Palm Beach Kayak Report: Sept. 2015

Early angler gets the fish. Fishing early or late in the day is still the key through September. The flats and inlets are holding large amounts of glass minnows. Using lures to imitate these baits will be your best bet. Fishing the inlets, docks and bridges will continue to be a great option.Aug 26th, 2015

Peace River – Port Charlotte Fishing Report: Sept. 2015

Rain has been in the forecast here in Florida the last few weeks. The Peace River is very high and all of its tributaries such as Horse Creek are dumping plenty of freshwater. The past few weeks the waters in Charlotte Harbor have become darkened due to this.Aug 26th, 2015

Garrard’s Bait & Tackle Team Trail

Event # 5 | August 8 Venue: Lake Okeechobee Great day of summertime fishing on the north end of Lake … Aug 14th, 2015

Highlands Bass Anglers Tournament Trail

Lake Arbuckle Open | July 24, 2015 Venue: Lake Arbuckle The July Highlands Bass Angler’s Tournament Trail Open at Lake … Aug 11th, 2015

Garrard’s Bait & Tackle Team Tournament Series

Event # 4 | July 11, 2015 Venue: Lake Okeechobee It was a great day for fishing on Lake Okeechobee … Aug 10th, 2015

Slim’s Bassin Classic

Slim’s Bassin Classic | July 14, 2015 Venue: Lake Okeechobee Despite low water conditions, those that fished the outside edges … Aug 10th, 2015

Industry News: August 2015

BOATDAY LAUNCHES NEW SHARING APP IN MIAMI BoatDay, a Miami-based boating app that makes the boating experience accessible to everyone, … Jul 31st, 2015

The Making of EZGIG

A few years ago, after the passing of a gig building “old timer”, a good frog gig was hard to … Jul 31st, 2015

Florida Alligator Harvest

The harvesting of alligators in Florida is an important component of alligator management in Florida and is regulated by the … Jul 31st, 2015

SCOTT MARTIN CAPTURES FLW 2015 ANGLER OF THE YEAR

For the first time in his storied career, pro Scott Martin of Clewiston, Florida, wrapped up the 2015 Walmart FLW … Jul 31st, 2015

Lure of the Month: SPRO BBZ-1 RAT

Every bass angler searches for an edge, especially on lakes like Okeechobee where fishing pressure can be extensive. Whether a … Jul 31st, 2015

Palm Beach Kayak Fishing Report: August 2015

Fishing will be good if you can get out before the midday heat. The flats are still holding good amounts of bait including mullet and glass minnows.Jul 31st, 2015

Fort Myers Fishing Report: August 2015

August storms and hot weather go hand in hand. The thing is this year the Redfish are just plain wacky. … Jul 31st, 2015

Lake Okeechobee South End Fishing Report: August 2015

August is here on Lake Okeechobee and that means more hot weather and lower water conditions here on the lake. … Jul 31st, 2015

Lake Okeechobee North End Fishing Report: August 2015

With water levels falling and water temps rising, you may need to make a few adjustments to your game plan … Jul 31st, 2015

The Medlock Jig

Bass fishing the waters of Lake Istokpoga and Lake Okeechobee would not be complete without the Medlock Jig. Jul 31st, 2015

The Greatest Fisherman of All Time

Ask a fisherman who was the greatest fisherman of all time and they will probably say Roland Martin, Bill Dance … Jul 31st, 2015

Species Spotlight: Redear Sunfish

The Redear Sunfish is one of three panfish species targeted by local fishermen. The common name for the panfish is Shellcracker. It generally resembles a bluegill with the exception of coloration and size. Jul 31st, 2015

Welcome to the August Issue

Welcome to the August issue of Coastal Angler Magazine’s Okeechobee edition. August is one of those months that just tugs … Jul 30th, 2015

Guy Harvey Outpost – Okeechobee

At a standing room only Okeechobee County Commission meeting held on July 9th, the County Commission unanimously approved a proposal … Jul 30th, 2015