Fly Fishing Reports
West Central Fly Fishing and Light Tackle Report – Tampa Bay – April
April Fly Fishing & Light Tackle Report – West Central Florida April brought a definitive seasonal shift along Florida’s west central coast. Water temperatures climbed from the low 70s into the upper 70s, and fish have fully committed to their spring and early...
West Central Fly Fishing and Light Tackle Report – Tampa Bay – March
Spring has officially arrived on Florida’s west central coast, and with it comes a surge of activity in our local estuaries and backwaters. From Sarasota to Chassahowitzka, warming water temperatures—starting in the low 60s and now pushing into the 70s—have triggered...
West Central Fly Fishing and Light Tackle Report – Tampa Bay – February
This February fishing report provides key insights for fly anglers and artificial lure fishermen targeting snook, redfish, and speckled trout along the Gulf Coast, from Tampa Bay to the Chassahowitzka River. With fluctuating water temperatures affecting fish behavior,...
West Central Fly Fishing and Light Tackle Report – Tampa Bay – January
Current Conditions for Fly Fishing & Light Tackle Anglers Water temperatures in West Central Florida and Tampa Bay have remained below 55 degrees, significantly influencing fish behavior. Knowing how to adjust fly fishing and light tackle fishing tactics around...
West Central Fly Fishing and Light Tackle Report – Tampa Bay – December
December has been a stellar month for targeting Redfish and Spotted Sea Trout in Tampa Bay’s inshore waters. With water temperatures averaging around 60 degrees, the cooler conditions have brought significant changes to the ecosystem, making this a prime time to...
West Central Fly Fishing and Light Tackle Report – Tampa Bay – November
As we transition through the cooler months, Tampa Bay’s waters are experiencing notable temperature shifts. Post-front conditions have brought water temperatures down to the 60-degree range, but the mercury steadily climbs to 70 degrees within a few days of...
Lower Keys – Fall 2024
Targeting tarpon and bonefish this year did not disappoint! There were plenty of permit around to target but the weather had other plans when it came time to. I can’t thank those who could make it this year enough for making the trip, given the circumstances....
West Central Fly and Light Tackle Report – August/September
The west central Florida during August and into September has been exceptional, especially during the early morning and late evening hours. As water temperatures soared throughout the day, most wildlife sought refuge from the heat, making these cooler periods prime...