Today the ice we checked was around 15″ inside the pressure ridge 1.5 to 2 miles out from our access. Everything inside it stayed in good shape. I expect it to stay that way through tomorrow with temperatures getting a little warmer. Currently we are letting vehicles with a 5500lb curb weight out for rentals […] The post December 26th 2025 first a...

I hope everyone had a great and Merry Christmas!  I was back fishing today with William and Dara Blalock and boy what a crazy morning it was! Old Town Bait had run out of shrimp just as a I was pulling up so I made my way back south to Amelia Island Bait and Tackle and it seemed everyone with a boat was going fishing today - it was a zoo! But the...

We hope everyone had a Merry Christmas! Ben went out for a quick ice check in front of the marina today December 26 2025 and found that last night's rain has left about a half-inch of standing water on the ice in most places. If you drill a hole the surface water will likely drain into it and conditions are currently very slippery so please come...

Guatemala the Paradise of Sailfish

Located just minutes from Vancouver Washington some of the West Coast’s premier freshwater fishing awaits. The Columbia and Willamette Rivers just across the Oregon border offer exceptional opportunities for salmon sturgeon and walleye. With Marvin’s Guide Service anglers from Vancouver can enjoy action-packed days on the water without traveling f...

Snake River We started the first half of December warm and dry now we are warm and wet.  Despite comfortable conditions there has been a lot of inconsistency on the Snake and some days you will have to work for them which means going deep in ledge rock pools and eddies.  Other days there will be surface action in eddies seams and ledge rock trough...

Merry Christmas!  We closed Christmas Eve afternoon and will remain closed today.  Our office will be open at 7:00 a.m. on Friday.  We have one family rental for today that was reserved long ago; otherwise a couple of us will be getting all the rentals ready for tomorrow. With the weather on the warm side […] The post December 25th 2025 first appe...

🎄✝️ Merry Christmas from WestWind Charters ✝️🎄 Grateful for God’s protection calm seas and the memories made this year. As we celebrate the birth of Christ 2026 fishing dates are now booking 🎣 We can’t wait to welcome you aboard.

A large number of fishers listen to popular myths about how to fish. Over the years I made it a policy test those assumptions. In this case “Don’t fish high muddy flows. BS….The fish can’t leave the water. So figure … Continue reading →

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New year from all of us at BBT!!! 2025 had it’s ups and downs but a great year none the less!!!  Looking forward to an even better 2026!  We appreciate and are very thankful for all our clients and customers….THANK YOU & CHEERS!!!  We hope everyone has a […] The post December 24 2025 appeared first on B...

Merry Christmas from all the crew here at Bobs Bait and Tackle. The post Merry Christmas first appeared on Bob's Bait & Tackle.

Merry Christmas from STS Guiding From all of us at STS Guiding we’d like to wish our guests friends and families a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thank you for spending time on the water with us and for being part of another unforgettable season. Please feel free to call or email … Continue reading Merry Christmas →

Water Level: 295.06 | Water Temperature: 48˚ Weather: 48˚ | Mostly Clear | Winds: 5 mph 1. Largemouth Bass: Target 3-4 feet of water using Speed Shads or square-billed crankbaits. A stop-and-go retrieve is producing the best results in shallow coves and around submerged timber. 2. Crappie: Concentrate on deep brushpiles where crappie are holding […...

We had an exciting day out on the Pacific with Big Eye 2 Sportfishing just 20 miles off the coast of Quepos Costa Rica. Our seasoned captain Franklin Araya led us to a bountiful catch that included three sailfish a blue marlin and a mahi-mahi – the latter of which made for an excellent dinner. […] The post “Triple Sailfish and Blue Marlin Catch: B...

Today we embarked on another thrilling sport fishing adventure aboard the Big Eye 2 in the rich waters of Quepos Costa Rica. As a leading sport fishing charter service in Quepos we continually strive to provide our anglers with unforgettable fishing experiences. The day commenced with a beautiful sunrise a promising start to our fishing […] The po...

Today at Big Eye 2 Sportfishing we had an exciting day out on the waters of Quepos Costa Rica. Our professional team led by Captain Franklin Araya embarked on a thrilling adventure in search of the coveted sailfish. We are thrilled to report that our efforts were met with great success. The morning started with […] The post “Sailfish Success: Happ...

Today we embarked on a four-day fishing expedition with my good friend Rick. As the owner and operator of Big Eye 2 Sportfishing I am thrilled to share our incredible experience navigating the waters of Quepos Costa Rica. On the first day we set sail early in the morning greeted by an idyllic sunrise over […] The post “Successful Four-Day Fishing...

Today was another exciting day on the Big Eye 2 with Captain Franklin Araya at the helm. We set out from the beautiful port of Quepos Costa Rica with the sun just beginning to light up the sky. The weather was perfect for a day of sport fishing with calm seas and clear skies. Our […] The post “Eight Tunas and a Sailfish: Today’s Catch Report” appe...

Today was another exciting day aboard the Big Eye 2 as we journeyed just 15 miles off the coast of Quepos Costa Rica a prime location for sport fishing. Our experienced crew led by Captain Franklin Araya had the pleasure of guiding our guests to a productive day on the water. The day’s catch was […] The post “Big Eye 2: Ten Sailfish Caught Near Qu...

After a howling windy day yesterday today was picture perfect - zero winds and sunshine when I met William and Dara Blalock out at Goffinsivlle Park. The sun had just come up the tide had started in about an hour earlier so we made short run up the Nassau River to try our luck with jigs and live shrimp at Broward Island. These two anglers are alw...

It's cold the bass are lethargic it's time to slow down. WRONG!!! The bass are preparing for the spawn by eating as much as possible to try to survive a stressful spring. Be aggressive,fish fast and look for feeding fish. December was by far my best month of the year and I fish fast and aggressively. I am constantly looking for a group of...

¡Bienvenidos, amigos! It’s your favorite salt-crusted captain, Pete, coming to you live from the docks. First off, a huge Happy Fishmas and Feliz Año Nuevo to all my fishing family out there. It’s January 2026, and while I know many of you are back home digging out of the snow or winterizing your rigs, let me tell ya—the o...

Happy New Year 2026 — Lake Guntersville Fishing Report A quick look at how the week played out on Lake Guntersville — plus what we’re watching as January gets rolling. Book a Trip | Water Temps | Crappie Trips | Multi-Day Packages Where the Lake Is Right Now We’re kicking off 2026 with a week […] The post New Year Lake Guntersville Fishing Report...

I wish all a Happy New Year! The end of fishing year was exciting for a few weeks when the big Tarpon showed up in the back country and on the coast. I spent the holiday in Key Largo fishing with my kids. and a block party for the neighborhood just having a good time. We caught Mutton Snappers Yellowtails Barracudas Cero Mackerels Parrotfish Snook...

Today was chilly with temps hovering in the 40s. The high was 47 while the low was 41 with light to gentle winds. Gusts up to 25mph. Currently it’s 43 with NNE winds around 8mph. Tomorrow should be in the mid to high 50s with lighter winds. Sound water temp: 48-50 Ocean water temp: ~57 […] The post Hatteras Island Fishing Report appeared first on...