Tarpon yes let’s talk about Florida #1 Trash fish, oppsy I meant to say Florida #1 money fish, dang scratch … Continued
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#1 Trash Fish, Florida Money Fish, Silver King Fish, Game Fish or Wuss Fish?
#1 Trash Fish, Florida Money Fish, Silver King Fish, Game Fish or Wuss Fish?
Tarpon yes let's talk about Florida #1 Trash fish, oppsy I meant to say Florida #1 money fish, dang scratch that, I really meant to say Florida Silver King, the #1 game fish. Ok I guess I should explain, Tarpon is not edible, nor does it make a good mount, so what do you call a fish that you can not eat, or even mount? Trash fish? Even a sail-cat is less of a trash fish, sail-cat are really pretty tasty....
Capt. Terry says Redfish and big Snook are now more active
(Ft. Myers Beach to Charlotte Harbor) Notwithstanding the inclement weather of Tropical Storm Andrea, the fishing has been fantastic for Snook, Redfish, Seatrout, Mackerel and other species, including Flounder. Since then, I have had beautiful days on the water with...
Don’t be afraid to get wet!
There is a lot about fish we don't know, but one thing I do know is that they are already wet, so rain would not make a difference to them. Let's leave aside pressure issues with the water, and just...
Sometimes plan B is better!
Went fishin on Monday, got a 60 pound (estimated weight) Bull Shark, some Spanish, a nice Jack and not a lot else, but we had a good time. The rain surrounded us & kept pushing us farther up river, but none the less a good day. We made it to the dock as it started to rain. The first fish my grand nephew ever caught was a bull shark... not bad. I was lucky today, with all the rain &...
Capt. Terry says Boca Grande Pass isn’t for the “faint of heart”
(FT. MYERS BEACH TO CHARLOTTE HARBOR) Fishing remains good for a number of species. Tarpon are in good numbers off Ft. Myers Beach as well as in Pine Island Sound. I have not had much success off of Sanibel or Captiva, but Boca Grande Pass has been loaded with fish. Tarpon seem to prefer big Threadfins, dollar size Blue Crab and Pass Crabs. Mackerel has performed well and jigging has found success in the pass at Boca Grande. However, fishing Boca...
HB 4001 – Repeal of the Florida Renewable Fuel Standard Act
The boating industry would like to thank Governor Scott for signing HB 4001. While our industry supports the progress of those seeking alternative energy sources, the effort needs to better address the variety of users and impact that alternative energies...
Awwww, Snap! Big snapper available for a limited time!
Like many things about fish, I continue to learn, after all the more you know about what you are trying to catch, the more successful you will be. When I think about it there are really only a couple of...
Capt. Terry’s charter produced a number of small sharks for lots of ‘reel’ excitement!
(Ft. Myers Beach to Charlotte Harbor) The last couple of weeks have been really good for all of the ‘back country’ species (Redfish, Snook, Seatrout, Pompano, Spanish Mackerel, Shark, Mangroves Snappers). The Tarpon have been a little scarce this year...
Captain Terry’s Weekly Fishing Report
(Ft. Myers Beach to Charlotte Harbor) The good spring weather together with stronger and higher tides should prove to be the biggest asset to any fishing trip. The location that one chooses to fish should depend on the height, strength and time of tide movements for best results; especially when they work together with the early morning hours. Most all species should be very active and receptive to a variety of live or cut baits, both ‘in’ and ‘off’ shore. They...
Shaaaaaaaarks! Fishin’ Frank reports they’re back!
Sharks are moving into Charlotte Harbor. Sharp nose, Black tips, Nurse, Lemons, Spinners, and Bulls & Bonnets, which to be fair are here all year. But we do see increased numbers as the water warms up. each year as the water hits...
“Last week was fantastic for the ‘back country’ charters!” Capt. Terry
CAPTAIN TERRY FISHER’S WEEKLY FISHING FORECAST (Ft. Myers Beach to Charlotte Harbor) Last week was fantastic for the ‘back country’ charters for those able to handle spin cast equipment as well as a few who wanted to learn. My charters boated two 30+ inch Snook while working the Mangroves on both incoming and outgoing tides. Lots of other fish action was captured on camera and video while anglers caught their share of Seatrout, Crevalle Jacks, Lady Fish, Shark and Redfish in the...
Second Annual “Ding” Darling & Doc Ford’s Tarpon Tournament
Award-winning Doc Ford murder-mystery series novelist White has already signed on for fishing the tournament, in which 100 percent of the entry fee will be distributed as tournament awards. “I’m really looking forward to the tournament,” said White, a former area...
