Saltwater Fishing: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
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!
Gifts Under 200 Dollars
Here are my picks for holiday gifts for the anglers and fishers in your life. These are all under or around $200.00.
Here are my picks for holiday gifts for the anglers and fishers in your life. These are all under or around $200.00.
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 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
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Blumbergs and their Texas Red Snapper Catch
The Blumbergs and their Texas Red Snapper Catch
The Blumbergs and their Texas Red Snapper Catch
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
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.
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.
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.
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
Fishing for Jail Birds!
Have you ever had someone try to teach you how to do something only to come to the realization that what he is teaching you is almost impossible? That's the way I felt many years ago when my father was trying to teach me how to set the hook on, and catch sheepshead. Known for their bait stealing prowess, these hard fighting fish have caused more grief to more fishermen than just about any other fish.
Have you ever had someone try to teach you how to do something only to come to the realization that what he is teaching you is almost impossible? That's the way I felt many years ago when my father was trying to teach me how to set the hook on, and catch sheepshead. Known for their bait stealing prowess, these hard fighting fish have caused more grief to more fishermen than just about any other fish.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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!
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.
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
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.
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.
Saltwater Fishing - HowTos
An index of HowTos for the Saltwater Fishing guide site.
An index of HowTos for the Saltwater Fishing guide site.
Kahle Fish Hook
Hook Gallery of Pictures - Types of Hooks
Hook Gallery of Pictures - Types of Hooks
Circle Hook
Hook Gallery of Pictures - Types of Hooks
Hook Gallery of Pictures - Types of Hooks
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!
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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.
Bass Pro Shops Crane Swivel
Bass Pro Shops Crane Swivel
Bass Pro Shops Crane Swivel
Steve Johnson and His Spotted Redfish - Side 2
Steve Johnson and His Spotted Redfish - Side 2
Steve Johnson and His Spotted Redfish - Side 2
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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!!
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.
Aberdeen Fish Hook
Hook Gallery of Pictures - Types of Hooks
Hook Gallery of Pictures - Types of Hooks
Live Bait Hook
Hook Gallery of Pictures - Types of Hooks
Hook Gallery of Pictures - Types of Hooks
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.
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.
Abu Garcia Cardinal C3
Product Review - Abu Garcia Cardinal C3
Product Review - Abu Garcia Cardinal C3
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.
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.
Cleaning a Redfish
Here is a step by step instruction on cleaning a redfish
Here is a step by step instruction on cleaning a redfish
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.
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.
Reduced Limits and Seasonal Cl
The South Atlantic Fisheries Management Council (SAFMC) has formulated regulations that have affected both the commercial and recreational fisherman. These regulations have reduced the bag limit on a number of species, shortened the season on many other species, and very shortly will close the season on a significant portion of the Atlantic coast to bottom fishing for the foreseeable future. Some are wondering, “How did all this happen so fast”?
The South Atlantic Fisheries Management Council (SAFMC) has formulated regulations that have affected both the commercial and recreational fisherman. These regulations have reduced the bag limit on a number of species, shortened the season on many other species, and very shortly will close the season on a significant portion of the Atlantic coast to bottom fishing for the foreseeable future. Some are wondering, “How did all this happen so fast”?
Make Bait Tips For Jigs
How to make shrimp tips fro your jigs.
How to make shrimp tips fro your jigs.
Restin'Ready Rod Holder
The Restin'Ready rod holder securely holds a rod and reel at the correct fishing angle while preventing loss and damage to it, all the while allowing the user instant, unrestricted retrieval of the rod for setting the hook and reeling in the catch.
The Restin'Ready rod holder securely holds a rod and reel at the correct fishing angle while preventing loss and damage to it, all the while allowing the user instant, unrestricted retrieval of the rod for setting the hook and reeling in the catch.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
O'Shaunessy Fish Hook
Hook Gallery of Pictures - Types of Hooks
Hook Gallery of Pictures - Types of Hooks
Sebastian Inlet Snook
Sebastian Inlet is located about half way down Florida's East Coast. It is the only inlet from the Atlantic to the Florida Intracoastal Waterway for many miles in both directions, and as such, it becomes a gathering place for both baitfish and predator fish. And on September 1, every year it also becomes a gathering place for snook fishermen.
Sebastian Inlet is located about half way down Florida's East Coast. It is the only inlet from the Atlantic to the Florida Intracoastal Waterway for many miles in both directions, and as such, it becomes a gathering place for both baitfish and predator fish. And on September 1, every year it also becomes a gathering place for snook fishermen.
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.
Bass Pro Shops Snap Swivel
Bass Pro Shops Snap Swivel
Bass Pro Shops Snap Swivel
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.
In the Chum Line
Chumming for fish will increase your catch. Try some chum next time you go. Put a chum bag over and see the results.
Chumming for fish will increase your catch. Try some chum next time you go. Put a chum bag over and see the results.
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.
Full Product Review Mitchell 300X Spinning Reel
Mitchell 300X Spinning Reel Product Review: fish fight florida east coast reel guide worm gear trilene
Mitchell 300X Spinning Reel Product Review: fish fight florida east coast reel guide worm gear trilene
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.
Kingfish Picture
This is a picture of my 28 lb kingfish - Mike Burk.
This is a picture of my 28 lb kingfish - Mike Burk.
Product Review - Daiwa BG-15 Spinning Reel
This is a mid-price range reel from Daiwa that really works as well its higher priced cousins.
This is a mid-price range reel from Daiwa that really works as well its higher priced cousins.
Dock Fishing
This is the time of year to fish with live shrimp under and around the docks in the middle St Johns River in Florida. While mostly a freshwater area, the shrimp migrate inland to spawn. Saltwater species like sheepshead and redfish also migrate inland, and this is the time to catch them.
This is the time of year to fish with live shrimp under and around the docks in the middle St Johns River in Florida. While mostly a freshwater area, the shrimp migrate inland to spawn. Saltwater species like sheepshead and redfish also migrate inland, and this is the time to catch them.
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
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.
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%!
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.
John with his North Florida Seatrout
John with his North Florida Seatrout
John with his North Florida Seatrout
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.
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!
Calcutta Jewfish
We caught our share of Jewfish (Goliath Grouper) over the years. The first was 80lbs in 1959. The heaviest was 347lbs. The last one was 40lbs. The ones in between those years are what my memories are made of. Most of the small to medium size fish we caught were caught in the rivers and creeks. The most memorable ones were not the big ones; the most memorable ones were the ones we caught on cane poles in the creeks - Calcutta cane poles about 2 inches in diameter at the butt.
We caught our share of Jewfish (Goliath Grouper) over the years. The first was 80lbs in 1959. The heaviest was 347lbs. The last one was 40lbs. The ones in between those years are what my memories are made of. Most of the small to medium size fish we caught were caught in the rivers and creeks. The most memorable ones were not the big ones; the most memorable ones were the ones we caught on cane poles in the creeks - Calcutta cane poles about 2 inches in diameter at the butt.
Redfish Pushing Water
We were in about eighteen inches of water using the trolling motor as we watched a school of over a hundred tailing redfish swimming in front of us. Fishing for tailing redfish can be as exciting as it gets.
We were in about eighteen inches of water using the trolling motor as we watched a school of over a hundred tailing redfish swimming in front of us. Fishing for tailing redfish can be as exciting as it gets.
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.
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.
Stand Up Rods
Stand up rods came on the scene many years ago, but only in the last several years have they become immensely popular. These short, fast taper rods offer the angler the opportunity to literally go one-on-one with some awfully hard fighting fish. And the shortness of the rod makes the fight even more personal.
Stand up rods came on the scene many years ago, but only in the last several years have they become immensely popular. These short, fast taper rods offer the angler the opportunity to literally go one-on-one with some awfully hard fighting fish. And the shortness of the rod makes the fight even more personal.
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?
Sunrise River Custom Knife
The Sunrise River Custom Knife is an excellent overall fishing knife. It holds a great edge and when dulled is easily sharpened with just a few strokes. Built well, with a very comfortable handle.
The Sunrise River Custom Knife is an excellent overall fishing knife. It holds a great edge and when dulled is easily sharpened with just a few strokes. Built well, with a very comfortable handle.
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.
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.
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
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...
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
Jeff's Green Tuny (Atlantic Bonito)
Jeff aboard the C-Monster with a "green tuny" (Atlantic Bonito) caught in 40 feet of water, on a Number Niner Dredge, in Plum Gut off Orient Point, NY, in July of 2007.
Jeff aboard the C-Monster with a "green tuny" (Atlantic Bonito) caught in 40 feet of water, on a Number Niner Dredge, in Plum Gut off Orient Point, NY, in July of 2007.
Randy Moore's Redfish
Randy Moore and a Galveston Fishing Pier Redfish
Randy Moore and a Galveston Fishing Pier Redfish
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.
Bass Pro Shops Barrell Swivel
Bass Pro Shops Barrell Swivel
Bass Pro Shops Barrell Swivel
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.
Redfish Tournaments
Are redfish tournaments simply another form of commercial fishing?
Are redfish tournaments simply another form of commercial fishing?
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.
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.
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!
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.
South Florida Dolphin
Leave it to me to create a controversy in areas I never meant to wander. Many of you wrote me concerning dolphin fishing, several of you very upset that we would fish for and eat this "wonderful mammal". So before I go into our dolphin excursion this past week, let me clear the air.
Leave it to me to create a controversy in areas I never meant to wander. Many of you wrote me concerning dolphin fishing, several of you very upset that we would fish for and eat this "wonderful mammal". So before I go into our dolphin excursion this past week, let me clear the air.
Find Sheepshead
Sometimes a slow sheepshead bite means you need to move around to find isolated pockets of fish
Sometimes a slow sheepshead bite means you need to move around to find isolated pockets of fish
Nice Catch of Red Snapper by David Eastabrooks
This is from my last fishing trip. I had a great time. The water was calm. We went 40 miles out and fished in a few spots. I caught a 25 pound red snapper and all together we caught 120 pounds of red snapper.
This is from my last fishing trip. I had a great time. The water was calm. We went 40 miles out and fished in a few spots. I caught a 25 pound red snapper and all together we caught 120 pounds of red snapper.
Gabriel Velez' Boat from Ceiba, Puerto Rico
Gabriel Velez' Boat from Ceiba, Puerto Rico
Gabriel Velez' Boat from Ceiba, Puerto Rico
Live Bait Rules - A Dilemma
We were bottom fishing some twnety miles offshore over an artificial reef, using small live fish for bait. One of our favorite live bottom baits is a small vermillion snapper - a beeliner. Grouper and red snapper love these fish, and I have used them for years - that is up until now.
We were bottom fishing some twnety miles offshore over an artificial reef, using small live fish for bait. One of our favorite live bottom baits is a small vermillion snapper - a beeliner. Grouper and red snapper love these fish, and I have used them for years - that is up until now.
Join Our New Fishing Forum
We have a new format to our Saltwater Fishing Forum that really lends itself well to fishing reports and questions. We have divided the forum into a number of folders and we will be expanding those folders as reports come in to us.
We have a new format to our Saltwater Fishing Forum that really lends itself well to fishing reports and questions. We have divided the forum into a number of folders and we will be expanding those folders as reports come in to us.
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.
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.
Boat Anchoring Tips
Boat anchor tips fro positioning your boat over a fishing hole. Use these boat anchor tips to get it right the first time
Boat anchor tips fro positioning your boat over a fishing hole. Use these boat anchor tips to get it right the first time
Venting a Deep Water Fish
Over the years I have caught many fish from water deeper than about ninety feet that come to the surface with their stomach protruding from their mouth like a big balloon. Not doing my research, I though it was an air bladder, and while I knew it had to be vented, I never really studied the best way to accomplish the task.
Over the years I have caught many fish from water deeper than about ninety feet that come to the surface with their stomach protruding from their mouth like a big balloon. Not doing my research, I though it was an air bladder, and while I knew it had to be vented, I never really studied the best way to accomplish the task.
Kayak Fishing
Kayak Fishing
Kayak Fishing
Jigging the Mangroves - Saltwater Fishing
Mangroves are found all over the world in subtropical and tropical waters: the southern half of Florida, Texas, Mexico and the Caribbean. And fishing these mangroves with jigs can provide some of the most productive fishing to be found.
Mangroves are found all over the world in subtropical and tropical waters: the southern half of Florida, Texas, Mexico and the Caribbean. And fishing these mangroves with jigs can provide some of the most productive fishing to be found.
A Christmas Gift to Remember
Being a kid with a fishing fever always meant that I looked forward to Christmas with a particular desire for "fishing" gifts. On Christmas morning, I would wade through the requisite socks, sweaters, and other clothes from aunts and grandparents, looking for the present that had my Dad's distinctive handwriting on it.
Being a kid with a fishing fever always meant that I looked forward to Christmas with a particular desire for "fishing" gifts. On Christmas morning, I would wade through the requisite socks, sweaters, and other clothes from aunts and grandparents, looking for the present that had my Dad's distinctive handwriting on it.
Mitchell 300X Spinning Reel
I had the opportunity to try one of the 300X reels out on some sheepshead. These fish are hard fighters and on eight pound test line, a five pound sheepshead puts up quite a fight. The drag system works extremely well, as witnessed by many long hard runs on these powerful fish.
I had the opportunity to try one of the 300X reels out on some sheepshead. These fish are hard fighters and on eight pound test line, a five pound sheepshead puts up quite a fight. The drag system works extremely well, as witnessed by many long hard runs on these powerful fish.
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
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.
Women's Surf Fishing Club of New Jersey
Women's Surf Fishing Club of New Jersey
Women's Surf Fishing Club of New Jersey
Record Sheepshead Cleaned!
An angler catches a record fish and then begins cleaning it before having it weighed. It happened this past week on Florida's west coast.
An angler catches a record fish and then begins cleaning it before having it weighed. It happened this past week on Florida's west coast.
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?
Michelle from the Women's Surf Fishing Club of New Jersey
Michelle from the Women's Surf Fishing Club of New Jersey
Michelle from the Women's Surf Fishing Club of New Jersey