Many of you reading this want to go fishing in Florida, but you just don’t have the gear or the know-how to do it. Your best option in this case if you don’t have the time to learn yourself and to buy the right gear is to go with someone who offers a fishing charter […]
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Fishing questions and answers to help anglers learn about fishing in Florida and the United States. Saltwater and Freshwater fishing questions. | Salty101
Many anglers fish because it’s so much fun. I count myself in that group, but I also fish for many other reasons like the thrill of the hunt, the laid back experience and to de-stress from work and life. It’s exercise out on the kayak. It’s a great way to spend time with family. So […]
You know when you’re out fishing for a specific fish or fishes and you have done everything possible to catch that fish, and instead you catch a fish that you don’t want? That’s a Trash Fish! Rough Fish! Whatever you want to call it. A trash fish is one that anglers don’t want to catch. […]
Yes, worms are a very good bait choice for trout, for bass, and for catfish. The presentation matters a lot and is key to catching more fish. There’s a lot more to be said about it and we’ll cover it all below! Which Worms Can Catch Fish? Red worms of various sizes, mealworms like the […]
I’ve fished all my life. There have been a couple of close calls where I almost lost someone dear to me, but so far my luck has always held and I’m glad it has. Florida fishing is not that inherently dangerous, but there are things you’re definitely going to want to be aware of. I’ll […]
Living in Tampa, Florida for over a decade I learned to adjust to the idea of lightning hitting all around me because there’s little you can do about it. Kayaks are not hit often by lightning but it is something to be aware of and take precautions. It only takes one time for lightning to […]
This is one of the most common questions I get every year about this time or even earlier. What is the best fishing rod for under $50 you can use for saltwater or freshwater fishing? I have a great answer for you. Read on! What Is the Best All-Around Fishing Rod and Reel Combination? As […]
Some Florida fish fight hard, and some don’t. We look at some of the most common Florida sport fish to see whether they are hard fighters, or n
There is a lot to know, but the answer is No, fishing in Florida is not hard to do! There are thousands of people wondering as this summer rolls around whether or not fishing in Florida is difficult to get into. Is there a lot to learn? What is involved? How much money will you […]
If you’re fishing in Florida and you catch a Florida Pompano, African Pompano, or Permit fish and you’re not sure which you have, the difference can be the cost of a large fine from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission if you choose to keep it! You need to know which criteria define each […]
