From the hatches from 2003-2010 that are currently producing many trophy-sized fish and how currently the Walleye harvested per hour was the 4th highest on record, and most catches were in the 15-24” range, well into the legal limit. This article will provide all the information for why your next Walleye destination needs to be Lake Erie.
The tarpon roll is an iconic display of the mysterious fish. While it can tremendously help in locating the fish, there seems to be only key times, locations, and days where “it’s on”, and the tarpon roll the way you have always wanted them to.
“The 10,000 Pushup Challenge isn’t new, but this year, it has evolved into something bigger. I am honored to be part of a movement to educate and advance conservation priorities,” says Waypoint TV CEO Builder Brock, who will be taking part himself.
You can rent out someone else’s house with Airbnb, call a ride at the click of a button with Uber, and order delivery from your favorite 5-star restaurant in seconds with Grubhub.
So, what’s the deal with fishing? What is it about the second most popular sport in the US that excludes us from cutting-edge tech?
The tarpon are pouring into the Florida Keys. Many people are headed to try to catch their first or take advantage of this time of year. In this episode of How 2 Tuesday, I go through the exact setup that I use at the bridge. We go through rod, reel, line, hook, etc. and we also talk a lot of strategy for how to land these fish efficiently and safely.
Catching bait can make or break a day of fishing. In this episode we talk about the importance of bait, how it can be used for live chum, where to find it and more. Knowing a few key things to look for can help you to have a much more successful start to your day, and you can spend much more time fishing.
In this episode from the Tom Rowland Podcast, we learn about bridge fishing from a boat. We learn about the tarpon migration, what bait to use (crabs, mullet, etc.), and what bridges to fish in the Florida Keys. Bahia Honda and Long Key Bridge near Hawks Cay are two of the best.
Few outdoor TV shows have been as groundbreaking and influential as the legendary Spanish Fly, hosted by renowned guide Jose Wejebe. And now, after many years, Spanish Fly is coming on-demand to Waypoint Feb. 5th, 2021!
On this episode of Into the Blue, Captains Scott Walker and Steve Rodger discuss the importance of having fresh live bait in the Keys and how you can ensure that you have it readily available at all times of the year.
Cobia are a great tasting fish that yield a lot of meat, give a good fight, and can be found all over the Florida Keys. We’ll get into some of the things that Tudor and Rowland observed about these fish and how to effectively catch them. Here’s everything you need to know about offshore cobia fishing.
Mutton snappers are a favorite of Scott Walker and Steve Rodger, hosts of Into the Blue. In this episode the two captains head just offshore from the Hawks Cay Resort to fish for muttons on a few of the wrecks out there. It’s an exciting episode with some good advice for any capable wreck angler. Here’s how Walker and Rodger like to catch mutton snappers on Florida wrecks.
Amberjacks are a strong and stubborn fish. According to Rowland, “They call the amberjack the reef donkey because it’s stubborn, it does not want to come in.” Justin, one of their guests for the day, had done most of his fishing in the northeast and was in great physical condition, but when he got his first amberjack bite his eyes got wide as that rod doubled over.
On this episode of Sweetwater, Miles Burghoff and Joey Nania split up and work a few different areas in the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes in Florida, seeking new bass territory along the way. Burghoff is joined by artist and professional bass fisherman Ted Lincoln who shares some of his strategies for coaxing up a bite in unfamiliar waters. Here we’ll share some of those conditions that the crew noticed about this particular fishery and how you can apply that knowledge to finding bass in your own fisheries at home.
Bonefish, one of Florida’s more coveted species of fish, particularly among serious flats anglers, are a staple of the industry down there. On this episode of Saltwater Experience, Captains Tom Rowland and Rich Tudor head to Islamorada to go after these unique fish, giving a couple tidbits of wisdom from their years of tournament bonefishing experience.
Because there isn’t much seasonal variation in southern Florida, the lakes there do not follow the same patterns that most other fisheries do. But the fishing conditions absolutely change, albeit less predictably than other areas.
In this episode of Into the Blue, Captains Scott Walker and Steve Rodger meet up in Key Largo to do some wintertime sail-fishing, as well as to break in Walker’s new boat with a set of Yamaha XTO Offshore motors on the back. We’ll dive into some of their best practices for catching sailfish this time of year as well as how to properly break in a brand new motor.
Love it or hate it, sail-fishing can be one of the most exciting fights you’ll experience out on the water. In this episode of Into the Blue, Captains Scott Walker and Steve Rodger chase Walker’s favorite species, giving their best advice for catching these elusive acrobats. “Sailfish is the premier game fish in the Florida Keys,” says a smiling Walker, “I’m possessed with catching them.”
Tournament anglers don’t always fish in lakes or ponds that they are familiar with, so most will go to that body of water a week or so beforehand to do some reconnaissance. On this episode of Sweetwater, professional bass anglers Miles Burghoff and Joey Nania head down to the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes in Florida to get in some practice and figure out the space in preparation for a tournament.
Getting people into fishing isn’t always easy, though. It requires patience and persistence (get ready to untangle a LOT of lines), but seeing the joy on someone’s face when they have a big fish on the end of their line for the first time makes it all worth it. To aid in that process, we put together this article to give you some ideas for getting your friends and family into fishing.
Fall is the best time of year for trout fishing, the low temps jolting the fish into greater activity than the hot summer months. And while spin-casting to these fish is certainly fun and challenging in its own ways, fly fishing adds an almost meditative quality to the experience. Many anglers love the idea of learning how to fly fish, but they’re not really sure where to start. It’s certainly not easy, after all, which is why HUK, the prominent fishing apparel company, put together this Ultimate Guide to Fly Fishing.
If you’re a fan of Into the Blue, then you’re well aware of the diverse assortment of gamefish available for anglers to chase in the Florida Keys. Capt. Steve Rodger, co-host of Into the Blue says that oftentimes he’ll get clients that book a 5 day charter with him, allowing them to really explore that variety and get the most out of their trip. But there’s always one option that comes up at some point. “There’s always at least one guy,” says Rodger with a grin, “who says, ‘What about sharks? Can we catch sharks?’”
When it comes to finding fish, Florida anglers have a wide variety of locations they can try, many of which are bound to hold fish. One of those options involves the many bridges that span the gaps between islands and channels. According to Tom Rowland, “There are a lot of bridges in the Florida Keys and most of them hold fish.”
In this episode of Into the Blue, Captains Scott Walker and Steve Rodger head out in search of a blackfin bite off the coast of Duck Key near the Hawk’s Cay Resort and Marina. Armed to the teeth with all the tackle, rods, and bait they need, the pair is in for a great day on the water. Here are their top 4 tips for blackfin tuna fishing.
Competition is one of the best ways to improve your skills in anything, and bass fishing is no exception. On this episode of Sweetwater, hosts Joey Nania and Miles Burghoff head out in two different directions in their Nitro boats on the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes in Florida for some friendly competition. Using some standard tournament rules, the two competitive anglers test each other’s skills while giving us some of the best tips for fishing in a tournament.
To say that the Everglades and the animals that call it home are at risk would be an understatement. It is vital that we change the way we manage Florida's waters to ensure that we don't lose these precious resources before it's too late. Since 2016, Captains for Clean Water has been fighting to make that change happen. A group of captains in Florida has banded together to ensure that the waters they love are protected.