Tarpon Fever infects Anna Maria Island Anglers As we settle into the first week of May, you can bet Anna Maria Island anglers have one thing on their mind. They are suffering from a fever. It can only be cured by long hours in the scorching sun scanning the emerald green waters of the Gulf […]
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Anna Maria Island Fishing Reports from Captain Danny Stasny of Just Reel Fishing Charters located at 5325 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach Fl on Anna Maria Island.
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May
May
Cooler weather causes extended springtime bite Anna Maria Island anglers have be anxiously awaiting the month of May. Cooler than normal temperatures are keeping the springtime bite extended longer than normal. Fishing nearshore structure is proving to be the best bite. Migratory fish such as kingfish, bonita and Spanish mackerel are available. With waters hovering […]
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Apr
Apr
Calm conditions allows anglers to migrate to Gulf for hookups With the winds finally subsiding, Anna Maria Island anglers are finding themselves venturing into the Gulf of Mexico to take advantage of the calm crystal clear waters. Fishing ledges, reefs and wrecks are good places to start as most species of fish gravitate toward these […]
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Apr
Apr
Fishing action heats up at tail end of April With hopes that the constant winds and cold fronts are going to subside, Anna Maria Island fishers anticipate a good bite for the tail end of April. A water temperatures rise we should see an influx of fish — especially snook — filtering out of the […]
09
Apr
Apr
Spotted seatrout are the highlight of April fishing As we settle into the second week of April, Anna Maria Island flats fishers are enjoying targeting spotted seatrout throughout the lush grass flats from the Sunshine Skyway Bridge south to Sarasota Bay. Areas such as Tampa Bay, Miguel Bay, Terra Ceia Bay, Anna Maria Sound and […]
03
Apr
Apr
After weeks of strong winds and frequent cold fronts, Anna Maria Island anglers are anxiously awaiting a more consistent weather pattern and some exceptional April fishing.
27
Mar
Mar
Find shelter during windy days to find hookups With it being windy more than not, Anna Maria Island anglers are finding themselves braving rough seas. But fishers are determined to get out on the water to enjoy the springtime bite. Finding sheltered areas in the back bays, rivers and creeks is a great wat to […]
20
Mar
Mar
Fishing around Anna Maria Island this March can be categorized as hot and cold. With temperatures reaching into the mid 80s on most days, many inshore species are beginning to creep out of their wintertime haunts to feed on the bait schools that are migrating into Tampa Bay and the surrounding waters. Since these fish […]
13
Mar
Mar
Spring nears, back country fishing heats up With springtime right around the corner, Anna Maria Island anglers are anticipating excellent backcountry fishing. With a slightly cooler winter than normal, the snook are beginning to creep out of their wintertime haunts and are eager to feast on live shiners. Although the large quantities of linesiders have […]
06
Mar
Mar
March starts springtime bite on a variety of species As the month of March is now here, Anna Maria Island anglers are finding themselves preparing for the springtime bite. Although species such as sheepshead, pompano and black drum are present and being caught on live shrimp, many anglers are switching over to live shiners as […]