Anna Maria Island Fishing Report May 28, 2025 Just Reel Fishing Charters Hot fishing action inshore, offshore despite the heat Despite the heat Anna Maria Island anglers have many options when getting out to do some fishing. Offshore action in the Gulf of Mexico is proving to be good for bottom fishing for grouper and […]
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Just Reel Fishing Charters Fishing Reports highlighting Anna Maria Fishing conditions and targeted species. Written by Capt. Danny Stasny.
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May
May
May 21, 2025 Anna Maria Island Fishing Report Fishing inshore, offshore heats up as end of month nears Just Reel Fishing Charters Fishing is really heating up around Anna Maria Island as inshore and offshore are producing great catches and measurable experiences. Fishing offshore in the Gulf of Mexico for red grouper is as good […]
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May
May
May 12, 2025 Fishing Report Just Reel Fishing Charters Anglers infected with fishing fever of pandemic proportions A new pandemic is spreading rapidly across the small, sleepy barrier island called Anna Maria and is expected to have a duration of at least two months with a projected spike in cases during the time period of […]
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May
May
May 7, 2025 Anna Maria Island fishing report and charter updates Just Reel Fishing Charters Early May mild temps results in hot fishing action inshore, offshore near Anna Maria With temperatures remaining mild for the first week of May, Anna Maria Island anglers are getting out of the water to experience a springtime bite before […]
More wind, cloudy water conditions create obstacles for anglers With more windy days than calm days in March so far, Anna Maria Island anglers will take what they can get in order to have a day of fishing. With the combination of cold fronts and variable winds of 20-plus m.p.h. on many days, anglers are […]
Just Reel Fishing Charters – Anna Maria Fishing Report 6/26/24 Full moon prompts return of the silver king and mangrove snapper Gusty winds prevailed for most of last week. Anna Maria Island anglers found themselves staked out in the inshore waters in search of a bite. As we have passed the full moon on June […]
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May
May
Lyngbya invades local waters effecting water, air quality Anna Maria Island anglers fishing the inland waters Tampa Bay southward to Sarasota Bay are being plagued by expansive floating mats of Lyngbya which is limiting their options on where to fish. Lyngbya is a filamentous cyanobacteria, a blue-green algae. It grows in tropical and subtropical waters […]
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May
May
Cooler weather causes extended springtime bite Anna Maria Island anglers have be anxiously awaiting the month of May. Cooler than normal temperatures are keeping the springtime bite extended longer than normal. Fishing nearshore structure is proving to be the best bite. Migratory fish such as kingfish, bonita and Spanish mackerel are available. With waters hovering […]
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Apr
Apr
Calm conditions allows anglers to migrate to Gulf for hookups With the winds finally subsiding, Anna Maria Island anglers are finding themselves venturing into the Gulf of Mexico to take advantage of the calm crystal clear waters. Fishing ledges, reefs and wrecks are good places to start as most species of fish gravitate toward these […]
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Apr
Apr
After weeks of strong winds and frequent cold fronts, Anna Maria Island anglers are anxiously awaiting a more consistent weather pattern and some exceptional April fishing.