This month is usually one of the best of the year when it comes to variety for Tampa Bay anglers. With water temperatures in the low 70s, we find big snook on the flats, along with cobia and tarpon. ...more

March 31, 2009

Fishing tiny, weightless lures has a long history in fresh water, but it has only become popular in saltwater in the past few decades. It is safe to say there are now more fly anglers in coastal waters than ever, and the number continues to grow each year. ...more

February 28, 2009

The last-quarter moon occurs today at 9:31 p.m., and with it comes the start of the fair to good early-morning bite. However, the recent cold front which moved through our area over the past few days will slow down and diminish this early bite. ...more

November 19, 2008

A Holiday man used an illegal gill net to catch 250 to 350 pounds of ladyfish Tuesday night, Pinellas County deputies say. ...more

November 12, 2008

Since the new moon occurs in the very early morning hours this Wednesday at 2:19 a.m., today begins the best six days of fishing for the month of July. Today the peak feeding migration will occur between the hours of 8 to 11 a.m. From Monday through Wednesday, this migration will increase in duration and intensity. If you don't have plans to be on the lake for the Fourth of July, you're making a mistake. ...more

June 28, 2008

GO FISHING is a daily look at the area fishing scene through the eyes of local charter boat captains and fishing guides. Today: Ray Markham. ...more

May 28, 2008

GO FISHING is a daily look at the area fishing scene through the eyes of local charter boat captains and fishing guides. Today: Fred Everson. ...more

May 4, 2008

Friday's story on pompano prompted several reader requests for more information on where and how to catch this popular species, so here's the scoop. ...more

February 24, 2008

TAMPA - Adult brown pelicans are under increasing pressure from habitat loss, storm damage and predation. The No. 1 killer of these birds, though, is discarded fishing line. ...more

October 18, 2007