Capt. Rick Grassett’s Mars Bay Bonefish Lodge, South Andros, Bahamas Fishing Report, for Nov. 2022
Mars Bay in the Bahamas as seen from the plane.
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, Mike Perez and Ed Hurst, from Sarasota, Kirk Grassett, from Middletown, DE, Rick Happle from St. Pete and I drove from Sarasota to Ft. Lauderdale Executive airport.
We met up with other group members John and DJ, from NY, and Tracy and Cullen Baker, from NC and traveled to Congotown, South Andros on Makers Air. Conditions were good most of the time, with good sunlight and not a lot of wind. 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, and there were numerous bonefish in the 4 to 6-pound class and several 8 to 9-pound fish caught and released. Top producing flies during the week were Peterson’s Spawning Shrimp, Mars Bay Special, Ververka’s Mantis Shrimp, Gotchas and Gotcha variations. A great trip to a great lodge!
Ed Hurst, from Sarasota was having a great time.
Rick Happle from St. Pete was lovin’ every minute of it.
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.
Capt. Rick Grassett’s brother Kirk Grassett, from DE.
The Captain loves this annual trip to the Bahamas.
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 on earth! 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.
Back home in Sarasota, deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay have been producing trout, blues, Spanish mackerel and pompano on Clouser flies and CAL jigs with shad tails. Tripletail have also been a good option depending on conditions.
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, Mike Perez and Ed Hurst, from Sarasota, Kirk Grassett, from Middletown, DE, Rick Happle from St. Pete and I drove from Sarasota to Ft. Lauderdale Executive airport.
We met up with other group members John and DJ, from NY, and Tracy and Cullen Baker, from NC and traveled to Congotown, South Andros on Makers Air. Conditions were good most of the time, with good sunlight and not a lot of wind. 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, and there were numerous bonefish in the 4 to 6-pound class and several 8 to 9-pound fish caught and released. Top producing flies during the week were Peterson’s Spawning Shrimp, Mars Bay Special, Ververka’s Mantis Shrimp, Gotchas and Gotcha variations. A great trip to a great lodge!
Rick Happle from St. Pete was lovin’ every minute of it.
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.
Ed Hurst, from Sarasota was having a great time.
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 on earth! 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.
Back home in Sarasota, deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay have been producing trout, blues, Spanish mackerel and pompano on Clouser flies and CAL jigs with shad tails. Tripletail have also been a good option depending on conditions.
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 Weekly Fishing Report
Kirk Grassett with a Spanish mackerel caught and released on a CAL jig with a shad tail fishing the Bay.
Anglers fishing Sarasota Bay with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action catching and releasing trout, pompano, blues and Spanish mackerel recently. Fly anglers fished deep grass flats with sink tip fly lines and weighted flies while spin fishing anglers fished CAL jigs with a variety of tails.
A couple of my brothers, Joey Grassett from Seaford, DE and Kirk Grassett, from Middletown, DE, visited for a few days and had great catch and release action with a variety of species on flies and CAL jigs.
Al Hirsch and Fred Bargar, from Sarasota, also fished Sarasota Bay with me and had good action with trout and blues on flies. Massimo and Tatiana Giardina, from Switzerland, also had good action with trout, blues and pompano on flies and CAL jigs with shad tails.
Massimo Giardina, from Switzerland, with a pompano caught fishing Sarasota Bay with Capt. Rick Grassett.
Tatiana Giardina, also from Switzerland, with a bluefish on a CAL jig with a shad tail fishing Sarasota Bay.
I will be the instructor and there are still a few spots left for CB’s Saltwater Outfitters Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing school on Sat, Nov 12, 2022. The course, designed for beginning and intermediate fly casters, will focus on basic fly casting principles, improving casting skills and correcting faults. The class will also cover saltwater fly fishing techniques, leader construction and fly selection.
Cost for the class, which will run from 8:30 AM to 2 PM, is $225 per person and includes the use of Orvis fly tackle, workbook and lunch. Optional instructional guided fly fishing trips are also available for an additional fee. Contact CB’s Saltwater Outfitters at (941) 349-4400 to sign up.
Joey Grassett, from Seaford, DE, with a pompano on a CAL jig with a shad tail.
Kirk Grassett with a blue caught and released on a fly, fishing Sarasota Bay.
Fish the coastal gulf for tripletail, Spanish mackerel and false albacore (little tunny) when conditions are good. Deep grass flats are usually a good option for action with trout, blues, pompano, Spanish mackerel and more. Look for reds in skinny water. Snook fishing around dock lights and bridges should also be a good option now.
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 Sarasota Bay with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action catching and releasing trout, pompano, blues and Spanish mackerel recently. Fly anglers fished deep grass flats with sink tip fly lines and weighted flies while spin fishing anglers fished CAL jigs with a variety of tails.
A couple of my brothers, Joey Grassett from Seaford, DE and Kirk Grassett, from Middletown, DE, visited for a few days and had great catch and release action with a variety of species on flies and CAL jigs.
Joey Grassett, from Seaford, DE, with a pompano on a CAL jig with a shad tail.
Al Hirsch and Fred Bargar, from Sarasota, also fished Sarasota Bay with me and had good action with trout and blues on flies. Massimo and Tatiana Giardina, from Switzerland, also had good action with trout, blues and pompano on flies and CAL jigs with shad tails.
Kirk Grassett with a blue caught and released on a fly, fishing Sarasota Bay.
Fish the coastal gulf for tripletail, Spanish mackerel and false albacore (little tunny) when conditions are good. Deep grass flats are usually a good option for action with trout, blues, pompano, Spanish mackerel and more. Look for reds in skinny water. Snook fishing around dock lights and bridges should also be a good option now.
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. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Kristina Keenan fishing Sarasota Bay with Capt. Naeve.
Kristina Keenan, from Zurich, Switzerland, caught this beautiful juvenile Tarpon on the last cast of the day this past week fishing with me. The fishing has been on fire since the hurricane basically because the fish weren’t able to eat during the storm.
Grab a friend or a child you’d like to spend some quality time with and get out on the water. CB’s Saltwater Outfitters will be happy to set you up with whatever you’ll need to make that special time happen.
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.
Kristina Keenan, from Zurich, Switzerland, caught this beautiful juvenile Tarpon on the last cast of the day this past week fishing with me. The fishing has been on fire since the hurricane basically because the fish weren’t able to eat during the storm.
Kristina Keenan on Sarasota Bay with Capt. Naeve.
Grab a friend or a child you’d like to spend some quality time with and get out on the water. CB’s Saltwater Outfitters will be happy to set you up with whatever you’ll need to make that special time happen.
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
Bob with the Snook in his hands, and his friend John, both from PA, fished Sarasota Bay this past week.
I fished two days this week on Sarasota Bay with John, who’s a regular customer of mine, and his friend Bob, both from Pennsylvania. Numerous trout were caught using DOA shrimp under a cork and or live shrimp under a cork. Using quarter ounce jig head and gulp also produced a number of fish.
Pictured is Bob holding a trophy snook that he successfully landed and released using the DOA shrimp. He had quite a battle as the wiley fish kept trying to escape the hook by going under the boat and around the motor.
To be honest I felt lucky that we were able to land it. John also landed a trophy size snook throwing a Topwater lure over shallow potholes on the flats. Weather and water are beautiful at this time of year and a pleasure to be out fishing.
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 fished two days this week on Sarasota Bay with John, who’s a regular customer of mine, and his friend Bob, both from Pennsylvania. Numerous trout were caught using DOA shrimp under a cork and or live shrimp under a cork. Using quarter ounce jig head and gulp also produced a number of fish.
Bob with the Snook in his hands, and his friend John, both from PA, fished Sarasota Bay this past week.
Pictured is Bob holding a trophy snook that he successfully landed and released using the DOA shrimp. He had quite a battle as the wiley fish kept trying to escape the hook by going under the boat and around the motor.
To be honest I felt lucky that we were able to land it. John also landed a trophy size snook throwing a Topwater lure over shallow potholes on the flats. Weather and water are beautiful at this time of year and a pleasure to be out fishing.
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
Fishing Sarasota Bay with Capt. Kelly Stilwell.
Wow the fishing has really kicked of over the last week. Maybe one of the few good things left from hurricane Ian has been cooler water temperatures.
The spotted seatrout have been biting about as good as I can remember. Most of them are in the 12 to 14 inch range, and keepers are pretty easy to come by as well. Spanish mackerel are showing up and I would expect the kings to be here soon also. There have also been some huge ladyfish, an occasional pompano, and bluefish on the grass flats and in the passes.
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.
Wow the fishing has really kicked of over the last week. Maybe one of the few good things left from hurricane Ian has been cooler water temperatures.
Fishing Sarasota Bay with Capt. Kelly Stilwell.
The spotted seatrout have been biting about as good as I can remember . Most of them are in the 12 to 14 inch range but keepers are pretty easy to come by as well. Spanish mackerel are showing up and I would expect the kings to be here soon also. There have also been some huge ladyfish, an occasional pompano, and bluefish on the grass flats and in the passes.
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
Pat Beckwith had good action catching and releasing trout on flies in Sarasota Bay with Capt. Grassett.
Fortunately the Sarasota area fared well during Hurricane Ian compared to areas to our south. Others suffered catastrophic damages that may take years to recover from. Although there is still a large amount of runoff, Sarasota Bay is recovering nicely.
Fly anglers fishing Sarasota Bay with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action catching and releasing snook, trout and several other species recently. Pat Beckwith, from Sarasota, fished deep grass flats with sink tip fly lines and weighted flies on a couple of trips.
In addition to numerous trout, she also caught and released Spanish mackerel. Andrew Terry, from Longboat Key, caught and released a huge jack on a fly with an 8-wt on another trip.
Dave Smid had good action catching and releasing snook on flies fishing before dawn in Sarasota Bay.
Andrew Terry with a 14-lb jack crevalle caught and released on a fly while fishing Sarasota Bay recently.
After a 30-minute battle and dodging numerous obstructions, he brought the 14-lb fish to the boat. Great job! Dave Smid, from Springfield, MO, fished dock lights before dawn in Sarasota Bay with me and had good action catching and releasing numerous snook on flies. He also fished deep grass flats with Clouser flies on sink tip fly lines and had good action with trout.
Snook fishing around dock lights and bridges should be a good option now. You may also find juvenile tarpon in canals and creeks and in a few places mixed with snook around dock lights. Look for reds in skinny water. Fishing deep grass flats for a variety of species is also usually a good option for action.
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.
Fortunately the Sarasota area fared well during Hurricane Ian compared to areas to our south. Others suffered catastrophic damages that may take years to recover from. Although there is still a large amount of runoff, Sarasota Bay is recovering nicely.
Pat Beckwith had good action catching and releasing trout on flies in Sarasota Bay..
Pat Beckwith, from Sarasota, fished deep grass flats with sink tip fly lines and weighted flies on a couple of trips with me and in addition to numerous trout, she also caught and released Spanish mackerel. Andrew Terry, from Longboat Key, caught and released a huge jack on a fly with an 8-wt on another trip. After a 30-minute battle and dodging numerous obstructions, he brought the 14-lb fish to the boat. Great job!
Dave Smid, from Springfield, MO, fished dock lights before dawn in Sarasota Bay with me and had good action catching and releasing numerous snook on flies. He also fished deep grass flats with Clouser flies on sink tip fly lines and had good action with trout.
Andrew Terry with a 14-lb jack crevalle caught and released on a fly while fishing Sarasota Bay.
Snook fishing around dock lights and bridges should be a good option now. You may also find juvenile tarpon in canals and creeks and in a few places mixed with snook around dock lights. Look for reds in skinny water. Fishing deep grass flats for a variety of species is also usually a good option for action.
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. Chuck Cress’s Weekly Fishing Report
Jerry caught and released this beautiful looking Red.
Jerry, a central Florida angler, decided to get on the water after hurricane Ian to see what it looked like. I told him I had been on the water earlier in the week and all looked good to go.
Jerry loves to fish Topwater lures and spoons and he was not disappointed with the results of his efforts. He hooked and landed several snook, redfish, and trout. All were released safely back into the water to be caught another day.
Needless to say other parts of our state were devastated with the hurricane however our area did not suffer the great destruction. If and when you’re ready to try your luck in Sarasota Bay it’s safe to get out and the water looks good.
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.
Jerry, a central Florida angler, decided to get on the water after hurricane Ian to see what it looked like. I told him I had been on the water earlier in the week and all looked good to go.
Jerry, from central Florida, caught this nice looking Red.
Jerry loves to fish Topwater lures and spoons and he was not disappointed with the results of his efforts. He hooked and landed several snook, redfish, and trout. All were released safely back into the water to be caught another day.
Needless to say other parts of our state were devastated with the hurricane however our area did not suffer the great destruction. If and when you’re ready to try your luck in Sarasota Bay it’s safe to get out and the water looks good.
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
Jeff Lasoski with a Tripletail caught and released on a fly while fishing with Capt. Rick Grassett.
Fly anglers fishing Sarasota Bay with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action catching and releasing trout and a variety of other species recently.
Pat Beckwith from Sarasota, and Lyle Beckwith from VA, fished deep grass flats with sink tip fly lines and weighted flies with me and in addition to numerous trout. They also caught and released mangrove snapper, Spanish mackerel and a sharpnose shark. Jeff Lasoski, from WI, also had good action catching and releasing trout and a tripletail on flies on another trip.
Lyle Beckwith with a Sharpnose shark he caught and released on flies while fishing Sarasota Bay.
Pat Beckwith with a Spanish mackerel caught and released on flies while fishing Sarasota Bay.
Snook fishing around dock lights and bridges should be a good option now. You may also find juvenile tarpon in canals and creeks and in a few places mixed with snook around dock lights. Look for reds in skinny water. Fishing deep grass flats for a variety of species is also usually a good option for action.
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.
Fly anglers fishing Sarasota Bay with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action catching and releasing trout and a variety of other species recently
Pat Beckwith from Sarasota, and Lyle Beckwith from VA, fished deep grass flats with sink tip fly lines and weighted flies with me and in addition to numerous trout, they also caught and released mangrove snapper, Spanish mackerel and a sharpnose shark.
Jeff Lasoski with a Tripletail caught and released on a fly while fishing with Capt. Rick Grassett.
Jeff Lasoski, from WI, also had good action catching and releasing trout and a tripletail on flies on another trip.
Snook fishing around dock lights and bridges should be a good option now. You may also find juvenile tarpon in canals and creeks and in a few places mixed with snook around dock lights. Look for reds in skinny water. Fishing deep grass flats for a variety of species is also usually a good option for action.
Jeff Lasoski with a Tripletail caught and released on a fly while fishing with Capt. Rick Grassett.
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
Lauren and Shane with a Tripletale they reeled in.
Lauren and Shane from Columbus Ohio caught this cute Tripletale while fishing aboard my boat in Sarasota Bay this past week.
It just so happened to be Shane’s birthday too which made their catch and release of the Tripletail just a little more memorable.
Throw in the sunny skies and the warm blue waters of Sarasota Bay and you pretty much got it going.
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.
Lauren and Shane from Columbus Ohio caught this cute Tripletale while fishing aboard my boat in Sarasota Bay this past week.
Lauren and Shane caught this cute Tripletale.
It just so happened to be Shane’s birthday too which made their catch and release of the Tripletail just a little more memorable.
Throw in the sunny skies and the warm blue waters of Sarasota Bay and you pretty much got it going. All in all it was a great day on the water… you can’t ask for more than that!
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
Sam took his grandma fishing with Capt. Naeve.
Sam took his grandma fishing and she caught him this beautiful sea trout for dinner! He heads home to Milwaukee today but not before creating memories to last a lifetime.
I wanted to take a moment to wish everyone a safe and happy Labor Day Weekend and remember that unlike up north summer is a long ways from over yet here in Sarasota FL. So if you’re headed down this way try making some time to spend on the water fishing, believe me you won’t regret 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.
Sam took his grandma fishing and she caught him this beautiful sea trout for dinner! He heads home to Milwaukee today but not before creating memories to last a lifetime.
Sam took his grandma fishing and she caught him this beautiful sea trout for dinner.
I wanted to take a moment to wish everyone a safe and happy Labor Day Weekend and remember that unlike up north summer is a long ways from over yet here in Sarasota FL. So if you’re headed down this way try making some time to spend on the water fishing, believe me you won’t regret 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. Rick Grassett’s Montana Fly Fishing Trip Report
Capt. Rick Grassett with a nice Beaverhead River brown trout aught and released while fly fishing with King Outfitters out of Dillon, MT recently.
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 met up with Kirk Grassett, from DE 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.
We met up there with Mike Perez and Dennis Kinley, who drove and met us at the lodge. Despite some fishing restrictions due to heat and low water, we caught and released some quality trout.
We fished the Beaverhead, Big Hole and Jefferson Rivers with guide Dave King, owner of King Outfitters (406) 596-0209 in Dillon, and his talented group of guides. I’ve fished with Dave for more than 20-years, his guides do a great job and know their fishery well.
Dennis Kinley, from IN, with a nice Beaverhead River rainbow caught and released while fly fishing with King Outfitters out of Dillon, MT recently.
Kirk Grassett, from Middletown, DE, with a big Montana rainbow caught and released while fly fishing with King Outfitters out of Dillon, MT recently.
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 met up with Kirk Grassett, from DE 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.
We met up there with Mike Perez and Dennis Kinley, who drove and met us at the lodge. Despite some fishing restrictions due to heat and low water, we caught and released some quality trout.
We fished the Beaverhead, Big Hole and Jefferson Rivers with guide Dave King, owner of King Outfitters (406) 596-0209 in Dillon, and his talented group of guides. I’ve fished with Dave for more than 20-years, his guides do a great job and know their fishery well.
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 met up with Kirk Grassett, from DE 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.
We met up there with Mike Perez and Dennis Kinley, who drove and met us at the lodge. Despite some fishing restrictions due to heat and low water, we caught and released some quality trout.
We fished the Beaverhead, Big Hole and Jefferson Rivers with guide Dave King, owner of King Outfitters (406) 596-0209 in Dillon, and his talented group of guides. I’ve fished with Dave for more than 20-years, his guides do a great job and know their fishery well.
Capt. Rick Grassett with a nice Beaverhead River brown trout aught and released while fly fishing with King Outfitters out of Dillon, MT recently.
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 met up with Kirk Grassett, from DE 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.
We met up there with Mike Perez and Dennis Kinley, who drove and met us at the lodge. Despite some fishing restrictions due to heat and low water, we caught and released some quality trout.
We fished the Beaverhead, Big Hole and Jefferson Rivers with guide Dave King, owner of King Outfitters (406) 596-0209 in Dillon, and his talented group of guides. I’ve fished with Dave for more than 20-years, his guides do a great job and know their fishery well.
Kirk Grassett, from Middletown, DE, with a big Montana rainbow caught and released while fly fishing with King Outfitters out of Dillon, MT recently.
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
Liam Grey and Olivia Biterman of West Palm Beach caught many beautiful mangrove, snapper, and spotted sea trout while on a half day guided fishing trip with me out of CB’s Outfitters this past week.
Liam Grey on the water with Capt. Naeve.
Young Olivia Biterman looks pretty excited.
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.
Liam Grey and Olivia Biterman of West Palm Beach caught many beautiful mangrove, snapper, and spotted sea trout while on a half day guided fishing trip with me out of CB’s Outfitters this past week.
Liam Grey on the water with Capt. Naeve.
Young Olivia Biterman from West Palm Beach.
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
Axel and Marley from Virginia caught these beautiful trout while on a half day charter with me out of CB’s Outfitters this past week. The weather was beautiful and these kids had the time of their lives on their fishing adventure.
Marley is all smiles on the water with Capt. Naeve.
Axel having some fun with Capt. Brandon Naeve.
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.
Axel and Marley from Virginia caught these beautiful trout while on a half day charter with me out of CB’s Outfitters this past week.
On the water with Capt. Brandon Naeve.
Marley is all smiles on the water with Capt. Naeve.
The weather was beautiful and these kids had the time of their lives on their fishing adventure.
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
Dennis Ondercin and Capt. Rick Grassett with a cobia they caught and released.
Anglers fishing with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action catching and releasing tarpon in the coastal gulf recently. A couple of Sarasota Bay trips also produced a few trout and bluefish on Clouser flies.
Fly anglers had good action with tarpon, hooking and jumping several. Clark Keator, from Orlando, fly fished with me, jumping 2 tarpon and fighting one to the boat.
Mike Storey, from Bradenton, also had some tarpon action, jumping one on a fly. Dennis, Cliff and Mason Ondercin, from Sarasota, also tarpon fished a couple of days with me. They had good action, jumping several tarpon and fighting one to the boat on live crabs with spinning tackle.
They also caught and released a bonus cobia that was sight-fished off the back of a spotted eagle ray with a DOA Shrimp! A great job, not bad for by-catch!
Bill Morrison with a Sarasota Bay bluefish caught on a Clouser fly while fishing with Capt. Rick Grassett.
Dennis Ondercin from Sarasota, fights a tarpon to the boat while fishing the coastal gulf.
Tarpon fishing should be a good option in the coastal gulf depending on conditions. Look for snook in the surf and reds and larger trout in shallow water. Fishing deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay is a usually a good choice for action with a variety of species including trout, pompano, blues and more.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by industrial, agricultural and residential runoff, toxic spills and discharges, 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 good action catching and releasing tarpon in the coastal gulf recently. A couple of Sarasota Bay trips also produced a few trout and bluefish on Clouser flies.
Bill Morrison with a Sarasota Bay bluefish caught on a Clouser fly.
Fly anglers had good action with tarpon, hooking and jumping several. Clark Keator, from Orlando, fly fished with me, jumping 2 tarpon and fighting one to the boat. Mike Storey, from Bradenton, also had some tarpon action, jumping one on a fly.
Dennis, Cliff and Mason Ondercin, from Sarasota, also tarpon fished a couple of days with me. They had good action, jumping several tarpon and fighting one to the boat on live crabs with spinning tackle. They also caught and released a bonus cobia that was sight-fished off the back of a spotted eagle ray with a DOA Shrimp! A great job, not bad for by-catch!
Dennis Ondercin and Capt. Rick Grassett with a cobia they caught and released.
Tarpon fishing should be a good option in the coastal gulf depending on conditions. Look for snook in the surf and reds and larger trout in shallow water. Fishing deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay is a usually a good choice for action with a variety of species including trout, pompano, blues and more.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by industrial, agricultural and residential runoff, toxic spills and discharges, 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
Malory caught this beautiful trout fishing with Capt. Naeve out of CB’s Outfitters this past week.
Water temperatures continue to rise as air temps also are continuing generally to rise faster than we normally expected. Enthusiasm with catching fish with kids is at a all time high.
So go ahead and grab the kids and start creating family memories that’ll last a lifetime by booking a fishing charter on the water at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters and you’ll put a great big smile on everyone’s faces.
Who knows, maybe someday they’ll return the favor and take you out for a day of fishing.
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.
Water temperatures continue to rise as air temps also are continuing generally to rise faster than we normally expected. Enthusiasm with catching fish with kids is at a all time high.
Malory caught this beautiful trout while fishing with Capt. Naeve.
So go ahead and grab the kids and start creating family memories that’ll last a lifetime by booking a fishing charter on the water at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters and you’ll put a great big smile on everyone’s faces.
Who knows, maybe someday they’ll return the favor and take you out for a day on the water fishing.
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
Dan Reinhart battles a tarpon caught and released while fishing the coastal gulf with Capt. Rick Grassett.
Anglers fishing with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action catching and releasing tarpon in the coastal gulf recently.
Sea conditions were tough but fish were hungry when Dave Reinhart, from Pittsfield, MA and Dan Reinhart, from VT, fished a couple of days with me.
Despite the tough conditions they jumped multiple tarpon and caught and released 3, including Dan’s first tarpon, he did a great job. Tarpon fishing should be a good option in the coastal gulf depending on conditions in June.
Dan Reinhart continues the battle with the tarpon he caught and released fishing the coastal gulf with Capt. Rick Grassett.
Finally the tarpon is brought in to the side of the boat for a proper measurement before it is released.
Look for snook in the surf and reds and larger trout in shallow water. Fishing deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay is a usually a good choice for action with a variety of species including trout, pompano, blues and more.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by industrial, agricultural and residential runoff, toxic spills and discharges, 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 good action catching and releasing tarpon in the coastal gulf recently.
Sea conditions were tough but fish were hungry when Dave Reinhart, from Pittsfield, MA and Dan Reinhart, from VT, fished a couple of days with me. Despite the tough conditions they jumped multiple tarpon and caught and released 3, including Dan’s first tarpon. Great job!
Finally the tarpon is brought in to the side of the boat for a proper measurement before it is released.
Tarpon fishing should be a good option in the coastal gulf depending on conditions. Look for snook in the surf and reds and larger trout in shallow water. Fishing deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay is a usually a good choice for action with a variety of species including trout, pompano, blues and more.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by industrial, agricultural and residential runoff, toxic spills and discharges, 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
Texas angler catches his largest Redfish ever!
This Texas angler caught his largest Redfish ever in Sarasota Bay. Denny, and his aunt Leona, spent the morning with me chasing trout, redfish, and snook.
Denny who is from Houston said he has fished Texas and Louisiana for redfish but to his surprise he landed and released his largest ever Redfish in Sarasota Bay.
Beautiful skies calm wind and clear water made for a wonderful morning of fishing. The Out-of-state visitors caught and released several trout and redfish.
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 Texas angler caught his largest Redfish ever in Sarasota Florida. Denny, and his aunt Leona, spent the morning with me chasing trout redfish and snook.
This Texas angler caught his largest Redfish ever and it happened in Sarasota Florida.
Denny who is from Houston said he has fished Texas and Louisiana for redfish but to his surprise he landed and released his largest ever Redfish in Sarasota Bay.
Beautiful skies calm wind and clear water made for a wonderful morning of fishing. The Out-of-state visitors caught and released several trout and redfish.
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
Lauren from Atlanta caught this beautiful redfish and some nice mangrove snapper while fishing this week.
Water temperatures are rising, and the day’s have been more beautiful then we normally expect, and enthusiasm with catching fish is at a all time high.
So what are you waiting for, go ahead and grab the kids and start creating family memories that’ll last a lifetime by booking a fishing charter on the water at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters and you’ll put a great big smile on everyone’s faces.
And who knows, maybe someday they’ll return the favor and take you fishing too.
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.
Water temperatures are rising, and the day’s have been more beautiful then we normally expect, and enthusiasm with catching fish is at a all time high.
Lauren from Atlanta caught this beautiful redfish and some nice mangrove snapper while fishing a 1/2 day trip out of CB’s outfitters!
Water temperatures are rising, and the day’s have been more beautiful then we normally expect, and enthusiasm with catching fish is at a all time high.
So what are you waiting for, go ahead and grab the kids and start creating family memories that’ll last a lifetime by booking a fishing charter on the water at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters and you’ll put a great big smile on everyone’s faces.
And who knows, maybe someday they’ll return the favor and take you fishing too.
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
John, from Pennsylvania, with a nice looking Redfish he caught and released while fishing Sarasota Bay.
John, who has gone out with me several times, is from Pennsylvania. He enjoys being on the water, spotting all of the wildlife, fishing and smoking an occasional cigar.
We did an all day trip in Sarasota Bay looking for whatever might want to be caught. We were fortunate to find an area that was holding some nice snook, redfish, and trout that were eager to attack our Lures. We caught and released several redfish and snook. John is an excellent fisherman and and great conversationalist and look forward to his next trip to Sarasota.
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.
John, who has gone out with me several times, is from Pennsylvania. He enjoys being on the water, spotting all of the wildlife, fishing and smoking an occasional cigar.
John, from Pennsylvania, with a nice looking Redfish.
We did an all day trip in Sarasota Bay looking for whatever might want to be caught. We were fortunate to find an area that was holding some nice snook, redfish, and trout that were eager to attack our Lures.
We caught and released several redfish and snook. John is an excellent fisherman and and great conversationalist and look forward to his next trip to Sarasota.
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
Dan Reinhart had good action with snook and redfish on CAL jigs with grubs fishing Gasparilla Sound.
Anglers fishing with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action catching and releasing numerous snook in Gasparilla Sound and trout in Sarasota Bay on DOA Lures recently.
Fly anglers also scored with trout on Clouser flies on deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay and Little Sarasota Bay.
Dan Reinhart fished backcountry areas of Gasparilla Sound with me recently and had good action catching and releasing numerous snook, trout and a couple of reds on CAL jigs with grub and shad tails.
Joey Grasset with a Sarasota Bay trout caught and released on a CAL jig with a shad tail.
Dave Reinhart, Dan’s Dad from Pittsfield, MA, had good action with snook and redfish on CAL jigs with grubs.
My brother, Joey Grassett, from Seaford, DE, fished Sarasota and Little Sarasota Bay with me for a few days and had some action with trout on CAL jigs. Pat Beckwith, from Sarasota, and Lyle Beckwith, from VA, also had some trout action on Clouser flies in Little Sarasota Bay.
Look for reds, snook and larger trout in shallow water. Fishing deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay is a usually a good choice for action with a variety of species including trout, pompano, Spanish mackerel and more.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by industrial, agricultural and residential runoff, toxic spills and discharges, 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 good action catching and releasing numerous snook in Gasparilla Sound and trout in Sarasota Bay on DOA Lures recently.
Dan Reinhart had good action with snook and redfish on CAL jigs with grubs fishing Gasparilla Sound with Capt. Rick Grassett.
Fly anglers also scored with trout on Clouser flies on deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay and Little Sarasota Bay.
Dan Reinhart fished backcountry areas of Gasparilla Sound with me recently and had good action catching and releasing numerous snook, trout and a couple of reds on CAL jigs with grub and shad tails.
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!
ave Reinhart, from Pittsfield, MA had good action with snook and redfish on CAL jigs with grubs fishing Gasparilla Sound with Capt. Rick Grassett recently.
My brother, Joey Grassett, from Seaford, DE, fished Sarasota and Little Sarasota Bay with me for a few days and had some action with trout on CAL jigs. Pat Beckwith, from Sarasota, and Lyle Beckwith, from VA, also had some trout action on Clouser flies in Little Sarasota Bay.
Look for reds, snook and larger trout in shallow water. Fishing deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay is a usually a good choice for action with a variety of species including trout, pompano, Spanish mackerel and more.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by industrial, agricultural and residential runoff, toxic spills and discharges, 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 Mars Bay Bonefish Lodge, South Andros, Bahamas Fishing Report, for Nov. 2022
Mars Bay in the Bahamas as seen from the plane.
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, Mike Perez and Ed Hurst, from Sarasota, Kirk Grassett, from Middletown, DE, Rick Happle from St. Pete and I drove from Sarasota to Ft. Lauderdale Executive airport.
We met up with other group members John and DJ, from NY, and Tracy and Cullen Baker, from NC and traveled to Congotown, South Andros on Makers Air. Conditions were good most of the time, with good sunlight and not a lot of wind. 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, and there were numerous bonefish in the 4 to 6-pound class and several 8 to 9-pound fish caught and released. Top producing flies during the week were Peterson’s Spawning Shrimp, Mars Bay Special, Ververka’s Mantis Shrimp, Gotchas and Gotcha variations. A great trip to a great lodge!
Ed Hurst, from Sarasota was having a great time.
Rick Happle from St. Pete was lovin’ every minute of it.
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.
Capt. Rick Grassett’s brother Kirk Grassett, from DE.
The Captain loves this annual trip to the Bahamas.
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 on earth! 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.
Back home in Sarasota, deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay have been producing trout, blues, Spanish mackerel and pompano on Clouser flies and CAL jigs with shad tails. Tripletail have also been a good option depending on conditions.
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, Mike Perez and Ed Hurst, from Sarasota, Kirk Grassett, from Middletown, DE, Rick Happle from St. Pete and I drove from Sarasota to Ft. Lauderdale Executive airport.
We met up with other group members John and DJ, from NY, and Tracy and Cullen Baker, from NC and traveled to Congotown, South Andros on Makers Air. Conditions were good most of the time, with good sunlight and not a lot of wind. 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, and there were numerous bonefish in the 4 to 6-pound class and several 8 to 9-pound fish caught and released. Top producing flies during the week were Peterson’s Spawning Shrimp, Mars Bay Special, Ververka’s Mantis Shrimp, Gotchas and Gotcha variations. A great trip to a great lodge!
Rick Happle from St. Pete was lovin’ every minute of it.
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.
Ed Hurst, from Sarasota was having a great time.
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 on earth! 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.
Back home in Sarasota, deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay have been producing trout, blues, Spanish mackerel and pompano on Clouser flies and CAL jigs with shad tails. Tripletail have also been a good option depending on conditions.
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 Weekly Fishing Report
Kirk Grassett with a Spanish mackerel caught and released on a CAL jig with a shad tail fishing the Bay.
Anglers fishing Sarasota Bay with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action catching and releasing trout, pompano, blues and Spanish mackerel recently. Fly anglers fished deep grass flats with sink tip fly lines and weighted flies while spin fishing anglers fished CAL jigs with a variety of tails.
A couple of my brothers, Joey Grassett from Seaford, DE and Kirk Grassett, from Middletown, DE, visited for a few days and had great catch and release action with a variety of species on flies and CAL jigs.
Al Hirsch and Fred Bargar, from Sarasota, also fished Sarasota Bay with me and had good action with trout and blues on flies. Massimo and Tatiana Giardina, from Switzerland, also had good action with trout, blues and pompano on flies and CAL jigs with shad tails.
Massimo Giardina, from Switzerland, with a pompano caught fishing Sarasota Bay with Capt. Rick Grassett.
Tatiana Giardina, also from Switzerland, with a bluefish on a CAL jig with a shad tail fishing Sarasota Bay.
I will be the instructor and there are still a few spots left for CB’s Saltwater Outfitters Orvis-Endorsed fly fishing school on Sat, Nov 12, 2022. The course, designed for beginning and intermediate fly casters, will focus on basic fly casting principles, improving casting skills and correcting faults. The class will also cover saltwater fly fishing techniques, leader construction and fly selection.
Cost for the class, which will run from 8:30 AM to 2 PM, is $225 per person and includes the use of Orvis fly tackle, workbook and lunch. Optional instructional guided fly fishing trips are also available for an additional fee. Contact CB’s Saltwater Outfitters at (941) 349-4400 to sign up.
Joey Grassett, from Seaford, DE, with a pompano on a CAL jig with a shad tail.
Kirk Grassett with a blue caught and released on a fly, fishing Sarasota Bay.
Fish the coastal gulf for tripletail, Spanish mackerel and false albacore (little tunny) when conditions are good. Deep grass flats are usually a good option for action with trout, blues, pompano, Spanish mackerel and more. Look for reds in skinny water. Snook fishing around dock lights and bridges should also be a good option now.
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 Sarasota Bay with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action catching and releasing trout, pompano, blues and Spanish mackerel recently. Fly anglers fished deep grass flats with sink tip fly lines and weighted flies while spin fishing anglers fished CAL jigs with a variety of tails.
A couple of my brothers, Joey Grassett from Seaford, DE and Kirk Grassett, from Middletown, DE, visited for a few days and had great catch and release action with a variety of species on flies and CAL jigs.
Joey Grassett, from Seaford, DE, with a pompano on a CAL jig with a shad tail.
Al Hirsch and Fred Bargar, from Sarasota, also fished Sarasota Bay with me and had good action with trout and blues on flies. Massimo and Tatiana Giardina, from Switzerland, also had good action with trout, blues and pompano on flies and CAL jigs with shad tails.
Kirk Grassett with a blue caught and released on a fly, fishing Sarasota Bay.
Fish the coastal gulf for tripletail, Spanish mackerel and false albacore (little tunny) when conditions are good. Deep grass flats are usually a good option for action with trout, blues, pompano, Spanish mackerel and more. Look for reds in skinny water. Snook fishing around dock lights and bridges should also be a good option now.
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. Brandon Naeve’s Weekly Fishing Report
Kristina Keenan fishing Sarasota Bay with Capt. Naeve.
Kristina Keenan, from Zurich, Switzerland, caught this beautiful juvenile Tarpon on the last cast of the day this past week fishing with me. The fishing has been on fire since the hurricane basically because the fish weren’t able to eat during the storm.
Grab a friend or a child you’d like to spend some quality time with and get out on the water. CB’s Saltwater Outfitters will be happy to set you up with whatever you’ll need to make that special time happen.
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.
Kristina Keenan, from Zurich, Switzerland, caught this beautiful juvenile Tarpon on the last cast of the day this past week fishing with me. The fishing has been on fire since the hurricane basically because the fish weren’t able to eat during the storm.
Kristina Keenan on Sarasota Bay with Capt. Naeve.
Grab a friend or a child you’d like to spend some quality time with and get out on the water. CB’s Saltwater Outfitters will be happy to set you up with whatever you’ll need to make that special time happen.
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
Bob with the Snook in his hands, and his friend John, both from PA, fished Sarasota Bay this past week.
I fished two days this week on Sarasota Bay with John, who’s a regular customer of mine, and his friend Bob, both from Pennsylvania. Numerous trout were caught using DOA shrimp under a cork and or live shrimp under a cork. Using quarter ounce jig head and gulp also produced a number of fish.
Pictured is Bob holding a trophy snook that he successfully landed and released using the DOA shrimp. He had quite a battle as the wiley fish kept trying to escape the hook by going under the boat and around the motor.
To be honest I felt lucky that we were able to land it. John also landed a trophy size snook throwing a Topwater lure over shallow potholes on the flats. Weather and water are beautiful at this time of year and a pleasure to be out fishing.
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 fished two days this week on Sarasota Bay with John, who’s a regular customer of mine, and his friend Bob, both from Pennsylvania. Numerous trout were caught using DOA shrimp under a cork and or live shrimp under a cork. Using quarter ounce jig head and gulp also produced a number of fish.
Bob with the Snook in his hands, and his friend John, both from PA, fished Sarasota Bay this past week.
Pictured is Bob holding a trophy snook that he successfully landed and released using the DOA shrimp. He had quite a battle as the wiley fish kept trying to escape the hook by going under the boat and around the motor.
To be honest I felt lucky that we were able to land it. John also landed a trophy size snook throwing a Topwater lure over shallow potholes on the flats. Weather and water are beautiful at this time of year and a pleasure to be out fishing.
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
Fishing Sarasota Bay with Capt. Kelly Stilwell.
Wow the fishing has really kicked of over the last week. Maybe one of the few good things left from hurricane Ian has been cooler water temperatures.
The spotted seatrout have been biting about as good as I can remember. Most of them are in the 12 to 14 inch range, and keepers are pretty easy to come by as well. Spanish mackerel are showing up and I would expect the kings to be here soon also. There have also been some huge ladyfish, an occasional pompano, and bluefish on the grass flats and in the passes.
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.
Wow the fishing has really kicked of over the last week. Maybe one of the few good things left from hurricane Ian has been cooler water temperatures.
Fishing Sarasota Bay with Capt. Kelly Stilwell.
The spotted seatrout have been biting about as good as I can remember . Most of them are in the 12 to 14 inch range but keepers are pretty easy to come by as well. Spanish mackerel are showing up and I would expect the kings to be here soon also. There have also been some huge ladyfish, an occasional pompano, and bluefish on the grass flats and in the passes.
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
Pat Beckwith had good action catching and releasing trout on flies in Sarasota Bay with Capt. Grassett.
Fortunately the Sarasota area fared well during Hurricane Ian compared to areas to our south. Others suffered catastrophic damages that may take years to recover from. Although there is still a large amount of runoff, Sarasota Bay is recovering nicely.
Fly anglers fishing Sarasota Bay with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action catching and releasing snook, trout and several other species recently. Pat Beckwith, from Sarasota, fished deep grass flats with sink tip fly lines and weighted flies on a couple of trips.
In addition to numerous trout, she also caught and released Spanish mackerel. Andrew Terry, from Longboat Key, caught and released a huge jack on a fly with an 8-wt on another trip.
Dave Smid had good action catching and releasing snook on flies fishing before dawn in Sarasota Bay.
Andrew Terry with a 14-lb jack crevalle caught and released on a fly while fishing Sarasota Bay recently.
After a 30-minute battle and dodging numerous obstructions, he brought the 14-lb fish to the boat. Great job! Dave Smid, from Springfield, MO, fished dock lights before dawn in Sarasota Bay with me and had good action catching and releasing numerous snook on flies. He also fished deep grass flats with Clouser flies on sink tip fly lines and had good action with trout.
Snook fishing around dock lights and bridges should be a good option now. You may also find juvenile tarpon in canals and creeks and in a few places mixed with snook around dock lights. Look for reds in skinny water. Fishing deep grass flats for a variety of species is also usually a good option for action.
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.
Fortunately the Sarasota area fared well during Hurricane Ian compared to areas to our south. Others suffered catastrophic damages that may take years to recover from. Although there is still a large amount of runoff, Sarasota Bay is recovering nicely.
Pat Beckwith had good action catching and releasing trout on flies in Sarasota Bay..
Pat Beckwith, from Sarasota, fished deep grass flats with sink tip fly lines and weighted flies on a couple of trips with me and in addition to numerous trout, she also caught and released Spanish mackerel. Andrew Terry, from Longboat Key, caught and released a huge jack on a fly with an 8-wt on another trip. After a 30-minute battle and dodging numerous obstructions, he brought the 14-lb fish to the boat. Great job!
Dave Smid, from Springfield, MO, fished dock lights before dawn in Sarasota Bay with me and had good action catching and releasing numerous snook on flies. He also fished deep grass flats with Clouser flies on sink tip fly lines and had good action with trout.
Andrew Terry with a 14-lb jack crevalle caught and released on a fly while fishing Sarasota Bay.
Snook fishing around dock lights and bridges should be a good option now. You may also find juvenile tarpon in canals and creeks and in a few places mixed with snook around dock lights. Look for reds in skinny water. Fishing deep grass flats for a variety of species is also usually a good option for action.
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. Chuck Cress’s Weekly Fishing Report
Jerry caught and released this beautiful looking Red.
Jerry, a central Florida angler, decided to get on the water after hurricane Ian to see what it looked like. I told him I had been on the water earlier in the week and all looked good to go.
Jerry loves to fish Topwater lures and spoons and he was not disappointed with the results of his efforts. He hooked and landed several snook, redfish, and trout. All were released safely back into the water to be caught another day.
Needless to say other parts of our state were devastated with the hurricane however our area did not suffer the great destruction. If and when you’re ready to try your luck in Sarasota Bay it’s safe to get out and the water looks good.
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.
Jerry, a central Florida angler, decided to get on the water after hurricane Ian to see what it looked like. I told him I had been on the water earlier in the week and all looked good to go.
Jerry, from central Florida, caught this nice looking Red.
Jerry loves to fish Topwater lures and spoons and he was not disappointed with the results of his efforts. He hooked and landed several snook, redfish, and trout. All were released safely back into the water to be caught another day.
Needless to say other parts of our state were devastated with the hurricane however our area did not suffer the great destruction. If and when you’re ready to try your luck in Sarasota Bay it’s safe to get out and the water looks good.
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
Jeff Lasoski with a Tripletail caught and released on a fly while fishing with Capt. Rick Grassett.
Fly anglers fishing Sarasota Bay with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action catching and releasing trout and a variety of other species recently.
Pat Beckwith from Sarasota, and Lyle Beckwith from VA, fished deep grass flats with sink tip fly lines and weighted flies with me and in addition to numerous trout. They also caught and released mangrove snapper, Spanish mackerel and a sharpnose shark. Jeff Lasoski, from WI, also had good action catching and releasing trout and a tripletail on flies on another trip.
Lyle Beckwith with a Sharpnose shark he caught and released on flies while fishing Sarasota Bay.
Pat Beckwith with a Spanish mackerel caught and released on flies while fishing Sarasota Bay.
Snook fishing around dock lights and bridges should be a good option now. You may also find juvenile tarpon in canals and creeks and in a few places mixed with snook around dock lights. Look for reds in skinny water. Fishing deep grass flats for a variety of species is also usually a good option for action.
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.
Fly anglers fishing Sarasota Bay with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action catching and releasing trout and a variety of other species recently
Pat Beckwith from Sarasota, and Lyle Beckwith from VA, fished deep grass flats with sink tip fly lines and weighted flies with me and in addition to numerous trout, they also caught and released mangrove snapper, Spanish mackerel and a sharpnose shark.
Jeff Lasoski with a Tripletail caught and released on a fly while fishing with Capt. Rick Grassett.
Jeff Lasoski, from WI, also had good action catching and releasing trout and a tripletail on flies on another trip.
Snook fishing around dock lights and bridges should be a good option now. You may also find juvenile tarpon in canals and creeks and in a few places mixed with snook around dock lights. Look for reds in skinny water. Fishing deep grass flats for a variety of species is also usually a good option for action.
Jeff Lasoski with a Tripletail caught and released on a fly while fishing with Capt. Rick Grassett.
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
Lauren and Shane with a Tripletale they reeled in.
Lauren and Shane from Columbus Ohio caught this cute Tripletale while fishing aboard my boat in Sarasota Bay this past week.
It just so happened to be Shane’s birthday too which made their catch and release of the Tripletail just a little more memorable.
Throw in the sunny skies and the warm blue waters of Sarasota Bay and you pretty much got it going.
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.
Lauren and Shane from Columbus Ohio caught this cute Tripletale while fishing aboard my boat in Sarasota Bay this past week.
Lauren and Shane caught this cute Tripletale.
It just so happened to be Shane’s birthday too which made their catch and release of the Tripletail just a little more memorable.
Throw in the sunny skies and the warm blue waters of Sarasota Bay and you pretty much got it going. All in all it was a great day on the water… you can’t ask for more than that!
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
Sam took his grandma fishing with Capt. Naeve.
Sam took his grandma fishing and she caught him this beautiful sea trout for dinner! He heads home to Milwaukee today but not before creating memories to last a lifetime.
I wanted to take a moment to wish everyone a safe and happy Labor Day Weekend and remember that unlike up north summer is a long ways from over yet here in Sarasota FL. So if you’re headed down this way try making some time to spend on the water fishing, believe me you won’t regret 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.
Sam took his grandma fishing and she caught him this beautiful sea trout for dinner! He heads home to Milwaukee today but not before creating memories to last a lifetime.
Sam took his grandma fishing and she caught him this beautiful sea trout for dinner.
I wanted to take a moment to wish everyone a safe and happy Labor Day Weekend and remember that unlike up north summer is a long ways from over yet here in Sarasota FL. So if you’re headed down this way try making some time to spend on the water fishing, believe me you won’t regret 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. Rick Grassett’s Montana Fly Fishing Trip Report
Capt. Rick Grassett with a nice Beaverhead River brown trout aught and released while fly fishing with King Outfitters out of Dillon, MT recently.
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 met up with Kirk Grassett, from DE 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.
We met up there with Mike Perez and Dennis Kinley, who drove and met us at the lodge. Despite some fishing restrictions due to heat and low water, we caught and released some quality trout.
We fished the Beaverhead, Big Hole and Jefferson Rivers with guide Dave King, owner of King Outfitters (406) 596-0209 in Dillon, and his talented group of guides. I’ve fished with Dave for more than 20-years, his guides do a great job and know their fishery well.
Dennis Kinley, from IN, with a nice Beaverhead River rainbow caught and released while fly fishing with King Outfitters out of Dillon, MT recently.
Kirk Grassett, from Middletown, DE, with a big Montana rainbow caught and released while fly fishing with King Outfitters out of Dillon, MT recently.
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 met up with Kirk Grassett, from DE 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.
We met up there with Mike Perez and Dennis Kinley, who drove and met us at the lodge. Despite some fishing restrictions due to heat and low water, we caught and released some quality trout.
We fished the Beaverhead, Big Hole and Jefferson Rivers with guide Dave King, owner of King Outfitters (406) 596-0209 in Dillon, and his talented group of guides. I’ve fished with Dave for more than 20-years, his guides do a great job and know their fishery well.
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 met up with Kirk Grassett, from DE 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.
We met up there with Mike Perez and Dennis Kinley, who drove and met us at the lodge. Despite some fishing restrictions due to heat and low water, we caught and released some quality trout.
We fished the Beaverhead, Big Hole and Jefferson Rivers with guide Dave King, owner of King Outfitters (406) 596-0209 in Dillon, and his talented group of guides. I’ve fished with Dave for more than 20-years, his guides do a great job and know their fishery well.
Capt. Rick Grassett with a nice Beaverhead River brown trout aught and released while fly fishing with King Outfitters out of Dillon, MT recently.
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 met up with Kirk Grassett, from DE 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.
We met up there with Mike Perez and Dennis Kinley, who drove and met us at the lodge. Despite some fishing restrictions due to heat and low water, we caught and released some quality trout.
We fished the Beaverhead, Big Hole and Jefferson Rivers with guide Dave King, owner of King Outfitters (406) 596-0209 in Dillon, and his talented group of guides. I’ve fished with Dave for more than 20-years, his guides do a great job and know their fishery well.
Kirk Grassett, from Middletown, DE, with a big Montana rainbow caught and released while fly fishing with King Outfitters out of Dillon, MT recently.
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
Liam Grey and Olivia Biterman of West Palm Beach caught many beautiful mangrove, snapper, and spotted sea trout while on a half day guided fishing trip with me out of CB’s Outfitters this past week.
Liam Grey on the water with Capt. Naeve.
Young Olivia Biterman looks pretty excited.
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.
Liam Grey and Olivia Biterman of West Palm Beach caught many beautiful mangrove, snapper, and spotted sea trout while on a half day guided fishing trip with me out of CB’s Outfitters this past week.
Liam Grey on the water with Capt. Naeve.
Young Olivia Biterman from West Palm Beach.
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
Axel and Marley from Virginia caught these beautiful trout while on a half day charter with me out of CB’s Outfitters this past week. The weather was beautiful and these kids had the time of their lives on their fishing adventure.
Marley is all smiles on the water with Capt. Naeve.
Axel having some fun with Capt. Brandon Naeve.
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.
Axel and Marley from Virginia caught these beautiful trout while on a half day charter with me out of CB’s Outfitters this past week.
On the water with Capt. Brandon Naeve.
Marley is all smiles on the water with Capt. Naeve.
The weather was beautiful and these kids had the time of their lives on their fishing adventure.
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
Dennis Ondercin and Capt. Rick Grassett with a cobia they caught and released.
Anglers fishing with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action catching and releasing tarpon in the coastal gulf recently. A couple of Sarasota Bay trips also produced a few trout and bluefish on Clouser flies.
Fly anglers had good action with tarpon, hooking and jumping several. Clark Keator, from Orlando, fly fished with me, jumping 2 tarpon and fighting one to the boat.
Mike Storey, from Bradenton, also had some tarpon action, jumping one on a fly. Dennis, Cliff and Mason Ondercin, from Sarasota, also tarpon fished a couple of days with me. They had good action, jumping several tarpon and fighting one to the boat on live crabs with spinning tackle.
They also caught and released a bonus cobia that was sight-fished off the back of a spotted eagle ray with a DOA Shrimp! A great job, not bad for by-catch!
Bill Morrison with a Sarasota Bay bluefish caught on a Clouser fly while fishing with Capt. Rick Grassett.
Dennis Ondercin from Sarasota, fights a tarpon to the boat while fishing the coastal gulf.
Tarpon fishing should be a good option in the coastal gulf depending on conditions. Look for snook in the surf and reds and larger trout in shallow water. Fishing deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay is a usually a good choice for action with a variety of species including trout, pompano, blues and more.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by industrial, agricultural and residential runoff, toxic spills and discharges, 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 good action catching and releasing tarpon in the coastal gulf recently. A couple of Sarasota Bay trips also produced a few trout and bluefish on Clouser flies.
Bill Morrison with a Sarasota Bay bluefish caught on a Clouser fly.
Fly anglers had good action with tarpon, hooking and jumping several. Clark Keator, from Orlando, fly fished with me, jumping 2 tarpon and fighting one to the boat. Mike Storey, from Bradenton, also had some tarpon action, jumping one on a fly.
Dennis, Cliff and Mason Ondercin, from Sarasota, also tarpon fished a couple of days with me. They had good action, jumping several tarpon and fighting one to the boat on live crabs with spinning tackle. They also caught and released a bonus cobia that was sight-fished off the back of a spotted eagle ray with a DOA Shrimp! A great job, not bad for by-catch!
Dennis Ondercin and Capt. Rick Grassett with a cobia they caught and released.
Tarpon fishing should be a good option in the coastal gulf depending on conditions. Look for snook in the surf and reds and larger trout in shallow water. Fishing deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay is a usually a good choice for action with a variety of species including trout, pompano, blues and more.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by industrial, agricultural and residential runoff, toxic spills and discharges, 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
Malory caught this beautiful trout fishing with Capt. Naeve out of CB’s Outfitters this past week.
Water temperatures continue to rise as air temps also are continuing generally to rise faster than we normally expected. Enthusiasm with catching fish with kids is at a all time high.
So go ahead and grab the kids and start creating family memories that’ll last a lifetime by booking a fishing charter on the water at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters and you’ll put a great big smile on everyone’s faces.
Who knows, maybe someday they’ll return the favor and take you out for a day of fishing.
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.
Water temperatures continue to rise as air temps also are continuing generally to rise faster than we normally expected. Enthusiasm with catching fish with kids is at a all time high.
Malory caught this beautiful trout while fishing with Capt. Naeve.
So go ahead and grab the kids and start creating family memories that’ll last a lifetime by booking a fishing charter on the water at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters and you’ll put a great big smile on everyone’s faces.
Who knows, maybe someday they’ll return the favor and take you out for a day on the water fishing.
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
Dan Reinhart battles a tarpon caught and released while fishing the coastal gulf with Capt. Rick Grassett.
Anglers fishing with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action catching and releasing tarpon in the coastal gulf recently.
Sea conditions were tough but fish were hungry when Dave Reinhart, from Pittsfield, MA and Dan Reinhart, from VT, fished a couple of days with me.
Despite the tough conditions they jumped multiple tarpon and caught and released 3, including Dan’s first tarpon, he did a great job. Tarpon fishing should be a good option in the coastal gulf depending on conditions in June.
Dan Reinhart continues the battle with the tarpon he caught and released fishing the coastal gulf with Capt. Rick Grassett.
Finally the tarpon is brought in to the side of the boat for a proper measurement before it is released.
Look for snook in the surf and reds and larger trout in shallow water. Fishing deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay is a usually a good choice for action with a variety of species including trout, pompano, blues and more.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by industrial, agricultural and residential runoff, toxic spills and discharges, 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 good action catching and releasing tarpon in the coastal gulf recently.
Sea conditions were tough but fish were hungry when Dave Reinhart, from Pittsfield, MA and Dan Reinhart, from VT, fished a couple of days with me. Despite the tough conditions they jumped multiple tarpon and caught and released 3, including Dan’s first tarpon. Great job!
Finally the tarpon is brought in to the side of the boat for a proper measurement before it is released.
Tarpon fishing should be a good option in the coastal gulf depending on conditions. Look for snook in the surf and reds and larger trout in shallow water. Fishing deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay is a usually a good choice for action with a variety of species including trout, pompano, blues and more.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by industrial, agricultural and residential runoff, toxic spills and discharges, 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
Texas angler catches his largest Redfish ever!
This Texas angler caught his largest Redfish ever in Sarasota Bay. Denny, and his aunt Leona, spent the morning with me chasing trout, redfish, and snook.
Denny who is from Houston said he has fished Texas and Louisiana for redfish but to his surprise he landed and released his largest ever Redfish in Sarasota Bay.
Beautiful skies calm wind and clear water made for a wonderful morning of fishing. The Out-of-state visitors caught and released several trout and redfish.
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 Texas angler caught his largest Redfish ever in Sarasota Florida. Denny, and his aunt Leona, spent the morning with me chasing trout redfish and snook.
This Texas angler caught his largest Redfish ever and it happened in Sarasota Florida.
Denny who is from Houston said he has fished Texas and Louisiana for redfish but to his surprise he landed and released his largest ever Redfish in Sarasota Bay.
Beautiful skies calm wind and clear water made for a wonderful morning of fishing. The Out-of-state visitors caught and released several trout and redfish.
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
Lauren from Atlanta caught this beautiful redfish and some nice mangrove snapper while fishing this week.
Water temperatures are rising, and the day’s have been more beautiful then we normally expect, and enthusiasm with catching fish is at a all time high.
So what are you waiting for, go ahead and grab the kids and start creating family memories that’ll last a lifetime by booking a fishing charter on the water at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters and you’ll put a great big smile on everyone’s faces.
And who knows, maybe someday they’ll return the favor and take you fishing too.
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.
Water temperatures are rising, and the day’s have been more beautiful then we normally expect, and enthusiasm with catching fish is at a all time high.
Lauren from Atlanta caught this beautiful redfish and some nice mangrove snapper while fishing a 1/2 day trip out of CB’s outfitters!
Water temperatures are rising, and the day’s have been more beautiful then we normally expect, and enthusiasm with catching fish is at a all time high.
So what are you waiting for, go ahead and grab the kids and start creating family memories that’ll last a lifetime by booking a fishing charter on the water at CB’s Saltwater Outfitters and you’ll put a great big smile on everyone’s faces.
And who knows, maybe someday they’ll return the favor and take you fishing too.
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
John, from Pennsylvania, with a nice looking Redfish he caught and released while fishing Sarasota Bay.
John, who has gone out with me several times, is from Pennsylvania. He enjoys being on the water, spotting all of the wildlife, fishing and smoking an occasional cigar.
We did an all day trip in Sarasota Bay looking for whatever might want to be caught. We were fortunate to find an area that was holding some nice snook, redfish, and trout that were eager to attack our Lures. We caught and released several redfish and snook. John is an excellent fisherman and and great conversationalist and look forward to his next trip to Sarasota.
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.
John, who has gone out with me several times, is from Pennsylvania. He enjoys being on the water, spotting all of the wildlife, fishing and smoking an occasional cigar.
John, from Pennsylvania, with a nice looking Redfish.
We did an all day trip in Sarasota Bay looking for whatever might want to be caught. We were fortunate to find an area that was holding some nice snook, redfish, and trout that were eager to attack our Lures.
We caught and released several redfish and snook. John is an excellent fisherman and and great conversationalist and look forward to his next trip to Sarasota.
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
Dan Reinhart had good action with snook and redfish on CAL jigs with grubs fishing Gasparilla Sound.
Anglers fishing with me, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action catching and releasing numerous snook in Gasparilla Sound and trout in Sarasota Bay on DOA Lures recently.
Fly anglers also scored with trout on Clouser flies on deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay and Little Sarasota Bay.
Dan Reinhart fished backcountry areas of Gasparilla Sound with me recently and had good action catching and releasing numerous snook, trout and a couple of reds on CAL jigs with grub and shad tails.
Joey Grasset with a Sarasota Bay trout caught and released on a CAL jig with a shad tail.
Dave Reinhart, Dan’s Dad from Pittsfield, MA, had good action with snook and redfish on CAL jigs with grubs.
My brother, Joey Grassett, from Seaford, DE, fished Sarasota and Little Sarasota Bay with me for a few days and had some action with trout on CAL jigs. Pat Beckwith, from Sarasota, and Lyle Beckwith, from VA, also had some trout action on Clouser flies in Little Sarasota Bay.
Look for reds, snook and larger trout in shallow water. Fishing deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay is a usually a good choice for action with a variety of species including trout, pompano, Spanish mackerel and more.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by industrial, agricultural and residential runoff, toxic spills and discharges, 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 good action catching and releasing numerous snook in Gasparilla Sound and trout in Sarasota Bay on DOA Lures recently.
Dan Reinhart had good action with snook and redfish on CAL jigs with grubs fishing Gasparilla Sound with Capt. Rick Grassett.
Fly anglers also scored with trout on Clouser flies on deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay and Little Sarasota Bay.
Dan Reinhart fished backcountry areas of Gasparilla Sound with me recently and had good action catching and releasing numerous snook, trout and a couple of reds on CAL jigs with grub and shad tails.
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!
ave Reinhart, from Pittsfield, MA had good action with snook and redfish on CAL jigs with grubs fishing Gasparilla Sound with Capt. Rick Grassett recently.
My brother, Joey Grassett, from Seaford, DE, fished Sarasota and Little Sarasota Bay with me for a few days and had some action with trout on CAL jigs. Pat Beckwith, from Sarasota, and Lyle Beckwith, from VA, also had some trout action on Clouser flies in Little Sarasota Bay.
Look for reds, snook and larger trout in shallow water. Fishing deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay is a usually a good choice for action with a variety of species including trout, pompano, Spanish mackerel and more.
Our natural resources are under constant pressure from red tides fueled by industrial, agricultural and residential runoff, toxic spills and discharges, 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.