Silver kings arrive, other catches still taking the bait Fishing around Anna Maria Island is proving to be quite good especially with the much anticipated arrival of tarpon as they migrate along the coast in preparation to spawn. Many anglers are dedicating all of their fishing time to target these elusive fish. Patrolling the beaches […]
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Windy conditions and round seas puts a damper on hot April fishing With strong winds and rough seas, many anglers around Anna Maria Island are deciding to stay off the water until conditions improve. In the back country, many areas of water are cloudy due to being stirred up with the intense winds, which can […]
Warm temps, clear water and gator trout — AMI April trifecta April fishing around Anna Maria Island is shaping up nicely. With almost zero rainfall, the bays and inland waters are about as clear and emerald green as they can get —especially along the beaches. Anglers are enjoying mild 78-degree water temperatures, which are perfectly […]
On my Just Reel charters, I am frequenting any springtime trout spot, which is paying off well for my clients. Many trout — 18-20 inches — are being caught while free-lining live shiners. In some areas, it’s getting hard to keep bait on the hook — the bite is so frequent.
With water temperatures back on the rise, Anna Maria Island angers are finding themselves unable to control the urge to get on the water and enjoy inshore and offshore fishing. With the clear, emerald green waters of March finally reaching tolerable temperatures on the flats, fishing for snook, redfish and spotted seatrout is shaping up […]