3 Fundamental Tips For Catching Redfish From The Surf

Catching redfish from the surf featured image - Ken Kuhn holding a nice slot redfish caught from the Padre Island surf

Redfish, also known as red drum, are a popular game fish along the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts of the US. They frequent bays, estuaries, offshore structures, and are also common in the surf. However, knowing where to find them and when they’re likely to bite is key to catching them. Follow along and we’ll go … Read more

6 Safety Tips For Dealing With Marine Wildlife When Saltwater Fishing

Dealing with Marine wildlife while fishing - Photo of a fisherman holding up a large yellow tail and a sealion coming up out of the water to grab it from him.

I spend many a day fishing in the bays, on the beaches, and offshore waters. The thrill, excitement, and anticipation of saltwater fishing are hard to match, but there are a variety of marine wildlife species that we need to be aware of on our angling adventures. Some can be dangerous and some we can … Read more

7 Tips To Safely And Effectively Remove A Fishing Hook From Someone

How to Remove a Fishing Hook - picture of a treble hook embedded in the back of an anglers hand

If you fish long enough sooner or later you will be faced with a situation you’d probably rather avoid, you or someone you know will get a fishing hook in their person. When that happens you need to know how to safely remove a fishing hook. QUICK LOOK: 7 Tips to Safely Remove a Fishing … Read more

The 4 Primary Factors In Solving The Challenge Of How To Find Fish In Unfamiliar Waters

How to find fish in unfamiliar waters - fisherman in the bow of his boat pointing to a likely fishing spot

I like to try new fishing destinations, but like most of us when faced with unfamiliar waters, the first question that comes up is how to find fish in these new waters. There is a certain excitement and anticipation when fishing an unfamiliar body of water for the first time. That excitement combined with the … Read more

7 Tips For Dealing With Seaweed And Vegetation While Surf Fishing

Dealing with Seaweed while surf fishing - Nice red drum on the beach with a line full of seaweed.

If you’ve ever spent any time surf fishing, you know that seaweed is just sometimes par for the course. It’s a natural part of coastal ecosystems, but as a fisherman, seaweed can make your outing challenging, to say the least. Surf fishing in these conditions requires a certain finesse and an understanding of how aquatic … Read more

The Pros And Cons Of DIY Surf Fishing Versus Surf Fishing Charters

DIY surf fishing - Bikini-clad lady angler jumping a wave in the surf while holding her rod and reel above the water

If you’re new to surf fishing, or even if you’ve been doing it for years, at one time or another you’ve probably considered hiring a guide for a surf fishing charter. Anglers hire charters for nearly every other kind of fishing. And, you can do the same for surf fishing. Although there are not as … Read more

Advantages And Disadvantages Of Using Live Bait For Saltwater Fishing

Live bait for saltwater fishing - a pair of hands cradling a large live shrimp.

Using live bait for saltwater fishing, and any fishing for that matter is a tried-and-true method steeped in tradition. Ask any seasoned angler and they’ll confirm that the use of live bait can often tip the scales in their favor. From enticing finicky game fish to providing the ultimate match the hatch natural presentation, live … Read more

The Art Of Reading The Beach 7 Tips For Successful Surf Fishing

Reading the Beach for Surfishing - J.T. McMahon and Kevin Stonebarger discussing where to try surf fishing.

I’m going to let you in on a little secret: successful surf fishing isn’t just about having the right equipment or even the perfect bait. It’s also about reading the beach like a seasoned detective follows clues. That’s right, understanding the contours of the beach can be a game-changer when you’re trying to find and … Read more

How To Catch Pompano in the Surf 7 Tips And Techniques For Targeting This Tasty Fish

How to catch Pompano in the surf featured image - 4 nice pompano on the tailgate of a surf anglers pickup

As the weather begins to cool in the fall, the Florida Pompano begins to show up in the surf along the beaches along the Gulf of Mexico from Florida to Texas. Dedicated surf anglers gear up to target these tasty and hard-fighting members of the jack family. But, how to catch Pompano in the surf? … Read more

Fisherman’s Paradise Unleashing the Secrets of Surf Fishing in Virginia Beach

Surf fishing in Virginia Beach featured image - photo taken while wading in the surf and looking back at the beach and beach houses

Virginia Beach is a popular destination for both vacationers and surf fishing enthusiasts. The city’s location on the US Atlantic coast, at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay, makes it an ideal spot for catching a variety of fish species. Come along and we’ll cover everything you need to know about surf fishing in Virginia … Read more