Fishing is a popular activity in the Tampa Bay area, with a plethora of options available for anglers of all skill levels. One option that is particularly popular among locals and visitors alike is fishing from piers. The Tampa Bay area is home to several fishing piers that offer easy access to the...
Shark fishing in Tampa, Florida, is an exciting and adventurous activity for anglers of all levels of experience. Tampa Bay and the surrounding waters are home to a variety of shark species, making it an excellent destination for shark fishing enthusiasts. In this blog post, we'll take a look at the...
Tampa, Florida is known for its warm climate and beautiful beaches, but it is also a great location for fishing enthusiasts. With its abundance of waterways and diverse marine life, Tampa offers an array of fishing destinations for all skill levels. Here are the top fishing destinations near Tampa a...
Destin, Florida, is a paradise for fishing enthusiasts, with an abundance of fish species that can be caught year-round. In this blog post, we'll take a look at the top 10 fish species to catch in Destin and their respective seasons, as well as where you can find them.
Destin is one of the most popular fishing destinations in the world thanks to the diversity of fish species and its unique geography. Destin’s location on the Gulf makes for great weather and fishing throughout the year. The city is known as “the world’s lucki...
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Redfish are an inshore species with more loyal fans than most professional sports teams. These handsome fish get their name from the copper color that dominates their body, which also sports a distinctive black spot or spots near the tail. On some redfish, the spots are so numerous they cover the fi...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Bass anglers across the country know Florida for one thing, BIG BASS! Countless bass fishing tournaments occur across the Sunshine State, meaning some lakes are heavily pressured, but other overlooked lakes are also worth hitting up.
There’s a reason so many other states are stocking Florida-stra...
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...
Striped bass are streamlined fish with a silvery-white body that is marked with longitudinal stripes that start at their gills and run to the base of their tail. As an anadromous fish, striped bass can live in freshwater or saltwater similar to rainbow trout, which are c...
Guarantees are few and far between when you head out on the water, let alone miles offshore. All fish species can be fickle and disregard your bait for a variety of reasons, from the wrong presentation to poor visibility. Guides and captains know what works in their area well, but they come prepared...
The regulations and limits for billfish can vary quite a bit from one location to another. Its important to know the regulations where you plan to fish to make sure you’re always following the rules. These limits have been set to make sure that these pr...
Billfish is the general name used to describe some pelagic species that have a distinctive spear-shaped bill attached to their upper jaw. These fish include sailfish, swordfish, marlin, and spearfish. Of these fish, the first three mentioned are the most sought...
Bonefish can be found in the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, as well as the Gulf of Mexico, but the best place to hook one is in the Keys. The Florida Keys are known for being an anglers paradise, with bonefish accounting for a majority of the trips that are run. Even though...
Perhaps most famous of all the claims surrounding America’s celebrated false albacore fisheries stands a remark made by Dale Spartas during the early aughts off Palm Beach, Florida, when he hooked one of those tunas for the first time. As backing disap...
The record bluefin tuna in Florida currently sits at 826.5 pounds, which was caught off the coast of Destin in 2017. This past Sunday, April 17th, 2022, the No Name boat was 160 miles offshore from Destin on a trip meant to target marlin when they hooked in...
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...
The goliath grouper is the largest grouper species and in the Atlantic Ocean can be found from Florida to Brazil. This titanic fish can grow over eight feet long and weigh up to 800 pounds, but surprisingly, these monster fish generally live in less than 150 feet of...