Anna Maria Island Fishing Report June 4, 2025 Just Reel Fishing Charters Beat the heat for comfort and hookups With water temperatures hovering in the upper 80s in the Gulf of Mexico and up to 90 degrees on the shallow flats in the inshore waters, you can bet planning on getting out on the water […]
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Just Reel Fishing Charters of Anna Maria Island offers premier inshore and nearshore live bait charters expertly guided by Capt. Danny Stasny.
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May
May
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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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 […]
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 […]
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Dec
Dec
Change in temps triggers change in bait choice when fishing Anna Maria waters With the latest cold front setting in bringing the coldest temperature we’ve experienced this year, Anna Maria Island anglers are transitioning into a winter pattern of fishing to find success on the water. The use of live shrimp as bait is one […]
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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
Spotted seatrout are the highlight of April fishing As we settle into the second week of April, Anna Maria Island flats fishers are enjoying targeting spotted seatrout throughout the lush grass flats from the Sunshine Skyway Bridge south to Sarasota Bay. Areas such as Tampa Bay, Miguel Bay, Terra Ceia Bay, Anna Maria Sound and […]
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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.