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Sightfishing in Paradise 101 by Chris Asaro (10/21/2009)
Oahu offers some of the best flats fishing in the world! Expect shots at tailing and cruising bonefish that average 4-8 lbs with a legitamate shot at the next world record. Trevally are also present and can get over 30lbs!
Oahu offers some of the best flats fishing in the world! Expect shots at tailing and cruising bonefish that average 4-8 lbs with a legitamate shot at the next world record. Trevally are also present and can get over 30lbs!
Go Light for Great Action by Terry Frankford (08/20/2009)
Using light tackle makes for great action when catching inshore species. Hooking a fish in open water you still have to take your time - let it run - tiring it out - then bring it in for the catch or release.
Using light tackle makes for great action when catching inshore species. Hooking a fish in open water you still have to take your time - let it run - tiring it out - then bring it in for the catch or release.
Tiny Shrimp - No White Bait - What to Do? by Terry Frankford (07/14/2009)
When you can't find the bait you want - don't give up. A little tip to help catch those fish even if things look bleak.
When you can't find the bait you want - don't give up. A little tip to help catch those fish even if things look bleak.
Tropic Bay Popper by Pat Horrigan (05/13/2009)
This is a great popper that can take a beating. I have been tying this pattern for I don\'t know how many years. I recently saw a version on Enrico\'s website where you can see a video on how to tie it as well.
This is a great popper that can take a beating. I have been tying this pattern for I don\'t know how many years. I recently saw a version on Enrico\'s website where you can see a video on how to tie it as well.
Tips for Trout by Terry Frankford (05/05/2009)
Maybe on the surface - maybe mid-water - maybe on the bottom - change it up to find the fish
Maybe on the surface - maybe mid-water - maybe on the bottom - change it up to find the fish
Silver King(El Rey Plateado) - Megalops Atlanticus by Francisco Rosario (03/12/2009)
Puerto Rico is the "secret" hot fishing spot just a few hours from any major airport in the US mainland. Beautiful Weather and Awesome Fishing, "Life is Good!"
Puerto Rico is the "secret" hot fishing spot just a few hours from any major airport in the US mainland. Beautiful Weather and Awesome Fishing, "Life is Good!"
Fishing in February by Keith Mixon (02/03/2009)
As a Florida native who has grown up fishing around this great state, I realize just how blessed I am to have the opportunities to wet a line practically any day of the year. Many anglers should be able to find some type of protection from Mother Nature and still be able to fish when she doesn't present her best.
As a Florida native who has grown up fishing around this great state, I realize just how blessed I am to have the opportunities to wet a line practically any day of the year. Many anglers should be able to find some type of protection from Mother Nature and still be able to fish when she doesn't present her best.
Not Just Another Pretty Face by Woody Gore (01/17/2009)
Spotted Sea Trout are one of the most beautiful fish around and fishing for them in clear water is awesome. They really seem to light up when on the hook.
Spotted Sea Trout are one of the most beautiful fish around and fishing for them in clear water is awesome. They really seem to light up when on the hook.
A Knot is Not Always a Loop Knot by Woody Gore (01/17/2009)
Knots have been around since man first tied a stone to a stick. But using a loop knot to tie on your lures and hooks give the bait more action.
Knots have been around since man first tied a stone to a stick. But using a loop knot to tie on your lures and hooks give the bait more action.
Fishing the Flats for the New Year! by Keith Mixon (01/12/2009)
There is no better way to start out the new year than to enjoy the great out doors fishing. Whether you are by yourself or with loved ones, there is no better way to create a lasting memory.
There is no better way to start out the new year than to enjoy the great out doors fishing. Whether you are by yourself or with loved ones, there is no better way to create a lasting memory.
Fishing For The New Year by Keith Mixon (12/29/2008)
Many anglers will be in need of some liquid therapy in order to recover from the holidays. By this I mean taking personal time to doing some fishing. A great New Years resolution for many of us sholud be to spend more time on the water with a love ones.
Many anglers will be in need of some liquid therapy in order to recover from the holidays. By this I mean taking personal time to doing some fishing. A great New Years resolution for many of us sholud be to spend more time on the water with a love ones.
Fishing for Flat Out Cold Water Reds by Judy Helmey (12/28/2008)
I fished with Captain Crawley of Miss Judy Charters and I learned a lot about cold water fishing for reds. Now I know the best jerk baits to use, how to work them, best lures to cast, why and I could go on, but...It a lot of reel good information....
I fished with Captain Crawley of Miss Judy Charters and I learned a lot about cold water fishing for reds. Now I know the best jerk baits to use, how to work them, best lures to cast, why and I could go on, but...It a lot of reel good information....
The silver treasures of the flats by Francisco Rosario (11/14/2008)
The best Tarpon season in Puerto Rico coincides with the winter and spring in the US, providing the angler an excuse to escape the brutal winter weather and enjoy a few days of tropical Paradise .
The best Tarpon season in Puerto Rico coincides with the winter and spring in the US, providing the angler an excuse to escape the brutal winter weather and enjoy a few days of tropical Paradise .
Jiggin' The Flats by Charlie Conner (10/23/2008)
When using jigheads on the flats, pay attention to how each is made and how it will actually work on the shallow waters.
When using jigheads on the flats, pay attention to how each is made and how it will actually work on the shallow waters.
Recent Trip to the San Juan Estuary by Till Brauer Mongil (07/30/2008)
Great morning of fishing for the Buss family! A few days ago had the great pleasure of having Jim and Dan Buss onboard to do a little Puerto Rico Backcountry fishing with me.
Great morning of fishing for the Buss family! A few days ago had the great pleasure of having Jim and Dan Buss onboard to do a little Puerto Rico Backcountry fishing with me.
Switch Up Baits by Terry Frankford (07/29/2008)
Don't get stuck on the same bait, switching up can make all the difference in your live well
Don't get stuck on the same bait, switching up can make all the difference in your live well
Big Reds - Light Tackle by Terry Frankford (05/13/2008)
Structure fishing big reds with 8 to 10 pound test is exciting and a blast, here are a few tips to get that great catch & release photo.
Structure fishing big reds with 8 to 10 pound test is exciting and a blast, here are a few tips to get that great catch & release photo.
Inshore Action on the Rise by Mike Gore (02/06/2008)
What do expect in the upcoming month. The Snook, Redfish, and Trout bite will really start to turn on, as bait starts to make its way back onto the flats.
What do expect in the upcoming month. The Snook, Redfish, and Trout bite will really start to turn on, as bait starts to make its way back onto the flats.
Fishing Capital of the World by Woody Gore (01/18/2008)
With Florida being the fishing capital of the world it stands to reason that the Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Bradenton and Sarasota areas would offer incredible inshore fishing action. Because its home to over 200 different species, anglers travel to Tampa Bay from around the world eager to take advantage of our unsurpassed fishing.
With Florida being the fishing capital of the world it stands to reason that the Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Bradenton and Sarasota areas would offer incredible inshore fishing action. Because its home to over 200 different species, anglers travel to Tampa Bay from around the world eager to take advantage of our unsurpassed fishing.
Big Reds - lite-tackle - structure by Terry Frankford (01/17/2008)
It's not easy pulling a fifteen pound Redfish from structure using ten pound test line, however it can be done, and it\'s a blast.
It's not easy pulling a fifteen pound Redfish from structure using ten pound test line, however it can be done, and it\'s a blast.
Capt. Rick Grassett’s Fishing Forecast for November 2007 by Rick Grassett (11/10/2007)
Snook will be staging on the flats as they make their move toward the backcountry, reds will scatter on the flats following schooling in September and October and “gator” trout will venture into skinny water to feed. In the coastal gulf, look for Spanish mackerel, bluefish, little tunny, cobia and more.
Snook will be staging on the flats as they make their move toward the backcountry, reds will scatter on the flats following schooling in September and October and “gator” trout will venture into skinny water to feed. In the coastal gulf, look for Spanish mackerel, bluefish, little tunny, cobia and more.
Top 5 Artificial Baits for the Mosquito Lagoon by David Rogers (09/19/2007)
What are the best artificial lures for the Mosquito Lagoon and Indian River Lagoon? There are many baits to choose from, but these work for me. I am always experimenting with different baits.
What are the best artificial lures for the Mosquito Lagoon and Indian River Lagoon? There are many baits to choose from, but these work for me. I am always experimenting with different baits.
Effective Shallow Water Baits by Tom Carver (09/05/2007)
Effective Shallow Water Baits for flats fishing in the World Famous Mosquito Lagoon.
Effective Shallow Water Baits for flats fishing in the World Famous Mosquito Lagoon.
Finding fish on the Flats by Gil Coombes (08/11/2007)
As we all know Flats fishing is one of the hardest types of fishing to master, crystal clear water and shallow depths all give fish the advantage. Here is the way Smokin EM Charters has such success while working the Flats of S. Florida.
As we all know Flats fishing is one of the hardest types of fishing to master, crystal clear water and shallow depths all give fish the advantage. Here is the way Smokin EM Charters has such success while working the Flats of S. Florida.