Posts tagged permit
How to Catch a Key West Grand Slam

In this episode of Saltwater Experience, Captains Tom Rowland and Rich Tudor join up with Nick Labadie, an accomplished guide in Key West, Florida. It happens to be Rowland’s birthday, so, to celebrate, the trio sets out to try for a Grand Slam, an impressive accomplishment in which an angler catches a tarpon, a bonefish, and a permit in one day. It’s a race against time leading to an incredible day on the water and a memorable birthday for Rowland. We’ll take a look at some of the techniques they employed to catch each species so that you can go out and get your own Key West Grand Slam.

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How To Sneak Up On A Permit – Boating & Tackle Techniques

Catching 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.

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