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Nestled along the pristine coast of Alabama, Gulf Shores offers a treasure trove of fishing opportunities. While inshore fishing is popular, the region's nearshore...

Gulf Shores, nestled along the beautiful coast of Alabama, is a paradise for fishing enthusiasts. With its pristine waters, abundant marine life, and stunning landscapes, it offers an unforgettable experience for inshore fishing. Whethe...

Florida Grouper Season 2024

See below for specific seasons for grouper fishing in florida in 2024. See here for more general information on [fishing for grouper in florida](https://captainexperiences.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about...

What is a Speckled Trout?

Spotted sea trout or speckled trout for short, are usually found in the salty coastal waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Eastern Atlantic. Despite their name, they’re actually more closely related to the drum family rather than the trout family.

What is a Redfish?

Redfish or red drum can be found in the inshore waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico where they have become one of the most popular game fish. These beautiful fish generally have a gold to red streamlined body with a distinct black spot on their tail but multi...

What is Mahi-Mahi?

The mahi mahi is a fish with a unique appearance that can be found across the world. They are brightly colored blue, yellow, green and often have spots or other patterns found on their body. Mahi mahi is a popular recreational sportfish in the Pacific, Atlantic, and Gulf of...

What is an Amberjack?

The greater amberjack, also known as AJ, amberjack, and reef donkey is generally described as being brown to olive on their back with a large head and mouth. Amberjack have a distinct dark stripe that runs from their snout to their tail that will light up when they are fe...

What is a Yellowfin Tuna?

The yellowfin tuna is a large torpedo-shaped fish that inhabits tropical and subtropical waters across the world. They are known to travel great distances and are classified as a highly migratory species (HMS) although recent evidence suggests that they may not move a...

Red Snapper Seasons By Region

It's red snapper season! The Gulf states have revealed their dates for the 2023 season, so if you're looking to target these voracious feeders, now's the time to book 'em up before someone else does.

Here's an overview of what's been announced. For more in depth...

What Is a Red Snapper?

Red snapper is one of the most highly sought-after game fish in the Gulf of Mexico, and for good reason - they’re a blast to catch and delicious to eat (and they look awesome in pictures). Red snapper can be found...

Whether you’re headed out on your own or fishing with a guide, it’s important to stay in compliance with the rules and regulations of the area you plan to fish. While the responsibility of getting your license falls on you, a guide service will generally tell you what you need to have. If they don’t...

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What’s a Triggerfish?

Triggerfish are oval-shaped fish with large heads, small mouths, small eyes, buck teeth, and three dorsal spines that give this fish its name. The first two spines work together to create a unique locking mechanism that is used to hide from potential threats. When these...

Orange Beach is reef fishing heaven with more reefs and fish than any other destination in the Gulf. Alabama has the largest artificial reef program in the United States with over 17,000 artificial reefs. The array of reefs is densely packed into the small Alabama coastline and gives anglers the opp...

Deep Sea Fishing Gulf shores: Fishing Pleasure Island

Gulf Shores is a deep sea reef fishing paradise with more fish on more habitat than anywhere else in the Gulf. Alabama has the largest artificial reef program in the United States with over 17,000 artificial r...

What is an Amberjack?

The greater amberjack, also known as AJ, amberjack, and reef donkey is generally described as being brown to olive on their back with a large head and mouth. Amberjack have a distinct dark stripe that runs from their snout to their tail that wil...

What is a Redfish?

Redfish, also called red drum or spottail bass, can be found in the inshore waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, where they have be...

Destin Deep Sea Fishing: Fishing on the Edge

Destin isn’t the number 1 most popular sportfishing destination in the US for no reason. The diversity of species and the unique location on the Gulf make for year-round good weather and primetime fishing action. Dest...

What is a Yellowfin Tuna?

The yellowfin tuna is a large torpedo-shaped fish that inhabits tropical and subtropical waters across the world. They are known to travel great distances and are classified as a highly migratory species (HMS) although recent evidence suggests...

Thankfully, it’s summertime. With summertime, means in comes the heat, and not just with fishing, but literally! If you’re booking a fishing trip in a Southern region like Galveston, Texas, Destin, Florida, or Orange Beach, Alabama, the heat will hit you!

Heat can get the best of all of us, and t...

FINAL UPDATE: SEASON CLOSED!

The 2021 season has officially wrapped! Thanks to everyone who made it spectacular. To see more information on the 2022 season click here. To make sure you reserve a s...