Greater Augusta Fishing & Outdoors

The Angler Magazine Greater Augusta Edition is best resource for anglers & outdoor enthusiasts. Browse through our fishing reports, forecasts, fishing tips and advice from the local guides and prolific anglers.

Tarpon Migration, The Spring Sweep

By Caitlyn Gatrell May is a special time of year in the backcountry of the Everglades. The birds are flying … Apr 30th, 2026

Kids and Fishing

By: Jessica Hendrie Bass fishing holds a special place in my heart. I grew up fishing with my dad and … Apr 30th, 2026

May Is the Month

By: Captain Terry Fisher May is the month for opportunities galore when it comes to targeting fish. Moderate and consistent … Apr 30th, 2026

Naples Fishing Reports

Transition Month

By: Capt. RoanZ May in Southwest Florida is our month of transition from spring to summer.  This is also one … Apr 30th, 2026

Migration Time

By: Capt. Bart Marx The waters have warmed up and one of the most anticipated events is the migration of … Apr 30th, 2026

Tarpon On the Move

By: Alex Baumann Each May, the waters of Pine Island Sound fill with the rolling backs of migrating tarpon, signaling … Apr 30th, 2026

Bobbers Bait & Tackle

By: Dan Carns Pine Island, Matlacha and the surrounding area suffered a devastating hurricane when Ian blew through Southwest Florida … Apr 30th, 2026

Invasive Species: What They Are and How You Can Help

By Michael Sipos, Florida Sea Grant Agent, UF/IFAS Extension Collier County If you have seen an orange-headed agama lizard running … Mar 31st, 2026

Warmer Waters

By: Capt. Bart Marx Now that it is April in Southwest Florida, temperatures are warming up as the waters get … Mar 31st, 2026

SWFL Catch of the Month

Many Choices

By: Capt. Dave Stephens Without a doubt, May is probably one of my favorite months to fish Charlotte Harbor. Our … Apr 30th, 2026

Heating Up

By: Capt. Billy Norris Offshore action across the Gulf this past month has been nothing short of fantastic! The spring … Apr 30th, 2026

Swim Your Jig

By Joe Sheaffer If I had to pick one lure to fish, with no hesitation it would be a jig. … Apr 30th, 2026

Naples Fishing & Outdoors

Snook and Tarpon

By: Capt. Roan Snook season is upon us and no better bait to break out than the Mega and Magnum … Feb 28th, 2026

May’s Action

By: Capt. Bart Marx The cool fronts have slowed and it’s now easier to travel offshore. The annual migration of … Apr 30th, 2025

Protect Beach Wildlife from Fireworks this July Fourth Weekend

Thinking about taking fireworks out to the beach for an Independence Day celebration? Some things to keep in mind! Although … May 31st, 2024

Bald Eagles Rely on Careful Anglers

Boaters along Florida’s waterways often see Ospreys perched atop a channel marker or soaring overhead, but sometimes a closer look … Apr 30th, 2024

Fishing Tips & Advice

Important Update on Navigating Wiggins Pass

by Alan Ritchie All mariners that use the waters in southwest Florida are aware that conditions are dynamic and are … Apr 1st, 2019

Boat Engine Tips & Tricks

by Kit Sawyer There are several things to look over before using your boat, such as pulling the drain plug … Sep 1st, 2018

When it comes to barotrauma, the right tools mean everything.

It’s that time of year when you may be fishing for snapper and grouper. Continue your role as a conservationist … Aug 1st, 2018

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