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Clumps

By: Joe Sheaffer When we think of grass in the surf, it means fishing is going to be a challenge. …

Springtime Tarpon Fishing

By: Caitlyn Gatrell Tarpon fishing is nothing short of an adventure. It’s an intense and challenging yet rewarding activity. If …

Mahi Mania

by Jessica Harris Hendrie When it comes to combining the thrill of fishing and the joy of eating, nothing beats …

From the Captains...

Algal Blooms Threaten Coastal Fish Populations

It’s the hottest part of the year in Florida, increasing the risk of devastating algal blooms in our waterways and …

Kayak Fishing

By: Eric Henson This summer has been pretty hot and not very wet. Last year’s weather was very similar in these …

Hurricane Preparation

By: Brycin We all know hurricane season is here and is going to be here through the end of November. Nearly …

Tidecharts

July’s Activity

By: Capt. Dave Stephens July is a month that many different things should be going on. Sometimes Mother Nature can …

Moby Dick Returns to Key Colony Beach

By: Captain Terry Fisher It is 1st Mate Vicki and my annual trip to the Florida Keys for two weeks …

Sarasota Fishing & Outdoor Articles

Summer in SWFL

Capt. Bart Marx Summer in SWFL and things are hot already. And going offshore it may be a little cooler …

Diving and Fishing the Florida Keys

By: Capt. Tony  Young April is one of my favorite months to dive and fish, I see it as a …

Kayak Fishing

By: Eric Henson With spring rolling in and it being a mildly cool winter, I try to enjoy the cooler …

Fishing With Artificials

By: Eric Henson Anyone who knows me will tell you that when it comes to inshore fishing, I am an …

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