Anglers on Florida’s Gulf Coast are enjoying a mixed bag of conditions as we head into the weekend. The weather is a bit unpredictable with sunshine, clouds, and the chance of afternoon storms, but the warm water temperatures in the mid-80s to low 90s promise…
Read More Florida Gulf Coast Fishing Report – September 7, 2024
A stationary front and low-pressure system are stirring up the northern Gulf of Mexico, bringing scattered showers and thunderstorms. Conditions are expected to worsen as a cold front reinforces the system today, increasing winds across the northwestern, west-central, and southwestern Gulf. Gale warnings are in…
Read More Mariners Should Plan On Rough Seas, Potential Tropical Development In The Gulf Of Mexico
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reports low levels of the red tide organism, Karenia brevis, in Florida waters. Over the past week, background concentrations were observed in one sample from Manatee County on the Southwest Coast and one sample from Flagler County…
Read More Red Tide Remains At Background Levels In Florida
As fall arrives, so does the availability of natural food sources for Florida’s black bears. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding residents that bears are becoming more active in their search for food to build up winter fat reserves. To prevent…
Read More Fall Brings Hungry Bears: Florida Residents Urged To Practice BearWise Basics
The National Hurricane Center is closely monitoring several areas in the Atlantic basin with potential for development, but the chances of formation remain low in the near term. Northwestern Atlantic: A non-tropical low-pressure system east of North Carolina could acquire subtropical characteristics in the next…
Read More Atlantic Hurricane Season Update: Several Systems Monitored, Low Development Chances
Anglers hitting the Florida Gulf Coast today can expect mixed conditions, but those willing to put in the time and effort can still find success. Warm Gulf waters continue to hold a variety of species, with nearshore and offshore opportunities available. Be prepared for potential…
Read More Florida Gulf Coast Fishing Report – September 3, 2024
The fall fishing season is officially kicking off on the Gulf Coast, and with it comes some exciting opportunities! While red snapper season closed on August 31st, today marks the opening day for several other prized species, including gag grouper. Inshore: Nearshore/Offshore: Tips & Reminders:…
Read More Florida Gulf Coast Fishing Report – September 1, 2024
The Florida Gulf is beckoning anglers this Labor Day weekend with favorable weather and a variety of fish on the bite. Whether you’re heading offshore for big game, exploring the nearshore reefs, or sticking to the inshore flats, there’s plenty of action to be had.…
Read More Labor Day Weekend Fishing Report – Florida Gulf
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reports that no red tide blooms have been detected in water samples collected statewide over the past week. However, satellite imagery is being used to continuously track nearshore and offshore conditions. No fish kills or respiratory irritation…
Read More Florida Red Tide Update: No Blooms Detected, But Monitoring Continues
The recreational harvest season for snook will open on September 1 in Florida’s east coast management regions (Southeast, Indian River Lagoon, and Northeast) and most west coast regions (Panhandle, Big Bend, Tampa Bay, and Sarasota Bay). The season will remain open through November 30 in…
Read More Florida Snook Fishing Season Opens September 1 Across East And West Coasts