Capt. Chuck Cress’s Weekly Fishing Report
Henry, from the Chicago area, holding a snook he caught.
This is Henry, he’s a high school freshman from the Chicago area. Henry’s holding a snook, one of the many fish he and his dad caught on an early December morning. He and his dad caught and released several trout and were able to keep a couple for dinner later that night.
Most of the fish were caught using live shrimp under a cork and jigs with gulp bait. The day started a little foggy but burned off by mid morning and the tides were low which kept us out of a few places, but we still managed to have a good day.
Fishing has been a lifetime passion for me. Depending on the skill level of my clients what I like to do is put them on big fish using artificial lures. I like to educating and passing on my knowledge of local history and the many sights the area has to offer while we are on the water.
This is Henry, he’s a high school freshman from the Chicago area. Henry’s holding a snook, one of the many fish he and his dad caught on an early December morning. He and his dad caught and released several trout and were able to keep a couple for dinner later that night.
Henry, from the Chicago area, holding a snook he caught.
Most of the fish were caught using live shrimp under a cork and jigs with gulp bait. The day started a little foggy but burned off by mid morning and the tides were low which kept us out of a few places, but we still managed to have a good day.
Fishing has been a lifetime passion for me. Depending on the skill level of my clients what I like to do is put them on big fish using artificial lures. I like to educating and passing on my knowledge of local history and the many sights the area has to offer while we are on the water.
Capt. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Water temperatures have dipped into the upper 50’s.
The water is a cool 59 degrees, but a decent bite is still going on with Trout, Ladyfish, and Sheepshead. Some Tripletale are possible if you put the time in. This seven pound Tripletale, shown here on the left, was caught on Monday, December 16th in Sarasota Bay.
CB’s Outfitters runs these nearshore and inshore trips so grab the kids and book a Christmas holiday fishing charter and make some great memories.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
The water is a cool 59 degrees, but a decent bite is still going on with Trout, Ladyfish, and Sheepshead. Some Tripletale are possible if you put the time in.
Water temps have dipped into the upper 50’s.
This seven pound Tripletale, shown here on the left, was caught on Monday, December 16th in Sarasota Bay.
CB’s Outfitters runs these nearshore and inshore trips so grab the kids and book a Christmas holiday fishing charter and make some great memories.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Capt. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Buenos Aires Argentina comes to Southwest Florida.
Nico and Tommy from Buenos Aires Argentina caught Ladyfish and trout Thanksgiving Day with Capt. Brandon using gold paddle tail jigs.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Nico and Tommy from Buenos Aires Argentina caught Ladyfish and trout thanksgiving day with Capt Brandon using gold paddle tail jig.
Buenos Aires Argentina comes to Southwest Florida.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Capt. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Don’t be like these boys from Illinois.
Don’t be like these boys from Illinois who fell in Philippe Creek and had to go swimming for the rod… LOL.
Winter is finally here with the water dropping down into the 60’s the fish are getting used to it and the bite is improving, grab your kid and make their thanksgiving a fun one.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Don’t be like these boys from Illinois who fell in Philippe creek and had to go swimming for the rod… lol.
Don’t be like these boys from Illinois.
Winter is finally here with the water dropping down into the 60’s the fish are getting used to it and the bite is improving, grab your kid and make their thanksgiving a fun one.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Capt. Rick Grassett’s Mars Bay Bonefish Lodge, South Andros, Bahamas Fishing Report, November 9-16, 2024
Sunset off of South Andros, in the Bahamas.
I hosted a group of friends and clients at Mars Bay Bonefish Lodge in South Andros, Bahamas on my annual trip there recently. Stewart Lavelle, from Sarasota, Rick Happle from St. Pete, and I drove from Sarasota to Ft. Lauderdale Executive airport.
We met up with other group members; John, DJ, Dave Proctor and Ian Schaad, from NY, Joe Nourigat, from VA and Tracy Baker and Peter Chauncey, from NC and traveled to Congotown, South Andros on Makers Air.
Conditions were good most of the time, although there were a couple of very windy days. More importantly, we had good sunlight on most days. We waded vast sand flats and also fished from flats skiffs for everything from large cruising or tailing single and double bonefish to large schools of fish.
We had good action most days and there were also a couple of slower days. There were numerous bonefish in the 4 to 6-pound class and larger as well as several double-digit fish caught and released. Top producing flies during the week were Peterson’s Spawning Shrimp, Fitz flies, Ververka’s Mantis Shrimp, Gotchas and Gotcha variations.
South Andros has got to be one of the most beautiful places to target bonefish on the planet.
Unfortunately this fish was met by a large shark that quickly appeared from the deeper water.
DJ caught a huge bonefish, estimated 12 to 14-lb that made a smoking run to the deeper edge of the flat. Unfortunately the fish was met by a large shark that quickly appeared from the deeper water and attacked the fish. Unfortunately despite our best efforts to avoid this, Mother Nature wins out sometimes.
Bill Howard, the resident owner/operator, does a great job making things run smoothly at the lodge. We dined on a variety of excellent authentic Bahamian dishes including fresh fish, lobster and conch. One of the best things about Mars Bay Lodge, the southernmost lodge on South Andros, is fishing the vast sand flats and scattered mangrove keys to the south. Being the southernmost lodge on South Andros also means about a 10-mile shorter boat run each way and more fishing!
South Andros has got to be one of the most beautiful places to target bonefish on the planet! This trip, as well as my Montana trip, are annual trips so if you have an interest in any future trips contact me or go to the Destination Trips page of my web sites for more info.
Rick is the owner of Snook Fin-Addict Guide Service, Inc. He's a full time fishing guide and outdoor writer based in Sarasota, FL. He’s been guiding since 1990 and is an Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing guide here at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, the 2011 Orvis Outfitter of the Year.
I hosted a group of friends and clients at Mars Bay Bonefish Lodge in South Andros, Bahamas on my annual trip there recently. Stewart Lavelle, from Sarasota, Rick Happle from St. Pete, and I drove from Sarasota to Ft. Lauderdale Executive airport.
We met up with other group members; John, DJ, Dave Proctor and Ian Schaad, from NY, Joe Nourigat, from VA and Tracy Baker and Peter Chauncey, from NC and traveled to Congotown, South Andros on Makers Air.
Conditions were good most of the time, although there were a couple of very windy days. More importantly, we had good sunlight on most days. We waded vast sand flats and also fished from flats skiffs for everything from large cruising or tailing single and double bonefish to large schools of fish.
Sunset at South Andros, in the Bahamas.
We had good action most days and there were also a couple of slower days. There were numerous bonefish in the 4 to 6-pound class and larger as well as several double-digit fish caught and released. Top producing flies during the week were Peterson’s Spawning Shrimp, Fitz flies, Ververka’s Mantis Shrimp, Gotchas and Gotcha variations.
Unfortunately this fish was met by a large shark that quickly appeared from the deeper water.
DJ caught a huge bonefish, estimated 12 to 14-lb that made a smoking run to the deeper edge of the flat. Unfortunately the fish was met by a large shark that quickly appeared from the deeper water and attacked the fish. Unfortunately despite our best efforts to avoid this, Mother Nature wins out sometimes.
Fishing the deep water off the Bahamas.
Bill Howard, the resident owner/operator, does a great job making things run smoothly at the lodge. We dined on a variety of excellent authentic Bahamian dishes including fresh fish, lobster and conch. One of the best things about Mars Bay Lodge, the southernmost lodge on South Andros, is fishing the vast sand flats and scattered mangrove keys to the south. Being the southernmost lodge on South Andros also means about a 10-mile shorter boat run each way and more fishing!
South Andros has got to be one of the most beautiful places to target bonefish on the planet! This trip, as well as my Montana trip, are annual trips so if you have an interest in any future trips contact me or go to the Destination Trips page of my web sites for more info.
Rick is the owner of Snook Fin-Addict Guide Service, Inc. He's a full time fishing guide and outdoor writer based in Sarasota, FL. He’s been guiding since 1990 and is an Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing guide here at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, the 2011 Orvis Outfitter of the Year.
Capt. Kelly Kurtz’s Weekly Fishing Report
Nine year old Amy had never fished before, she had fun!
After this hurricane season the fish are really hungry, and the fall migration is in effect for sure.
Monday I took out a brand new fisher lady and her grandparents, nine year old Amy had never fished before but she took too it naturally.
We fished the pass and caught as many Jacks and snapper till she asked “can we catch something else?” I said of course let’s try for some snook. She hooked a beast of a snook at 33 inches, as well as about six more. She even got a double with her grandpa.
Then she wanted to catch a pompano, she caught two as well as a ladyfish and a couple of puffers. It was such a fun trip for me, the water is clean and these fish are hungry!
Kelly is a Sarasota native and the owner and operator of Mangrove Charters. He's passionate about fishing and hunting. As a full-time fishing guide Kelly operates out of a 22 ft. Bayscout and specializes in light tackle using both artificial and live bait. Redfish are his favorite.
After this hurricane season the fish are really hungry, and the fall migration is in effect for sure.
Monday I took out a brand new fisher lady and her grandparents, nine year old Amy had never fished before but she took too it naturally.
Nine year old Amy had never fished before but she took too it naturally.
We fished the pass and caught as many Jacks and snapper till she asked “can we catch something else?” I said of course let’s try for some snook. She hooked a beast of a snook at 33 inches, as well as about six more. She even got a double with her grandpa.
Then she wanted to catch a pompano, she caught two as well as a ladyfish and a couple of puffers. It was such a fun trip for me, the water is clean and these fish are hungry!
Kelly is a Sarasota native and the owner and operator of Mangrove Charters. He's passionate about fishing and hunting. As a full-time fishing guide Kelly operates out of a 22 ft. Bayscout and specializes in light tackle using both artificial and live bait. Redfish are his favorite.
Capt. David Collica’s Weekly Fishing Report
Capt. David Collica reports the bite is off the hook!
The bite is off the hook, more redfish and overslot trout on the shallow oyster bars and flats towards the north end of the bay. Snook are also extremely prevalent with small schools on the flats and docks up shallow.
I’ve been seeing some cobia on the flats as well. The bite around midnight pass is great as well. I’ve also been fishing the mangrove edges on the deeper sides of the channel with plenty of snook and reds, and the mouth of the pass is covered in snook and trout eating whatever they see in that silty water.
Capt. David Collica was born in Georgia but grew up in the Sarasota area. His main target growing up was big snook and sharks off Siesta Key. His inshore trips target snook, trout, and the occasional redfish, he also offers night fly fishing trips.
The bite is off the hook, more redfish and overslot trout on the shallow oyster bars and flats towards the north end of the bay. Snook are also extremely prevalent with small schools on the flats and docks up shallow.
Capt. David Collica reports the bite is off the hook.
I’ve been seeing some cobia on the flats as well. The bite around midnight pass is great as well. I’ve also been fishing the mangrove edges on the deeper sides of the channel with plenty of snook and reds, and the mouth of the pass is covered in snook and trout eating whatever they see in that silty water.
Capt. David Collica was born in Georgia but grew up in the Sarasota area. His main target growing up was big snook and sharks off Siesta Key. His inshore trips target snook, trout, and the occasional redfish, he also offers night fly fishing trips.
Capt. Matt Davie’s Weekly Fishing Report
On the water with Capt. Matt Davie
Another wild fall! We were a little behind on having the fish show up. Apparently they don’t care for hurricane’s either. Now that things have cleared up.
It’s been good to some amazing days in Sarasota. From inside to the mangroves to outside on the reefs. Snook, redfish, trout, pompano, jacks, cobia, triple tail, mackerel, kings, gags, and just about everything in between.
All have been caught in the last week. Come out and fish.
Captain Matt has been fishing the Sarasota area waters for over 30 years accommodating fisherman of all skills from novice to professional catching a array of fish around Florida's Gulf Coast. is fishing trips offer back country snook, redfish, trout, and tarpon.
Another wild fall! We were a little behind on having the fish show up. Apparently they don’t care for hurricane’s either. Now that things have cleared up.
On the water with Capt. Matt Davie
It’s been good to some amazing days in Sarasota. From inside to the mangroves to outside on the reefs. Snook, redfish, trout, pompano, jacks, cobia, triple tail, mackerel, kings, gags, and just about everything in between.
All have been caught in the last week. Come out and fish.
Captain Matt has been fishing the Sarasota area waters for over 30 years accommodating fisherman of all skills from novice to professional catching a array of fish around Florida's Gulf Coast. is fishing trips offer back country snook, redfish, trout, and tarpon.
Capt. Kelly Stilwell’s Weekly Fishing Report
The fishing in Sarasota Bay is really starting to pick up.
Anglers fishing with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action in Sarasota Bay with me recently. The fishing in Sarasota Bay is really starting to pick up. The water temperature has dropped to the mid seventies, which is great for most of our species.
We caught several nice trout on a recent outing and even some sheepshead. I would expect the mackerel to show in good numbers any day.
Kelly has lived and fished in this area for over 30 years. His specialties are artificial bait, fly fishing, tarpon, and live bait fishing in Sarasota Bay and the nearshore Gulf. He's an Orvis Endorsed Guide and currently runs a 2400 Ranger Bay boat which accommodates five.
Anglers fishing with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action in Sarasota Bay with me recently. The fishing in Sarasota Bay is really starting to pick up. The water temperature has dropped to the mid seventies, which is great for most of our species.
We caught several nice trout on a recent outing and even some sheepshead. I would expect the mackerel to show in good numbers any day.
Kelly has lived and fished in this area for over 30 years. His specialties are artificial bait, fly fishing, tarpon, and live bait fishing in Sarasota Bay and the nearshore Gulf. He's an Orvis Endorsed Guide and currently runs a 2400 Ranger Bay boat which accommodates five.
Capt. Rick Grassett’s Weekly Fishing Report
Fly anglers fishing with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had some action with snook at night and trout in Sarasota recently. Pat Beckwith, from Sarasota, caught and released snook before dawn and then fished deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay and had some action with trout on flies.
Pat Beckwith, from Sarasota, had some action catching and releasing snook on flies on a couple of different trips while fishing with Capt. Rick Grassett recently.
Jim Randle, also from Sarasota, had some action himself catching and releasing snook on flies on a night trip with Capt. Rick Grassett recently.
Jim Randle, from Sarasota, also got in on the action, catching and releasing several snook on my Snook Minnow fly on another trip. Fishing in the dark is a great way to beat the heat this time of year.
Look for snook and juvenile tarpon around dock lights. Deep grass flats are usually a good option for action with trout and more.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by industrial, agricultural and residential runoff, freezes, increasing fishing pressure and habitat loss and degradation, please limit your kill, don’t kill your limit!
Rick is the owner of Snook Fin-Addict Guide Service, Inc. He's a full time fishing guide and outdoor writer based in Sarasota, FL. He’s been guiding since 1990 and is an Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing guide here at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, the 2011 Orvis Outfitter of the Year.
Fly anglers fishing with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had some action with snook at night and trout in Sarasota recently. Pat Beckwith, from Sarasota, caught and released snook before dawn and then fished deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay and had some action with trout on flies.
Fishing in the dark is great way to beat the heat this time of year. Pat Beckwith, from Sarasota, had some action catching and releasing snook on flies on a couple of different trips while fishing with Capt. Rick Grassett recently.
Jim Randle, from Sarasota, also got in on the action, catching and releasing several snook on my Snook Minnow fly on another trip. Fishing in the dark is a great way to beat the heat this time of year.
Jim Randle, also from Sarasota, had some action himself catching and releasing snook on flies on a couple of different night trips recently.
Look for snook and juvenile tarpon around dock lights. Deep grass flats are usually a good option for action with trout and more.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by industrial, agricultural and residential runoff, freezes, increasing fishing pressure and habitat loss and degradation, please limit your kill, don’t kill your limit!
Rick is the owner of Snook Fin-Addict Guide Service, Inc. He's a full time fishing guide and outdoor writer based in Sarasota, FL. He’s been guiding since 1990 and is an Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing guide here at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, the 2011 Orvis Outfitter of the Year.
Capt. Rick Grassett’s Montana Fly Fishing Trip Report
Capt. Rick Grassett with a beautiful Montana brown trout he caught and released on his annual trek north.
I hosted a group of friends and clients on my annual destination fly fishing trip to southwest Montana recently. I traveled from Sarasota to Bozeman and made the 2-1/2 hour drive to Medicine Lodge, on a 100,000 acre working ranch near the Beaverhead River, outside of Dillon, MT. I met up at the lodge with Steve Coburn, from WI, Jeff Coburn, from CO and Mike Perez and Dennis Kinley, from IN. We fished the Beaverhead and Madison Rivers with guide Dave King, owner of King Outfitters (406) 596-0209 in Dillon, and his talented group of guides and caught some quality fish.
I’ve fished with Dave for more than 20-years, his guides do a great job and know their fishery well. In spite of rumors of declining fishing, we have experienced great fishing for the last several years and longer!
Mike Perez, from Sarasota, watches Guide Dave King with a rainbow trout he caught and released.
Guide Dave King with a Montana brown trout he caught and released.
We fished 4, 5 and 6-weight fly tackle and caught and released brown and rainbow trout to more than 20” on streamers, dry flies and dry/dropper rigs. The dry fly action was often a hopper, sometimes with a nymph or with a smaller dry fly dropper and a few other bugs.
Wildlife was plentiful, we crossed paths with deer, moose and antelope during the week. This is an annual trip for me, so if you have an interest in technical fly fishing for big trout or if you want to learn the ropes and travel with an experienced group, please let me know.
Mike Perez with a Montana brown and rainbow trout caught and released with King Outfitters.
Dennis Kinley, from IN, with a healthy Montana brown trout caught and released with King Outfitters.
Back in Sarasota we are still reeling from Hurricane Debby’s flooding. In addition to record breaking flooding, this storm is an example of what often happens when large amounts of storm water overwhelm wastewater treatment facilities and there is a huge “dump” of hundreds of thousands of gallons of raw sewage. This is unacceptable!
Once things normalize, catch and release snook fishing around dock lights and bridges should be a good option. You might also find juvenile tarpon in a few places mixed with snook around dock lights. Juvenile tarpon in canals and creeks may also be a good option.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by residential, industrial and agricultural runoff, toxic spills and intentional releases, freezes, increasing fishing pressure and habitat loss and degradation, please limit your kill, don’t kill your limit!
Rick is the owner of Snook Fin-Addict Guide Service, Inc. He's a full time fishing guide and outdoor writer based in Sarasota, FL. He’s been guiding since 1990 and is an Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing guide here at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, the 2011 Orvis Outfitter of the Year.
I hosted a group of friends and clients on my annual destination fly fishing trip to southwest Montana recently. I traveled from Sarasota to Bozeman and made the 2-1/2 hour drive to Medicine Lodge, on a 100,000 acre working ranch near the Beaverhead River, outside of Dillon, MT. I met up at the lodge with Steve Coburn, from WI, Jeff Coburn, from CO and Mike Perez and Dennis Kinley, from IN. We fished the Beaverhead and Madison Rivers with guide Dave King, owner of King Outfitters (406) 596-0209 in Dillon, and his talented group of guides and caught some quality fish.
I’ve fished with Dave for more than 20-years, his guides do a great job and know their fishery well. In spite of rumors of declining fishing, we have experienced great fishing for the last several years and longer!
Capt. Rick Grassett with a beautiful Montana brown trout he caught and released on his annual trek north.
We fished 4, 5 and 6-weight fly tackle and caught and released brown and rainbow trout to more than 20” on streamers, dry flies and dry/dropper rigs. The dry fly action was often a hopper, sometimes with a nymph or with a smaller dry fly dropper and a few other bugs.
Wildlife was plentiful, we crossed paths with deer, moose and antelope during the week. This is an annual trip for me, so if you have an interest in technical fly fishing for big trout or if you want to learn the ropes and travel with an experienced group, please let me know.
Mike Perez with a Montana brown and rainbow trout caught and released with King Outfitters.
Back in Sarasota we are still reeling from Hurricane Debby’s flooding. In addition to record breaking flooding, this storm is an example of what often happens when large amounts of storm water overwhelm wastewater treatment facilities and there is a huge “dump” of hundreds of thousands of gallons of raw sewage. This is unacceptable!
Once things normalize, catch and release snook fishing around dock lights and bridges should be a good option. You might also find juvenile tarpon in a few places mixed with snook around dock lights. Juvenile tarpon in canals and creeks may also be a good option.
Dennis Kinley, from IN, with a healthy Montana brown trout caught and released with King Outfitters.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by residential, industrial and agricultural runoff, toxic spills and intentional releases, freezes, increasing fishing pressure and habitat loss and degradation, please limit your kill, don’t kill your limit!
Rick is the owner of Snook Fin-Addict Guide Service, Inc. He's a full time fishing guide and outdoor writer based in Sarasota, FL. He’s been guiding since 1990 and is an Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing guide here at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, the 2011 Orvis Outfitter of the Year.
Capt. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Summer gag grouper have invaded the flats and they put up a tremendous fight! Caleb Brown and his son caught a bunch on a four hour trip out of CB’s Outfitters on Siesta Key this past week.
Six-year-old Liam, from Sarasota, caught over 30 fish on a six hour Boca grande trip with Capt. Brandon this pass week, he also helped his dad with a seven-foot bull shark. All in all the fishing was off the chain!
Caleb Brown and his son caught a bunch of grouper on a half-day trip with me this past week..
Six-year-old Liam caught over thirty fish on a half-day charter this pass week.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Summer gag grouper have invaded the flats and they put up a tremendous fight! Caleb Brown and his son caught a bunch on a four hour trip out of CB’s Outfitters on Siesta Key this past week.
Caleb Brown and his son caught a bunch of grouper on a 4 hr trip.
Six-year-old Liam caught over thirty fish.
Six-year-old Liam, from Sarasota, caught over 30 fish on a six hour Boca grande trip with Capt. Brandon this pass week, he also helped his dad with a seven-foot bull shark. All in all the fishing was off the chain!
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Capt. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Summer Sharks are now now mostly smaller types.
Summer sharks are in now mostly smaller types like Sand Sharks and Blacktips but are tons of fun on light tackle.
Other popular Shark species in the Sarasota area include Bonnethead Sharks, they’re another smaller Shark species found in shallow waters such as bays, estuaries, and flats, like those surrounding Sarasota and are most commonly caught during the summer months.
Book a 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. trip and beat the heat.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Summer sharks are in now mostly smaller types like Sand Sharks and Blacktips but are tons of fun on light tackle.
Summer Sharks are now now mostly smaller types.
Other popular Shark species in the Sarasota area include Bonnethead Sharks, they’re another smaller Shark species found in shallow waters such as bays, estuaries, and flats, like those surrounding Sarasota and are most commonly caught during the summer months.
Book a 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. trip and beat the heat.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Capt. Chuck Cress’s Weekly Fishing Report
My niece Lauren, along with her two daughters, Shelby and Ava, shows off a Redfish she caught.
I took my niece Lauren and her two daughters, Shelby and Ava along with her husband Jake, fishing ‘Little Sarasota Bay’ while their family is down from Memphis, Tennessee visiting.
We avoided early morning showers and managed to catch and release plenty of fish. The two young girls helped reel in several trout and a snook, and Lauren did a wonderful job reeling in this nice redfish.
All the fish were caught with live shrimp using a cork. The water is a little dark but the fish still have to eat. Good luck on the water.
Fishing has been a lifetime passion for me. Depending on the skill level of my clients what I like to do is put them on big fish using artificial lures. I like to educating and passing on my knowledge of local history and the many sights the area has to offer while we are on the water.
I took my niece Lauren and her two daughters, Shelby and Ava along with her husband Jake, fishing ‘Little Sarasota Bay’ while their family is down from Memphis, Tennessee visiting.
My niece Lauren, along with her two daughters, Shelby and Ava, shows off a Redfish she caught.
We avoided early morning showers and managed to catch and release plenty of fish. The two young girls helped reel in several trout and a snook, and Lauren did a wonderful job reeling in this nice redfish.
All the fish were caught with live shrimp using a cork. The water is a little dark but the fish still have to eat. Here’s wishing all good luck on the water.
Fishing has been a lifetime passion for me. Depending on the skill level of my clients what I like to do is put them on big fish using artificial lures. I like to educating and passing on my knowledge of local history and the many sights the area has to offer while we are on the water.
Capt. Rick Grassett’s Weekly Fishing Report
Pat Beckwith with a blueish caught and released on a Clouser fly while fishing Sarasota Bay.
Anglers fishing with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had some action with trout, blues and redfish in Sarasota Bay and tarpon in the coastal gulf recently I primarily fished the coastal gulf for tarpon but fished a few days in the bay when conditions weren’t good in the gulf or when targeting other species.
Fly angler Bob Snover, from NH, fished shallow water with me and caught and released his first red on a fly. Pat Beckwith, from Sarasota, fished deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay and had some action with bluefish on Clouser flies on another trip.
Bob Snover with his first red caught and released on a Grassett Flats Minnow fly while fishing Sarasota Bay with Capt. Rick Grassett recently.
Dennis Ondercin with one of a couple of tarpon he caught and released while fishing the coastal gulf with Capt. Rick Grassett recently.
Longtime friends and clients also had some action with tarpon in the coastal gulf. Dave Reinhart, from MA, fished a couple of days with me and was joined by his son Dan Reinhart, from VT, for one of the days. They jumped a couple of tarpon on live crabs and we leadered one. Dennis Ondercin, from OH and Cliff and Mason Ondercin, from Sarasota, fished a couple of days with me and had good action, jumping several tarpon and bringing 2 to the boat. Cliff also fly fished for tarpon with me on another trip and had a hook up in tough conditions. Great job!
Tarpon have thinned out but should continue to be an option in the coastal gulf. Look for snook and juvenile tarpon around dock lights. Deep grass flats are usually a good option for action with trout.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides and other algae blooms fueled by residential, industrial and agricultural runoff, toxic spills and intentional releases, freezes, increasing fishing pressure and habitat loss and degradation, please limit your kill, don’t kill your limit!
Rick is the owner of Snook Fin-Addict Guide Service, Inc. He's a full time fishing guide and outdoor writer based in Sarasota, FL. He’s been guiding since 1990 and is an Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing guide here at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, the 2011 Orvis Outfitter of the Year.
Anglers fishing with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had some action with trout, blues and redfish in Sarasota Bay and tarpon in the coastal gulf recently I primarily fished the coastal gulf for tarpon but fished a few days in the bay when conditions weren’t good in the gulf or when targeting other species.
Fly angler Bob Snover, from NH, fished shallow water with me and caught and released his first red on a fly. Pat Beckwith, from Sarasota, fished deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay and had some action with bluefish on Clouser flies on another trip.
Bob Snover with his first red caught and released on a Grassett Flats Minnow fly while fishing Sarasota Bay with Capt. Rick Grassett.
Longtime friends and clients also had some action with tarpon in the coastal gulf. Dave Reinhart, from MA, fished a couple of days with me and was joined by his son Dan Reinhart, from VT, for one of the days. They jumped a couple of tarpon on live crabs and we leadered one. Dennis Ondercin, from OH and Cliff and Mason Ondercin, from Sarasota, fished a couple of days with me and had good action, jumping several tarpon and bringing 2 to the boat. Cliff also fly fished for tarpon with me on another trip and had a hook up in tough conditions. Great job!
Dennis Ondercin with one of a couple of tarpon he caught and released while fishing the coastal gulf with Capt. Rick Grassett.
Tarpon have thinned out but should continue to be an option in the coastal gulf. Look for snook and juvenile tarpon around dock lights. Deep grass flats are usually a good option for action with trout.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides and other algae blooms fueled by residential, industrial and agricultural runoff, toxic spills and intentional releases, freezes, increasing fishing pressure and habitat loss and degradation, please limit your kill, don’t kill your limit!
Rick is the owner of Snook Fin-Addict Guide Service, Inc. He's a full time fishing guide and outdoor writer based in Sarasota, FL. He’s been guiding since 1990 and is an Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing guide here at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, the 2011 Orvis Outfitter of the Year.
Capt. Chuck Cress’s Weekly Fishing Report
Young Cooper caught and released this 9 pound redfish.
Charters out of CB‘s Outfitters located on Siesta Key to fish Sarasota Bay have produced some quality redfish and trout. The heavy rains a couple of weeks ago dirtied up the water, however it didn’t affect the fishing in most areas.
Over the last couple of days, the water has really cleared up and I had the pleasure to take my grandson Cooper out today. Cooper caught and released a nine pound redfish using a popping cork and a live shrimp. Several trout were also caught and released along with a few catfish.
Fishing has been a lifetime passion for me. Depending on the skill level of my clients what I like to do is put them on big fish using artificial lures. I like to educating and passing on my knowledge of local history and the many sights the area has to offer while we are on the water.
Charters out of CB‘s Outfitters located on Siesta Key to fish Sarasota Bay have produced some quality redfish and trout. The heavy rains a couple of weeks ago dirtied up the water, however it didn’t affect the fishing in most areas.
Young Cooper caught and released this 9 pound redfish.
Over the last couple of days, the water has really cleared up and I had the pleasure to take my grandson Cooper out today. Cooper caught and released a nine pound redfish using a popping cork and a live shrimp.
Several trout were also caught and released along with a few catfish. All in all it was a beautiful day out on the warm waters of Sarasota Bay.
Fishing has been a lifetime passion for me. Depending on the skill level of my clients what I like to do is put them on big fish using artificial lures. I like to educating and passing on my knowledge of local history and the many sights the area has to offer while we are on the water.
Capt. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
On the water with Capt. Brandon Naeve.
Casy from Indiana caught this beautiful trout while fishing with family on a CB’s guided fishing Charter trip this past week.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Casy from Indiana caught this beautiful trout while fishing with family on a CB’s guided fishing Charter trip this past week.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Capt. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Lisa Knox, a native of Chicago, with a nice Pompano.
Lisa Knox, a native of Chicago and Siesta Key, caught this beautiful Pompano while fishing Sarasota Bay on a CB’s Outfitter’s charter this past week with Capt. Brandon.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Lisa Knox, a native of Chicago and Siesta Key, caught this beautiful Pompano while fishing Sarasota Bay on a CB’s Outfitter’s charter this past week with Capt. Brandon.
Lisa Knox, a native of Chicago, holds a nice size Pompano.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Capt. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Lindsey displaying her first saltwater ladyfish.
Lindsey, visiting from Pittsburgh, caught her first saltwater ladyfish with Capt Brandon this past week on a half day bay trip out of CB’s Outfitter’s on Siesta Key.
The weather was spectacular and the fish were jumping as the say. All in all it made for a great half-day on the water as Lindsey got to pocket some great memories.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Lindsey, visiting from Pittsburgh, caught her first saltwater ladyfish with Capt Brandon this past week on a half day bay trip out of CB’s Outfitter’s on Siesta Key.
Lindsey displays her first saltwater ladyfish.
The weather was spectacular and the fish were jumping as the say. All in all it made for a great half-day on the water as Lindsey got to pocket some great memories.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Capt. Rick Grassett’s Weekly Fishing Report
Alan Sugar with a trout caught and released on a fly while fishing Sarasota Bay with Capt. Rick Grassett recently.
Anglers fishing with me recently, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had decent action with reds and trout in Charlotte Harbor and trout in Sarasota Bay.
Dave Reinhart, from MA, fished a couple of trips in Gasparilla Sound near Boca Grande with me, catching and releasing several reds and trout on CAL jigs with shad tails and grubs. Mike Perez, from Sarasota and Dennis Kinley, from IN, also fished that area with me and caught and released numerous trout on Clouser flies and CAL jigs with shad tails.
Anglers fishing Sarasota Bay on several trips with me caught and released trout on Clouser flies and CAL jigs with shad tails.
Dave Reinhart with a red caught and released on a CAL jig with a shad tail while fishing Gasparilla Sound near Boca Grande with Capt. Rick Grassett recently.
Dave, shown here with a trout he caught and released on a CAL jig with a shad tail while fishing Gasparilla Sound near Boca Grande with Capt. Rick Grassett.
Look for reds, trout and snook in skinny water and snook around dock lights. Deep grass flats are usually a good option for action with trout and seasonal species such as pompano and Spanish mackerel. Also check the coastal gulf for tripletail, false albacore or early arriving tarpon when conditions are good.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by industrial, agricultural and residential runoff, freezes, increasing fishing pressure and habitat loss and degradation, please limit your kill, don’t kill your limit!
Rick is the owner of Snook Fin-Addict Guide Service, Inc. He's a full time fishing guide and outdoor writer based in Sarasota, FL. He’s been guiding since 1990 and is an Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing guide here at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, the 2011 Orvis Outfitter of the Year.
Anglers fishing with me recently, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had decent action with reds and trout in Charlotte Harbor and trout in Sarasota Bay. Dave Reinhart, from MA, fished a couple of trips in Gasparilla Sound near Boca Grande with me, catching and releasing several reds and trout on CAL jigs with shad tails and grubs.
Dave Reinhart with a red caught and released on a CAL jig with a shad tail while fishing Gasparilla Sound near Boca Grande with Capt. Rick Grassett recently.
Mike Perez, from Sarasota and Dennis Kinley, from IN, also fished that area with me and caught and released numerous trout on Clouser flies and CAL jigs with shad tails. Anglers fishing Sarasota Bay on several trips with me caught and released trout on Clouser flies and CAL jigs with shad tails.
Look for reds, trout and snook in skinny water and snook around dock lights. Deep grass flats are usually a good option for action with trout and seasonal species such as pompano and Spanish mackerel. Also check the coastal gulf for tripletail, false albacore or early arriving tarpon when conditions are good.
Alan Sugar, from MI, with a trout caught and released on a fly while fishing Sarasota Bay with Capt. Rick Grassett recently.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides and other algae blooms fueled by residential, industrial and agricultural runoff, toxic spills and intentional releases, freezes, increasing fishing pressure and habitat loss and degradation, please limit your kill, don’t kill your limit!
Rick is the owner of Snook Fin-Addict Guide Service, Inc. He's a full time fishing guide and outdoor writer based in Sarasota, FL. He’s been guiding since 1990 and is an Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing guide here at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, the 2011 Orvis Outfitter of the Year.
Capt. Chuck Cress’s Weekly Fishing Report
Henry, from the Chicago area, holding a snook he caught.
This is Henry, he’s a high school freshman from the Chicago area. Henry’s holding a snook, one of the many fish he and his dad caught on an early December morning. He and his dad caught and released several trout and were able to keep a couple for dinner later that night.
Most of the fish were caught using live shrimp under a cork and jigs with gulp bait. The day started a little foggy but burned off by mid morning and the tides were low which kept us out of a few places, but we still managed to have a good day.
Fishing has been a lifetime passion for me. Depending on the skill level of my clients what I like to do is put them on big fish using artificial lures. I like to educating and passing on my knowledge of local history and the many sights the area has to offer while we are on the water.
This is Henry, he’s a high school freshman from the Chicago area. Henry’s holding a snook, one of the many fish he and his dad caught on an early December morning. He and his dad caught and released several trout and were able to keep a couple for dinner later that night.
Henry, from the Chicago area, holding a snook he caught.
Most of the fish were caught using live shrimp under a cork and jigs with gulp bait. The day started a little foggy but burned off by mid morning and the tides were low which kept us out of a few places, but we still managed to have a good day.
Fishing has been a lifetime passion for me. Depending on the skill level of my clients what I like to do is put them on big fish using artificial lures. I like to educating and passing on my knowledge of local history and the many sights the area has to offer while we are on the water.
Capt. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Water temperatures have dipped into the upper 50’s.
The water is a cool 59 degrees, but a decent bite is still going on with Trout, Ladyfish, and Sheepshead. Some Tripletale are possible if you put the time in. This seven pound Tripletale, shown here on the left, was caught on Monday, December 16th in Sarasota Bay.
CB’s Outfitters runs these nearshore and inshore trips so grab the kids and book a Christmas holiday fishing charter and make some great memories.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
The water is a cool 59 degrees, but a decent bite is still going on with Trout, Ladyfish, and Sheepshead. Some Tripletale are possible if you put the time in.
Water temps have dipped into the upper 50’s.
This seven pound Tripletale, shown here on the left, was caught on Monday, December 16th in Sarasota Bay.
CB’s Outfitters runs these nearshore and inshore trips so grab the kids and book a Christmas holiday fishing charter and make some great memories.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Capt. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Buenos Aires Argentina comes to Southwest Florida.
Nico and Tommy from Buenos Aires Argentina caught Ladyfish and trout Thanksgiving Day with Capt. Brandon using gold paddle tail jigs.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Nico and Tommy from Buenos Aires Argentina caught Ladyfish and trout thanksgiving day with Capt Brandon using gold paddle tail jig.
Buenos Aires Argentina comes to Southwest Florida.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Capt. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Don’t be like these boys from Illinois.
Don’t be like these boys from Illinois who fell in Philippe Creek and had to go swimming for the rod… LOL.
Winter is finally here with the water dropping down into the 60’s the fish are getting used to it and the bite is improving, grab your kid and make their thanksgiving a fun one.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Don’t be like these boys from Illinois who fell in Philippe creek and had to go swimming for the rod… lol.
Don’t be like these boys from Illinois.
Winter is finally here with the water dropping down into the 60’s the fish are getting used to it and the bite is improving, grab your kid and make their thanksgiving a fun one.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Capt. Rick Grassett’s Mars Bay Bonefish Lodge, South Andros, Bahamas Fishing Report, November 9-16, 2024
Sunset off of South Andros, in the Bahamas.
I hosted a group of friends and clients at Mars Bay Bonefish Lodge in South Andros, Bahamas on my annual trip there recently. Stewart Lavelle, from Sarasota, Rick Happle from St. Pete, and I drove from Sarasota to Ft. Lauderdale Executive airport.
We met up with other group members; John, DJ, Dave Proctor and Ian Schaad, from NY, Joe Nourigat, from VA and Tracy Baker and Peter Chauncey, from NC and traveled to Congotown, South Andros on Makers Air.
Conditions were good most of the time, although there were a couple of very windy days. More importantly, we had good sunlight on most days. We waded vast sand flats and also fished from flats skiffs for everything from large cruising or tailing single and double bonefish to large schools of fish.
We had good action most days and there were also a couple of slower days. There were numerous bonefish in the 4 to 6-pound class and larger as well as several double-digit fish caught and released. Top producing flies during the week were Peterson’s Spawning Shrimp, Fitz flies, Ververka’s Mantis Shrimp, Gotchas and Gotcha variations.
South Andros has got to be one of the most beautiful places to target bonefish on the planet.
Unfortunately this fish was met by a large shark that quickly appeared from the deeper water.
DJ caught a huge bonefish, estimated 12 to 14-lb that made a smoking run to the deeper edge of the flat. Unfortunately the fish was met by a large shark that quickly appeared from the deeper water and attacked the fish. Unfortunately despite our best efforts to avoid this, Mother Nature wins out sometimes.
Bill Howard, the resident owner/operator, does a great job making things run smoothly at the lodge. We dined on a variety of excellent authentic Bahamian dishes including fresh fish, lobster and conch. One of the best things about Mars Bay Lodge, the southernmost lodge on South Andros, is fishing the vast sand flats and scattered mangrove keys to the south. Being the southernmost lodge on South Andros also means about a 10-mile shorter boat run each way and more fishing!
South Andros has got to be one of the most beautiful places to target bonefish on the planet! This trip, as well as my Montana trip, are annual trips so if you have an interest in any future trips contact me or go to the Destination Trips page of my web sites for more info.
Rick is the owner of Snook Fin-Addict Guide Service, Inc. He's a full time fishing guide and outdoor writer based in Sarasota, FL. He’s been guiding since 1990 and is an Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing guide here at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, the 2011 Orvis Outfitter of the Year.
I hosted a group of friends and clients at Mars Bay Bonefish Lodge in South Andros, Bahamas on my annual trip there recently. Stewart Lavelle, from Sarasota, Rick Happle from St. Pete, and I drove from Sarasota to Ft. Lauderdale Executive airport.
We met up with other group members; John, DJ, Dave Proctor and Ian Schaad, from NY, Joe Nourigat, from VA and Tracy Baker and Peter Chauncey, from NC and traveled to Congotown, South Andros on Makers Air.
Conditions were good most of the time, although there were a couple of very windy days. More importantly, we had good sunlight on most days. We waded vast sand flats and also fished from flats skiffs for everything from large cruising or tailing single and double bonefish to large schools of fish.
Sunset at South Andros, in the Bahamas.
We had good action most days and there were also a couple of slower days. There were numerous bonefish in the 4 to 6-pound class and larger as well as several double-digit fish caught and released. Top producing flies during the week were Peterson’s Spawning Shrimp, Fitz flies, Ververka’s Mantis Shrimp, Gotchas and Gotcha variations.
Unfortunately this fish was met by a large shark that quickly appeared from the deeper water.
DJ caught a huge bonefish, estimated 12 to 14-lb that made a smoking run to the deeper edge of the flat. Unfortunately the fish was met by a large shark that quickly appeared from the deeper water and attacked the fish. Unfortunately despite our best efforts to avoid this, Mother Nature wins out sometimes.
Fishing the deep water off the Bahamas.
Bill Howard, the resident owner/operator, does a great job making things run smoothly at the lodge. We dined on a variety of excellent authentic Bahamian dishes including fresh fish, lobster and conch. One of the best things about Mars Bay Lodge, the southernmost lodge on South Andros, is fishing the vast sand flats and scattered mangrove keys to the south. Being the southernmost lodge on South Andros also means about a 10-mile shorter boat run each way and more fishing!
South Andros has got to be one of the most beautiful places to target bonefish on the planet! This trip, as well as my Montana trip, are annual trips so if you have an interest in any future trips contact me or go to the Destination Trips page of my web sites for more info.
Rick is the owner of Snook Fin-Addict Guide Service, Inc. He's a full time fishing guide and outdoor writer based in Sarasota, FL. He’s been guiding since 1990 and is an Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing guide here at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, the 2011 Orvis Outfitter of the Year.
Capt. Kelly Kurtz’s Weekly Fishing Report
Nine year old Amy had never fished before, she had fun!
After this hurricane season the fish are really hungry, and the fall migration is in effect for sure.
Monday I took out a brand new fisher lady and her grandparents, nine year old Amy had never fished before but she took too it naturally.
We fished the pass and caught as many Jacks and snapper till she asked “can we catch something else?” I said of course let’s try for some snook. She hooked a beast of a snook at 33 inches, as well as about six more. She even got a double with her grandpa.
Then she wanted to catch a pompano, she caught two as well as a ladyfish and a couple of puffers. It was such a fun trip for me, the water is clean and these fish are hungry!
Kelly is a Sarasota native and the owner and operator of Mangrove Charters. He's passionate about fishing and hunting. As a full-time fishing guide Kelly operates out of a 22 ft. Bayscout and specializes in light tackle using both artificial and live bait. Redfish are his favorite.
After this hurricane season the fish are really hungry, and the fall migration is in effect for sure.
Monday I took out a brand new fisher lady and her grandparents, nine year old Amy had never fished before but she took too it naturally.
Nine year old Amy had never fished before but she took too it naturally.
We fished the pass and caught as many Jacks and snapper till she asked “can we catch something else?” I said of course let’s try for some snook. She hooked a beast of a snook at 33 inches, as well as about six more. She even got a double with her grandpa.
Then she wanted to catch a pompano, she caught two as well as a ladyfish and a couple of puffers. It was such a fun trip for me, the water is clean and these fish are hungry!
Kelly is a Sarasota native and the owner and operator of Mangrove Charters. He's passionate about fishing and hunting. As a full-time fishing guide Kelly operates out of a 22 ft. Bayscout and specializes in light tackle using both artificial and live bait. Redfish are his favorite.
Capt. David Collica’s Weekly Fishing Report
Capt. David Collica reports the bite is off the hook!
The bite is off the hook, more redfish and overslot trout on the shallow oyster bars and flats towards the north end of the bay. Snook are also extremely prevalent with small schools on the flats and docks up shallow.
I’ve been seeing some cobia on the flats as well. The bite around midnight pass is great as well. I’ve also been fishing the mangrove edges on the deeper sides of the channel with plenty of snook and reds, and the mouth of the pass is covered in snook and trout eating whatever they see in that silty water.
Capt. David Collica was born in Georgia but grew up in the Sarasota area. His main target growing up was big snook and sharks off Siesta Key. His inshore trips target snook, trout, and the occasional redfish, he also offers night fly fishing trips.
The bite is off the hook, more redfish and overslot trout on the shallow oyster bars and flats towards the north end of the bay. Snook are also extremely prevalent with small schools on the flats and docks up shallow.
Capt. David Collica reports the bite is off the hook.
I’ve been seeing some cobia on the flats as well. The bite around midnight pass is great as well. I’ve also been fishing the mangrove edges on the deeper sides of the channel with plenty of snook and reds, and the mouth of the pass is covered in snook and trout eating whatever they see in that silty water.
Capt. David Collica was born in Georgia but grew up in the Sarasota area. His main target growing up was big snook and sharks off Siesta Key. His inshore trips target snook, trout, and the occasional redfish, he also offers night fly fishing trips.
Capt. Matt Davie’s Weekly Fishing Report
On the water with Capt. Matt Davie
Another wild fall! We were a little behind on having the fish show up. Apparently they don’t care for hurricane’s either. Now that things have cleared up.
It’s been good to some amazing days in Sarasota. From inside to the mangroves to outside on the reefs. Snook, redfish, trout, pompano, jacks, cobia, triple tail, mackerel, kings, gags, and just about everything in between.
All have been caught in the last week. Come out and fish.
Captain Matt has been fishing the Sarasota area waters for over 30 years accommodating fisherman of all skills from novice to professional catching a array of fish around Florida's Gulf Coast. is fishing trips offer back country snook, redfish, trout, and tarpon.
Another wild fall! We were a little behind on having the fish show up. Apparently they don’t care for hurricane’s either. Now that things have cleared up.
On the water with Capt. Matt Davie
It’s been good to some amazing days in Sarasota. From inside to the mangroves to outside on the reefs. Snook, redfish, trout, pompano, jacks, cobia, triple tail, mackerel, kings, gags, and just about everything in between.
All have been caught in the last week. Come out and fish.
Captain Matt has been fishing the Sarasota area waters for over 30 years accommodating fisherman of all skills from novice to professional catching a array of fish around Florida's Gulf Coast. is fishing trips offer back country snook, redfish, trout, and tarpon.
Capt. Kelly Stilwell’s Weekly Fishing Report
The fishing in Sarasota Bay is really starting to pick up.
Anglers fishing with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action in Sarasota Bay with me recently. The fishing in Sarasota Bay is really starting to pick up. The water temperature has dropped to the mid seventies, which is great for most of our species.
We caught several nice trout on a recent outing and even some sheepshead. I would expect the mackerel to show in good numbers any day.
Kelly has lived and fished in this area for over 30 years. His specialties are artificial bait, fly fishing, tarpon, and live bait fishing in Sarasota Bay and the nearshore Gulf. He's an Orvis Endorsed Guide and currently runs a 2400 Ranger Bay boat which accommodates five.
Anglers fishing with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action in Sarasota Bay with me recently. The fishing in Sarasota Bay is really starting to pick up. The water temperature has dropped to the mid seventies, which is great for most of our species.
We caught several nice trout on a recent outing and even some sheepshead. I would expect the mackerel to show in good numbers any day.
Kelly has lived and fished in this area for over 30 years. His specialties are artificial bait, fly fishing, tarpon, and live bait fishing in Sarasota Bay and the nearshore Gulf. He's an Orvis Endorsed Guide and currently runs a 2400 Ranger Bay boat which accommodates five.
Capt. Rick Grassett’s Weekly Fishing Report
Fly anglers fishing with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had some action with snook at night and trout in Sarasota recently. Pat Beckwith, from Sarasota, caught and released snook before dawn and then fished deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay and had some action with trout on flies.
Pat Beckwith, from Sarasota, had some action catching and releasing snook on flies on a couple of different trips while fishing with Capt. Rick Grassett recently.
Jim Randle, also from Sarasota, had some action himself catching and releasing snook on flies on a night trip with Capt. Rick Grassett recently.
Jim Randle, from Sarasota, also got in on the action, catching and releasing several snook on my Snook Minnow fly on another trip. Fishing in the dark is a great way to beat the heat this time of year.
Look for snook and juvenile tarpon around dock lights. Deep grass flats are usually a good option for action with trout and more.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by industrial, agricultural and residential runoff, freezes, increasing fishing pressure and habitat loss and degradation, please limit your kill, don’t kill your limit!
Rick is the owner of Snook Fin-Addict Guide Service, Inc. He's a full time fishing guide and outdoor writer based in Sarasota, FL. He’s been guiding since 1990 and is an Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing guide here at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, the 2011 Orvis Outfitter of the Year.
Fly anglers fishing with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had some action with snook at night and trout in Sarasota recently. Pat Beckwith, from Sarasota, caught and released snook before dawn and then fished deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay and had some action with trout on flies.
Fishing in the dark is great way to beat the heat this time of year. Pat Beckwith, from Sarasota, had some action catching and releasing snook on flies on a couple of different trips while fishing with Capt. Rick Grassett recently.
Jim Randle, from Sarasota, also got in on the action, catching and releasing several snook on my Snook Minnow fly on another trip. Fishing in the dark is a great way to beat the heat this time of year.
Jim Randle, also from Sarasota, had some action himself catching and releasing snook on flies on a couple of different night trips recently.
Look for snook and juvenile tarpon around dock lights. Deep grass flats are usually a good option for action with trout and more.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by industrial, agricultural and residential runoff, freezes, increasing fishing pressure and habitat loss and degradation, please limit your kill, don’t kill your limit!
Rick is the owner of Snook Fin-Addict Guide Service, Inc. He's a full time fishing guide and outdoor writer based in Sarasota, FL. He’s been guiding since 1990 and is an Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing guide here at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, the 2011 Orvis Outfitter of the Year.
Capt. Rick Grassett’s Montana Fly Fishing Trip Report
Capt. Rick Grassett with a beautiful Montana brown trout he caught and released on his annual trek north.
I hosted a group of friends and clients on my annual destination fly fishing trip to southwest Montana recently. I traveled from Sarasota to Bozeman and made the 2-1/2 hour drive to Medicine Lodge, on a 100,000 acre working ranch near the Beaverhead River, outside of Dillon, MT. I met up at the lodge with Steve Coburn, from WI, Jeff Coburn, from CO and Mike Perez and Dennis Kinley, from IN. We fished the Beaverhead and Madison Rivers with guide Dave King, owner of King Outfitters (406) 596-0209 in Dillon, and his talented group of guides and caught some quality fish.
I’ve fished with Dave for more than 20-years, his guides do a great job and know their fishery well. In spite of rumors of declining fishing, we have experienced great fishing for the last several years and longer!
Mike Perez, from Sarasota, watches Guide Dave King with a rainbow trout he caught and released.
Guide Dave King with a Montana brown trout he caught and released.
We fished 4, 5 and 6-weight fly tackle and caught and released brown and rainbow trout to more than 20” on streamers, dry flies and dry/dropper rigs. The dry fly action was often a hopper, sometimes with a nymph or with a smaller dry fly dropper and a few other bugs.
Wildlife was plentiful, we crossed paths with deer, moose and antelope during the week. This is an annual trip for me, so if you have an interest in technical fly fishing for big trout or if you want to learn the ropes and travel with an experienced group, please let me know.
Mike Perez with a Montana brown and rainbow trout caught and released with King Outfitters.
Dennis Kinley, from IN, with a healthy Montana brown trout caught and released with King Outfitters.
Back in Sarasota we are still reeling from Hurricane Debby’s flooding. In addition to record breaking flooding, this storm is an example of what often happens when large amounts of storm water overwhelm wastewater treatment facilities and there is a huge “dump” of hundreds of thousands of gallons of raw sewage. This is unacceptable!
Once things normalize, catch and release snook fishing around dock lights and bridges should be a good option. You might also find juvenile tarpon in a few places mixed with snook around dock lights. Juvenile tarpon in canals and creeks may also be a good option.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by residential, industrial and agricultural runoff, toxic spills and intentional releases, freezes, increasing fishing pressure and habitat loss and degradation, please limit your kill, don’t kill your limit!
Rick is the owner of Snook Fin-Addict Guide Service, Inc. He's a full time fishing guide and outdoor writer based in Sarasota, FL. He’s been guiding since 1990 and is an Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing guide here at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, the 2011 Orvis Outfitter of the Year.
I hosted a group of friends and clients on my annual destination fly fishing trip to southwest Montana recently. I traveled from Sarasota to Bozeman and made the 2-1/2 hour drive to Medicine Lodge, on a 100,000 acre working ranch near the Beaverhead River, outside of Dillon, MT. I met up at the lodge with Steve Coburn, from WI, Jeff Coburn, from CO and Mike Perez and Dennis Kinley, from IN. We fished the Beaverhead and Madison Rivers with guide Dave King, owner of King Outfitters (406) 596-0209 in Dillon, and his talented group of guides and caught some quality fish.
I’ve fished with Dave for more than 20-years, his guides do a great job and know their fishery well. In spite of rumors of declining fishing, we have experienced great fishing for the last several years and longer!
Capt. Rick Grassett with a beautiful Montana brown trout he caught and released on his annual trek north.
We fished 4, 5 and 6-weight fly tackle and caught and released brown and rainbow trout to more than 20” on streamers, dry flies and dry/dropper rigs. The dry fly action was often a hopper, sometimes with a nymph or with a smaller dry fly dropper and a few other bugs.
Wildlife was plentiful, we crossed paths with deer, moose and antelope during the week. This is an annual trip for me, so if you have an interest in technical fly fishing for big trout or if you want to learn the ropes and travel with an experienced group, please let me know.
Mike Perez with a Montana brown and rainbow trout caught and released with King Outfitters.
Back in Sarasota we are still reeling from Hurricane Debby’s flooding. In addition to record breaking flooding, this storm is an example of what often happens when large amounts of storm water overwhelm wastewater treatment facilities and there is a huge “dump” of hundreds of thousands of gallons of raw sewage. This is unacceptable!
Once things normalize, catch and release snook fishing around dock lights and bridges should be a good option. You might also find juvenile tarpon in a few places mixed with snook around dock lights. Juvenile tarpon in canals and creeks may also be a good option.
Dennis Kinley, from IN, with a healthy Montana brown trout caught and released with King Outfitters.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by residential, industrial and agricultural runoff, toxic spills and intentional releases, freezes, increasing fishing pressure and habitat loss and degradation, please limit your kill, don’t kill your limit!
Rick is the owner of Snook Fin-Addict Guide Service, Inc. He's a full time fishing guide and outdoor writer based in Sarasota, FL. He’s been guiding since 1990 and is an Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing guide here at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, the 2011 Orvis Outfitter of the Year.
Capt. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Summer gag grouper have invaded the flats and they put up a tremendous fight! Caleb Brown and his son caught a bunch on a four hour trip out of CB’s Outfitters on Siesta Key this past week.
Six-year-old Liam, from Sarasota, caught over 30 fish on a six hour Boca grande trip with Capt. Brandon this pass week, he also helped his dad with a seven-foot bull shark. All in all the fishing was off the chain!
Caleb Brown and his son caught a bunch of grouper on a half-day trip with me this past week..
Six-year-old Liam caught over thirty fish on a half-day charter this pass week.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Summer gag grouper have invaded the flats and they put up a tremendous fight! Caleb Brown and his son caught a bunch on a four hour trip out of CB’s Outfitters on Siesta Key this past week.
Caleb Brown and his son caught a bunch of grouper on a 4 hr trip.
Six-year-old Liam caught over thirty fish.
Six-year-old Liam, from Sarasota, caught over 30 fish on a six hour Boca grande trip with Capt. Brandon this pass week, he also helped his dad with a seven-foot bull shark. All in all the fishing was off the chain!
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Capt. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Summer Sharks are now now mostly smaller types.
Summer sharks are in now mostly smaller types like Sand Sharks and Blacktips but are tons of fun on light tackle.
Other popular Shark species in the Sarasota area include Bonnethead Sharks, they’re another smaller Shark species found in shallow waters such as bays, estuaries, and flats, like those surrounding Sarasota and are most commonly caught during the summer months.
Book a 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. trip and beat the heat.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Summer sharks are in now mostly smaller types like Sand Sharks and Blacktips but are tons of fun on light tackle.
Summer Sharks are now now mostly smaller types.
Other popular Shark species in the Sarasota area include Bonnethead Sharks, they’re another smaller Shark species found in shallow waters such as bays, estuaries, and flats, like those surrounding Sarasota and are most commonly caught during the summer months.
Book a 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. trip and beat the heat.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Capt. Chuck Cress’s Weekly Fishing Report
My niece Lauren, along with her two daughters, Shelby and Ava, shows off a Redfish she caught.
I took my niece Lauren and her two daughters, Shelby and Ava along with her husband Jake, fishing ‘Little Sarasota Bay’ while their family is down from Memphis, Tennessee visiting.
We avoided early morning showers and managed to catch and release plenty of fish. The two young girls helped reel in several trout and a snook, and Lauren did a wonderful job reeling in this nice redfish.
All the fish were caught with live shrimp using a cork. The water is a little dark but the fish still have to eat. Good luck on the water.
Fishing has been a lifetime passion for me. Depending on the skill level of my clients what I like to do is put them on big fish using artificial lures. I like to educating and passing on my knowledge of local history and the many sights the area has to offer while we are on the water.
I took my niece Lauren and her two daughters, Shelby and Ava along with her husband Jake, fishing ‘Little Sarasota Bay’ while their family is down from Memphis, Tennessee visiting.
My niece Lauren, along with her two daughters, Shelby and Ava, shows off a Redfish she caught.
We avoided early morning showers and managed to catch and release plenty of fish. The two young girls helped reel in several trout and a snook, and Lauren did a wonderful job reeling in this nice redfish.
All the fish were caught with live shrimp using a cork. The water is a little dark but the fish still have to eat. Here’s wishing all good luck on the water.
Fishing has been a lifetime passion for me. Depending on the skill level of my clients what I like to do is put them on big fish using artificial lures. I like to educating and passing on my knowledge of local history and the many sights the area has to offer while we are on the water.
Capt. Rick Grassett’s Weekly Fishing Report
Pat Beckwith with a blueish caught and released on a Clouser fly while fishing Sarasota Bay.
Anglers fishing with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had some action with trout, blues and redfish in Sarasota Bay and tarpon in the coastal gulf recently I primarily fished the coastal gulf for tarpon but fished a few days in the bay when conditions weren’t good in the gulf or when targeting other species.
Fly angler Bob Snover, from NH, fished shallow water with me and caught and released his first red on a fly. Pat Beckwith, from Sarasota, fished deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay and had some action with bluefish on Clouser flies on another trip.
Bob Snover with his first red caught and released on a Grassett Flats Minnow fly while fishing Sarasota Bay with Capt. Rick Grassett recently.
Dennis Ondercin with one of a couple of tarpon he caught and released while fishing the coastal gulf with Capt. Rick Grassett recently.
Longtime friends and clients also had some action with tarpon in the coastal gulf. Dave Reinhart, from MA, fished a couple of days with me and was joined by his son Dan Reinhart, from VT, for one of the days. They jumped a couple of tarpon on live crabs and we leadered one. Dennis Ondercin, from OH and Cliff and Mason Ondercin, from Sarasota, fished a couple of days with me and had good action, jumping several tarpon and bringing 2 to the boat. Cliff also fly fished for tarpon with me on another trip and had a hook up in tough conditions. Great job!
Tarpon have thinned out but should continue to be an option in the coastal gulf. Look for snook and juvenile tarpon around dock lights. Deep grass flats are usually a good option for action with trout.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides and other algae blooms fueled by residential, industrial and agricultural runoff, toxic spills and intentional releases, freezes, increasing fishing pressure and habitat loss and degradation, please limit your kill, don’t kill your limit!
Rick is the owner of Snook Fin-Addict Guide Service, Inc. He's a full time fishing guide and outdoor writer based in Sarasota, FL. He’s been guiding since 1990 and is an Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing guide here at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, the 2011 Orvis Outfitter of the Year.
Anglers fishing with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had some action with trout, blues and redfish in Sarasota Bay and tarpon in the coastal gulf recently I primarily fished the coastal gulf for tarpon but fished a few days in the bay when conditions weren’t good in the gulf or when targeting other species.
Fly angler Bob Snover, from NH, fished shallow water with me and caught and released his first red on a fly. Pat Beckwith, from Sarasota, fished deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay and had some action with bluefish on Clouser flies on another trip.
Bob Snover with his first red caught and released on a Grassett Flats Minnow fly while fishing Sarasota Bay with Capt. Rick Grassett.
Longtime friends and clients also had some action with tarpon in the coastal gulf. Dave Reinhart, from MA, fished a couple of days with me and was joined by his son Dan Reinhart, from VT, for one of the days. They jumped a couple of tarpon on live crabs and we leadered one. Dennis Ondercin, from OH and Cliff and Mason Ondercin, from Sarasota, fished a couple of days with me and had good action, jumping several tarpon and bringing 2 to the boat. Cliff also fly fished for tarpon with me on another trip and had a hook up in tough conditions. Great job!
Dennis Ondercin with one of a couple of tarpon he caught and released while fishing the coastal gulf with Capt. Rick Grassett.
Tarpon have thinned out but should continue to be an option in the coastal gulf. Look for snook and juvenile tarpon around dock lights. Deep grass flats are usually a good option for action with trout.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides and other algae blooms fueled by residential, industrial and agricultural runoff, toxic spills and intentional releases, freezes, increasing fishing pressure and habitat loss and degradation, please limit your kill, don’t kill your limit!
Rick is the owner of Snook Fin-Addict Guide Service, Inc. He's a full time fishing guide and outdoor writer based in Sarasota, FL. He’s been guiding since 1990 and is an Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing guide here at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, the 2011 Orvis Outfitter of the Year.
Capt. Chuck Cress’s Weekly Fishing Report
Young Cooper caught and released this 9 pound redfish.
Charters out of CB‘s Outfitters located on Siesta Key to fish Sarasota Bay have produced some quality redfish and trout. The heavy rains a couple of weeks ago dirtied up the water, however it didn’t affect the fishing in most areas.
Over the last couple of days, the water has really cleared up and I had the pleasure to take my grandson Cooper out today. Cooper caught and released a nine pound redfish using a popping cork and a live shrimp. Several trout were also caught and released along with a few catfish.
Fishing has been a lifetime passion for me. Depending on the skill level of my clients what I like to do is put them on big fish using artificial lures. I like to educating and passing on my knowledge of local history and the many sights the area has to offer while we are on the water.
Charters out of CB‘s Outfitters located on Siesta Key to fish Sarasota Bay have produced some quality redfish and trout. The heavy rains a couple of weeks ago dirtied up the water, however it didn’t affect the fishing in most areas.
Young Cooper caught and released this 9 pound redfish.
Over the last couple of days, the water has really cleared up and I had the pleasure to take my grandson Cooper out today. Cooper caught and released a nine pound redfish using a popping cork and a live shrimp.
Several trout were also caught and released along with a few catfish. All in all it was a beautiful day out on the warm waters of Sarasota Bay.
Fishing has been a lifetime passion for me. Depending on the skill level of my clients what I like to do is put them on big fish using artificial lures. I like to educating and passing on my knowledge of local history and the many sights the area has to offer while we are on the water.
Capt. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
On the water with Capt. Brandon Naeve.
Casy from Indiana caught this beautiful trout while fishing with family on a CB’s guided fishing Charter trip this past week.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Casy from Indiana caught this beautiful trout while fishing with family on a CB’s guided fishing Charter trip this past week.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Capt. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Lisa Knox, a native of Chicago, with a nice Pompano.
Lisa Knox, a native of Chicago and Siesta Key, caught this beautiful Pompano while fishing Sarasota Bay on a CB’s Outfitter’s charter this past week with Capt. Brandon.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Lisa Knox, a native of Chicago and Siesta Key, caught this beautiful Pompano while fishing Sarasota Bay on a CB’s Outfitter’s charter this past week with Capt. Brandon.
Lisa Knox, a native of Chicago, holds a nice size Pompano.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Capt. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Lindsey displaying her first saltwater ladyfish.
Lindsey, visiting from Pittsburgh, caught her first saltwater ladyfish with Capt Brandon this past week on a half day bay trip out of CB’s Outfitter’s on Siesta Key.
The weather was spectacular and the fish were jumping as the say. All in all it made for a great half-day on the water as Lindsey got to pocket some great memories.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Lindsey, visiting from Pittsburgh, caught her first saltwater ladyfish with Capt Brandon this past week on a half day bay trip out of CB’s Outfitter’s on Siesta Key.
Lindsey displays her first saltwater ladyfish.
The weather was spectacular and the fish were jumping as the say. All in all it made for a great half-day on the water as Lindsey got to pocket some great memories.
I've been a fishing guide the Sarasota , Boca Grande area for over 25 years. My Sarasota trips are mostly family oriented 1/2 day fishing trips involving kids who love to catch all the family fun fish. My Boca Grande trips are for the more experienced spin or fly fishing angler.
Capt. Rick Grassett’s Weekly Fishing Report
Alan Sugar with a trout caught and released on a fly while fishing Sarasota Bay with Capt. Rick Grassett recently.
Anglers fishing with me recently, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had decent action with reds and trout in Charlotte Harbor and trout in Sarasota Bay.
Dave Reinhart, from MA, fished a couple of trips in Gasparilla Sound near Boca Grande with me, catching and releasing several reds and trout on CAL jigs with shad tails and grubs. Mike Perez, from Sarasota and Dennis Kinley, from IN, also fished that area with me and caught and released numerous trout on Clouser flies and CAL jigs with shad tails.
Anglers fishing Sarasota Bay on several trips with me caught and released trout on Clouser flies and CAL jigs with shad tails.
Dave Reinhart with a red caught and released on a CAL jig with a shad tail while fishing Gasparilla Sound near Boca Grande with Capt. Rick Grassett recently.
Dave, shown here with a trout he caught and released on a CAL jig with a shad tail while fishing Gasparilla Sound near Boca Grande with Capt. Rick Grassett.
Look for reds, trout and snook in skinny water and snook around dock lights. Deep grass flats are usually a good option for action with trout and seasonal species such as pompano and Spanish mackerel. Also check the coastal gulf for tripletail, false albacore or early arriving tarpon when conditions are good.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by industrial, agricultural and residential runoff, freezes, increasing fishing pressure and habitat loss and degradation, please limit your kill, don’t kill your limit!
Rick is the owner of Snook Fin-Addict Guide Service, Inc. He's a full time fishing guide and outdoor writer based in Sarasota, FL. He’s been guiding since 1990 and is an Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing guide here at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, the 2011 Orvis Outfitter of the Year.
Anglers fishing with me recently, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had decent action with reds and trout in Charlotte Harbor and trout in Sarasota Bay. Dave Reinhart, from MA, fished a couple of trips in Gasparilla Sound near Boca Grande with me, catching and releasing several reds and trout on CAL jigs with shad tails and grubs.
Dave Reinhart with a red caught and released on a CAL jig with a shad tail while fishing Gasparilla Sound near Boca Grande with Capt. Rick Grassett recently.
Mike Perez, from Sarasota and Dennis Kinley, from IN, also fished that area with me and caught and released numerous trout on Clouser flies and CAL jigs with shad tails. Anglers fishing Sarasota Bay on several trips with me caught and released trout on Clouser flies and CAL jigs with shad tails.
Look for reds, trout and snook in skinny water and snook around dock lights. Deep grass flats are usually a good option for action with trout and seasonal species such as pompano and Spanish mackerel. Also check the coastal gulf for tripletail, false albacore or early arriving tarpon when conditions are good.
Alan Sugar, from MI, with a trout caught and released on a fly while fishing Sarasota Bay with Capt. Rick Grassett recently.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides and other algae blooms fueled by residential, industrial and agricultural runoff, toxic spills and intentional releases, freezes, increasing fishing pressure and habitat loss and degradation, please limit your kill, don’t kill your limit!
Rick is the owner of Snook Fin-Addict Guide Service, Inc. He's a full time fishing guide and outdoor writer based in Sarasota, FL. He’s been guiding since 1990 and is an Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing guide here at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, the 2011 Orvis Outfitter of the Year.