Gag grouper fall season approved in Gulf 4-county region
At its July meeting in Orlando, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved lengthening the Gulf of Mexico gag grouper recreational season in state waters off Franklin,...
Triggerfish
FWC approves Gulf gray triggerfish limited fall season, conservation measures
At its July meeting in Orlando, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved several management changes for gray...
The Skyway, Paul Bristow
Visitors dodging afternoon thunderstorms in the Tampa Bay region found some good action at the Sunshine Skyway Fishing Piers this past week. Spanish mackerel that have been among the...
“Gumbo” Laya
So what is gumbo-laya? It’s a hearty stew with sausage, chicken and shrimp combined with finely diced vegetables and simmered in a sauce served over garlic-infused jasmine rice.
Don’t let...
Going after mahimahi
http://www.tampabay.com/sports/outdoors/captains-corner-going-after-mahimahi/2330232
The Boy Scout motto "Be Prepared" holds true for fishing any time of year, but especially now. One never knows what might show up when bottom fishing in 80-...
Spawn over, tarpon focus on eating
With tarpon spawning season over, these big migratory fish will shift their focus from aggregating to feeding. This can be good news for anglers. Earlier in the season, the...
Mangrove snapper a favorite target in hot months
http://www.tampabay.com/sports/outdoors/captains-corner-mangrove-snapper-a-favorite-target-in-hot-months/2329831
July is here and the heat is in full force. That has not slowed the fishing as the bite is hot. One of my favorite fish to target this...
Tarpon still abundant, if you know where to look
http://www.tampabay.com/sports/outdoors/captains-corner-tarpon-still-abundant-if-you-know-where-to-look/2329785
For some, this year's tarpon season is winding down. For others, we're right in the thick of it. Sight casters' opportunities begin to diminish as we get deeper into...
Nature Coast, William Toney
What I enjoy about snorkeling for scallops is the underwater solitude and being in a environment that is free and clear of the topside world. Maybe I’m the only...