Forty-three fish were brought in for weigh-in. The biggest fish of the tournament went to Ty Walker for his 4.7-pound black drum.Cammie and Capt. Joe WardApr 4th, 2016
Since grouper season remains closed through the end of the month, spearfishermen should consider targeting snappers, cobia, triggerfish and amberjacks for smoked fish dip this time of year.Steve WoodApr 4th, 2016
The first tournament in the series— Wahoo Weekend—held March 3-6, 2016, saw competitive wahoo and mahi action with Team “No Credit” from Fort Lauderdale, taking the winning team honors with a total of 262.8 pounds over two days of offshore action.Editorial StaffApr 4th, 2016
Capt. Billy Black, Duchess Sportfishing, tells us “It’s tuna time. Slow down the wahoo troll, use smaller lures and more surface baits.”Treasure CoastApr 4th, 2016
Waiting until water gets south to store it is not a proper consideration. Sometimes it rains where you want to store the water. Having another and alternative location is prudent. Waiting until water gets a few miles away from the Everglades to clean it is not in the best interest of this natural wonder.Guest ColumnistApr 4th, 2016
We’re all frustrated with the continued discharges to our already troubled waterways, and we need to continue to push our state and federal officials to find a solution… and fast. But, we can’t turn our backs on local businesses while we fight. The Economic Council will continue to stand up for all businesses in Martin County – large and small—that are being adversely affected.Guest ColumnistApr 4th, 2016
The St. Lucie County Chamber of Commerce will host its 20th Annual Fishing Frenzy, presented by Geico Treasure Coast on May 13-14, 2016 at the City Marina in Historic Downtown Fort Pierce. This offshore dolphin (mahi-mahi) fishing tournament offers $16,000.00 in cash and prizes, with a $10,000.00 Grand Prize for the heaviest dolphin.Treasure CoastApr 4th, 2016
Redfish and trout will become more active around the flats. They will be shallow early and gradually move to the edges of the flats as the sun get higher in the sky. Look to areas like Bear Point, Harbor Branch and Round Island for trout to be feeding on the flats.Capt. Charlie ConnerApr 4th, 2016
April is here and so will be the mahi. There will be a lot of fish caught in the 30- to 40-pound range and some upwards to the 50-pound range.Capt. Danny MarkowskiApr 4th, 2016
As the water warms up, the trout bite should be good at places like Bear Point, Round Island or the Midway Road area. Live pilchards will be your best choice and free line them using a 4/0 or 5/0 Kale hook and a 20- to 30-pound leader.Capt. Joe WardApr 4th, 2016
