August from the bench

As we sat down at the fly tying bench for this month, August. We’re in full summer mode and tying baitfish style flies to resemble the scaled sardines or pilchards that are so prevalent and a favorite of our local gamefish. Too, as our rain totals increase providing...

August outlook

While enduring the current heat and humidity it might seem that our options are limited.  However, there are some unique opportunities if you’re ready to get up early and be on the water before sunrise. The flat calm conditions make the boat ride worthwhile and it’s a...
Weekly on the fly

Weekly on the fly

This week we’re still loading out of Ponce or Laishley park and working mangrove shorelines towards the top of the harbor. We’re focusing on juvenile tarpon and they’ve been a bit shy and hit and miss. We are picking up a few snook along the way with...

Boca Grande fishing report

The fishing around Boca Grande has been pretty good so far this summer. With it’s proximity to the Gulf passes, Boca Grande and Little Gasparilla, the more oxygenated water flowing in from the outside really helps. Working shorelines anywhere around the intracoastal...