Red Tide News and Deals
The media loves a negative story. Nothing keeps an audience tuned in and tense like fear. The recent red tide conditions in Florida are no exception to this rule. Falsehoods and truths both understated and overblown abound news channel by news channel. Economy Tackle/Dolphin Paddlesports strives to keep our audience as informed with facts as […]
Lake Okeechobee’s Toxic Algae Blooms
Lake Okeechobee is the largest freshwater lake in Florida. It is one of the oldest landmarks that has provided Florida residents and visitors alike with numerous outdoor activities including fishing, boating and trail hiking. This wonderful natural watershed is in dire straits due to a reoccurring toxic algae bloom problem. The causes of this toxic […]
Top 3 Sarasota Kayak Launch Sites
Sarasota Florida boasts an innumerable number of natural sights that draw in millions of visitors every year. The white sandy beaches, the myriad mix of exotic animals coupled with the locals’ welcoming attitude continues to snare hearts and minds across the world. Activities can range from swimming, snorkeling, canoeing, kayaking and many more. For our […]
Economy Tackle – Dolphin Paddlesports Reviews
Economy Tackle/Dolphin Paddlesports has been servicing the Sarasota area since 1948, that’s 69 years going on 70! But more often than not, the longevity of a business is not the proof of its service. Few opinions are more solid than past clients. We at Economy Tackle/Dolphin Paddlesports pride ourselves in having the highest quality service […]
Sarasota Snorkeling Fun!
Have you heard about snorkeling and how much fun it can be? Are you ready to go out and give it a shot yourself? Don’t worry you are not the first or last person to want to dive into the deep blue. But be careful there are several steps you want to take to ensure […]
Demo Day This Saturday 10-07-2017
Join us for our Kayak and Hobie Eclipse Demo Day this Saturday October 7th, from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm at Ackerman Park in Sarasota. Try any of our selection of over 35 kayaks and both sizes of the Hobie Eclipse. Pedal, paddle, compare, and discuss them with our staff. A few minutes on the water […]
Celebrate Fourth of July Safely From Economy Tackle & Dolphin Paddlesports
It’s that time of the year again! Independence Day or July Fourth is a celebration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence of these United States 241 years ago. Americans throughout the world choose to celebrate it in several different ways including fireworks, parades, barbecues, and all other kinds of activities. A common theme […]
Pinecraft Park
Looking for your next kayak spot? How about a secluded, not-so-often used, kayak launch? Try out Pinecraft Park! Pinecraft Park Pinecraft Park is a well maintained Sarasota county park that is at the northern end of Phillippi Creek. There is a paved launch ramp on the south end of the park and a good […]
IFA Kayak Fishing Tournament
Inshore Fishing Association is hosting a kayak fishing tournament this Sunday in Sarasota Register & Captain’s Meeting- Centennial Park Saturday 6pm Weigh In – Economy Tackle Sunday 1-3 pm For more details see the IFA site: http://www.ifatours.com/kayak-tour/ Registration Info Online: http://www.ifatours.com/kayak-tour/kayak-registration/ Winner’s Prizes: http://www.ifatours.com/ifa-kayak-fishing-tour-announces-new-first-place-prize-package/
A Call for Volunteers – Myakka River Needs Your Help
A Call for Volunteers: The Myakka River flows over 58 square miles of diverse landscape and through one of Florida’s oldest and largest parks. Its 69.8 miles provides both habitat and resources to numerous aquatic and terrestrial species. It is a crucial resource, valued for both aesthetic and practical reasons. Unfortunately, it has been invaded […]