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.

Spring Fishing

By: Caitlyn Gatrell Spring is definitely one of my favorite times of the year to fish my local areas of … Mar 31st, 2026

The Pescadora Experience

By: Jessica Hendrie I recently had the chance to travel to Costa Rica and fish in the Pescadora Billfish Championship, … Mar 31st, 2026

Southwest Florida Tarpon

By: Capt. Terry Fisher Warm waters are here in Southwest Florida bringing baits and tarpon in good numbers. I feel … Mar 31st, 2026

Naples Fishing Reports

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

Fly Fishing Beach Tactics

By Alex Baumann April turns the beaches of Sanibel Island into prime staging grounds for spawning snook. As bait schools … Mar 31st, 2026

Kayak Fishing

By: Dan Carns In my opinion, April is the month that truly defines spring fishing in Southwest Florida! It’s the … Mar 31st, 2026

Tarpon Time

By: Capt. Andrew Bennett For most nearshore anglers in Southwest Florida the most challenging fish to catch is the Tarpon. … Mar 31st, 2026

Go With What You Have

By: Capt. Tim Ramsey  There I was. Panama. The wind was calm. The sun shined brightly. The aroma of steak … Feb 28th, 2026

SWFL Catch of the Month

Warmer Waters

By: Capt. Dave Stephens As we get into the heart of Spring there is now a lot of activity happening … Mar 31st, 2026

Spring Fishing

By: Capt. Billy Norris What a crazy winter it’s been!  We had two major cold fronts reach down from the … Mar 31st, 2026

Fishing Blowouts

By Joe Sheaffer Late spring into early summer is a great time to fish our Southwest Florida beaches. The weather … Mar 31st, 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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