Common Flats Fishing Mistakes
Enjoy a more successful inshore fishing adventure by learning about the common mistakes to avoid when fishing the flats. One of the best things about inshore fishing in Clearwater is fishing the flats. Shallow water flats, like reefs, inshore lagoons and shoals, are wonderful for anglers of all skill levels because the water is so […]
Are You Ready to Bow to the King?
If you want your tarpon fishing trip in Clearwater to be a success, you need to be willing to bow to the king. If you read our previous blog on tarpon, then you already know that these prehistoric fish can get big and they won’t be caught without a fight. Tarpon fishing isn’t like fishing […]
What Makes Florida the Ultimate Fishing Destination?
Florida is, hands down, the ultimate fishing destination. When it comes to fishing, you simply can’t beat Florida. Florida is known as the “Fishing Capital of the World,” and once you fish Florida, you’ll find out for yourself why Florida is the world’s best fishing destination. You’ll never be satisfied with fishing anywhere else again. […]
3 Fun Facts About Tarpon
Tarpon season is here at last! There’s nothing like feeling a giant at the end of your line and battling it out right there in the boat. If you yearn for adventure and you can’t turn away from a good fight, then you’ll love tarpon fishing in Clearwater. At Yachtfish.com, we provide a variety of […]
Why You Need to go Deep Sea Fishing
If you’ve never gone deep sea fishing, it’s time to try it! Deep sea fishing is unlike anything you’ve ever experienced before, and if you’ve never had a chance to experience it, it’s time that you do! If you are a fishing enthusiast, you’ll be glad to know that our deep sea charters allow you […]
The Benefits of Fishing with a Guide
Get the most out of your trip to Tampa Bay with a fishing guide. When it comes to fishing, there’s no better destination than Tampa Bay. Not only is Tampa Bay home to a wide variety of fish, it also has breathtaking scenery and is ideal for many different fishing methods. However, if you want to get […]
Tampa Bay Inshore Fishing
The flats and back-country waters in and around Tampa Bay provide some of the best light tackle fishing grounds in the world for Snook, Redfish, Trout, Tarpon and Cobia. These areas of shallow flats and miles of unspoiled mangrove estuaries provide optimal breeding grounds for most of the gamefish that live in the Tampa Bay […]
January Fishing Report
Winter time fishing in the Tampa Bay area is in full swing with water temperatures dropping quickly. The fish are moving into their winter homes for the next two months. There is still some bait around the flats and bay area bridges. Recently, on our inshore trips, we have been targeting trout and redfish catching […]
Hogfish Trip
On a recent offshore trip we went looking for Hogfish. We anchored up on a good piece of hard bottom in 45 feet of water. These fish are known for migrating in shallower waters of the Gulf of Mexico in the winter months and providing anglers with some amazing table fare. We were outfitted with […]
Tampa Bay Inshore Fishing Report
Report By: Captain Matt Douglas Captained for one of my private clients on his 35 Cabo Express. Started the day off by cast netting bait at a local tripod off of the beach. After we loaded the live wells with sardines and whitebaits we decided to go slow troll live baits for kingfish. We ran […]