Fishing Reports by Captain Orlando Muniz
About The Author: Captain
Company: Nomad Fishing Charters
Area Reporting: Miami/Key Biscayne
Bio: Capt. Orlando Muniz has been fishing the waters off Miami, South Florida and the Keys for more than twenty years. During the last few years, he has been featured several popular angling magazines and web sites. He is also a current member of the Mercury Marine and the Bass Pro Shops pro teams. Orlando has a degree and background in education that better equips him to share his knowledge with customers. Fishing has always been a passion of his - one which he truly enjoys passing on to others.
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May Starting Strong Fishing Key Biscayne (5/08/2009)
[Miami,FL] So far the month of May has arrived true to form. Many nice catches are occurring every day.
[Miami,FL] So far the month of May has arrived true to form. Many nice catches are occurring every day.
Good Fishing Continues (4/08/2009)
[Miami,FL] Despite many days of high winds and foul weather fishing has been generally good. April marks a transition period for South Florida anglers and great catches are just days away.
[Miami,FL] Despite many days of high winds and foul weather fishing has been generally good. April marks a transition period for South Florida anglers and great catches are just days away.
Fishing in full swing! (2/23/2009)
[Miami,FL] After a slow showing this winter, kingfish have finally showed up in large numbers. The schools of kingfish mixed in with the sailfish and mahi complete a nice mix of fish.
[Miami,FL] After a slow showing this winter, kingfish have finally showed up in large numbers. The schools of kingfish mixed in with the sailfish and mahi complete a nice mix of fish.
Sailfish, Sailfish, and More Sailfish! (1/27/2009)
[Miami,FL] Fishing in South Florida has been red hot, especially for the high flying, tail walking sailfish. Besides the sails there have been some nice mahi and kings mixed in.
[Miami,FL] Fishing in South Florida has been red hot, especially for the high flying, tail walking sailfish. Besides the sails there have been some nice mahi and kings mixed in.
Holiday Fishing (12/22/2008)
[Miami,FL] Fishing has finally hit full stride. Everything is starting to clik as it should for this time of the year.
[Miami,FL] Fishing has finally hit full stride. Everything is starting to clik as it should for this time of the year.
Good Bite Continues! (11/16/2008)
[Miami,FL] Now is the time to get out there! Temperatures are falling and the fish are hungry.
[Miami,FL] Now is the time to get out there! Temperatures are falling and the fish are hungry.
Time to go fishing! (10/12/2008)
[Miami,FL] Anglers have been enjoying the calmer weather and better fishing. Baitfish have been moving into our area sparking things up.
[Miami,FL] Anglers have been enjoying the calmer weather and better fishing. Baitfish have been moving into our area sparking things up.
Stormy Labor Day! (8/31/2008)
[Miami,FL] South Florida fishing continues to be pretty good with many surprises. Look for fishing to improve once things settle down again.
[Miami,FL] South Florida fishing continues to be pretty good with many surprises. Look for fishing to improve once things settle down again.
Good Reef Action! (8/05/2008)
[Miami,FL] Even thought the waters are warm and many of the popular species are absent. There are still many angling opportunities that can be taken advantage of.
[Miami,FL] Even thought the waters are warm and many of the popular species are absent. There are still many angling opportunities that can be taken advantage of.
Summer Patterns Continue! (7/13/2008)
[Miami,FL] The warm weather has the dolphin pushing through. Besides the dolphin action there are also quite a few bonito and snapper biting.
[Miami,FL] The warm weather has the dolphin pushing through. Besides the dolphin action there are also quite a few bonito and snapper biting.
Hot June Fishing! (6/13/2008)
[Miami,FL] June has something for everyone. Dolphin fishing should continue to get better and better. On the reefs the mutton snapper will be lurking during the day and night. Anglers trying to beat the heat can fish at night for mangrove snapper and yellowtail.
[Miami,FL] June has something for everyone. Dolphin fishing should continue to get better and better. On the reefs the mutton snapper will be lurking during the day and night. Anglers trying to beat the heat can fish at night for mangrove snapper and yellowtail.
Hot May Fishing! (5/18/2008)
[Miami,FL] A variety of fish species are still swimming in our waters. Now is the time to take advantage of the warm weather and relatively calm seas. May is a great month to target several popular species.
[Miami,FL] A variety of fish species are still swimming in our waters. Now is the time to take advantage of the warm weather and relatively calm seas. May is a great month to target several popular species.
Take Your Pick! (4/14/2008)
[Miami,FL] The fishing action has taken off and is running on all cylinders. Anglers can pretty much take their pick from a myriad of species.
[Miami,FL] The fishing action has taken off and is running on all cylinders. Anglers can pretty much take their pick from a myriad of species.
Afternoon Delights! (3/29/2008)
[Miami,FL] Spring is here and the fishing is hot. It seems like everthing we want is starting to show up. The best fishing is yet to come.
[Miami,FL] Spring is here and the fishing is hot. It seems like everthing we want is starting to show up. The best fishing is yet to come.
Action Continues (3/02/2008)
[Miami,FL] Despite a couple of slow days, most trips have proved to be quite exciting. During recent trips action has been pretty steady.
[Miami,FL] Despite a couple of slow days, most trips have proved to be quite exciting. During recent trips action has been pretty steady.
See-Saw Action Continues (2/19/2008)
[Miami,FL] Despite highs and lows in the action most days are producing good catches. Late February should bring us a lot more action.
[Miami,FL] Despite highs and lows in the action most days are producing good catches. Late February should bring us a lot more action.
New Year Report (1/13/2008)
[Miami,FL] The New Year will probably be one of the best years ever. There are many new things happening that should keep things fun and interesting.
[Miami,FL] The New Year will probably be one of the best years ever. There are many new things happening that should keep things fun and interesting.
Hot Holiday Fishing (12/14/2007)
[Miami,FL] December has gotten off to a good start. Hopefully the fishing will continue to heat up as the weather cools.
[Miami,FL] December has gotten off to a good start. Hopefully the fishing will continue to heat up as the weather cools.
Good Fishing Continues (11/18/2007)
[Miami,FL] Looks like winter fishing is here to stay. Action should get better and better for the next few months.
[Miami,FL] Looks like winter fishing is here to stay. Action should get better and better for the next few months.
November Fishing (11/12/2007)
[Miami,FL] Fishing during the month of Novemeber has been pretty good. Most of the best fishing has ocurred right after the passing of cold fronts. The pattern should continue for the next few months.
[Miami,FL] Fishing during the month of Novemeber has been pretty good. Most of the best fishing has ocurred right after the passing of cold fronts. The pattern should continue for the next few months.
Improved Fishing (10/29/2007)
[Miami,FL] South Florida is currently going through a transitional period in it's fishing action. It's the time of year when falling temperatures drive baitfish South and winter time fishing begins to take form.
[Miami,FL] South Florida is currently going through a transitional period in it's fishing action. It's the time of year when falling temperatures drive baitfish South and winter time fishing begins to take form.
Changes on the Horizon! (10/18/2007)
[Miami,FL] After a long hot summer it's time for a long awaited change in the weather. The next few months promise to bring excellent fishing opportunities.
[Miami,FL] After a long hot summer it's time for a long awaited change in the weather. The next few months promise to bring excellent fishing opportunities.
More Summer Fishing! (9/24/2007)
[Miami,FL] We've reached that time of the year when the days are hot and the fishing cool. Even thought the fishing has cooled there are still many opportunities available for those willing to put in the time and effort.
[Miami,FL] We've reached that time of the year when the days are hot and the fishing cool. Even thought the fishing has cooled there are still many opportunities available for those willing to put in the time and effort.
Kings and More! (8/29/2007)
[Miami,FL] Despite some disappointments this summer, anglers have been able to capitalize on other opportunities. All it takes is some hard work and nice baits.
[Miami,FL] Despite some disappointments this summer, anglers have been able to capitalize on other opportunities. All it takes is some hard work and nice baits.
Typical Summer Action! (8/21/2007)
[Miami,FL] After a less than typical start, our summertime fishing has now settled into a pattern. The next month or so will probably bring us more of the same unless a storm heads our way.
[Miami,FL] After a less than typical start, our summertime fishing has now settled into a pattern. The next month or so will probably bring us more of the same unless a storm heads our way.
Hot Summer Fishing! (8/09/2007)
[Miami,FL] During the hot summer months fishing tends to slow down. The best be is to get an early start while the water temps are a bit cooler and the fish are feeding.
[Miami,FL] During the hot summer months fishing tends to slow down. The best be is to get an early start while the water temps are a bit cooler and the fish are feeding.
Bahamas Action! (7/18/2007)
[Miami,FL] Fishing in the Bahamas was great even though we didn't catch our main targets. The reefs provided us with excellent action.
[Miami,FL] Fishing in the Bahamas was great even though we didn't catch our main targets. The reefs provided us with excellent action.
Summer Fishing Cools Off! (7/10/2007)
[Miami,FL] After enjoying good fishing throughout the Spring and early Summer action is starting to slow down. Anglers opting to fish at night have been rewarded with nice catches of snapper.
[Miami,FL] After enjoying good fishing throughout the Spring and early Summer action is starting to slow down. Anglers opting to fish at night have been rewarded with nice catches of snapper.
Summer Action! (6/28/2007)
[Miami,FL] The best way to describe the dolphin fishing lately has been hit or miss. Luckily there are other fish filling the gaps on those slow days.
[Miami,FL] The best way to describe the dolphin fishing lately has been hit or miss. Luckily there are other fish filling the gaps on those slow days.
Unpredictable Fishing! (6/05/2007)
[Miami,FL] The last few weeks have been pretty crazy. The weather as well as the fishing have been unpredictable.
[Miami,FL] The last few weeks have been pretty crazy. The weather as well as the fishing have been unpredictable.
High Winds - Good Fishing! (5/24/2007)
[Miami,FL] High winds have made close to impossible for many boats to make it out this week. Many have there fingers crossed and are hoping for calmer weather.
[Miami,FL] High winds have made close to impossible for many boats to make it out this week. Many have there fingers crossed and are hoping for calmer weather.
Strong Fishing (5/13/2007)
[Miami,FL] May is a transition month were we go from Spring style fishing to Summer type techniques. Action has been good for everything from blackfin tunas to sailfish.
[Miami,FL] May is a transition month were we go from Spring style fishing to Summer type techniques. Action has been good for everything from blackfin tunas to sailfish.
Smokers and Slammers (4/23/2007)
[Miami,FL] Large kingfish and dolphin continue to take center stage here in late April. Most of these large fish will probably be gone in a month or so. If you are interested in catching them now is the time.
[Miami,FL] Large kingfish and dolphin continue to take center stage here in late April. Most of these large fish will probably be gone in a month or so. If you are interested in catching them now is the time.
Springtime Variety! (4/04/2007)
[Miami,FL] The best way I can describe the fishing off South Florida right now is "magical". We are being blessed with great weather and real good fishing. Spring brings us many diverse angling opportunities.
[Miami,FL] The best way I can describe the fishing off South Florida right now is "magical". We are being blessed with great weather and real good fishing. Spring brings us many diverse angling opportunities.
Good Fishing - Rough Weather (3/25/2007)
[Miami,FL] Fishing has been good for those who manage to get out. Strong winds have made it difficult for most boats to head offshore.
[Miami,FL] Fishing has been good for those who manage to get out. Strong winds have made it difficult for most boats to head offshore.
Hot Sailfish Bite!!! (3/18/2007)
[Miami,FL] We went out just to take a few kingfish pictures after dark and the sailfish decided to show up. Obviously the pictures will have to wait.
[Miami,FL] We went out just to take a few kingfish pictures after dark and the sailfish decided to show up. Obviously the pictures will have to wait.