees with incredible career-building, educational and networking opportunities, the location couldn't be better for nearby inshore saltwater and freshwater fishing.There are opportunities before the conference begins each day and after it closes to hit shore access spots where anglers like St. Croix Rod's Marketing Director and NPAA Corporate Partner, Jesse Simpkins, says he had "one of the finest days of snook fishing ever"—and less than an hour's drive from last winter's conference.Pat Neu, NPAA President commented: "The opportunity to take advantage of Southwest Florida's fishing opportunities and beautiful beaches was a key factor in choosing our conference location. If you have never visited Southwest Florida, you owe it to yourself to make this week a family event."NEARBY FISHING OPPORTUNITIESFor more information on where to fish within a short drive (or walk) from the NPAA Conference, reach out to the folks at local bait/tackle dealers like Master Bait and Tackle right on Bonita Drive—recommended by local guide and NPAA member, Captain Debbie Hanson. Tell them you're attending the NPAA conference, stop in and buy some bait and local lures, and chances are they'll give you the scoop on easy-access, bridge, beach, and canal bites, including mangrove snapper, seatrout, and the occasional snook or redfish.But there are charter and guided options available, too, especially if you book soon—with fellow, well-known NPAA members!