Progressing through fall, migratory species invade local waters
It’s time to start the hunt in the Gulf of Mexico for migratory species. Spanish mackerel, king mackerel and bonito, […]
With autumn in the air, bait plentiful, predators take the hook
A taste of autumn is in the air. Or should I say in the water? The beaches of Anna Maria […]
Pelagics make a showing, live bait, artificials produce hookups
Recent cold fronts have heated up fall fishing. During the past week’s cold fronts, we saw both inshore and offshore […]
Inshore, offshore hookups remain as fall, cooler temps arrive
With overnight and morning air temps in the low- to mid-70s, fishing around Anna Maria Island is getting better as […]
Rain persists, anglers persevere in Anna Maria Island waters
Dodging rain storms remained the trend for yet another week, while anglers working the waters around Anna Maria Island retain […]
Wait out rainstorms to be rewarded with hookups, dinner
If you’re planning a backcountry fishing trip in the waters surrounding Anna Maria Island this month, you’ll want to bring […]
Thunderstorms flush catch-and-release trio from river to hook
Fishing around Anna Maria Island remained consistent despite the fresh water draining from the Manatee River to the bays. The […]
Fish for success: Know tides, check temps, follow weather
Inshore fishing around Anna Maria Island is following the typical hot summertime pattern. Hot days. Hot catches. And BOLO for […]
Use radar to avoid storms, employ fish finder for hookups
With the recent frequency of rainstorms moving from the Gulf of Mexico, anglers are watching the sky. Larger showers can […]
Head out for social distance and a hook up with fish
Amid the dark cloud over our heads called COVID-19, many people are finding the best place to be is on […]