Nicknamed the “Sportsman’s Paradise,” Louisiana has over 77,000 miles of coastline and the largest manmade lake in the South. Fishing is an important part of Louisiana’s culture, especially when it comes to catching giant redfish.
In the 1970s and '80s, red drum were commercially harvested and were not a protected game fish. This ultimately led to overfishing, resulting in smaller and fewer fish. With the elimination of commercial fishing and the addition of strict bag limits, redfish have be...
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...
Starting in 2022, Texas now has two license options available for fishermen and hunters. You can purchase the traditional printed/paper license, or you can purchase the new digital-only Super Combo license. At the moment, the resident Super Combo license packages appear to be the only license packag...
Beginning September 1, 2022, Texans now have the option to purchase digital fishing and hunting licenses. The popular Super Combo license for Texas residents can be purchased as either a traditional paper license or as the new Digital Super Combo license. If you have ever tagged an oversized redfish...
A while back I got the chance to talk all things redfish with Captain Ryan in Folly Beach, South Carolina. He shared a ton of the insight on gear, tactics, and seasonal changes when targeting redfish. Our conversation was a blast and...
A while back I got the chance to talk all things redfish with Captain Alan in Rockport, Texas. He shared a ton of the insight he has gained over the years targeting redfish on the Texas Coast. Our conversation was a blast...
A while back I got the chance to talk all things redfish with Captain Alan in Rockport, Texas. He shared a ton of the insight he has gained over the years targeting redfish on the Texas Coast. Our conversation was a blast...
Saltwater anglers who dedicate their time chasing inshore species generally utilize waders, a skiff, or the bank to wet a line. Each approach has unique advantages that make them more effective in the right circumstances and are challenging when conditions are less than ideal. For many anglers, the...
For inshore anglers along much of the gulf coast, there are two prized game fish that stand out from the rest of the saltwater bay species. Both redfish and speckled trout hold a special place in the hearts of those who walk the flats or drift the shorelines from dawn to dusk. Other fish, such as fl...
Summertime is the perfect time to go fishing in Florida! The weather is hot, but the fishing is still good. The summer months are generally considered to be June, July, and August. However, the exact dates can vary depending on where you are in Flo...
The spring months are a great time to go fishing in Florida The weather is warming up and the fish are biting. Whether you're fishing, freshwater, inshore, nearshore, or way offshore, there are plenty of great catches to be had. Fish migration patt...
Redfish are one of the most fun fish to catch on an inshore fishing trip. They might not run like billfish or jump like tarpon, but they will sure put up a bullish fight, and if you hook into one big enough, they’ll give you a run for your money. Not only are redfish fun to catch, but they taste del...
When it comes to hiring a fishing guide, your top priorities may be to have a good day on the water and catch a few fish. But if you pay attention, then you might learn some fishing tips and techniques that can last you a lifetime. Here are 10 things that you can learn from a quality fishing guide:...
Happy (almost) Father’s Day to all the Damn Good Dads out there.
In honor of yall and your well deserved holiday, we sat down with Patrick, who recently took a trip with his son, his father-in-law, and his brother-in-law with [Captain Arturo down in South Padre Island](...
Red drum (aka redfish) and black drum are two of the most popular inshore heavy hitters throughout the Gulf and Atlantic Coast. The popularity of these fish is likely due to their large size and a home range that covers more than half of the U.S. Coast. If you love catc...
Fishing is one of the most popular activities in the U.S. and is a great way to experience some of the best seafood available. Here are five of the best fish to eat that you can catch on your next trip to the coast.
Out of all the big...
The southernmost parts of Louisiana where the land melts into the Gulf are well known for exceptional fishing. Anglers’ dreams are made of bull redfish in marshy backwaters and yellowfin tuna schooling near the oil rigs. Every year anglers flock to the Louisiana Coas...
Captain Trey of Santa Rosa Beach has had a pretty busy year already, driving cross country to pick up a new boat and helping his wife get her own captain's license. Luckily, we were able to find some time to talk so we could find out more about him and Santa Rosa Beach fishing.
The definition varies a bit depending on where you look, but pelagic can be defined as relating to open waters or living in water away from shore and the bottom. Using both descriptions, it’s easy to think of giant tuna species that patrol the deep open ocean far from...
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...
With easy access to the Gulf Stream and other prime fishing spots, Charleston has some of the best sportfishing in the country. [Deep sea fishing in Charleston](https://captainexperiences.com/locations/sout...
At Captain Experiences, we work with some Damn Good Guides, and for a lot of them it’s their crew and first mates that make the perfect trip happen.
Sometimes, those deckhands tend to be a little furrier than others. We’d like to introduce you to some of our guides’ best co-captains, their dogs!...
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...
These fish have gained an elevated level of popularity in Texas and have become part of the fishing culture. They are the perfect representation of the state with their large size and unique but beautiful appearance. Over time with their popularity, these fish have become integrated into the traditi...
