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The Top 5 Things To Do In Matlacha, Florida

Welcome To Matlacha, Florida Matlacha, Florida, is a picturesque gem that captivates both tourists and locals alike with its vibrant charm and natural beauty. Nestled along the waters of Pine Island Sound, this historic village is not just a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of its rich heritage.   The name “Matlacha,”… Continue reading The Top 5 Things To Do In Matlacha, Florida

Inshore Fishing For Beginners

Inshore Fishing For Beginners Inshore fishing is ideal for beginners due to its accessibility and the generally calmer conditions compared to offshore fishing. Inshore areas, like bays, estuaries, and nearshore reefs, are typically closer to shore and often have more predictable weather patterns. This makes them less intimidating for newcomers who might be apprehensive about… Continue reading Inshore Fishing For Beginners

Red Fish Fishing In SouthWest Florida

Redfish Fishing In SWFL For redfish fishing in Southwest Florida, the best locations are often around the estuaries and backwaters of places like Charlotte Harbor, the Ten Thousand Islands, and the waters near Naples.   Redfish are commonly found in the shallow coastal waters, estuaries, and mangroves along the Gulf Coast. These areas provide the… Continue reading Red Fish Fishing In SouthWest Florida

Tarpon Fishing In SWFL

Tarpon Fishing in SWFL Southwest Florida is renowned for its exceptional tarpon fishing, particularly around the waters of Boca Grande Pass, which is often hailed as the “Tarpon Capital of the World.” This area offers a prime location due to the strong currents and abundant baitfish, making it a hotspot for anglers. Other notable spots… Continue reading Tarpon Fishing In SWFL

Fishing with El Niño

Pine Island Sound, FL Apr 1st 2024 If you enjoy flying kites as a hobby then the month of April has been quite the thrill for you with the El Niño pattern and the high winds we are experiencing here in Southwest Florida. It’s been tough to find a day where the weather is just… Continue reading Fishing with El Niño

Springing Into Action

Pine Island Sound, FL Mar 20th 2024 The spring bite is on fire here in Southwest Florida! Bait has arrived and is just about anywhere you look, the trout are big and in the middle of their spring spawn, redfish and snook are present all over the mangrove islands as well as some juvenile tarpon… Continue reading Springing Into Action

A Glimpse of Spring

Captiva Island, FL Feb 27th 2024 Is it too soon to welcome spring into SWFL? I don’t think so, we are starting to see a glimpse of the most wonderful season for big trout, healthy snook, strong reds and many other fun times on the water. Gator trout are scattered throughout the sound right now… Continue reading A Glimpse of Spring

Groundhog Day

Pine Island Sound, FL Feb 5th 2024 In most of the country, the groundhog determines when spring will arrive, out here on the water we have our own signs of early spring. For one, when we start catching the big gator trout it’s a sure sign great weather, fishing, and fun are just around the… Continue reading Groundhog Day

Winter Fishing Report

Boca Grande, FL February 5th 2024 Sheepshead, sheepshead and more sheepshead. That’s what this time of year is all about. We are all in on these fish and finding a few bigger fish around docks and rocks in and around Pine Island. Using pieces of shrimp on a light jig head or circle hook with… Continue reading Winter Fishing Report

Herding Sheep to Start the New Year

Pine Island Sound, FL January 1st 2024 Sheepshead fishing is in full swing and they’re giving us some fun days on the water. These tasty, hard-fighting fish are highly sought after during our winter months. They can be a tricky fish to hook, with a mouth full of human-like teeth the areas to set a… Continue reading Herding Sheep to Start the New Year

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