Tampa Bay Articles

Outfitting a boat for offshore fishing can feel overwhelming, but prioritizing safety, education, and reliable equipment is key to success. From investing in quality safety gear and electronics to choosing versatile tackle and learning from experienced boaters, the right preparation helps reduce risk and maximize your time on the water. Check out some great tips here!Editorial StaffApr 7th, 2026

Peacock Bass: South Florida’s Best Kept Secret

Florida’s peacock bass fishery, created by stocking efforts in the 1980s, has quietly become a major success—producing hard-fighting, colorful gamefish that thrive in South Florida canals and offer anglers a unique, world-class experience close to home. Check out some great catches here!Editorial StaffApr 10th, 2026

Species Spotlight – Monarch Butterfly By: Wes Tallyn

Old Salt 32nd Annual Spring King Of The Beach Tournament & Festival April 24-26, 2025

Species Spotlight: Yellow-bellied Sapsucker By: Wes Tallyn

Ahoy Mates! It’s The Tampa Bay Boat Show

An Incredible Tortoise Tale By: Wes Tallyn

the Largest Boat Show on FLORIDA’S Gulf Coast RETURNS TO ST. PETERSBURG

Fork and a Knife By: Wes Tallyn

Christmas Bird Count By: Wes Tallyn

Fall Is for The Smoker By: Josh Broer

Off The Hook Outdoors Expo Is Coming to Safety Harbor Nov. 16

Old Salt 31st Annual Fall King Of The Beach Tournament & Festival September 7-9, 2024

Ahoy Mates! It’s The Tampa Bay Boat Show

Win Big While Making a Difference with Beavertail Skiffs & Salt Strong Alliance

Mistaken Snake’n By: Wes Tallyn

Tarpon On Foot – The Land Based Alternative By: Josh Broer

Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary By: Wes Tallyn

The Small Florida Falcons By: Wes Tallyn

The Thrilling Chase for Silver Kings: Tarpon Fishing on Florida’s Coast

Snapping Turtle or Softshell Turtle? By: Wes Tallyn

Anglers United in Victory: The Grouper Regulation Turnaround

Outfitting Your Boat for Offshore Fishing

Peacock Bass: South Florida’s Best Kept Secret

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