Whether you fish offshore or inshore, fresh or salt, we have the best articles for you learn more about fishing and the fishing community from your favorite pro anglers.
In this episode of Into the Blue, captains Scott Walker and Steve Rodger try a more popular fishing hole, a well-known submarine wreck, in hopes of finally getting a big haul of blackfin tuna. It’s a satisfying day on the sea after their last couple outings were dogged by sharks. We’ll take a look at some of their advice for catching tuna as well as proper etiquette around other boats on a crowded day.
Read MoreOn this episode of Into the Blue, Captains Steve Rodger and Scott Walker head out into the Gulf of Mexico to chase some skyrocketing kingfish brought in by a cold front. It’s a hairy situation with a storm bearing down on them, but these two know what they’re doing and are able to catch some great fish and get out of there before the storm hits.
Tuna fishing is the bread and butter of the commercial fishing industry and captains Steve Rodger and Scott Walker have some helpful tidbits for us today as they head out to hit the “Magic Hour” and haul in a load of blackfin tuna. They cover everything from cooking tips to how to set your boat up for success.
Read MoreThis episode of Into the Blue features Captains Steve Rodger and Scott Walker as they head out into the Gulf of Mexico to fish some wrecks. Our two expert captains hit it hard in this episode, catching a wide variety of fish including grouper, cobia, and various types of snapper. The key to their success lies in finding wrecks and bait balls. Here are three tips for fishing in the Gulf of Mexico.
In this episode of ‘Into the Blue’, experts Steve Rodger and Scott Walker sit down for a deep dive into some of their techniques for swordfishing. These two have spent their lives chasing all sorts of ocean game, and both agree that swordfish provides one of the best deep-sea fishing experiences. Together, these two full-time guides will walk us through 5 things you need to know to catch more swordfish.
Read MoreSnapper fishing is a staple of the Florida Keys, and today our experts Scott Walker and Steve Rodger fire up the Mercury Marine motor and head out to catch some, then sit down to give us a rundown on the different types of snapper found in Florida, where to find them, what they like to eat, and how to bring them in.
Read MoreWhether you are after Baby Tarpon near the shore, or you’re setting out after some Snook and Redfish on an adventure into the Everglades, there is a wide variety of fishing to be had in the Florida Keys. In this episode, Tom and Rich share their insight and knowledge into the Keys after a successful day.
Read MoreSharks hold a special place in popular culture as one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. In this episode of Saltwater Experience, Tom and Rich host special guest, and UFC champion, Matt Hughes and help him cross shark off his bucket list. Here are four basic rules they followed that set them up for a successful day with several sharks on the line.
Read MoreEven the best fishermen have days when it feels like you're on the outside of an inside joke, with all the fish laughing back at you. That's how Tom Rowland and Rich Tudor felt in their latest episode of Saltwater Experience as they hit the water in the Lower Florida Keys, but they used their knowledge to better their day on the water. Here are 3 key tactics they employed, to get baby tarpon on the line, that you can use on your next trip down to the keys.
Read MoreCatching permit is a worthy challenge for any angler. These thin gamefish are often skittish, so it takes a savvy combo of tackle and tactics to land a permit. Luckily we have some tips from Captain Tom Rowland, host of Saltwater Experience. Not only has he landed hundreds of permit for himself and other anglers, but these silver dollars just happen to be his favorite fish.
Read MoreBoat ramp etiquette is something every angler should be able to list off the top of their head, from things like how to back your boat in, how to get ready, and how to avoid altercations or frustrating other people. Unfortunately if you’ve been to a boat ramp in the past couple of days, you know this is not common knowledge.
Read More
