Capt. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Tyler caught this beautiful pompano while fishing the middle grounds.
Tyler, visiting from Chicago, caught this beautiful pompano while fishing the middle grounds with me this past week. It’s a great week for fishing Sarasota Bay, and pompano fishing here on the Gulf Coast is a premier winter/spring activity, with the fish migrating south to the region from November through April, peaking from late February to April.
They are highly targeted on inner coastal grass flats for their fighting ability and excellent taste. Look for water temperatures in the low 60s to mid-70s, generally appearing after cold fronts.
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.
Tyler, visiting from Chicago, caught this beautiful pompano while fishing the middle grounds with me this past week. It’s a great week for fishing Sarasota Bay, and pompano fishing here on the Gulf Coast is a premier winter/spring activity, with the fish migrating south to the region from November through April, peaking from late February to April.
Tyler caught this beautiful pompano while fishing the middle grounds.
They are highly targeted on inner coastal grass flats for their fighting ability and excellent taste. Look for water temperatures in the low 60s to mid-70s, generally appearing after cold fronts.
So what are you waiting for? Get out, get on the water, and start making memories that will last a lifetime.
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. Kelly Kurtz’s Weekly Fishing Report
Snook and Pompano were the catch of the day while fishing with Capt. Kelly Kurtz on a Charter out of CB’S Saltwater Outfitters this past week. March is an excellent month for anglers, and snook are actively gathering on the flats in search of baitfish. and with rising water temperatures, fish will need to feed more frequently as their metabolism increases.
This young man holding his Snook, couldn’t be happier.
That’s a beautiful Pompano she’s holding.
Snook are caught by anglers fishing the inshore waters in Sarasota. Those include mangrove shorelines, points, docks, oyster bars, grass flats with potholes, channels, and seawalls. Any structure that provides a bit of cover can hold snook.
Here in Sarasota Bay snook season is closed from December 1 to the end of February and from May 1 to August 31. Otherwise, you can keep one Snook between 28 and 33 inches.
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.
Snook and Pompano were the catch of the day while fishing with Capt. Kelly Kurtz on a Charter out of CB’S Saltwater Outfitters this past week. March is an excellent month for anglers, and snook are actively gathering on the flats in search of baitfish. and with rising water temperatures, fish will need to feed more frequently as their metabolism increases.
This young man, holding this Snook, couldn’t be happier.
Snook are caught by anglers fishing the inshore waters in Sarasota. Those include mangrove shorelines, points, docks, oyster bars, grass flats with potholes, channels, and seawalls. Any structure that provides a bit of cover can hold snook.
That’s a beautiful Pompano she’s holding.
Here in Sarasota Bay snook season is closed from December 1 to the end of February and from May 1 to August 31. Otherwise, you can keep one Snook between 28 and 33 inches.
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. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Ethen, from Cincinnati, Ohio, caught this beautiful keeper trout.
Young Ethen, from Cincinnati, Ohio, caught this beautiful keeper trout, after releasing two oversized ones while fishing on a CB’s Outfitters fishing charter with Capt. Brandon.
Trout fishing in Sarasota Bay is excellent this time of year as water temperatures rise, drawing fish onto shallow, sunny grass flats and into deeper, 3–5 ft water near sandy potholes.
Key strategies include fishing with live bait or jigs during early mornings, focusing on areas with tidal flow and clean water.
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.
Young Ethen, from Cincinnati, Ohio, caught this beautiful keeper trout, after releasing two oversized ones while fishing on a CB’s Outfitters fishing charter with Capt. Brandon.
Young Ethen, from Cincinnati Ohio, caught this beautiful keeper trout.
Trout fishing in Sarasota Bay is excellent this time of year as water temperatures rise, drawing fish onto shallow, sunny grass flats and into deeper, 3–5 ft water near sandy potholes.
Key strategies include fishing with live bait or jigs during early mornings, focusing on areas with tidal flow and clean water.
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
This shark appears to have met its match.
Shark season has arrived with a good number on the flats, so grab the kids and enjoy listening to line fly off the spool. Sarasota is home to a variety of shark species. Some of the most popular sharks that can be caught include Bonnethead Sharks, which are small sharks that can be found in shallow waters, such as bays, estuaries, and flats. They’re most commonly caught during the summer months.
Another species, Blacktip sharks, are typically caught in nearshore waters and around jetties. Catch and release is the recommended method of shark fishing in Sarasota. This involves safely releasing the shark back into the water after catching it. Make sure to remove the hook quickly and handle the shark carefully to avoid injuring it.
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.
Shark season has arrived with a good number on the flats, so grab your child and enjoy listening to line fly off the spool. Sarasota is home to a variety of shark species. Some of the most popular sharks that can be caught include Bonnethead Sharks, which are small sharks that can be found in shallow waters, such as bays, estuaries, and flats. They’re most commonly caught during the summer months.
This shark appears to have met its match.
Another species, Blacktip sharks, are typically caught in nearshore waters and around jetties. Catch and release is the recommended method of shark fishing in Sarasota. This involves safely releasing the shark back into the water after catching it. Make sure to remove the hook quickly and handle the shark carefully to avoid injuring it.
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. Kelly Stilwell’s Weekly Fishing Report
On the water with Capt. Kelly Stilwell.
Cool water temperatures have been keeping recent catches somewhat reduced. That being said the trout bite is picking up nicely and there are some decent sheephead being caught. I expect the fishing to greatly improve over the next couple weeks.
February fishing in Sarasota Bay is usually characterized by cooler water temps, frequent cold fronts, consequently, it’s slower, more deliberate fishing, with a focus on target species like sheepshead, trout, and redfish.
Cooler temps should be a thing of the past shortly.
He’s making memories that will last a lifetime.
Sheepshead are the premier target this time of year, and are found in large numbers around docks, bridges, and oyster bars. Speckled Trout can be found located on deep grass flats, especially on warmer days. Redfish are more often than not found in shallow water sunning themselves, or in deeper, warmer, protected water.
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.
Cool water temperatures have been keeping recent catches somewhat reduced. That being said the trout bite is picking up nicely and there are some decent sheephead being caught. I expect the fishing to greatly improve over the next couple weeks.
On the water with Capt. Kelly Stilwell.
February fishing in Sarasota Bay is usually characterized by cooler water temps, frequent cold fronts, consequently, it’s slower, more deliberate fishing, with a focus on target species like sheepshead, trout, and redfish.
Memories that will last a lifetime.
Sheepshead are the premier target this time of year, and are found in large numbers around docks, bridges, and oyster bars. Speckled Trout can be found located on deep grass flats, especially on warmer days. Redfish are more often than not found in shallow water sunning themselves, or in deeper, warmer, protected water.
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. Chuck Cress’s Weekly Fishing Report
Chad, and his son Charlie, were all smiles this week.
Chad and his son Charlie from Pennsylvania took a few days vacation on Siesta Key over the long Presidents’ Day weekend. Each year when they’re down here they try to get a fishing trip in. This year I was fortunate enough to have them on board with me.
The father son duo, managed to catch and release several different species of fish. By using live shrimp, they caught and released redfish, snook, trout, sheepshead and ladyfish. The cool weather of a couple weeks ago seemed to be gone and we are getting a lot more consistent with our catch.
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.
Chad and his son Charlie from Pennsylvania took a few days vacation on Siesta Key over the long Presidents’ Day weekend. Each year when they’re down here they try to get a fishing trip in. This year I was fortunate enough to have them on board with me.
Chad, and his son Charlie, were all smiles this week.
The father son duo, managed to catch and release several different species of fish. By using live shrimp, they caught and released redfish, snook, trout, sheepshead and ladyfish. The cool weather of a couple weeks ago seemed to be gone and we are getting a lot more consistent with our catch.
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. Chuck Cress’s Weekly Fishing Report
Capt. Chuck with a nice Trout he caught and released.
Captain Chuck was out on the waters of Sarasota Bay this past week for an afternoon of fishing, sightseeing, and a great lunch. The beautiful weather in the Sarasota area this week made for a very pleasurable excursion.
Captain Chuck was accompanied by his wife, Kathy, who who did some reading and photography while he fished. All in all it was a great day on the water and the plan is to do it again real soon.
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.
Captain Chuck was out on the waters of Sarasota Bay this past week for an afternoon of fishing, sightseeing, and a great lunch. The beautiful weather in the Sarasota area this week made for a very pleasurable excursion.
Capt. Chuck with a nice Trout he caught and released.
Captain Chuck was accompanied by his wife, Kathy, who who did some reading and photography while he fished. All in all it was a great day on the water and the plan is to do it again real soon.
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
Hank Braddock, from Colorado, caught this nice Cobia.
Hank Braddock, from Golden Colorado, caught this beautiful Cobia while fishing a half day trip out of CB’s Outfitters on Siesta Key this past week. If you’re looking for inshore Cobia fishing action, hit the sandbars around Sarasota Bay.
Migrating Cobia make a fantastic run along the beaches, creating excellent opportunities for anglers and sight fishers, and casting for Cobia is a great way to test out your light tackle skills. They are voracious feeders, swim very close to the surface this time of year, and sight casting becomes the name of the game.
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.
Hank Braddock, from Golden Colorado, caught this beautiful Cobia while fishing a half day trip out of CB’s Outfitters on Siesta Key this past week. If you’re looking for inshore Cobia fishing action, hit the sandbars around Sarasota Bay.
Hank Braddock, from Golden Colorado, caught a beautiful Cobia.
Migrating Cobia make a fantastic run along the beaches, creating excellent opportunities for anglers and sight fishers, and casting for Cobia is a great way to test out your light tackle skills. They are voracious feeders, swim very close to the surface this time of year, and sight casting becomes the name of the game.
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. Hunter Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Andrew Linton caught Snook, Redfish, Sheepshead and Trout while fishing this past week on a CB’s Outfitters Fishing Charter out of Siesta Key with myself, Capt Hunter Naeve. The weather was beautiful, as usual here on the southern Gulf Coast, and the fish were jumping, as they say.
Andrew Linton had a great time on the water.
Andrew Linton with a few of his catches for the day.
Captain Hunter delivers unforgettable fishing adventures across Sarasota Bay and Boca Grande. From chasing world-famous Tarpon in Boca Grande Pass to wrestling giant Goliath Grouper or reeling in Redfish and Snook closer to shore.
Andrew Linton caught Snook, Redfish, Sheepshead and Trout while fishing this past week on a CB’s Outfitters Fishing Charter out of Siesta Key with myself, Capt Hunter Naeve.
Andrew Linton with a few of his catches for the day.
The weather was beautiful, as usual here on the southern Gulf Coast, and the fish were jumping, as they say.
Captain Hunter delivers unforgettable fishing adventures across Sarasota Bay and Boca Grande. From chasing world-famous Tarpon in Boca Grande Pass to wrestling giant Goliath Grouper or reeling in Redfish and Snook closer to shore.
Capt. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Cameron and Lane from Newark Ohio.
Cameron and Lane, from Newark Ohio, caught these trout on Thanksgiving Day and believe it or not their last name is… you guessed it, Trout.
As you can well imagine it was a Thanksgiving Day these boys won’t soon forget. I’m just happy I was able to help make it a memorable holiday, and one they won’t soon forget.
If you’re interested in making some great memories of your own why not get in touch with the folk’s at CBs and tell them Captain Brandon Naeve sent me.
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.
Cameron and Lane, from Newark Ohio, caught these trout on Thanksgiving Day and believe it or not their last name is… you guessed it, Trout.
As you can well imagine it was a Thanksgiving Day these boys won’t soon forget. I’m just happy I was able to help make it a memorable holiday, and one they won’t soon forget.
Cameron and Lane from Newark Ohio.
If you’re interested in making some great memories of your own why not get in touch with the folk’s at CBs and tell them Captain Brandon Naeve sent me.
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
Cal James, from Rothesay, New Brunswick Canada.
Cal James and his dad, from Rothesay, New Brunswick Canada caught this beautiful mackerel while fishing this past week with Capt Brandon and Hunter on a Charter out of CB’s Outfitters.
Fishing Sarasota Bay in late November is great, with opportunities for targeting species like redfish, snook, and spotted seatrout inshore. Thanksgiving week should be very busy so book your guided fishing trips as soon as possible.
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.
Cal James and his dad, from Rothesay, New Brunswick Canada caught this beautiful mackerel while fishing this past week with Capt Brandon and Hunter on a Charter out of CB’s Outfitters.
Young Cal James, from Rothesay, New Brunswick Canada.
The fishing in Sarasota Bay in late November is excellent, with opportunities for targeting species like redfish, snook, and spotted seatrout inshore. Thanksgiving week should be very busy so book your guided fishing trips as soon as possible.
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
Nick caught this bull red that was over 30 inches long.
I had the privilege of taking out Nick, an accomplished angler and his wife Susan on a half-day charter out of CB’S Outfitters this past week. The couple is on an extended stay on Siesta Key from Lexington, Massachusetts.
Nick caught this bull red, which was over 30 inches using a quarter ounce jig head with gulp jerk shad. He and Susan both caught several nice trout. Susan was using a live shrimp under a popping cork. To end the day, Nick caught a snook, which gave the couple the inshore slam. All the fish were released safely to be caught another 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.
I had the privilege of taking out Nick, an accomplished angler and his wife Susan on a half-day charter out of CB’S Outfitters this past week. The couple is on an extended stay on Siesta Key from Lexington, Massachusetts.
Nick, from Massachusetts, caught this bull red that was over 30 inches long.
Nick caught this bull red, which was over 30 inches using a quarter ounce jig head with gulp jerk shad. He and Susan both caught several nice trout. Susan was using a live shrimp under a popping cork. To end the day, Nick caught a snook, which gave the couple the inshore slam. All the fish were released safely to be caught another 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
Anglers fishing with me out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action in Sarasota Bay with me recently. October is a great time to fish the waters in and around Sarasota, with mild temperatures, lower humidity, and fewer crowds than peak season. The weather is ideal for fishing, though it’s still the tail end of hurricane season, so monitor the weather forecast.
Brody and his dad with this beautiful Snook caught on a CB’s Outfitters trip out of Siesta Key.
The double trouble gang back together for a Boca Grande trip. Call CB’s Outfitters to book today!
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.
Anglers fishing with me out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action in Sarasota Bay with me recently.
Brody and his dad with this beautiful Snook caught on a CB’s Outfitters trip out of Siesta Key.
October is a great time to fish the waters in and around Sarasota, with mild temperatures, lower humidity, and fewer crowds than peak season.
The double trouble gang back together for a Boca Grande trip. Call CB’s Outfitters to book today!
The weather is ideal for fishing, though it’s still the tail end of hurricane season, so monitor the weather forecast.
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
We had a British Invasion of a different sort this past week in Sarasota.
The British are coming, the British are coming! This English gentleman booked a charter with me this past week and caught and released this beautiful Mackerel fishing Sarasota Bay with me on a trip out of CB’s Outfitters.
The weather couldn’t have been more cooperative, it was just a beautiful day to be out on the water. Cooler water, hotter fishing, is what I say. October brings snook, reds, trout, tarpon, and yes, even Spanish mackerel to Sarasota waters.
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 British are coming, the British are coming! This English gentleman booked a charter with me this past week and caught and released this beautiful Mackerel fishing Sarasota Bay with me on a trip out of CB’s Outfitters.
The weather couldn’t have been more cooperative, it was just a beautiful day to be out on the water. Cooler water, hotter fishing, is what I say. October brings snook, reds, trout, tarpon, and yes, even Spanish mackerel to Sarasota waters.
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. Kelly Stilwell’s Weekly Fishing Report
Although the temperatures don’t seem to have gone down at all, the water temperature has dropped a precious few degrees. This seems to have kicked off the fishing in Sarasota Bay considerably.
Angler Darin Hoover had a couple of great trips this week. He caught some really nice Trout, as well as big Ladyfish, good sized Jacks, and we found some good sized Spanish Mackeral. All were caught on jigs and soft plastic in Big Sarasota Bay.
Darin Hoover had a couple of great trips this week…
Darin caught some fish, and some beautiful weather.
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.
Although the temperatures don’t seem to have gone down at all, the water temperature has dropped a precious few degrees. This seems to have kicked off the fishing in Sarasota Bay considerably.
Angler Darin Hoover had a couple of great trips this week.
Angler Darin Hoover had a couple of great trips this week. He caught some really nice Trout, as well as big Ladyfish, good sized Jacks, and we found some good sized Spanish Mackeral. All were caught on jigs and soft plastic in Big Sarasota Bay.
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. Kelly Kurtz’s Weekly Fishing Report
This young man looks happy and proud.
With fall arriving the fish are starting to fall patterns. There is still plenty of baitfish around until the weather gets cooler.
Last week I fished a couple days with friends and clients. On the right tides we caught and released a dozen Snook up to 32 inches. We also caught a few Redfish and Flounder, as well as Snapper and Sea Trout, Gag Grouper and small Goliath Grouper. The fall migration of Spanish Mackerel, Kingfish and Tripletail are coming soon.
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.
With fall arriving the fish are starting to fall patterns. There is still plenty of baitfish around until the weather gets cooler.
Dave Reinhart, from MA, with 28″ red caught and released on a CAL jig with a grub while fishing shallow water in Sarasota Bay.
Last week I fished a couple days with friends and clients. On the right tides we caught and released a dozen Snook up to 32 inches. We also caught a few Redfish and Flounder, as well as Snapper and Sea Trout, Gag Grouper and small Goliath Grouper. The fall migration of Spanish Mackerel, Kingfish and Tripletail are coming soon.
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. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Abby, from Waco TX, caught these beautiful redfish.
Abby, shown here with a big smile on her face, is from Waco Texas. She caught these beautiful Redfish in Sarasota Bay while fishing with Capt Brandon and Capt Hunter while on a 4 hr trip out of CB’s Outfitters on Siesta Key, Florida.
Reds will school up during September, and you’ll find them on shallow flats when the tide is high or along the edges of flats and sand bars at low tide. They may push a wake in shallow water when they are spooked so try to avoid spooking them be getting ahead of them and working around the edges of the school.
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.
Abby, shown here with a big smile on her face, is from Waco Texas. She caught these beautiful Redfish in Sarasota Bay while fishing with Capt Brandon and Capt Hunter while on a 4 hr trip out of CB’s Outfitters on Siesta Key, Florida.
Abby, from Waco TX, caught this beautiful redfish.
Reds will school up during September, and you’ll find them on shallow flats when the tide is high or along the edges of flats and sand bars at low tide. They may push a wake in shallow water when they are spooked so try to avoid spooking them be getting ahead of them and working around the edges of the school.
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
Haley, from Pittsburgh, caught this beautiful jack.
Haley, from Pittsburgh, caught this beautiful Jack while fishing with me and Capt Hunter fishing out of CB’s Outfitters on Sarasota Bay this past week.
Jack Crevalle fishing in Sarasota varies moderately throughout the year, with the high season being May though September. Jack’s offer fast inshore action around Sarasota, they hit hard and fight like a freight train. Jack’s tend to chase bait schools close to shore, and the best places to catch them are around the passes.
August is a great time of year to be on the water.
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.
Haley, from Pittsburgh, caught this beautiful Jack while fishing with me and Capt Hunter fishing out of CB’s Outfitters on Sarasota Bay this past week.
Haley, from Pittsburgh, caught this beautiful jack.
Jack Crevalle fishing in Sarasota varies moderately throughout the year, with the high season being May though September. Jack’s offer fast inshore action around Sarasota, they hit hard and fight like a freight train. Jack’s tend to chase bait schools close to shore, and the best places to catch them are around the passes.
Late August is a great time to be on the water.
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
Roy Anderson shows off a nice size redfish he caught.
Roy Anderson shows off an upper slot size redfish he caught in Sarasota Bay on Tuesday. Other fish caught and released on the trip were trout and snook.
All of the fish on this Charter were caught on jig heads with Little John tails. We had a slight breeze on the water, which made it very comfortable in the late August temperatures. Also, the water clarity was very good even after all of our rain.
Sarasota has a lot of great fishing opportunities this time of year, and Anglers can catch a variety of fish.
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.
Roy Anderson, shown here, showing off an upper slot size redfish he caught in Sarasota Bay on Tuesday. Other fish caught and released on the trip were trout and snook.
Roy Anderson showing off a nice size redfish he caught in Sarasota Bay.
All of the fish were caught on jig heads with Little John tails. We had a slight breeze on the water, which made it very comfortable in the late August temperatures. Also, the water clarity was very good even after all of our rain.
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. Kelly Stilwell’s Weekly Fishing Report
The fishing this summer has been as good as ever in Big Sarasota Bay. Recently Jeff and Cheryl Bextan had a great day. They caught lots of trout, ladyfish, and jack crevalle on plastic jigs and topwater plugs.
Jeff Bextan had a great day on the water.
On the water with Capt. Kelly Stilwell.
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.
The fishing this summer has been as good as ever in Big Sarasota Bay. Recently Jeff and Cheryl Bextan had a great day.
Jeff Bextan had a great day.
On the water with Capt. Kelly Stilwell.
They caught lots of trout, ladyfish, and jack crevalle on plastic jigs and topwater plugs.
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. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Tyler caught this beautiful pompano while fishing the middle grounds.
Tyler, visiting from Chicago, caught this beautiful pompano while fishing the middle grounds with me this past week. It’s a great week for fishing Sarasota Bay, and pompano fishing here on the Gulf Coast is a premier winter/spring activity, with the fish migrating south to the region from November through April, peaking from late February to April.
They are highly targeted on inner coastal grass flats for their fighting ability and excellent taste. Look for water temperatures in the low 60s to mid-70s, generally appearing after cold fronts.
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.
Tyler, visiting from Chicago, caught this beautiful pompano while fishing the middle grounds with me this past week. It’s a great week for fishing Sarasota Bay, and pompano fishing here on the Gulf Coast is a premier winter/spring activity, with the fish migrating south to the region from November through April, peaking from late February to April.
Tyler caught this beautiful pompano while fishing the middle grounds.
They are highly targeted on inner coastal grass flats for their fighting ability and excellent taste. Look for water temperatures in the low 60s to mid-70s, generally appearing after cold fronts.
So what are you waiting for? Get out, get on the water, and start making memories that will last a lifetime.
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. Kelly Kurtz’s Weekly Fishing Report
Snook and Pompano were the catch of the day while fishing with Capt. Kelly Kurtz on a Charter out of CB’S Saltwater Outfitters this past week. March is an excellent month for anglers, and snook are actively gathering on the flats in search of baitfish. and with rising water temperatures, fish will need to feed more frequently as their metabolism increases.
This young man holding his Snook, couldn’t be happier.
That’s a beautiful Pompano she’s holding.
Snook are caught by anglers fishing the inshore waters in Sarasota. Those include mangrove shorelines, points, docks, oyster bars, grass flats with potholes, channels, and seawalls. Any structure that provides a bit of cover can hold snook.
Here in Sarasota Bay snook season is closed from December 1 to the end of February and from May 1 to August 31. Otherwise, you can keep one Snook between 28 and 33 inches.
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.
Snook and Pompano were the catch of the day while fishing with Capt. Kelly Kurtz on a Charter out of CB’S Saltwater Outfitters this past week. March is an excellent month for anglers, and snook are actively gathering on the flats in search of baitfish. and with rising water temperatures, fish will need to feed more frequently as their metabolism increases.
This young man, holding this Snook, couldn’t be happier.
Snook are caught by anglers fishing the inshore waters in Sarasota. Those include mangrove shorelines, points, docks, oyster bars, grass flats with potholes, channels, and seawalls. Any structure that provides a bit of cover can hold snook.
That’s a beautiful Pompano she’s holding.
Here in Sarasota Bay snook season is closed from December 1 to the end of February and from May 1 to August 31. Otherwise, you can keep one Snook between 28 and 33 inches.
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. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Ethen, from Cincinnati, Ohio, caught this beautiful keeper trout.
Young Ethen, from Cincinnati, Ohio, caught this beautiful keeper trout, after releasing two oversized ones while fishing on a CB’s Outfitters fishing charter with Capt. Brandon.
Trout fishing in Sarasota Bay is excellent this time of year as water temperatures rise, drawing fish onto shallow, sunny grass flats and into deeper, 3–5 ft water near sandy potholes.
Key strategies include fishing with live bait or jigs during early mornings, focusing on areas with tidal flow and clean water.
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.
Young Ethen, from Cincinnati, Ohio, caught this beautiful keeper trout, after releasing two oversized ones while fishing on a CB’s Outfitters fishing charter with Capt. Brandon.
Young Ethen, from Cincinnati Ohio, caught this beautiful keeper trout.
Trout fishing in Sarasota Bay is excellent this time of year as water temperatures rise, drawing fish onto shallow, sunny grass flats and into deeper, 3–5 ft water near sandy potholes.
Key strategies include fishing with live bait or jigs during early mornings, focusing on areas with tidal flow and clean water.
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
This shark appears to have met its match.
Shark season has arrived with a good number on the flats, so grab the kids and enjoy listening to line fly off the spool. Sarasota is home to a variety of shark species. Some of the most popular sharks that can be caught include Bonnethead Sharks, which are small sharks that can be found in shallow waters, such as bays, estuaries, and flats. They’re most commonly caught during the summer months.
Another species, Blacktip sharks, are typically caught in nearshore waters and around jetties. Catch and release is the recommended method of shark fishing in Sarasota. This involves safely releasing the shark back into the water after catching it. Make sure to remove the hook quickly and handle the shark carefully to avoid injuring it.
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.
Shark season has arrived with a good number on the flats, so grab your child and enjoy listening to line fly off the spool. Sarasota is home to a variety of shark species. Some of the most popular sharks that can be caught include Bonnethead Sharks, which are small sharks that can be found in shallow waters, such as bays, estuaries, and flats. They’re most commonly caught during the summer months.
This shark appears to have met its match.
Another species, Blacktip sharks, are typically caught in nearshore waters and around jetties. Catch and release is the recommended method of shark fishing in Sarasota. This involves safely releasing the shark back into the water after catching it. Make sure to remove the hook quickly and handle the shark carefully to avoid injuring it.
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. Kelly Stilwell’s Weekly Fishing Report
On the water with Capt. Kelly Stilwell.
Cool water temperatures have been keeping recent catches somewhat reduced. That being said the trout bite is picking up nicely and there are some decent sheephead being caught. I expect the fishing to greatly improve over the next couple weeks.
February fishing in Sarasota Bay is usually characterized by cooler water temps, frequent cold fronts, consequently, it’s slower, more deliberate fishing, with a focus on target species like sheepshead, trout, and redfish.
Cooler temps should be a thing of the past shortly.
He’s making memories that will last a lifetime.
Sheepshead are the premier target this time of year, and are found in large numbers around docks, bridges, and oyster bars. Speckled Trout can be found located on deep grass flats, especially on warmer days. Redfish are more often than not found in shallow water sunning themselves, or in deeper, warmer, protected water.
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.
Cool water temperatures have been keeping recent catches somewhat reduced. That being said the trout bite is picking up nicely and there are some decent sheephead being caught. I expect the fishing to greatly improve over the next couple weeks.
On the water with Capt. Kelly Stilwell.
February fishing in Sarasota Bay is usually characterized by cooler water temps, frequent cold fronts, consequently, it’s slower, more deliberate fishing, with a focus on target species like sheepshead, trout, and redfish.
Memories that will last a lifetime.
Sheepshead are the premier target this time of year, and are found in large numbers around docks, bridges, and oyster bars. Speckled Trout can be found located on deep grass flats, especially on warmer days. Redfish are more often than not found in shallow water sunning themselves, or in deeper, warmer, protected water.
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. Chuck Cress’s Weekly Fishing Report
Chad, and his son Charlie, were all smiles this week.
Chad and his son Charlie from Pennsylvania took a few days vacation on Siesta Key over the long Presidents’ Day weekend. Each year when they’re down here they try to get a fishing trip in. This year I was fortunate enough to have them on board with me.
The father son duo, managed to catch and release several different species of fish. By using live shrimp, they caught and released redfish, snook, trout, sheepshead and ladyfish. The cool weather of a couple weeks ago seemed to be gone and we are getting a lot more consistent with our catch.
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.
Chad and his son Charlie from Pennsylvania took a few days vacation on Siesta Key over the long Presidents’ Day weekend. Each year when they’re down here they try to get a fishing trip in. This year I was fortunate enough to have them on board with me.
Chad, and his son Charlie, were all smiles this week.
The father son duo, managed to catch and release several different species of fish. By using live shrimp, they caught and released redfish, snook, trout, sheepshead and ladyfish. The cool weather of a couple weeks ago seemed to be gone and we are getting a lot more consistent with our catch.
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. Chuck Cress’s Weekly Fishing Report
Capt. Chuck with a nice Trout he caught and released.
Captain Chuck was out on the waters of Sarasota Bay this past week for an afternoon of fishing, sightseeing, and a great lunch. The beautiful weather in the Sarasota area this week made for a very pleasurable excursion.
Captain Chuck was accompanied by his wife, Kathy, who who did some reading and photography while he fished. All in all it was a great day on the water and the plan is to do it again real soon.
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.
Captain Chuck was out on the waters of Sarasota Bay this past week for an afternoon of fishing, sightseeing, and a great lunch. The beautiful weather in the Sarasota area this week made for a very pleasurable excursion.
Capt. Chuck with a nice Trout he caught and released.
Captain Chuck was accompanied by his wife, Kathy, who who did some reading and photography while he fished. All in all it was a great day on the water and the plan is to do it again real soon.
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
Hank Braddock, from Colorado, caught this nice Cobia.
Hank Braddock, from Golden Colorado, caught this beautiful Cobia while fishing a half day trip out of CB’s Outfitters on Siesta Key this past week. If you’re looking for inshore Cobia fishing action, hit the sandbars around Sarasota Bay.
Migrating Cobia make a fantastic run along the beaches, creating excellent opportunities for anglers and sight fishers, and casting for Cobia is a great way to test out your light tackle skills. They are voracious feeders, swim very close to the surface this time of year, and sight casting becomes the name of the game.
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.
Hank Braddock, from Golden Colorado, caught this beautiful Cobia while fishing a half day trip out of CB’s Outfitters on Siesta Key this past week. If you’re looking for inshore Cobia fishing action, hit the sandbars around Sarasota Bay.
Hank Braddock, from Golden Colorado, caught a beautiful Cobia.
Migrating Cobia make a fantastic run along the beaches, creating excellent opportunities for anglers and sight fishers, and casting for Cobia is a great way to test out your light tackle skills. They are voracious feeders, swim very close to the surface this time of year, and sight casting becomes the name of the game.
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. Hunter Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Andrew Linton caught Snook, Redfish, Sheepshead and Trout while fishing this past week on a CB’s Outfitters Fishing Charter out of Siesta Key with myself, Capt Hunter Naeve. The weather was beautiful, as usual here on the southern Gulf Coast, and the fish were jumping, as they say.
Andrew Linton had a great time on the water.
Andrew Linton with a few of his catches for the day.
Captain Hunter delivers unforgettable fishing adventures across Sarasota Bay and Boca Grande. From chasing world-famous Tarpon in Boca Grande Pass to wrestling giant Goliath Grouper or reeling in Redfish and Snook closer to shore.
Andrew Linton caught Snook, Redfish, Sheepshead and Trout while fishing this past week on a CB’s Outfitters Fishing Charter out of Siesta Key with myself, Capt Hunter Naeve.
Andrew Linton with a few of his catches for the day.
The weather was beautiful, as usual here on the southern Gulf Coast, and the fish were jumping, as they say.
Captain Hunter delivers unforgettable fishing adventures across Sarasota Bay and Boca Grande. From chasing world-famous Tarpon in Boca Grande Pass to wrestling giant Goliath Grouper or reeling in Redfish and Snook closer to shore.
Capt. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Cameron and Lane from Newark Ohio.
Cameron and Lane, from Newark Ohio, caught these trout on Thanksgiving Day and believe it or not their last name is… you guessed it, Trout.
As you can well imagine it was a Thanksgiving Day these boys won’t soon forget. I’m just happy I was able to help make it a memorable holiday, and one they won’t soon forget.
If you’re interested in making some great memories of your own why not get in touch with the folk’s at CBs and tell them Captain Brandon Naeve sent me.
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.
Cameron and Lane, from Newark Ohio, caught these trout on Thanksgiving Day and believe it or not their last name is… you guessed it, Trout.
As you can well imagine it was a Thanksgiving Day these boys won’t soon forget. I’m just happy I was able to help make it a memorable holiday, and one they won’t soon forget.
Cameron and Lane from Newark Ohio.
If you’re interested in making some great memories of your own why not get in touch with the folk’s at CBs and tell them Captain Brandon Naeve sent me.
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
Cal James, from Rothesay, New Brunswick Canada.
Cal James and his dad, from Rothesay, New Brunswick Canada caught this beautiful mackerel while fishing this past week with Capt Brandon and Hunter on a Charter out of CB’s Outfitters.
Fishing Sarasota Bay in late November is great, with opportunities for targeting species like redfish, snook, and spotted seatrout inshore. Thanksgiving week should be very busy so book your guided fishing trips as soon as possible.
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.
Cal James and his dad, from Rothesay, New Brunswick Canada caught this beautiful mackerel while fishing this past week with Capt Brandon and Hunter on a Charter out of CB’s Outfitters.
Young Cal James, from Rothesay, New Brunswick Canada.
The fishing in Sarasota Bay in late November is excellent, with opportunities for targeting species like redfish, snook, and spotted seatrout inshore. Thanksgiving week should be very busy so book your guided fishing trips as soon as possible.
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
Nick caught this bull red that was over 30 inches long.
I had the privilege of taking out Nick, an accomplished angler and his wife Susan on a half-day charter out of CB’S Outfitters this past week. The couple is on an extended stay on Siesta Key from Lexington, Massachusetts.
Nick caught this bull red, which was over 30 inches using a quarter ounce jig head with gulp jerk shad. He and Susan both caught several nice trout. Susan was using a live shrimp under a popping cork. To end the day, Nick caught a snook, which gave the couple the inshore slam. All the fish were released safely to be caught another 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.
I had the privilege of taking out Nick, an accomplished angler and his wife Susan on a half-day charter out of CB’S Outfitters this past week. The couple is on an extended stay on Siesta Key from Lexington, Massachusetts.
Nick, from Massachusetts, caught this bull red that was over 30 inches long.
Nick caught this bull red, which was over 30 inches using a quarter ounce jig head with gulp jerk shad. He and Susan both caught several nice trout. Susan was using a live shrimp under a popping cork. To end the day, Nick caught a snook, which gave the couple the inshore slam. All the fish were released safely to be caught another 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
Anglers fishing with me out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action in Sarasota Bay with me recently. October is a great time to fish the waters in and around Sarasota, with mild temperatures, lower humidity, and fewer crowds than peak season. The weather is ideal for fishing, though it’s still the tail end of hurricane season, so monitor the weather forecast.
Brody and his dad with this beautiful Snook caught on a CB’s Outfitters trip out of Siesta Key.
The double trouble gang back together for a Boca Grande trip. Call CB’s Outfitters to book today!
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.
Anglers fishing with me out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action in Sarasota Bay with me recently.
Brody and his dad with this beautiful Snook caught on a CB’s Outfitters trip out of Siesta Key.
October is a great time to fish the waters in and around Sarasota, with mild temperatures, lower humidity, and fewer crowds than peak season.
The double trouble gang back together for a Boca Grande trip. Call CB’s Outfitters to book today!
The weather is ideal for fishing, though it’s still the tail end of hurricane season, so monitor the weather forecast.
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
We had a British Invasion of a different sort this past week in Sarasota.
The British are coming, the British are coming! This English gentleman booked a charter with me this past week and caught and released this beautiful Mackerel fishing Sarasota Bay with me on a trip out of CB’s Outfitters.
The weather couldn’t have been more cooperative, it was just a beautiful day to be out on the water. Cooler water, hotter fishing, is what I say. October brings snook, reds, trout, tarpon, and yes, even Spanish mackerel to Sarasota waters.
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 British are coming, the British are coming! This English gentleman booked a charter with me this past week and caught and released this beautiful Mackerel fishing Sarasota Bay with me on a trip out of CB’s Outfitters.
The weather couldn’t have been more cooperative, it was just a beautiful day to be out on the water. Cooler water, hotter fishing, is what I say. October brings snook, reds, trout, tarpon, and yes, even Spanish mackerel to Sarasota waters.
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. Kelly Stilwell’s Weekly Fishing Report
Although the temperatures don’t seem to have gone down at all, the water temperature has dropped a precious few degrees. This seems to have kicked off the fishing in Sarasota Bay considerably.
Angler Darin Hoover had a couple of great trips this week. He caught some really nice Trout, as well as big Ladyfish, good sized Jacks, and we found some good sized Spanish Mackeral. All were caught on jigs and soft plastic in Big Sarasota Bay.
Darin Hoover had a couple of great trips this week…
Darin caught some fish, and some beautiful weather.
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.
Although the temperatures don’t seem to have gone down at all, the water temperature has dropped a precious few degrees. This seems to have kicked off the fishing in Sarasota Bay considerably.
Angler Darin Hoover had a couple of great trips this week.
Angler Darin Hoover had a couple of great trips this week. He caught some really nice Trout, as well as big Ladyfish, good sized Jacks, and we found some good sized Spanish Mackeral. All were caught on jigs and soft plastic in Big Sarasota Bay.
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. Kelly Kurtz’s Weekly Fishing Report
This young man looks happy and proud.
With fall arriving the fish are starting to fall patterns. There is still plenty of baitfish around until the weather gets cooler.
Last week I fished a couple days with friends and clients. On the right tides we caught and released a dozen Snook up to 32 inches. We also caught a few Redfish and Flounder, as well as Snapper and Sea Trout, Gag Grouper and small Goliath Grouper. The fall migration of Spanish Mackerel, Kingfish and Tripletail are coming soon.
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.
With fall arriving the fish are starting to fall patterns. There is still plenty of baitfish around until the weather gets cooler.
Dave Reinhart, from MA, with 28″ red caught and released on a CAL jig with a grub while fishing shallow water in Sarasota Bay.
Last week I fished a couple days with friends and clients. On the right tides we caught and released a dozen Snook up to 32 inches. We also caught a few Redfish and Flounder, as well as Snapper and Sea Trout, Gag Grouper and small Goliath Grouper. The fall migration of Spanish Mackerel, Kingfish and Tripletail are coming soon.
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. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Abby, from Waco TX, caught these beautiful redfish.
Abby, shown here with a big smile on her face, is from Waco Texas. She caught these beautiful Redfish in Sarasota Bay while fishing with Capt Brandon and Capt Hunter while on a 4 hr trip out of CB’s Outfitters on Siesta Key, Florida.
Reds will school up during September, and you’ll find them on shallow flats when the tide is high or along the edges of flats and sand bars at low tide. They may push a wake in shallow water when they are spooked so try to avoid spooking them be getting ahead of them and working around the edges of the school.
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.
Abby, shown here with a big smile on her face, is from Waco Texas. She caught these beautiful Redfish in Sarasota Bay while fishing with Capt Brandon and Capt Hunter while on a 4 hr trip out of CB’s Outfitters on Siesta Key, Florida.
Abby, from Waco TX, caught this beautiful redfish.
Reds will school up during September, and you’ll find them on shallow flats when the tide is high or along the edges of flats and sand bars at low tide. They may push a wake in shallow water when they are spooked so try to avoid spooking them be getting ahead of them and working around the edges of the school.
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
Haley, from Pittsburgh, caught this beautiful jack.
Haley, from Pittsburgh, caught this beautiful Jack while fishing with me and Capt Hunter fishing out of CB’s Outfitters on Sarasota Bay this past week.
Jack Crevalle fishing in Sarasota varies moderately throughout the year, with the high season being May though September. Jack’s offer fast inshore action around Sarasota, they hit hard and fight like a freight train. Jack’s tend to chase bait schools close to shore, and the best places to catch them are around the passes.
August is a great time of year to be on the water.
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.
Haley, from Pittsburgh, caught this beautiful Jack while fishing with me and Capt Hunter fishing out of CB’s Outfitters on Sarasota Bay this past week.
Haley, from Pittsburgh, caught this beautiful jack.
Jack Crevalle fishing in Sarasota varies moderately throughout the year, with the high season being May though September. Jack’s offer fast inshore action around Sarasota, they hit hard and fight like a freight train. Jack’s tend to chase bait schools close to shore, and the best places to catch them are around the passes.
Late August is a great time to be on the water.
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
Roy Anderson shows off a nice size redfish he caught.
Roy Anderson shows off an upper slot size redfish he caught in Sarasota Bay on Tuesday. Other fish caught and released on the trip were trout and snook.
All of the fish on this Charter were caught on jig heads with Little John tails. We had a slight breeze on the water, which made it very comfortable in the late August temperatures. Also, the water clarity was very good even after all of our rain.
Sarasota has a lot of great fishing opportunities this time of year, and Anglers can catch a variety of fish.
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.
Roy Anderson, shown here, showing off an upper slot size redfish he caught in Sarasota Bay on Tuesday. Other fish caught and released on the trip were trout and snook.
Roy Anderson showing off a nice size redfish he caught in Sarasota Bay.
All of the fish were caught on jig heads with Little John tails. We had a slight breeze on the water, which made it very comfortable in the late August temperatures. Also, the water clarity was very good even after all of our rain.
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. Kelly Stilwell’s Weekly Fishing Report
The fishing this summer has been as good as ever in Big Sarasota Bay. Recently Jeff and Cheryl Bextan had a great day. They caught lots of trout, ladyfish, and jack crevalle on plastic jigs and topwater plugs.
Jeff Bextan had a great day on the water.
On the water with Capt. Kelly Stilwell.
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.
The fishing this summer has been as good as ever in Big Sarasota Bay. Recently Jeff and Cheryl Bextan had a great day.
Jeff Bextan had a great day.
On the water with Capt. Kelly Stilwell.
They caught lots of trout, ladyfish, and jack crevalle on plastic jigs and topwater plugs.
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.