Fly Fishing the Surf: A 3 Step Beginner’s Guide to the Exciting Sport of Fly Fishing from the Beach

Fly Fishing the Surf - Fly angler making a long cast into the surf

When it comes to fly fishing, one often envisions tranquil rivers or serene lakes. However, there’s another dimension to this thrilling sport that offers an entirely different experience: fly fishing the surf. Combining the art of fly casting, the excitement of catching fish, and the power of the ocean, fly fishing the surf presents anglers … Read more

Surf Fishing for Stripers: 6 Tips for Targeting these Powerful Fish Along the Beachfront

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Striped bass, also known as stripers, are a highly sought-after game fish that can be found along the Atlantic coast of North America, the San Jouquin and Sacramento river systems of California and even along the beach front, and they have even been stocked in many freshwater lakes. For decades, surf fishing for stripers has … Read more

Surf Fishing South Padre Island Texas – 34 Miles of Angling Paradise with Fun for the Whole Family

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Growing up in south Texas, I spent many hours fishing the beaches of Padre Island National Seashore or north Padre Island. But, I have made more than a few trips to the southern tip of Texas for a variety of fishing adventures, including surf fishing South Padre Island Texas. QUICK LOOK: South Padre Island, located … Read more

Surf Fishing Crystal Beach Texas 7 Miles of Great Fishing and Fun in the Sun

Surf Fishing Crystal Beach Texas featured image - 3 anglers kneeling next to a big bull shark they caught from the surf at Crystal Beach Texas

Surf fishing Crystal Beach Texas is a fun and relaxing way to enjoy the natural beauty and bounty of the Gulf Coast. You can catch fish such as redfish, speckled trout, flounder, pompano, whiting, croaker, and more. You can also enjoy the sun, sand, surf, and sea breeze while you fish Surf fishing is a … Read more

Beach Fishing Costa Rica: 5 of the Best Beaches in this Tropical Paradise for Surf Fishing

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With 71% of the earth’s surface covered with water, there are thousands of miles of beaches, which gives us a wide variety of beach and surf fishing options. The central American country of Costa Rica is one of the world’s premier tourist and fishing destinations. And, beach fishing Costa Rica is one of the many … Read more

How to Catch Black Drum: 7 Tips for Targeting these Powerful and Tasty Fish

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There’s nothing quite like the thrill of reeling in a big fish, and black drum fishing offers just that. These powerful fish are a popular target for anglers due to their size and powerful fight. If you are looking for a fun and exciting fishing experience, you might want to try catching black drum. Black … Read more

Surf Fishing Gulf Shores Alabama: 6 Tips for Catching Fish and Creating Lifelong Memories

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As a lifelong surf fisherman, I am always interested in new and exotic places to surf fish. The world is a big place with over 372,000 miles of coastline. Trust me, there are endless surf fishing opportunities out there. The exciting part is finding them and, of course better yet, trying them. 😉 Today we … Read more

How to Catch Gulf Kingfish aka Whiting: 6 Tips for Targeting these Plentiful and Tasty Fish

How to catch Gulf Kingfish featured image. Darcizzle offshore star holding up a pair of gulf kingfish, aka whiting, caught from the surf

Gulf Kingfish are another plentiful, fun to catch and great eating fish that is often overlooked in favor of the more popular game fish species. If you have never fished for them, or are just looking for some tips on how to catch Gulf Kingfish, we will walk you through everything you need to know … Read more

Best Surf Fishing in Florida 13 of the Top Beach Fishing Destinations in the Sunshine State

Surf fishing in Florida - featured image with bikini clad lady angler walking along a Florida beach carrying her surf spinning rod and reel combo looking for her next fishing spot

If you like surf fishing, the State of Florida has to be on high your list of places to go. With over 1,350 miles of coastline on both the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico, and a wide variety of fish to catch, Florida’s beaches are some of the best places to go surf fishing … Read more

How to Catch Sheepshead: Tips and Strategies for Targeting this Fun and Tasty Fish

How to catch sheepshead featured image. Young lady angler holding a nice sheepshead and a plate of blackened sheeps head for dinner

We’ve all experienced the reductions in bag limits for our favorite sport fish as more people take up the sport of fishing putting increased pressure on fish stocks. Sheepshead fish is one of those alternative species, like Gafftop Catfish or Gulf Kingfish, that while not as popular as other game fish, are plentiful, fun to … Read more