Redfish are highlight during rainy September As we find ourselves in the peak of the rainy season, Anna Maria Island angers are enjoying a variety of catches in Anna Maria Sound and the surrounding waters. Schooling redfish are the highlight with several large schools of fish being found throughout the flats. Finding the schools is […]
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Just Reel Fishing Charters of Anna Maria Island offers premier inshore and nearshore live bait charters expertly guided by Capt. Danny Stasny.
Frequent rainstorms pushes freshwater, fish from Manatee River With many afternoon and evening thunderstorms, Anna Maria anglers are finding themselves gathering around the mouth of the Manatee River in search of a bite. The result of the massive rainstorms raises the water levels of Lake Manatee to dangerous levels which triggers large releases of fresh […]
Inshore trio — redfish, snook and trout — coming to the hook Fishing around Anna Maria Island in September can have its ups and downs. And with the extreme heat and numerous thunderstorms that seem to pop up out of nowhere, finding that sweet spot when the tides are right and the fish are biting […]
Keep your eye on the sky, radar for days of safe, dry fishing If you are going to fish around Anna Maria Island in September, make sure you bring a raincoat. Numerous pop-up thunderstorms are the norm, and at times, can be quite intense so being prepared and knowledgeable about the weather is key when […]
As August comes to an end temps, fishing remains hot As we finish up August, fishing around Anna Maria Island on Just Reel fishing charters is productive, aside from having to endure scorching hot temperatures and dodge pop-up thunderstorms. With high tides peaking during the morning hours, just after sunrise, I am seizing the opportunity […]
Fishing in August around Anna Maria Island is requiring patience and tolerance to the heat. Fishing the inshore waters of Tampa Bay is slightly challenging as water temperatures hover in the mid- to upper 80s, which causes the bite to slow down. Spotted seatrout are the most consistent bite and even they are requiring some […]
Good tidal flow important as water temps rise Fishing success around Anna Maria Island is becoming greatly dependent on tidal flow, as our surrounding waters are reaching temperatures of 88 degrees. This is especially apparent on days when the weaker tides exist, as you’ll notice the fish not quite as motivated as they could be. […]
Move offshore to deeper water for action during hot August days By Capt. Danny Stasny Just Reel Fishing Charters Fishing the offshore waters west of Anna Maria Island is proving to remain consistent for yet another week. Anglers in search of a fish dinner are wise to venture into the depths in search of a […]
Bait schools draw macks inshore By Capt. Danny Stasny Just Reel Fishing Charters Despite the scorching rays of the sun making outdoor activities seem like an eternity, fishing around Anna Maria Island with Just Reel Fishing Charters remains consistent. And, with the arrival of large schools of hatch bait present throughout the bay, it’s time […]
Patience and endurance needed to brave the heat, get hookups By Capt. Danny Stasny – Just Reel Fishing Charters Fishing around Anna Maria Island is rewarding for anglers with enough patience and endurance brave the heat. For anglers wishing to stock up on some fillets, the offshore bite is where it’s at. The American red […]