Casting distance, when it comes to surf fishing, can be the difference between catching fish and just fishing. Distance matters because it allows you to cover more water and reach the fish hanging just out of reach of most surf anglers. If you’ve been surf fishing long, no doubt you have come across a school … Read more
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
