I never keep any bass anymore... my biggest larry ever was 6 pounds back in Oklahoma, so it would have to be a good 8 pounds or so for me to keep it. If it's a smallie, it would have to be 5 or 6 pounds. My biggest bass here in MA is 4 pounds, caught at Norton res.
I always try to remember to take the digital camera with me when I go fishing nowadays - they're all good, some just bite your bait abit too soon in their careers.
If want fresh fish to eat, crappies and bluegills are plentiful...