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Even though I specialize in families and beginners I get to spend time outdoors with many who have lots of experience. Frequently they use a different technique or system than I do. Over the years I have learned (well mostly) to watch and see what t

As many have already noticed that our lakes are almost at “normal” level again. Boat docks are no longer in the trees parking lots are usable and swimming areas are moving back into place. This means that we are encroaching to power pool. A

Lake Hartwell is amazing right now! Cold nights and fair temps during the day Fall with hints of Winter approaching the bass are setting up just as they should. Water temps currently sitting in the lower 60’s fish are grouping up on brush off

Early Season Trips We have only been providing border updates that are known to be true and at this juncture we do not know when the border will open. But there are many indications the border will open this summer. This optimism is coming in part f

Beautiful weather greeted the Gulfstar as it headed into the crystal waters of the Gulf of Mexico in search of some Tuna. The 1st night saw a decent pick of fish but the much wanted Tuna evaded the dropped lines. After a few moves the elbow’s w

 I had the day off and decided to get in some fun fishing before we had to batten down the hatches for the approaching storm.  After be first in line at the Amelia Island Bait and Tackle for some live shrimp I headed down to Sawpit Creek b

Fishing Biloxi 2023 As May fishing approaches in Biloxi we see a big change in fish species Yes we can still catch the White Trout Ground Mullet (AKA) Whiting Redfish Black Drum Flounder and more. With the water warming up… Click Here The post

Scallop season is fast approaching and for avid anglers this event is marked on the calendar months in advance. Harvesting bay scallops is a unique and thrilling activity that combines...

Made an offshore run with a spilt charter of Russ and Chris with buddy Bob. Also had VIP Author/photographer Gary Caputi on board to take pictures and do a story on Andreas Toy's approach on fishing offshore. Found the life after a call fro

It’s approaching mid-April but it feels more like the first of May with the recent weather. One could argue that it felt more like the end of May with the recent 70-degree days. Steelhead fishing has been challenging as we had not received much

Yesterday turned out to be a nice one.  Good sunshine and the temp approached 60 degrees.  The wind was tough at times but manageable.  It was a nice day on the water.  Today looks a lot like yesterday with sun warm air temp and w

The thrill of stalking your prey in shallow waters is an unmatchable experience for any ardent inshore fisherman. With a keen eye stealthy approach and precise casts you can sneak...

The BASS fishing on Lake Seminole has been GREAT the first week of May! The Bass have been feeding on Shad early and the Spinnerbait bite has been hot! I had a FANTASTIC day with Richard Yancey and Jeff Deroache from Gainesville Georgia! The Bream a

Welcome back to another episode of Tackle Tip Thursday anglers! As we approach our fall long-range trips we thought we would talk about trolling lures that are known to get the job done. Long-time Searcher angler Logan introduces one of his favorite

Well as we approach summer October has been a month of entertaining fishing with a host of different locations fished also with some...

Well as we approach summer October has been a month of entertaining fishing with a host of different locations fished also with some...

It’s been a very good week on the lake and anglers are reporting good catches for all species. With warming water and an approaching full moon will next week be even better? Will the full moon be the catalyst for the Herring Spawn? That April

 The 8th Annual AIGA Inshore Classic Fast Approaching The AIGA 8th Annual Inshore Classic is scheduled for October 20 (Captains Meeting) and October 21st - the fishing!  It will be hosted at Old Town Bait and Tackle at 1620 N. 14th Street

North Georgia Fly Fishing Spring has arrived really early this year and the trout and striper activity has picked up considerably. The warm rains we had in February have warmed the creeks and lake into the mid to upper 50s. Still seeing plenty of