Saltwater Fishing: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Flounder Methods
Flounder fishing tips, baits and rigs that work for catching flounder - Flounder methods and fishing tips
Flounder fishing tips, baits and rigs that work for catching flounder - Flounder methods and fishing tips
Fish Hook Selection
Fish Hook choice depends on several factors. Obviously, the smaller the fish, the smaller the fish hook required. What most anglers miss is, that line size, fish species, type of bait, and fishing structure play a major role in fish hook selection.
Fish Hook choice depends on several factors. Obviously, the smaller the fish, the smaller the fish hook required. What most anglers miss is, that line size, fish species, type of bait, and fishing structure play a major role in fish hook selection.
Dan Uelk's Costa Rica Roosterfish - from a Kayak!
Dan Uelk's Costa Rica Roosterfish - from a Kayak! Dan was fishing with Ralph from Costa Rica Wild Fishing
Dan Uelk's Costa Rica Roosterfish - from a Kayak! Dan was fishing with Ralph from Costa Rica Wild Fishing
Surf Casting Techniques
Long-Distance Surf Casting Techniques and Surf Casting
Long-Distance Surf Casting Techniques and Surf Casting
Flounder Cleaning Instructions
Many people ask just how to clean these flat fish. Here is a step by step method with pictures to help you clean your flounder.
Many people ask just how to clean these flat fish. Here is a step by step method with pictures to help you clean your flounder.
Surf Fishing
There are quite a number of fishermen and women who either by choice or by circumstance do not fish from a boat. Let's deal with surf fishing and all that goes with this unique form of angling.
There are quite a number of fishermen and women who either by choice or by circumstance do not fish from a boat. Let's deal with surf fishing and all that goes with this unique form of angling.
Redfish - How to Catch a Redfi
Here is a profile on redfish - also known as red drum
Here is a profile on redfish - also known as red drum
Goliath Grouper (Jewfish) on a Party Boat
Goliath Grouper (Jewfish) on a Party Boat
Goliath Grouper (Jewfish) on a Party Boat
Top 5 Bait Casting Rods
Bait casting rods are perfect for top water plug action with comparatively heavy line. Their shorter length and heavier backbone allow wrist action to make a plug walk. The better bait casting rods will have a fast taper and comfortable hand grip.
Bait casting rods are perfect for top water plug action with comparatively heavy line. Their shorter length and heavier backbone allow wrist action to make a plug walk. The better bait casting rods will have a fast taper and comfortable hand grip.
Before You Buy a Spinning Reel
Of all the reels made, the spinning reel is by far the most popular. Easy to use and virtually backlash free, these reels come in all price ranges. Prices vary, determined generally by the number of ball bearings contained in the reel. Choose a spinning reel according to what kind of fishing you plan to do.
Of all the reels made, the spinning reel is by far the most popular. Easy to use and virtually backlash free, these reels come in all price ranges. Prices vary, determined generally by the number of ball bearings contained in the reel. Choose a spinning reel according to what kind of fishing you plan to do.
So You Want to be a Guide
Here is what it takes to obtain a Coast Guard captains license
Here is what it takes to obtain a Coast Guard captains license
Dan Uelk's Costa Rica Mahi Mahi
Dan Uelk's Costa Rica Mahi Mahi - from a Kayak! Dan was fishing with Ralph from Costa Rica Wild Fishing
Dan Uelk's Costa Rica Mahi Mahi - from a Kayak! Dan was fishing with Ralph from Costa Rica Wild Fishing
Fishing Rod Buying Basics
Here are some basic fishing rod facts that you need to know before you head out or go online to purchase one.
Here are some basic fishing rod facts that you need to know before you head out or go online to purchase one.
What Kind of Fishing Leader
What kind and size of fishing leader line you use can make a difference on how many fish you catch.
What kind and size of fishing leader line you use can make a difference on how many fish you catch.
Guide Picks - Top 3 Heavy Spinning Reels
Heavy spinning reels are used in a variety of fishing situations, from surf fishing to trolling blue water. They are made tough and will stand up to a reasonable amount of abuse.
Heavy spinning reels are used in a variety of fishing situations, from surf fishing to trolling blue water. They are made tough and will stand up to a reasonable amount of abuse.
Fish Hook Selection
Fish Hook choice depends on several factors. Obviously, the smaller the fish, the smaller the fish hook required. What most anglers miss is, that line size, fish species, type of bait, and fishing structure play a major role in fish hook selection.
Fish Hook choice depends on several factors. Obviously, the smaller the fish, the smaller the fish hook required. What most anglers miss is, that line size, fish species, type of bait, and fishing structure play a major role in fish hook selection.
Which Rod and Reel
I receive a lot of email asking me for advice on which rod or which reel to buy. It seems that people are somewhat convinced that there is a perfect rod or perfect reel, and that someone out there knows the brand.
I receive a lot of email asking me for advice on which rod or which reel to buy. It seems that people are somewhat convinced that there is a perfect rod or perfect reel, and that someone out there knows the brand.
Deep Jigging
Somewhere along the way one of the most versatile fishing lures ever devised received the name "jig". Probably either because the molds they are made from or the mechanism used to hold them while they are being tied, are called jigs. Either way the term has come to mean a particular style of fishing with a particular type of lure - fishing with a jig.
Somewhere along the way one of the most versatile fishing lures ever devised received the name "jig". Probably either because the molds they are made from or the mechanism used to hold them while they are being tied, are called jigs. Either way the term has come to mean a particular style of fishing with a particular type of lure - fishing with a jig.
Drop Shot Fishing in Saltwater
The drop shot rig is a relatively recent innovation in the freshwater fishing realm that is now making its way to saltwater. Named for the way the rig goes straight to the bottom, it is similar to a ‘fish-finder’ or ‘chicken’ rig currently used by many bottom-fishing anglers. The difference is in the placement of the hook.
The drop shot rig is a relatively recent innovation in the freshwater fishing realm that is now making its way to saltwater. Named for the way the rig goes straight to the bottom, it is similar to a ‘fish-finder’ or ‘chicken’ rig currently used by many bottom-fishing anglers. The difference is in the placement of the hook.
It's Time for a New Boat
Some anglers buy one boat and it becomes their fishing platform for many years. Others trade boats almost yearly, always looking for that something different. I guess I fall at least partially into the latter category, because I recently did just that. I traded boats – actually I sold a bass boat and bought a new boat – because there was something new that I wanted.
Some anglers buy one boat and it becomes their fishing platform for many years. Others trade boats almost yearly, always looking for that something different. I guess I fall at least partially into the latter category, because I recently did just that. I traded boats – actually I sold a bass boat and bought a new boat – because there was something new that I wanted.
Fishing with the Tide
Being in the right place at the right time is perhaps the most important part of a successful fishing foray. If you aren't where the fish are, you can be assured you will not be catching anything. Water level, water movement, and movement direction - in other words tide - all play a vital role in where the fish will be located.
Being in the right place at the right time is perhaps the most important part of a successful fishing foray. If you aren't where the fish are, you can be assured you will not be catching anything. Water level, water movement, and movement direction - in other words tide - all play a vital role in where the fish will be located.
Light Tackle Spinning Reels
Light tackle spinning reels are reels that are ideal for inshore angling. Line capacity and strength in the 8 to 15 pound test range make them good for a variety of fish.
Light tackle spinning reels are reels that are ideal for inshore angling. Line capacity and strength in the 8 to 15 pound test range make them good for a variety of fish.
Gifts Under 30 Dollars
Here are gifts for the holidays for all those saltwater anglers. These are gifts that are under $15.00. Great stocking stuffers!
Here are gifts for the holidays for all those saltwater anglers. These are gifts that are under $15.00. Great stocking stuffers!
Let's Catch Some Sheepshead
Got your bait? Got your tackle? Ready to go? Ok! Lets get crackin' on those sheepshead! One reader did ask last week whether these were Atlantic/Gulf of Mexico sheepshead (Archosargus probatocephalus), or the California variety (Semicossyphus pulcher). These that I am writing about are the former, the Atlantic variety.
Got your bait? Got your tackle? Ready to go? Ok! Lets get crackin' on those sheepshead! One reader did ask last week whether these were Atlantic/Gulf of Mexico sheepshead (Archosargus probatocephalus), or the California variety (Semicossyphus pulcher). These that I am writing about are the former, the Atlantic variety.
Grouper Fishing Basics
The most classic bottom fish for most anglers is the grouper. Whether red, gag, black, yellowfin, or Warsaw, a good grouper in the ice chest means a successful day for lots of folks.
The most classic bottom fish for most anglers is the grouper. Whether red, gag, black, yellowfin, or Warsaw, a good grouper in the ice chest means a successful day for lots of folks.
Take What the Tide Gives You
I believe that if these people knew a little more about the tides and fish habits relative to the tides, they would catch many more fish. I have places that I fish only on an incoming tide, because I know the fish will be there as the water moves in. I also have places I fish on an outgoing tide for the same reason.
I believe that if these people knew a little more about the tides and fish habits relative to the tides, they would catch many more fish. I have places that I fish only on an incoming tide, because I know the fish will be there as the water moves in. I also have places I fish on an outgoing tide for the same reason.
All About Redfish
The redfish or red drum has become one of the most sought after fish on the Gulf and Atlantic shores. Primarily an inshore fish, it became popular as a food fish after being offered as blackened redfish in New Orleans restaurants. It became popular as a game fish as more former bass tournament anglers got turned on to inshore saltwater fishing. It now is the target of numerous professional redfish tournaments. Here are some articles and information on catching these beautiful spot tail bass.
The redfish or red drum has become one of the most sought after fish on the Gulf and Atlantic shores. Primarily an inshore fish, it became popular as a food fish after being offered as blackened redfish in New Orleans restaurants. It became popular as a game fish as more former bass tournament anglers got turned on to inshore saltwater fishing. It now is the target of numerous professional redfish tournaments. Here are some articles and information on catching these beautiful spot tail bass.
Catch Striped Bass
good action with big striped bass up to 44 inches was happening at the Horseshoe (general area: 27200/42820) in upper Delaware Bay by chunking bunker. Other good locations to chunk outsized striped bass include the upper end of 20-Foot Slough (27157/42828) and the north tip of 60-Foot Slough at Loran C 27173/42800.
good action with big striped bass up to 44 inches was happening at the Horseshoe (general area: 27200/42820) in upper Delaware Bay by chunking bunker. Other good locations to chunk outsized striped bass include the upper end of 20-Foot Slough (27157/42828) and the north tip of 60-Foot Slough at Loran C 27173/42800.
How to Catch a Gag Grouper
Gag grouper are the most common grouper up and down the east coast of the US. Here is a profile on gag grouper
Gag grouper are the most common grouper up and down the east coast of the US. Here is a profile on gag grouper
Pier Fishing
But there are those shore bound souls who have chosen another lot in life. They choose not to be left out of the fishing scene, and as such they have developed a style and following all their own. These are the pier fishermen and women. Some are affectionately referred to as "Pier Rats." They came in all sizes, all ages, and both sexes. They come with a variety of tackle, some expensive, some worn and taped together. But come they do, with a very special camaraderie.
But there are those shore bound souls who have chosen another lot in life. They choose not to be left out of the fishing scene, and as such they have developed a style and following all their own. These are the pier fishermen and women. Some are affectionately referred to as "Pier Rats." They came in all sizes, all ages, and both sexes. They come with a variety of tackle, some expensive, some worn and taped together. But come they do, with a very special camaraderie.
Learning to Fish
Here is what a beginner can do to start learning how to fish
Here is what a beginner can do to start learning how to fish
Take Advantage of Bad Weather
Sometimes the fishing weather is simply too bad to fish. When bad weather hits, it's time to do something else - like routine maintenance on tackle and equipment.
Sometimes the fishing weather is simply too bad to fish. When bad weather hits, it's time to do something else - like routine maintenance on tackle and equipment.
Effects of Water Temperature
Water temperature plays such an important part in fishing that every angler needs to pay attention and react to even subtle variances. Fish are no different than a lot of animals when it comes to heat and cold. They want to stay comfortable.
Water temperature plays such an important part in fishing that every angler needs to pay attention and react to even subtle variances. Fish are no different than a lot of animals when it comes to heat and cold. They want to stay comfortable.
East Coast Fall Bite is On
The bite is on up and down the eastern seaboard and boats are limiting on a variety of fish – that is if they are able to get out. This fall has been a particularly windy one, and relatively calm days are few and far between.
The bite is on up and down the eastern seaboard and boats are limiting on a variety of fish – that is if they are able to get out. This fall has been a particularly windy one, and relatively calm days are few and far between.
Night Flounder Gigging
In most states, gigging is a legal method for taking flounder or fluke. Usually done at night, it is more for the adventurous angler, but any of you can go gigging and and come home with some great table fare!
In most states, gigging is a legal method for taking flounder or fluke. Usually done at night, it is more for the adventurous angler, but any of you can go gigging and and come home with some great table fare!
Artificial Lures for Seatrout
Artificial lures for seatrout. I am quizzed quite a bit about how I use artificials to catch trout. While live bait will almost always catch fish, I can usually catch as many fish on artificials as I do on say, live shrimp. And, at the price of live shrimp lately, artificials are far more economical. For around $12.00 I can get enough live shrimp to fish for a day. For much less than that I can buy a lure that I can use over and over.
Artificial lures for seatrout. I am quizzed quite a bit about how I use artificials to catch trout. While live bait will almost always catch fish, I can usually catch as many fish on artificials as I do on say, live shrimp. And, at the price of live shrimp lately, artificials are far more economical. For around $12.00 I can get enough live shrimp to fish for a day. For much less than that I can buy a lure that I can use over and over.
All About Seatrout
Seatrout are members of the drum family – a distant relative to a redfish. There are several close varieties, including spotted seatrout, yellow mouth, sand, silver, and several varieties of weakfish. They all use their air bladder to “drum”, making grunting noises that scientists believe relate to schooling and spawning behavior.
Seatrout are members of the drum family – a distant relative to a redfish. There are several close varieties, including spotted seatrout, yellow mouth, sand, silver, and several varieties of weakfish. They all use their air bladder to “drum”, making grunting noises that scientists believe relate to schooling and spawning behavior.
Cleaning a Redfish
Here is step by step pictoral that shows you the basics of cleaning a redfish.
Here is step by step pictoral that shows you the basics of cleaning a redfish.
Redfish in the Surf
Spring is the time for the fish to begin showing up in the surf. Schools of baitfish make their way north up the Atlantic coast, and predator fish follow right behind. It’s sort of like a moving cafeteria to these predators – food on the hoof so to speak. Menhaden and mullet, the two big “M’s” of the baitfish world, are followed by a variety of fish. Cobia and tarpon are arguably the most sought after. Redfish are mostly ignored during this time of year.
Spring is the time for the fish to begin showing up in the surf. Schools of baitfish make their way north up the Atlantic coast, and predator fish follow right behind. It’s sort of like a moving cafeteria to these predators – food on the hoof so to speak. Menhaden and mullet, the two big “M’s” of the baitfish world, are followed by a variety of fish. Cobia and tarpon are arguably the most sought after. Redfish are mostly ignored during this time of year.
Shrimping Season
Dog days mean hot, sultry afternoons that more often than not end up with rain. They also mean that shrimp are on the run, and recreational shrimping can help cool off those hot days.
Dog days mean hot, sultry afternoons that more often than not end up with rain. They also mean that shrimp are on the run, and recreational shrimping can help cool off those hot days.
Before You Buy a Casting Rod
Buying a new rod can be an exercise in futility if you don't do your homework before you shop. Whether you are looking for the best rod or the cheapest rod - and they are not necessarily mutually exclusive - you need to think about how the rod will be used. Here are some ideas to consider as you search for the rod you need.
Buying a new rod can be an exercise in futility if you don't do your homework before you shop. Whether you are looking for the best rod or the cheapest rod - and they are not necessarily mutually exclusive - you need to think about how the rod will be used. Here are some ideas to consider as you search for the rod you need.
Line Size Makes a Difference
You can catch more fish on smaller line if you know how to do it!
You can catch more fish on smaller line if you know how to do it!
Kahle Fish Hook
Hook Gallery of Pictures - Types of Hooks
Hook Gallery of Pictures - Types of Hooks
How to Tie a Wire Leader
a simple how to on removing twist from your line, fromyour about.com guide
a simple how to on removing twist from your line, fromyour about.com guide
Flounder on Artificials
It would appear that a flounder, lying on the bottom waiting for food, would not be a very aggressive fish, one wiling to reach out and grab a lure. I spend most of my time looking for flounder with live bait, but I was surprised at their aggressiveness when presented with an artificial bait like a grub.
It would appear that a flounder, lying on the bottom waiting for food, would not be a very aggressive fish, one wiling to reach out and grab a lure. I spend most of my time looking for flounder with live bait, but I was surprised at their aggressiveness when presented with an artificial bait like a grub.
Gifts Under 200 Dollars
Here are my picks for holiday gifts for the anglers in your life. These are all under $100.00.
Here are my picks for holiday gifts for the anglers in your life. These are all under $100.00.
ONO's Sunglasses
ONO's Trading Company Polarized sunglasses with bifocal readers are ideal for fishinermen with eyesight problems.
ONO's Trading Company Polarized sunglasses with bifocal readers are ideal for fishinermen with eyesight problems.
Quickly Rig a Ballyhoo
a simple how to on rigging a ballyhoo, fromyour about.com guide
a simple how to on rigging a ballyhoo, fromyour about.com guide
Mangrove Snapper Fishing Tips
Here are some mangrove snapper fishing tips. Mangrove snapper are found from New England down throughout the Caribbean to South America. They are a favorite among anglers for their fighting ability and for their excellent meat. They can be found from inshore estuaries to deep water reefs, and fishing for them will vary accordingly.
Here are some mangrove snapper fishing tips. Mangrove snapper are found from New England down throughout the Caribbean to South America. They are a favorite among anglers for their fighting ability and for their excellent meat. They can be found from inshore estuaries to deep water reefs, and fishing for them will vary accordingly.
Making Custom Fishing Rods
There are a lot of places to get quality parts for building your own rod. Lots of them are here on the Internet, and I've linked to a number of them for you on the Custom Rod Building Page. Try building one for yourself. Start by rewrapping the guides on an "old but good" rod. Perfect your wrapping skill there and take on a whole rod. Even if you don't want to get that involved, it's really nice to have people look at the butt wrap on your rods and drool!!
There are a lot of places to get quality parts for building your own rod. Lots of them are here on the Internet, and I've linked to a number of them for you on the Custom Rod Building Page. Try building one for yourself. Start by rewrapping the guides on an "old but good" rod. Perfect your wrapping skill there and take on a whole rod. Even if you don't want to get that involved, it's really nice to have people look at the butt wrap on your rods and drool!!
Fishing a Jig Head
There are a lot of terminal tackle choices on the market. Some are simple; some are complicated. All can be as expensive as you would like them to be. My personal choice for most of my inshore fishing (with natural bait or with a grub) is a jig head.
There are a lot of terminal tackle choices on the market. Some are simple; some are complicated. All can be as expensive as you would like them to be. My personal choice for most of my inshore fishing (with natural bait or with a grub) is a jig head.
Texas Surf Fishing Tips
Surf fishing tips from Texas sent in by an About.com reader. Here are his surf fishing tips from Texas
Surf fishing tips from Texas sent in by an About.com reader. Here are his surf fishing tips from Texas
First Boat
I still remember the day my Dad brought home an old wooden twelve foot boat. To most people it was a piece of junk, but to me it was a passport to fish...
I still remember the day my Dad brought home an old wooden twelve foot boat. To most people it was a piece of junk, but to me it was a passport to fish...
The Blumbergs and their Texas Red Snapper Catch
The Blumbergs and their Texas Red Snapper Catch
The Blumbergs and their Texas Red Snapper Catch
All About Grouper
Grouper and the entire grouper family have become probably the most popular saltwater food fish in the United States. While there are Pacific varieties, the largest fishery is in the Gulf of Mexico and along the Atlantic coast. Grouper are a bottom fishing charter boat captain’s big ticket item. Most catches are over ten pounds with some well over 100 pounds. Following is information and some stories about grouper fishing that can help you become a better angler.
Grouper and the entire grouper family have become probably the most popular saltwater food fish in the United States. While there are Pacific varieties, the largest fishery is in the Gulf of Mexico and along the Atlantic coast. Grouper are a bottom fishing charter boat captain’s big ticket item. Most catches are over ten pounds with some well over 100 pounds. Following is information and some stories about grouper fishing that can help you become a better angler.
The Right Terminal Tackle
Bottom fishing, whether inshore or in deep offshore waters, necessarily means making a choice on the terminal tackle you plan to use. Many anglers catch fewer fish as a result of a poor choice or no choice at all.
Bottom fishing, whether inshore or in deep offshore waters, necessarily means making a choice on the terminal tackle you plan to use. Many anglers catch fewer fish as a result of a poor choice or no choice at all.
Trolling for Grouper
The Southeastern United States provide the best grouper fishing in the world, and they can be taken by any number of means. From gag grouper in at little as ten to twelve feet of water to the mighty warsaw grouper in several hundred feet of water , all grouper tend to like the same types of baits and presentations whether they are presented on the bottom or by trolling. Just remember, big bait, big fish, small bait, small fish.
The Southeastern United States provide the best grouper fishing in the world, and they can be taken by any number of means. From gag grouper in at little as ten to twelve feet of water to the mighty warsaw grouper in several hundred feet of water , all grouper tend to like the same types of baits and presentations whether they are presented on the bottom or by trolling. Just remember, big bait, big fish, small bait, small fish.
Setting the Hook
Hook Setting instruction - Learning to Set the Hook - Saltwater Fishing - How anglers are learning to set the hook
Hook Setting instruction - Learning to Set the Hook - Saltwater Fishing - How anglers are learning to set the hook
Keep Bait Shrimp Alive With...
A simple how to on keeping bait shrimp alive without water, from your About.com guide
A simple how to on keeping bait shrimp alive without water, from your About.com guide
All About Tackle
Tips, suggestions and how to information about saltwater fishing tackle and accessories.
Tips, suggestions and how to information about saltwater fishing tackle and accessories.
Circle Hook
Hook Gallery of Pictures - Types of Hooks
Hook Gallery of Pictures - Types of Hooks
Product Review - Shimano Symetre Spinning Reels
This is a mid-price range reel from Shimano that really works as well its higher priced cousins.
This is a mid-price range reel from Shimano that really works as well its higher priced cousins.
Night Fishing Tips
Night fishing can be very easy and a lot of fun, or it can be a perfectly miserable experience. The difference comes in how you prepare for the trip. I have fished more times at night than I can count, and I learned quite a few tricks to make it easy and successful.
Night fishing can be very easy and a lot of fun, or it can be a perfectly miserable experience. The difference comes in how you prepare for the trip. I have fished more times at night than I can count, and I learned quite a few tricks to make it easy and successful.
New Fishing Floats
Floats and bobbers. As a kid we all learned to “watch the bobber” for a bite. The excitement was almost unbearable as we waited for that float to go under. For some reason we always had to wait until the cork went all the way under the water before we set the hook. That was a lot of years ago for some and as close as last year for others. The teachings have not changed during that time, but the bobbers sure have.
Floats and bobbers. As a kid we all learned to “watch the bobber” for a bite. The excitement was almost unbearable as we waited for that float to go under. For some reason we always had to wait until the cork went all the way under the water before we set the hook. That was a lot of years ago for some and as close as last year for others. The teachings have not changed during that time, but the bobbers sure have.
Live Bait Hook
Hook Gallery of Pictures - Types of Hooks
Hook Gallery of Pictures - Types of Hooks
Choosing Your Fishing Bait
One of the biggest decisions you will make as you head out fishing is choosing which bait you will use. The whole idea behind bait is to attract a fish and entice him to eat that bait. So, making the right bait choice can often mean the difference between success and failure on the water.
One of the biggest decisions you will make as you head out fishing is choosing which bait you will use. The whole idea behind bait is to attract a fish and entice him to eat that bait. So, making the right bait choice can often mean the difference between success and failure on the water.
Gabriel Velez' Boat from Ceiba, Puerto Rico
Gabriel Velez' Boat from Ceiba, Puerto Rico
Gabriel Velez' Boat from Ceiba, Puerto Rico
All About Flounder and Fluke
Learning how to catch flounder and fluke is easy. These articles and tips provide that knowledge. How to catch a flounder. Fishing for Flounder.
Learning how to catch flounder and fluke is easy. These articles and tips provide that knowledge. How to catch a flounder. Fishing for Flounder.
Big Black Grouper
Richard Pereech from Bermuda with a big black grouper weighing 145lbs on hand line.
Richard Pereech from Bermuda with a big black grouper weighing 145lbs on hand line.
Filet of Hardhead
Hardhead is the name used for saltwater catfish from Texas to the Florida panhandle. Most of us consider them to be a real pain to deal with. And that pain is meant to be both the aggravation of catching them and real pain you feel if one ever fins you.
Hardhead is the name used for saltwater catfish from Texas to the Florida panhandle. Most of us consider them to be a real pain to deal with. And that pain is meant to be both the aggravation of catching them and real pain you feel if one ever fins you.
Aberdeen Fish Hook
Hook Gallery of Pictures - Types of Hooks
Hook Gallery of Pictures - Types of Hooks
Penn Slammer 460 Spinning Reel
The Penn Slammer 460 is one of Penn's top spinning reels with six ball bearings and an all metal housing.
The Penn Slammer 460 is one of Penn's top spinning reels with six ball bearings and an all metal housing.
Bass Pro Shops Crane Swivel
Bass Pro Shops Crane Swivel
Bass Pro Shops Crane Swivel
Garmin GPS 12
Garmin has put a lot of product in a small package. The GPS 12 is arguably the most popular hand held GPS unit. It comes with a nice array of add on options, including a small plastic console mount and a cigarette lighter power cord to save you on batteries.
Garmin has put a lot of product in a small package. The GPS 12 is arguably the most popular hand held GPS unit. It comes with a nice array of add on options, including a small plastic console mount and a cigarette lighter power cord to save you on batteries.
Beginner Dolphin Trolling
Owning a boat, maybe for the first time, and deciding to head offshore, maybe for the first time, a number of readers ask about getting into dolphin fishing. That’s dolphin fish, mahi mahi, not dolphin porpoise! I have answered some specifics, but now it is time to lay out some basics on fishing for these prolific, blue water acrobats.
Owning a boat, maybe for the first time, and deciding to head offshore, maybe for the first time, a number of readers ask about getting into dolphin fishing. That’s dolphin fish, mahi mahi, not dolphin porpoise! I have answered some specifics, but now it is time to lay out some basics on fishing for these prolific, blue water acrobats.
Fiddling for Bait
So it was that we devised a way to catch our own bait this particular day. We actually drew up plans and constructed a method that we had both heard about but never attempted. We were going to catch our weight in fiddler crabs! Yes, those little sideways running dudes that roam the sandy flats at low tide were prime bait at this time of year. The sheepshead bite was on and fiddlers were like a steak dinner to them.
So it was that we devised a way to catch our own bait this particular day. We actually drew up plans and constructed a method that we had both heard about but never attempted. We were going to catch our weight in fiddler crabs! Yes, those little sideways running dudes that roam the sandy flats at low tide were prime bait at this time of year. The sheepshead bite was on and fiddlers were like a steak dinner to them.
Gulf Grouper Fishing
Fall is time for gag and red grouper fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. Savvy anglers catch limits every day.
Fall is time for gag and red grouper fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. Savvy anglers catch limits every day.
Saltwater Fishing - HowTos
An index of HowTos for the Saltwater Fishing guide site.
An index of HowTos for the Saltwater Fishing guide site.
Black Drum Fishing
Every spring – actually late winter and early spring, the black drum make their way into the inlets up and down the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. This is the time of year that the big breeder fish come in to spawn. Black drum fishing enthusiasts make plans months ahead of time, tuning up their tackle, and their boats. Although the average “big” drum catch is around 40 pounds, these fish can reach weights over 100 pounds, and annually many fish that size are caught.
Every spring – actually late winter and early spring, the black drum make their way into the inlets up and down the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. This is the time of year that the big breeder fish come in to spawn. Black drum fishing enthusiasts make plans months ahead of time, tuning up their tackle, and their boats. Although the average “big” drum catch is around 40 pounds, these fish can reach weights over 100 pounds, and annually many fish that size are caught.
Saltwater Catfish
Saltwater catfish are found from Texas to Virginia and even farther north on almost any kind of inland water, even in offshore water in depths up to about thirty feet. They are exactly like their freshwater cousins. In fact, if they are lying side by side, it is virtually impossible to distinguish one from the other.
Saltwater catfish are found from Texas to Virginia and even farther north on almost any kind of inland water, even in offshore water in depths up to about thirty feet. They are exactly like their freshwater cousins. In fact, if they are lying side by side, it is virtually impossible to distinguish one from the other.
Kayak Fishing
Kayak fishing is growing at an amazing rate. This relatively new fishing sport is becoming more and more popular every day. Areas where I used to fish and have the water all to myself are now being regularly sought by kayak fishermen
Kayak fishing is growing at an amazing rate. This relatively new fishing sport is becoming more and more popular every day. Areas where I used to fish and have the water all to myself are now being regularly sought by kayak fishermen
Huge Red Drum in Inlets
Up and down the eastern seaboard of the United States, huge red drum (redfish) can be caught in the fall by just about anyone willing to soak a bait on the bottom and wait. These bruisers congregate in the channels in the fall months, and light tackle is definitely NOT the way to go to catch one.
Up and down the eastern seaboard of the United States, huge red drum (redfish) can be caught in the fall by just about anyone willing to soak a bait on the bottom and wait. These bruisers congregate in the channels in the fall months, and light tackle is definitely NOT the way to go to catch one.
Four Favorite Seatrout Lures
Here are four seatrout lures that I like to use. All of them catch fish at various times
Here are four seatrout lures that I like to use. All of them catch fish at various times
Steve Johnson and His Spotted Redfish - Side 2
Steve Johnson and His Spotted Redfish - Side 2
Steve Johnson and His Spotted Redfish - Side 2
Circle Hooks to the Rescue!
As a catch and release fisherman I am always concerned about the welfare of the fish I release. So it is with a great deal of interest that I fished this last trip using circle hooks. These hooks have been around for a long time, but only recently have they been used to rescue and improve catch and release survival.
As a catch and release fisherman I am always concerned about the welfare of the fish I release. So it is with a great deal of interest that I fished this last trip using circle hooks. These hooks have been around for a long time, but only recently have they been used to rescue and improve catch and release survival.
Is There a Best Boat to Own?
Those of us who live along the coast face a dilemma when it comes to choosing a boat. Either we are well enough off to afford two or more boats, or we try to choose a single boat to serve all our needs. Is there really a best boat to own?
Those of us who live along the coast face a dilemma when it comes to choosing a boat. Either we are well enough off to afford two or more boats, or we try to choose a single boat to serve all our needs. Is there really a best boat to own?
Catching Beeliners
From Cape Hatteras, NC, to as far south as Brazil, the vermillion snapper is a reef staple for both commercial and recreational anglers. Known in areas of the southern Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico states as beeliners, these fish are a charter captain’s best friend. When other fish don’t cooperate, beeliners fill the fish box.
From Cape Hatteras, NC, to as far south as Brazil, the vermillion snapper is a reef staple for both commercial and recreational anglers. Known in areas of the southern Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico states as beeliners, these fish are a charter captain’s best friend. When other fish don’t cooperate, beeliners fill the fish box.
Top 3 Ultralight Spinning R...
Ultralights are usually reels that handle six pound test line or less. Some reels are actually designed for 2 pound test line. Prices vary for these little guys, as does quality and saltwater resistance.
Ultralights are usually reels that handle six pound test line or less. Some reels are actually designed for 2 pound test line. Prices vary for these little guys, as does quality and saltwater resistance.
Bluefin Tuna Bonanza
Catching bluefin tuna in the northeast US is exciting and rewarding.
Catching bluefin tuna in the northeast US is exciting and rewarding.
The Right Hook
Knowing the sizing and naming conventions of the major categories of hooks can help make your selection an easier task. Yes, Virginia, the type of hook you select does make a difference, and hook selection depends on the species of fish being sought.
Knowing the sizing and naming conventions of the major categories of hooks can help make your selection an easier task. Yes, Virginia, the type of hook you select does make a difference, and hook selection depends on the species of fish being sought.
Tackle Cleaning Tips
Tackle Cleaning Tips. Cold weather and no fishing means its time to go through and clean tackle. Get ready for spring with these tips
Tackle Cleaning Tips. Cold weather and no fishing means its time to go through and clean tackle. Get ready for spring with these tips
Albemarle Sound Rockfish
Fall weather means more than just a change in temperatures for anglers living around the Albemarle Sound in North Carolina. It means rockfish (striped bass) season has started and for the next seven months they will be able to take home some of these hard fighting fish. We fished the sound recently to find out just what these rockfish were all about.
Fall weather means more than just a change in temperatures for anglers living around the Albemarle Sound in North Carolina. It means rockfish (striped bass) season has started and for the next seven months they will be able to take home some of these hard fighting fish. We fished the sound recently to find out just what these rockfish were all about.
Tie a Float Stop
How to tie a stop knot for slip floats in deep water.
How to tie a stop knot for slip floats in deep water.
Sharp Filet Knives
Having a sharp filet knife can make short work of cleaning your catch. Keeping the filet knife sharp is the secret.
Having a sharp filet knife can make short work of cleaning your catch. Keeping the filet knife sharp is the secret.
O'Shaunessy Fish Hook
Hook Gallery of Pictures - Types of Hooks
Hook Gallery of Pictures - Types of Hooks
Mangrove Snapper
You can catch mangrove snapper if you will follow this simple method, and the only thing extra you need is a good Coast Guard chart of the upper and lower keys. Plan a trip for Florida keys fishing to catch mangrove snapper now on the Florida Keys.
You can catch mangrove snapper if you will follow this simple method, and the only thing extra you need is a good Coast Guard chart of the upper and lower keys. Plan a trip for Florida keys fishing to catch mangrove snapper now on the Florida Keys.
Mutton Snapper Fishing Tips
Mutton snapper are found from New England down throughout the Caribbean to South America. They are, however much more concentrated in the Bahamas and the South Florida area. They can be found from inshore estuaries to deep water reefs, and fishing for them will vary accordingly. Here are some mutton snapper fishing tips
Mutton snapper are found from New England down throughout the Caribbean to South America. They are, however much more concentrated in the Bahamas and the South Florida area. They can be found from inshore estuaries to deep water reefs, and fishing for them will vary accordingly. Here are some mutton snapper fishing tips
Bluefish Smorgasbord in the...
With the spring migration of baitfish and the always-following predator fish comes an opportunity that happens only twice each year. Baitfish move south in the fall and north in the spring. As they move up and down the coast, surf anglers have a heyday casting and catching a smorgasbord variety of fish that feed on this bait.
With the spring migration of baitfish and the always-following predator fish comes an opportunity that happens only twice each year. Baitfish move south in the fall and north in the spring. As they move up and down the coast, surf anglers have a heyday casting and catching a smorgasbord variety of fish that feed on this bait.
Looking for Fish
Whether you are headed for a weekend trip looking for a new fishing location, or simply exploring more of your local area, you can help your overall catch rate by being prepared.
Whether you are headed for a weekend trip looking for a new fishing location, or simply exploring more of your local area, you can help your overall catch rate by being prepared.
A Flounder Fall
Inlets up and down the east coast of the United States are brimming with flounder. They have begun their annual fall run to waters offshore, and the inlets are the avenue for them to get there. Now is the time to get out and fish for flounder - find some door mats for your cooler!
Inlets up and down the east coast of the United States are brimming with flounder. They have begun their annual fall run to waters offshore, and the inlets are the avenue for them to get there. Now is the time to get out and fish for flounder - find some door mats for your cooler!
Catching Dungeness Crabs
Catching Dungeness Crab on the Oregon Coast is a year-round sport in the estuaries, coastal rivers and tidal bays. In the ocean, crab season is closed from August 15th through November 30th. The best weather to go in is mild to sunny weather. Sustained rains bring fresh water. They are salt-water creatures and heavy rains force them out to sea because of the sudden lack of salt water.
Catching Dungeness Crab on the Oregon Coast is a year-round sport in the estuaries, coastal rivers and tidal bays. In the ocean, crab season is closed from August 15th through November 30th. The best weather to go in is mild to sunny weather. Sustained rains bring fresh water. They are salt-water creatures and heavy rains force them out to sea because of the sudden lack of salt water.
Be a Line Watcher
When you talk about a fish biting, most people envision a substantial jerk on their rod from the fish. But, sometimes that jerk can be subtle and sometimes even undetectable if you are not watching your line.
When you talk about a fish biting, most people envision a substantial jerk on their rod from the fish. But, sometimes that jerk can be subtle and sometimes even undetectable if you are not watching your line.
Buy a Boat
Someone once said that the two happiest days of a man's life are (1) when he buys a boat, and (2) when he sells that boat. Buying a fishing boat.
Someone once said that the two happiest days of a man's life are (1) when he buys a boat, and (2) when he sells that boat. Buying a fishing boat.
One Old Man
How one old man on a charter boat helped a young boy fish for a day.
How one old man on a charter boat helped a young boy fish for a day.
Wahoo - The Speeding Bullet
Wahoo are arguably the fastest fish in the ocean, capable of ripping hundreds of yards of line off a reel in mere seconds. Catching them and eating them is a favorite Texas sport.
Wahoo are arguably the fastest fish in the ocean, capable of ripping hundreds of yards of line off a reel in mere seconds. Catching them and eating them is a favorite Texas sport.
What Kind of Leader Do I Need?
But the importance is not so much whether to use one or not (we almost always need one), rather it is what kind of leader to use. Three basic choices are monofilament, fluorocarbon, or steel, or some combination or derivative of these three.
But the importance is not so much whether to use one or not (we almost always need one), rather it is what kind of leader to use. Three basic choices are monofilament, fluorocarbon, or steel, or some combination or derivative of these three.
Kingfish Picture
This is a picture of my 28 lb kingfish - Mike Burk.
This is a picture of my 28 lb kingfish - Mike Burk.
Night Time Flat Fish
Now is the time to begin seeing the flounder as they move inland from their winter offshore homes. Miles of intracoastal waterways, tidal creek shorelines and flats can be found from the Northeast coast , down around Florida, all the way to Texas. Flounder can be taken with a gig and a light using this method in all of these areas, but check your local laws and regulations before starting out.
Now is the time to begin seeing the flounder as they move inland from their winter offshore homes. Miles of intracoastal waterways, tidal creek shorelines and flats can be found from the Northeast coast , down around Florida, all the way to Texas. Flounder can be taken with a gig and a light using this method in all of these areas, but check your local laws and regulations before starting out.
Kingfish Baits
Up and down the east coast, as tournaments occur literally every weekend, kingfish anglers all have their favorite baits. We’re talking natural baits here – not artificials. Lures, plugs and chuggers will work from time to time, but by far the preferred baits are live.
Up and down the east coast, as tournaments occur literally every weekend, kingfish anglers all have their favorite baits. We’re talking natural baits here – not artificials. Lures, plugs and chuggers will work from time to time, but by far the preferred baits are live.
Abu Garcia Cardinal C3
Product Review - Abu Garcia Cardinal C3
Product Review - Abu Garcia Cardinal C3
Bass Pro Shops Barrell Swivel
Bass Pro Shops Barrell Swivel
Bass Pro Shops Barrell Swivel
Sharpen a Filet Knife
a simple how to on sharpening filet knives, fromyour about.com guide
a simple how to on sharpening filet knives, fromyour about.com guide
All Knotted Up
Have you ever hooked a fish, I mean a good fish, only to have your line apparently break just when you were about to land him? I have, and it is one of the most frustrating events a fisherman can experience. Most of the time when this happens, if you look at the end of the line carefully, you will find the line really did not break. Rather the knot came undone! And when you realize that fact, you become even more frustrated.
Have you ever hooked a fish, I mean a good fish, only to have your line apparently break just when you were about to land him? I have, and it is one of the most frustrating events a fisherman can experience. Most of the time when this happens, if you look at the end of the line carefully, you will find the line really did not break. Rather the knot came undone! And when you realize that fact, you become even more frustrated.
More Flounder
I am inundated with flounder gigging commentary and questions. Here's how one of my readers does it, complete with pictures.
I am inundated with flounder gigging commentary and questions. Here's how one of my readers does it, complete with pictures.
Bass Pro Shops Snap Swivel
Bass Pro Shops Snap Swivel
Bass Pro Shops Snap Swivel
Cubera Snapper Fishing Tips
While cubera snapper are found from New England down throughout the Caribbean to South America, they are not found in great numbers anywhere in their range. They are more concentrated in the Caribbean, but many are taken off the South Florida area. They can be found on very deep water reefs, and fishing for them becomes a very special activity. Here are some cubera snapper fishing tips
While cubera snapper are found from New England down throughout the Caribbean to South America, they are not found in great numbers anywhere in their range. They are more concentrated in the Caribbean, but many are taken off the South Florida area. They can be found on very deep water reefs, and fishing for them becomes a very special activity. Here are some cubera snapper fishing tips
Lessons from a Redfish Expert
Catching redfish with an expert can teach a number of lessons to anglers who pay attention!
Catching redfish with an expert can teach a number of lessons to anglers who pay attention!
Acres of Bait
Catching Bait, Buying Bait, What Kind of Bait to Use, Fishing
Catching Bait, Buying Bait, What Kind of Bait to Use, Fishing
It's Sheepshead Time!
Sheepshead love any kind of structure with which they can identify and around which they can find food. Jetties, rocks, pilings, even channel markers will serve the purpose. I know of at least one boat that moves from marker to marker up or down the channel and drops a bait behind each one. The catch rate is probably around 50%!
Sheepshead love any kind of structure with which they can identify and around which they can find food. Jetties, rocks, pilings, even channel markers will serve the purpose. I know of at least one boat that moves from marker to marker up or down the channel and drops a bait behind each one. The catch rate is probably around 50%!
Rapala Fish 'N' Fillet Knif...
Rapala Fish 'N' Fillet Knife, 7 1/2 Inch for all your fish cleaning needs. Fits nicely in your tackle box and stays sharp.
Rapala Fish 'N' Fillet Knife, 7 1/2 Inch for all your fish cleaning needs. Fits nicely in your tackle box and stays sharp.
How to Tie a Bimini Twist
A simple 'how to' on tying a bimini twist, from your About.com guide
A simple 'how to' on tying a bimini twist, from your About.com guide
Build a Flounder Gigging Boat
Build a Flounder Gigging Boat
Build a Flounder Gigging Boat
Catching Winter Mackerel in FL
With the drag singing like a buzz saw, that freight train would run off 100 yards or more of line before turning. And we knew that at that point a whole lot more of them would be around. "They" would be Cero mackerel. Several runs later, we could boat the first fish, and hopefully a second and third fish would soon be hooked up.
With the drag singing like a buzz saw, that freight train would run off 100 yards or more of line before turning. And we knew that at that point a whole lot more of them would be around. "They" would be Cero mackerel. Several runs later, we could boat the first fish, and hopefully a second and third fish would soon be hooked up.
Sitka Fishing Pictures
I was on a recent trip to Sitka AK, and we had some great fishing. Here are a couple a pictures of our first days catch, my fishing buddies and I have a club named the Bushwhackers. We started our club this year, and Sitka was our inaugural trip. George Schaller
I was on a recent trip to Sitka AK, and we had some great fishing. Here are a couple a pictures of our first days catch, my fishing buddies and I have a club named the Bushwhackers. We started our club this year, and Sitka was our inaugural trip. George Schaller
What Makes a Fish Bite?
Anglers the world over have always struggled with that question. I know times when the fish were visible, lots of them, and they would not so much as nibble at even a live bait presented to them. What reason is there for a fish not to bite?
Anglers the world over have always struggled with that question. I know times when the fish were visible, lots of them, and they would not so much as nibble at even a live bait presented to them. What reason is there for a fish not to bite?
Hold on for Fat Albert
The "we" would be Sam Burgin, his nephew Jeff Robinson and myself. The eight-weight would be the fly rod and line. The pull would be from what the locals in eastern North Carolina call "fat alberts" - the mighty false albacore, "Albies", Little Tunny, Euthynnus Lineatus. The last thirty feet would be the most difficult part of a long exciting fight from a ten to fifteen pound fish on fifteen pound tippet.
The "we" would be Sam Burgin, his nephew Jeff Robinson and myself. The eight-weight would be the fly rod and line. The pull would be from what the locals in eastern North Carolina call "fat alberts" - the mighty false albacore, "Albies", Little Tunny, Euthynnus Lineatus. The last thirty feet would be the most difficult part of a long exciting fight from a ten to fifteen pound fish on fifteen pound tippet.
South Georgia Inshore Fishing
I took the opportunity in late March to do some fish finding in South Georgia. From the St Marys River on the border with Florida, north to the Satilla River, there are fish just waiting to be caught there. We caught redfish and seatrou all day long. The trout were schooling on oyster bars.
I took the opportunity in late March to do some fish finding in South Georgia. From the St Marys River on the border with Florida, north to the Satilla River, there are fish just waiting to be caught there. We caught redfish and seatrou all day long. The trout were schooling on oyster bars.
Blues to Take Away Your Blues
Blues to Take Away Your Blues Fishing for Bluefish Saltwater Fishing Fishing for Bluefish is a Year Round Activity
Blues to Take Away Your Blues Fishing for Bluefish Saltwater Fishing Fishing for Bluefish is a Year Round Activity
Safe to Fish Offshore
I have received a number of questions recently about offshore fishing in small boats. My first reaction to the questions was “don’t do it!” But then I had to stop and think about just what a small boat is and what it is not.
I have received a number of questions recently about offshore fishing in small boats. My first reaction to the questions was “don’t do it!” But then I had to stop and think about just what a small boat is and what it is not.
Making Custom Rods
Everyone has seen them. Those hand wrapped beauties in the rod holders just begging to be handled. A snakeskin butt wrap glistens in the sun. Custom made rods: who wouldn't give just about anything to have one.
Everyone has seen them. Those hand wrapped beauties in the rod holders just begging to be handled. A snakeskin butt wrap glistens in the sun. Custom made rods: who wouldn't give just about anything to have one.
Two Lures for Trout
I was presented with an interesting dilemma on a recent trip. I was in a school of seatrout on a falling tide and I could catch them on either of two lures that I had. One was a blue and silver suspending Rapala. The other was a swim tail grub on a jig head in an electric chicken color.
I was presented with an interesting dilemma on a recent trip. I was in a school of seatrout on a falling tide and I could catch them on either of two lures that I had. One was a blue and silver suspending Rapala. The other was a swim tail grub on a jig head in an electric chicken color.
Power-Pole
This anchoring system apparently evolved from the guides who pole their boats, then stake the boat out with their pole to hold it in one place. The Power-pole uses hydraulics to actuate the pole and can anchor your boat in water up to eight feet deep.
This anchoring system apparently evolved from the guides who pole their boats, then stake the boat out with their pole to hold it in one place. The Power-pole uses hydraulics to actuate the pole and can anchor your boat in water up to eight feet deep.
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark - 125 lbs - Offshore Freeport,Texas Troy was the Angler Caught with Capt. Bill Curry aboard Workingman Charters
Blacktip Shark - 125 lbs - Offshore Freeport,Texas Troy was the Angler Caught with Capt. Bill Curry aboard Workingman Charters
Flounder Fishing Fool!
I followed a local angler around this week, watching as he looked for flounder. The name on the side of his boat was Flounder Fishing Fool. His methods, similar to a lot of flounder angling methods, helped me find some doormats as well!
I followed a local angler around this week, watching as he looked for flounder. The name on the side of his boat was Flounder Fishing Fool. His methods, similar to a lot of flounder angling methods, helped me find some doormats as well!
Catch What Bites
Sometimes you need to catch what bites when bottom fishing rather than fish for what doesn't bite.
Sometimes you need to catch what bites when bottom fishing rather than fish for what doesn't bite.
Jigs, Molds, Sinkers and Buckt
To save money and keep me from counting pennies while I fish, I pour my own sinkers and jig heads, and usually wrap my own bucktails. I remember growing up watching and learning from my father just how to pour lead with a sinker or jig mold. His method won't work for me today, and you'll see why as I explain it.
To save money and keep me from counting pennies while I fish, I pour my own sinkers and jig heads, and usually wrap my own bucktails. I remember growing up watching and learning from my father just how to pour lead with a sinker or jig mold. His method won't work for me today, and you'll see why as I explain it.
Jim Kup caught these two Redfish, one 28" & the other 24"
Jim Kup caught these two Redfish, one 28" & the other 24" in the surf at Padre Island on his Kayak.
Jim Kup caught these two Redfish, one 28" & the other 24" in the surf at Padre Island on his Kayak.
Florida Keys Fishing
Sometimes we take things for granted. Growing up, our surroundings, no matter how exotic or grand they may be, will become common place to us. Florida Keys fishing is like that for me. I grew up on the Florida Keys fishing with my father. We actually lived in Key West, but we fished up and down the Florida Keys.
Sometimes we take things for granted. Growing up, our surroundings, no matter how exotic or grand they may be, will become common place to us. Florida Keys fishing is like that for me. I grew up on the Florida Keys fishing with my father. We actually lived in Key West, but we fished up and down the Florida Keys.
Watch the Tides!
Every time I head out from a boat ramp, I look at the tide situation and I tell myself – I need to do a piece on watching the tides.
Every time I head out from a boat ramp, I look at the tide situation and I tell myself – I need to do a piece on watching the tides.
Ultralight Spinning Reel
Ultralights are usually reels that handle six pound test line or less. Some reels are actually designed for 2 pound test line. Prices vary for these little guys, as does quality and saltwater resistance.
Ultralights are usually reels that handle six pound test line or less. Some reels are actually designed for 2 pound test line. Prices vary for these little guys, as does quality and saltwater resistance.
Redfish on the Fly
I never was much of a fly fisherman, particularly for redfish - never really took the time to learn, early on. It's like a lot of other things in life where you just sort of learn as you go out of necessity. Like, the best way to get cold, hard butter onto a piece of hot toast is obviously to pick the stick of butter up and use it like a giant yellow crayon. Hey, it worked for me, even if my mother did banish me from the kitchen forever!
I never was much of a fly fisherman, particularly for redfish - never really took the time to learn, early on. It's like a lot of other things in life where you just sort of learn as you go out of necessity. Like, the best way to get cold, hard butter onto a piece of hot toast is obviously to pick the stick of butter up and use it like a giant yellow crayon. Hey, it worked for me, even if my mother did banish me from the kitchen forever!
Huge thunderstorms are dangerous events when fishing offshore
Huge thunderstorms are dangerous events when fishing offshor
Huge thunderstorms are dangerous events when fishing offshor
The Versatile Jig
Jigs are the most versatile lure in your tackle box.
Jigs are the most versatile lure in your tackle box.
Casting to a Tailing Redfish
There are many anglers who claim to never have seen a tailing redfish. I think it turns out that these anglers may have actually seen some, but just didn’t know what they were seeing at the time. They can generally be found in a low water condition, either on an outgoing or an incoming tide, moving along the edge of oyster or bars. The crabs and other crustaceans that inhabit these areas are a favorite food source.
There are many anglers who claim to never have seen a tailing redfish. I think it turns out that these anglers may have actually seen some, but just didn’t know what they were seeing at the time. They can generally be found in a low water condition, either on an outgoing or an incoming tide, moving along the edge of oyster or bars. The crabs and other crustaceans that inhabit these areas are a favorite food source.
Arlene from the Women's Surf Fishing Club of New Jersey
Arlene from the Women's Surf Fishing Club of New Jersey
Arlene from the Women's Surf Fishing Club of New Jersey
Plano Soft Sided Tackle Box
This soft sided tackle box holds three separate Plano containers for all your hooks, lures, and tackle. Ideal for back country fishing.
This soft sided tackle box holds three separate Plano containers for all your hooks, lures, and tackle. Ideal for back country fishing.
Fishing the Red Sea - Part 1
red sea fishing egypt squid fishing red sea
red sea fishing egypt squid fishing red sea
John with his North Florida Seatrout
John with his North Florida Seatrout
John with his North Florida Seatrout
Bear with a Mazatlan, Mexico "pompano"
Bear with a Mazatlan, Mexico "pompano" caught trolling mullet imitation stick baits.
Bear with a Mazatlan, Mexico "pompano" caught trolling mullet imitation stick baits.
How Big Can a Redfish Grow
How big can a redfish grow? My son, Tom, along with Jason Marsh and Jonathon Richard from Jacksonville were pondering that question this week.
How big can a redfish grow? My son, Tom, along with Jason Marsh and Jonathon Richard from Jacksonville were pondering that question this week.