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Predators of the Dark

Written By: Caitlyn Gatrell It’s no secret that sharks have practically taken over the Ten Thousand Islands. Each venture out …

Spring Transitions

By: Capt. Dave Stephens As the saying goes April showers bring May flowers. Well, I for one hope the rain …

In the Kitchen with Jessica

By: Jessica Harris Fishing holds a special place in my heart as well as cooking. I’ve always been interested in …

From the Captains...

Invasive Species

By: Mike Sipos Lionfish, tiger prawns, zebra mussels oh my! What does each one of these aquatic critters have in …

Transitioning to Spring

By: Capt. Billy Norris It’s been a tough winter this year with seemingly nonstop cold fronts keeping it windy and …

Snook Trip

By: Hunter Pence Many coastal anglers living in Florida are in search of big snook.  Joe, Trey Brooks and I, …

Tide Charts

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Wonderful World of Fishing

By: Capt. Terry Fisher The month of April is the beginning of the tarpon migration to Southwest Florida from the …

Warming Waters

By: Capt. Bart Marx April in Southwest Florida marks the water temps getting warmer day by day. This is a …

Old Haunts

By: Dan Carns It’s quite remarkable how an old fishing spot can remain one of your favorite places to fish …

Fort Myers Fishing & Outdoor Articles

Change Is in The Air

By: Capt. Bart Marx Hello fellow anglers, I was just sitting here trying to figure out how many years I …

February’s Opportunities

By: Capt. Bart Marx February in Southwest Florida – Hello fellow anglers! Last year in Florida was the hottest year …

January’s Opportunities

by: Capt. Bart Marx January in Southwest Florida and we start a new year of fishing! There are many options …

Watch The Weather

By: Capt. Bart Marx December in Southwest Florida that means you are finished shopping for Christmas, or you have not …