Category Archives: Fishing Reports

Anna Maria Island Fishing Reports from Captain Danny Stasny.

Fishing Report August 6, 2017

Tropical Storms and bad etiquette can ruin a day of fishing Fishing around Anna Maria Island is proving to be slightly challenging in the wake of Tropical Storm Emily. Our clear emerald green waters are now the color of iced tea — since we are in the south I guess its “sweet tea.” Anyway, persistence and […]

Fishing Report July 30, 2017

Correct tide and bait produces productive fishing   Fishing around Anna Maria is proving to be consistently good for those willing to go out and brave the heat. I am noticing that a couple of factors fall into play though. For one, a swift moving tide is definitely in your favor. In fact, I’ve noticed […]

Fishing Report – July 23, 2017

Hot weather, fishing requires preparation for a successful outing   Fishing around Anna Maria Island remains hot for yet another week. If you’re planning on spending time on the water this month, plan accordingly. First, be ready to catch fish. Second, make sure you protect yourself from the sweltering conditions that are in store for […]

Fishing Report July 16, 2017

Storms put a damper on afternoon fishing, morning fishing remains hot   Although the afternoon outgoing tides look nothing less than stellar for fishing the flats, the pop-up thunderstorms we are experiencing are making it tough to be out on the water. Don’t be discouraged — the morning tides are producing a bite. I’m finding […]

Fishing Report July 2, 2017

Intense heat, humidity and fishing spell out summertime   The humidity is up, the heat is intense and the fishing is following suit. Whether inshore or offshore, there is plenty of productive fishing. Red grouper, snappers and permit are being caught around nearshore and offshore structure. Also in these areas are flounder, goliath grouper and […]

Fishing Report June 25, 2017

Winds, rain from Tropical Storm Cindy put brief damper on fishing action   Despite the daily thunderstorms and frequent windy days caused by tropical storm Cindy, fishing around Anna Maria Island is still managing to put smiles on visiting and local anglers alike. Fishing inshore is slightly challenging although spotted seatrout and catch-and-release snook are […]

Fishing June 18, 2017

Rainy weather stops, fishing action returns to normal   Well, after a week-long soaking of rain and thunderstorms, fishing around Anna Maria Island is finally starting to fall back into it’s summertime pattern. Fishing the flats for catch-and-release snook and spotted seatrout is proving to be effective. For the snook, mangrove shorelines where good tidal […]

Fishing Report June 11, 2017

Heavy rains, windy conditions put damper on fishing action Well, it looks like its back to the old drawing board for anglers who plan fishing around Anna Maria Island this week. After numerous days of long-lasting thunderstorms and strong winds, fishing our local waters is proving to be nothing less than challenging. Murky water is […]

Fishing Report June 4, 2017

Weather heats up nearshore inshore fishing action Fishing around Anna Maria Island is finally falling into the true summertime pattern. Tarpon are finally — although a little late — making a fair showing. Numbers of fish are increasing by the day. Flats fishing for catch-and-release snook is proving to provide great action for inshore anglers. […]

Fishing Report May 28, 2017

Recent wind affecting number of silver king hookups   Despite much wind and a few thunderstorms, fishing around Anna Maria Island remains consistent. Tarpon is on most anglers agendas, although windy conditions is making it difficult to target them. Catches are occurring in the passes and along the beaches. Live crabs, threadfin herring and large […]