The importance of bait Whether you’ve been fishing since you were a child or you’re an adult just getting into fishing, you will soon realize the importance of having the right bait. It is the most important step in any fishing trip and having the right bait versus the wrong can determine how successful your […]
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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.
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Jul
Jul
July temps, fishing remains hot If there’s one thing I can say about fishing around Anna Maria Island in July, it’s hot out there. With air temps in the 90s and water temps in the upper 80s you’d better be prepared to deal with the heat. If you have access to some shade, you’ll want […]
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Jul
Jul
No break in heat, fishing action Although fishing in July around Anna Maria Island can be productive, high air and water temperatures can deter even the most motivated anglers. Those willing to brave the heat are scheduling their fishing sessions during the cooler parts of the day. Fishing early morning at first light until 10 […]
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Jul
Jul
Heat, mangrove snapper two things to look forward to in July Anna Maria Island anglers are bracing for the heat of summer as we settle into the month of July. Typically, mangrove snapper capture the spotlight in July, as they can be found in the Gulf of Mexico around the artificial reefs and throughout Tampa […]
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Jun
Jun
Snook, redfish, trout and mangrove snapper round out June fishing action Despite having to dodge some pop-up thunderstorms here and there, Anna Maria Island anglers are finding the inshore bite to be good. With water temperatures reaching the mid 80s, catch-and-release snook fishing is proving to be the best inshore bite. Whether fishing the flats […]
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Jun
Jun
New moon signals the return of the silver king – tarpon return after offshore spawn With the arrival of the new moon, tarpon anglers are venturing back into the Gulf of Mexico in anticipation of the return of tarpon as they return from their offshore spawning grounds. Typically, when the fish return, the bite can […]
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Jun
Jun
Silver kings vacate local waters, other species targetable until their return With a sudden vacancy of tarpon along the beaches due to the last full moon, which occurred on June 4, anglers hunting these large trophy fish are finding themselves traveling long distances to find targetable schools. As a result, the fish that are still […]
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Jun
Jun
Silver kings remain top targeted species For yet another week tarpon are the highlight for visiting in local anglers when fishing around Anna Maria Island. As these fish are popular to target, you can bet they are receiving quite a bit of pressure as they meander up and down the Gulf beaches of Longboat Key, […]
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May
May
Poinciana, lovebugs and tarpon – the signs of spring in Florida It’s happening again. The poinciana trees are in bloom as their fire red and orange flowers burst open in a radiant display of color. The love bugs are around as they splatter on windshields and grills of vehicles. And if you’re a fisher in […]
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May
May
Silver kings arrive, other catches still taking the bait Fishing around Anna Maria Island is proving to be quite good especially with the much anticipated arrival of tarpon as they migrate along the coast in preparation to spawn. Many anglers are dedicating all of their fishing time to target these elusive fish. Patrolling the beaches […]