Night time tarpon fishing at Rocky Bluff We talked for a while longer and the conversation drifted until finally Luther had to go. I stayed alone and finish cleaning the boat and thinking about those tarpon. It was dinner time and I found myself at Danny’s Pizzeria in Beachway Plaza waiting on a couple of […]
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Sep
Sep
Weather, fishing improve after Hurricane Irma For most of us the chores that follow a storm, such as Hurricane Irma, can be long and lengthy. It’s kind of hard to say, “honey, I’m going out fishing for the day.” When your yard is full of fallen tree limbs, sections of fence blown down, boarded up […]
22
Sep
Sep
Thunderstorms, snook and other adventures at the City Pier It was nearing six o’clock in the evening as I steered the boat towards the Mainsail Marina. My clients sat in front of me talking about how many fish they had caught while enjoying the warm air that was blowing over the hull as we travelled […]
10
Sep
Sep
Redfish here, there, everywhere and taking the hook Despite the threat of Hurricane Irma, fishing around Anna Maria Island with Just Reel fishing charters is nothing less than exceptional. If you can break away from watching the “weather on the 9s” for a moment, you might discover that the redfish have finally arrived. Although they […]
27
Aug
Aug
Fish early — fish more accommodating, easier on angler Fishing around Anna Maria Island with Just Reel fishing charters remains productive despite the heat and the 90 degree water temperatures. Fishing early morning around sunrise is most favorable when the winds are calm and the tide is right. Not to mention that it’s slightly cooler […]
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Aug
Aug
Temps still hot, fishing results in mixed bag Despite water temps in the high 80s, flats fishing is still productive with Just Reel fishing charters as long as you fish early morning as opposed to midday. Spotted seatrout and catch-and-release snook seem to be the predominant bite, especially during swift-moving, early morning tides. Redfish are […]
13
Aug
Aug
Brave the heat to hook up inshore, nearshore and offshore If you can deal with the heat, there is some great fishing in store with Just Reel fishing charters around Anna Maria Island and it’s surrounding waters. Venturing offshore is resulting in numerous snappers — yellowtail and mangrove. Keeper and red grouper are being caught […]
Tropical Storms and bad etiquette can ruin a day of fishing Fishing around Anna Maria Island with Just Reel fishing charters 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 […]
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. On my Just Reel fishing charters, I’m giving my clients a thrill by having them target black tip sharks in Tampa Bay. Most of these sharks are 3-4 […]
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Jul
Jul
Hot weather, fishing requires preparation for a successful outing Fishing with Just Reel fishing charters 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 […]