I thought I could fish until I started tournament fishing and found I realy did not have a clue.After the first tournament I was hooked all I think about is what I did and what I will do the next time I am on a certain lake.Bassmania is always looking for scrutineers to sit in the boats of guys who have qulified by themselves at their classic .I have done this several times and learned a great deal and it costs nothing.Never get discouraged,the guys at the top just know more and every tournament you fish the more you learn,it takes time.One tip I can give you,learn to fish in cold front weather,if you can do that the rest is easy.The last two years it seemed like every week end it was cold with strong winds,not pleasant at all,you payed your money out you go.Tournaments force you learn, nothing is wores than the early trip to the ramp.I wish you success,never surrender.