Fort Pierce anglers dress casually and to suit the weather; shorts and tees on warm mornings and sweats and hoodies when Mother Nature is foul of mood. Almost all anglers wear ball caps; again, of all sizes, types, colours and logos. They share the jetty with the inevitable tourists gawking at the fancy boats coming and going from the Fort Pierce and Pelican Bay marinas located mere minutes upstream.Guest ColumnistMar 20th, 2015
Experts from the South Florida kayak fishing community will share their tips and best practices for hooking and landing more fish. From rigging the kayaks to choosing the right lure, these professional anglers will share it all in this one-day event.Editorial StaffMar 19th, 2015
Regardless of your personal definition of âgamefishâ, itâs time to start treating every fish you catch with some respect. No more rough handling or intentionally spiteful releases (you know exactly what Iâm talking about!) just because a fish isnât on your favorites list or is the wrong size to take home. Use proper catch and release practices on bonefish and burrfish alikeFlorida Oceanographic SocietyMar 6th, 2015
Capt. Luke Maillis, Reel Addictive Charters, claims March is one of Long Islandâs best fishing months. Bigger wahoo are seen this time of year, with 40- to 50-pounds being the average size. Long Island âhoos like to feed mostly on tuna and bonito, and heâs having great luck with the new Yo-Zuri Sashimi Bonitos.Treasure CoastMar 6th, 2015
SCUBA enthusiasts might want to check this one out. Neal Watsonâs Bimini Scuba Center is planning a Smalltooth Sawfish Expedition June 17-24, 2015 to Central Andros.Treasure CoastMar 6th, 2015
Our Treasure Coast Casters February Senior Division Tournament, was held February 1, and what can I say but only the weather man can be wrong all the time and still be paid big money. The wind wasnât too bad until the last hour of the tournament.Cammie and Capt. Joe WardMar 6th, 2015
Above the surface, divers should expect weather conditions to become increasingly more favorable as the frequent cold fronts of January and February begin to subside. More opportunities to head offshore should allow divers to catch the tail end of the yearly lemon shark migration and take advantage of the last few weeks of lobster season. Steve WoodMar 6th, 2015
It has been a number of years since so many specks have been caught in and around the grass lines of the lake. Jig fishermen are having the best of it reporting catches each and every time they venture onto the lake.Capt. Mike ShellenMar 5th, 2015
Tarpon will be found mostly at the inlets along the coast from Stuart to Fort Pierce. Incoming and outgoing tides will get the bite turned on. Big baits like mullet, pilchards and ladyfish will help you catch these big fish. Capt. Chris SharpMar 5th, 2015
The mangrove bite is still consistent but you better bump that leader up to 60-pound test. Sebastian mangroves often tip the scales at over 12-pounds. The reefs in 85 to 95 feet have been producing well.Capt. Bill StewartMar 5th, 2015
