Entries by GS2015HD

July started off with a BANG!

Fishing has been outstanding for the most part. The majority of what’s been biting are snook, mangrove snapper, seatrout, Spanish mackerel, sharks, and a few redfish. Sure, there have been a few days where the fish bite has been slow, but that’s why it’s called fishing. If you’re looking to keep some fish for dinner, […]

June in Tampa Bay.

For pure excitement, it’s hard to beat the Spanish mackerel and bonnethead shark fishing right now, especially, if you have kids on board. Both species are being caught in the same location and by using the same tactics. Hard bottom or along the edges of deep grass flats are the places I find both. I […]

Summer like fishing, and it’s not even spring!

With temperatures in the mid-80s the last couple of weeks, it’s hard to believe it’s still winter. Especially, since it’s snowing in much of the country. Visitors are not only enjoying our spectacular weather but have the opportunity to experience some of Tampa Bay’s outstanding fishing too. With water temperatures hovering in the mid-70s, the […]

Feels like summer, and it’s not even spring!

With temperatures in the mid-80s the last couple of weeks, it’s hard to believe it’s still winter. Especially, since it’s snowing in much of the country. Visitors are not only enjoying our spectacular weather, but have the opportunity to experience some of Tampa Bay’s outstanding fishing too. With water temperatures hovering in the mid-70s, the […]

He Outworks the Average Guide.

I usually don’t do this however; I would like to recommend a guide. I have been using Wade at Afishionado Guide Services for many years. If you are in the Tampa/St. Petersburg area on spring break or anytime, it is $ well spent. If you are a beginner or a pro, Wade will instruct when […]

I would definitely recommend Wade for an inland charter!

We had a great day on the water with Captain Wade! He put us on fish quickly and was very efficient with rebaiting and taking pictures of us with our catches. We saw lots of dolphins and manatees and he had plenty of witty jokes. I would definitely recommend Wade for an inland charter! Lucas […]

No trace of red tide in upper Tampa Bay.

My last three bookings came from anglers staying in hotels on Pinellas County beaches. The first thing they asked me was about the fishing in the bay since red tide continues to plague the Pinellas coastline and kill fish. That is not the case where I’m fishing. As a matter of fact, the fishing is […]

Winter Fishing is Here!

During the first half of this month, we had to endure summer like conditions, but for the rest of December we will be experiencing below normal temperatures. This change has fish on the move and unpredictable. As we settle into winter however, fish will become more stationary and willing to eat. Snook are moving into […]

Summer Like Fishing Continues!

As we approach mid-November with the days now shorter, the water temperature is dropping, and fish are on the move. Fish are still on the grass flats, but as November ends fish will be moving into deeper water for warmth and will remain there until March. Typically, these areas are secluded with muddy bottoms protected […]

RED OCTOBER

One of the most beneficial aspects of October is the water temperature starts falling back into the 70’s. This drop in temperature places fish in their comfort zone, so they tend to feed more aggressively. I refer to October as Red October because redfish are in the midst of their annual spawn and large schools […]