Fishing Report Video August 18th, 2026
It’s Captain Juan in our bi-weekly fishing report. This week’s topic — >>> REDFISH, RedFish, redfish. Follow the link HERE to see what’s happening in the bay with Sarasota’s #1 fishing report. Want tips on catching reds? Come in the shop and talk to any of our local experts and guides — or — do […]
Kayak Safety Gear: Why a PFD Could Save Your Life on Sarasota Bay
Paddling Sarasota’s waterways is one of the best ways to experience Florida’s coastline, but it comes with real risks that too many paddlers underestimate. Paddling Magazine has published several reports analyzing kayak and paddle board accidents across the country, and a troubling pattern shows up again and again: paddlers who weren’t wearing a personal flotation […]
Mangrove Tunnel Kayaking: Sarasota’s Hidden Paddling Gem
Some of Sarasota’s most memorable paddling experiences aren’t found in open water at all, they’re tucked inside narrow, shaded mangrove tunnels that wind through the coastline like a natural maze. Mangrove tunnel kayaking has become one of the most popular activities for both locals and visitors, offering a completely different perspective on Florida’s coastal ecosystem. […]
Fishing Report- Friday March 20, 2026
Spring is here! With hopes of this being the last cold front of the season, things sure are heating up out there! We’ve had a few reports of bait showing up in the bay, once the temps rise a few more degrees it should start to come in nicely. With high winds preventing people from […]
Fishing Report-Monday March 9, 2026
The weather has been absolutely beautiful and the fishing has been a reflection of just that! Warmer weather and calmer winds have allowed many to get out nearshore and offshore these past couple weeks. Sailfish were reported about 50 mi out last week, big amberjacks and gag grouper on the deeper structure and in about […]
Fishing Report-Friday January 30, 2026
Well, this is it! Wintertime fishing at its finest. These past couple weeks we have seen a bit of inconsistent weather and high winds. This makes it tough to get offshore, but if you have the boat it can still be productive. Red grouper are being caught in about 100′. Gag grouper being caught and […]
Fishing Report!! Monday March 17, 2025
Fishing has been fantastic these past few weeks both inshore and offshore. With some inconsistent weather still keeping people from getting too far offshore, the reports have been pretty steady. Nearshore fishing the past couple weeks has produced some nice red grouper in about 100-120′, mangrove snapper and yellowtails have been reported consistently in roughly […]
Fishing Report-Friday February 28, 2025
Signs of spring are near!! Despite some inconsistent weather these past few weeks, things are starting to shape up nicely both offshore and in. African pompanos are being caught in 100+ feet of water using both live and dead baits on big structures such as D reefs, springs and wrecks. The mangrove snapper bite has […]
Fishing Report! Friday January 24, 2025
High winds and cold temps have been keeping people much closer to shore than normal these past few weeks. Offshore reports are scattered in between tough conditions, but nearshore fishing within 15 miles has been very productive when able to get out. Hogfish reports have been strong, mainly nearshore ledges on live shrimp or shrimp […]
Fishing Report! Monday, December 9, 2024
Wintertime fishing is at its best! With some inconsistent weather, the offshore reports have been scattered. The past week has produced some nice numbers though before the wind started to blow. Red snapper, muttons and yellowtails were being reported at about 150′ along with some larger African pompanos. The hogfish bite has been exceptional this […]