March and April pretty much mark the beginning of tarpon season. Last year was a warm one, and this year is looking similar. I have already found scattered schools of big tarpon cruising the oceanside in February, in addition to a few schools of permit (LOOKIN’ GOOD!). Tarpon start showing at the usual places in March, then flood in as we get into late April--this is how last year went. There is some great bonefishing to be had within a stone’s throw of the best local tarpon spots. This is where it is important to know how the fish move on and off the flat with the tide. Additionally, how the fish may now follow different paths depending on the contours of the flat and how the movement of water has been affected.

For those trips when the clients ask to catch something big, shark fishing is a pretty safe bet, and a great fallback position. This can be done with spin or fly tackle and, let me tell you, fishing for sharks with fly tackle is some of the most fun you can have with your pants on, legally. The fun starts with catching bait. Barracuda make the best bait for shark fishing, but they need to be at least 15 inches and no more than 36 inches--2 per person or 6 per vessel, and one fish may be over 36 inches. So, if you are looking to chum heavy, then you will need some bonito, amberjack, or tuna carcasses to add to the mix. He who chums heaviest WINS. Typically, you put out your stringer and start drifting to create a chum slick. After a time, sharks will begin showing up in your chum slick. Then, it’s on! Lemon sharks are the most common, along with black tips and bull sharks. But, you never know. There is always a possibility for a tiger or hammerhead to show up.

For those of you who know me, know that, to me, fishing is more than just a game, it is a way of life. So, fish hard and fish often!

The first month after the storm it was rare to see another boat on the water, as the fish began to relax they started showing up in spots I have not seen in years. Schools of snook and tarpon could be found close to home, the pressure was off and the fish knew it. I was born and raised in Miami and have lived through lots of hurricane. I prefer to think of these storms as reset buttons. For the past few months I have been checking spots like wrecks, points, and flats finding that a lot has changed. Some of my shallow water wrecks have been moved or even destroyed. Several points have been stripped bare of trees and structure, and even our local flats have shifted here and there. I look at these as opportunities to relearn areas I like to fish, and perhaps find better fishing or different species.

The next two months will see some truly great fishing in the backcountry as species like snook, redfish, black drum, snapper, jacks, sea trout, and the occasional tarpon invade the creeks and deeper channels around Flamingo. We call it “fishing the dirty” due to the fact that the waters around Flamingo tend to be dirty or muddy. This is a great choice for those days when it is very windy and cold as most of the areas we fish are protected creeks. During those calmer days the Spanish mackerel bite in Florida Bay can be explosive with snapper, jacks, sharks, tripletail, and the occasional cobia. Already the mackerel reports have been fantastic as there are fewer boats pressuring the fish. Here in Key Largo fishing the patch reefs is also another great option for those anglers looking to catch dinner and a variety of species. Located just 3-6miles off the ocean side patch reefs can be as big as a car or a city block, every patch is different and holds unknown possibilities for anglers.

Now is the time and the pressure is off the fish, so if you want to experience the keys the way it should be give me a call or just head to one of our local bait shops and ask for a guide recommendation. For those of you who know me, know that to me, fishing is more than just a game, it is a way of life. So fish hard and fish often!

Snook, redfish, and tarpon can be found throughout the backcountry daily, and those anglers looking to catch dinner have no problem finding lots of mangrove snapper and seatrout. It can be a fisherman’s dream most days, with early starts and night trips a plenty--it’s summertime fishing at its best!

Over the years, I have learned to have a loose game plan when it comes to planning my days on the water. Weather is the controlling factor when fishing in the Keys this time of year. Storms can form quickly and push anglers out of prime areas full of fish; this is why it pays to have other species to target in different areas. As many of my anglers find out, I do not play when it comes to lighting. I see lighting, and I go. The last place anyone wants to be is standing four feet above the water, holding a 24 foot pole with a metal tip, when a storm moves in. Your best defense is to have access to live radar on your mobile device or GPS. Then you can decide whether to hunker down and let it pass, run to a different area, or head home. Luckily for us, there are lots of species to pursue this time of year, and lots of area to do so both day and night.

I focus mainly on bonefish, permit, and tarpon most trips, unless my clients want to target something else. I will try to encourage my clients to go for the early start--usually 30 minutes before sunrise (called by many as the magic hour)--but, ultimately, it is up to them. Remember, not everyone is as hard-core as the rest of us; some people are actually on vacation. Some days, the lack of wind and clouds can make conditions tough, to say the least. Because of this, I offer and end up doing a fair amount of night and early morning trips during these months when the temperatures are slightly cooler. Typically, these are tarpon trips, but you can catch grouper, sharks, barracuda, and snappers while targeting the tarpon.

The backcountry is another great area to fish when the weather tells you to do so. The redfish, snook, and tarpon can all be found through the shallow waters of Florida Bay. In addition to the gamefish, I have had a day or two saved by targeting big sharks in shallow water, both on spin and fly. Tarpon in the backcountry typically average 20-60 lbs., with much larger fish caught everyday, but not in as good a number as the smaller fish.

I love topwater lures in the Park, but, some days. the amount of floating grass makes fishing any topwater lure impossible. Gold and silver ¼ ounce Johnson weedless spoons are fantastic lures for these conditions. So are 5-7 inch jerk baits, colors new penny and white, when rigged weedless. As a matter of fact, all the flies I use in the backcountry have weed guards on them too.

For those of you who know me, know that to me, fishing is more than just a game, it is a way of life. So fish hard and fish often!

This time of year, I go from being booked every day for weeks, to having a handful of trips every week. I can totally sympathize with women that suffer from postpartum depression, as I go through the same thing in my own way. That is in respect to it being a difficult adjustment. But, it also has its benefits as I can now repair my gear, boat, and get my taxes done. However, I still get up every day at 5 a.m., as my body has been trained over the last few months to do so. 

July and August are my favorite months to target permit on the flats, either with fly or spin gear. During this time, I will typically have a dozen or more small crabs waiting for their time. That being said, it is a great time of year to catch a flats slam and this can be done in a relatively small area--no need for long rides to distant areas. It goes without saying that we have some very hot days during this time. Over the years, I have learned to carry not only water and Power aid in my cooler, but also coconut water, and encourage you to do so as well. 

Patch reef fishing is another great option for those looking to catch dinner or bend a rod and can be done during half-day trips. Species like grouper, snapper, and hogfish are available and can be caught with live or dead shrimp fished on the bottom. If you want to target more snapper and grouper, pilchards are the bait of choice and can be found most days on the ocean side in big schools. The only catch is that lobster mini-season takes place the last Wednesday and Thursday in July and opening day is August 6th - once divers start jumping in the water, the patch reef fishing slows down. 

The backcountry is a great place to escape the crowds, especially during mini-season. Out back, redfish, snook, seatrout, tarpon, and sharks keep anglers busy all day long. Most days, artificial lures are more effective than bait and can be used with more efficiency. Top water lures in the morning and jerk baits in the afternoon. I suggest ¾ to full day trips if you are planning on fishing the Bay.

A recent client reminded me of this story and I cannot believe I forgot it. When I first started guiding, there was a guide that had a scary encounter with lightning while out in the Bay. He had the idea that if he installed a copper tube on his platform that it would act like a lightning rod and redirect the lightning down and into the water. Once I saw this, I told him that it was the worst idea in history, as he was now asking to get hit by lightning. Several other guides told him the same, and, after a few weeks, he removed it from his platform. DO NOT DO THIS! Everybody has ideas, but not every idea is a good one. Your best bet is to avoid lightning at all costs; just download a radar app to your phone and keep your eyes on the sky. 

For those of you who know me, know that, to me, fishing is more than just a game, it is a way of life. So fish hard and fish often!

If you are a fly fisherman, then you are typically doing business during the daytime hours, sight fishing for tarpon with 10-12 wt. fly rods. Depending on the conditions and tide, I fish a big area, from deep in the backcountry to the Oceanside, and everything in between. For my fly clients, I encourage them to book full-day trips, giving them the best possible chance of hooking up with one, if not several, tarpon. Half-day trips limit me to a certain area that may, or may not, be the best possible area to be in. Storms, water clarity, and boat traffic are all things that can be unpredictable and can ruin an area while fishing, so it helps to have some wiggle room and extra time.

For spin or bait anglers, it’s a different story as half-day trips can be very productive morning, noon, or night. Tides are the biggest factor when picking when to fish on bait or artificial. Certain areas are only productive during a falling tide, others incoming; this is true during the day and at night. Last year I did several trips from 3-7 a.m. when the tides were right, anchored or drifting baits like mullet, crabs, or big shrimp, with great success. But, finding clients that want to fish at these times can be challenging, as most of you are here on vacation. Getting up at 2 a.m. seems more like work to some and a call to action for others.

Something I want to mention is that, legally, tarpon over 40 inches are never to be removed from the water for any reason. In fact, no tarpon should be taken out of the water regardless of size. If you do so, you will damage the fish or perhaps kill it. Even if it swims away after, it still may have had internal damage and will suffer, if not die. I, myself, am guilty of this practice, but after talking with several of my peers, have sworn to change and encourage others to do so as well. If you really want that perfect picture, I suggest getting out in the water and taking a picture of it then, while it is still in the water. Or, bring it alongside of your boat and take several pictures with it in the water before releasing it. If we all practice this, we will have more tarpon to catch in the future.

For those of you who know me, know that to me, fishing is more than just a game, it is a way of life. So fish hard and fish often!

During this month, I get a good mix of experienced anglers looking for that fish of a lifetime, as well as spring breakers looking to bend a rod and have fun. I mainly target bonefish, permit, and tarpon this month, and there are no set hours. Tides and time of day play a critical role when looking for the best opportunity to target specific species. Last year, I had several requests for big tarpon on spin tackle and the clients wanted a guarantee. Well, anybody that fishes knows that there are no guarantees in fishing--all you can do is fish when the conditions are best. Last year, that was between 3-7 a.m. in Islamorada during certain tides, with live baits like mullet, ladyfish, or crabs. Now, fishing during these hours is a real commitment, but, if they wanted tarpon, I was going to give them the best opportunity that I could (those willing to get up at 2 a.m. and fish, that is). There are several advantages to fishing during these hours. To begin, there is very little fishing pressure during this time, so the fish eat very well. Secondly, in this case, every spot I went to was close to home which makes for a very short ride. It was common to have several hook-ups during the course of a 4-hour trip and, when fishing with crabs, we would sometimes catch a bonus permit while targeting the tarpon.

Most days, you can find me poling the flats of the Upper Keys with clients ideally looking for a flats slam on fly or spin tackle. Other days, we’ll be in the backcountry targeting redfish, tarpon, and snook, but, if the fishing out back is slow, it’s just a short ride to the oceanside flats and potential glory. That is the great thing about fishing the Upper Keys--the possibilities are damn near endless and, with plenty of area to fish, every day is an adventure.

For those of you who know me, know that to me, fishing is more than just a game, it is a way of life. So fish hard and fish often!

Springtime fishing is all about opportunities and being set up to take advantage of whatever gets thrown at you. By now, we should have already experienced the coldest days of the year, with a few more cold fronts to be expected this month, as we transition out of our wintertime fishery. During this time of year, the weather plays a huge role as to what species we target and when. Last year, I was lucky to have fly anglers fishing during the best weather days, and spin anglers during the less than perfect sight-fishing days. That’s me, but, if you are looking to target something, then I suggest that you give yourself a few days to do so rather than pick one day and hope the weather cooperates.

In the backcountry I spend a lot of time fishing for snook, redfish, and baby tarpon, on almost a daily basis, with fly and spin tackle. Baitfish or shrimp pattern flies seem to be the best all around flies targeting several species successfully. I start my day throwing either a dark or light version of my favorite pattern and see which one gets the most approvals. Additionally, every backcountry fly I have has some form of weed guard on it; when fishing around structure, or anywhere in Florida Bay, weed guards are a must.  But,  as I said before, not every day is stellar--that’s when I fall back on shark fishing on fly. For this, you really do not need perfect sight-fishing condition; all it takes is a stringer full of barracuda, ladyfish, mackerel, etc. The flies we use are nothing super special, just big red or green flies with a wire leader, tied to a 20lb. break section to keep it sporting. Sharks are typically common during the spring months and can provide lots of excitement and action.

Closer to home, I spend the rest of my days targeting bonefish, permit, and tarpon,  either in Islamorada or Key Largo. Everybody has their favorite tide to fish for different species, and it comes down to throwing flies or slinging bait. Luckily, here in the Upper Keys there is always something to target no matter what the tide, it just comes down to personnel preferences.

Interested in all this fly-fishing stuff? Then you are in luck! For the 27^th year, Florida Keys Outfitters is offering world-class fly-fishing instruction in a no pressure environment. Sessions take place over weekends during two full days, 9-5 (with lunch provided), where you will be taught all about the equipment, knots, casting, rigging, how to fight a fish, and how to work with a guide. Upcoming classes will be held the weekend of March 18^th, 2017, April 29^th, 2017, and June 24^th, 2017. To learn more about the classes or register, just contact Florida Keys Outfitters at (305) 664-5423, check out the web site: www.floridakeysoutfitters.com, or email: tackle@floridakeysoutfitters.com.

For those of you who know me, know that, to me, fishing is more than just a game, it is a way of life. So fish hard and fish often!

Over the past few years, I typically mention the great patch reef fishing we experience, and this year will be no different with lots of different species available. Everything from snapper to hogfish is on the table, with each trip producing a few surprises every time. I do not call these fishing trips, rather catching trips, which are great fun! These trips do not require a lot of fishing skill to have a good time. Shrimp is the best bait to fish with as we continue to experience shrimp runs these next few months. Remember, everything eats shrimp!

In the backcountry, snook tend to be one of the most abundant species available, along with redfish, black drum, sheepshead, and snappers. I try to encourage my clients to book full day trips, as most days we travel deep into the backcountry depending on temperature and tide. Again, live shrimp is the bait of choice, while Gulp-tipped jigs, and gold or silver spoons, are a close second to bait.

During February of last year, we experienced many calm winter days in which Florida Bay was inundated with lots of schools of tarpon; 40-60 lbs. with even larger ones pushing 100 lbs. or more. This only lasted a few weeks, until a strong cold front dropped the temperatures, pushing the tarpon out of the Bay. But, during that time, my clients experienced some of the best wintertime tarpon fishing I have ever seen. Now, I am not saying that this will happen again this year, but the possibility is always there.

For those of you who know me, know that to me, fishing is more than just a game, it is a way of life. So fish hard and fish often!

It’s wintertime here in the Upper Keys and, as we say goodbye to 2016, we look forward to 2017 and all of the new opportunities and challenges that we now face. The Chinese calendar calls 2017 the “Year of the Rooster”, but, to me, it will be remembered as the “Year of the Hog”, or hogfish, to be exact. This is because, as of January 1st, 2017, when fishing hogfish, they must now be 16 inches in length, with a limit of only one per person. That’s right. Things are changing. And if you want to avoid a fine the next time you go out, make sure you carry a current copy of the fishing regulations that can be found inside this, and every, issue of FishMonster Magazine

During the fall, we see lots of bait move into the Keys, bringing with it many hungry species. This past fall was no exception. As temperatures start to cool off further and cold fronts begin regularly moving through, the shrimp start running more frequently. This means that, during bait trips, I start fishing with more live shrimp than baitfish and the same can be said for the fly patterns I commonly utilize; more shrimp than baitfish. Basically EVERYTHING EATS SHRIMP.

During December, I spend most of my time either fishing the Oceanside flats for bonefish, permit, and the occasional small tarpon, or you can find me deep in the backcountry of Everglades National Park.  When fishing the backcountry of ENP, or what I call ‘The Dirty”, due to the typically muddy water, fish hunt more on smell than sight. This means multiple species can be caught by just simply fishing shrimp on the bottom, leading to lots of rod bending fun. Species like sheepshead, snapper, jacks, redfish, snook, tarpon, and some of the largest black drum of the year can all be caught, sometimes in the same spot. For these trips, I typically trailer my boat to Flamingo rather than take the bumpy ride across Florida Bay, giving my anglers more time for fishing and less time running.

While December is not a month known for great bonefishing you can have some fantastic days fishing the Oceanside of Key Largo this month. This type of fishing is extremely dependent on the weather conditions, so I inform my clients that having some flexibility to adjust their days of fishing due to the weather, is very beneficial. Bonefish move south in big schools as the barometer drops and water temperatures cool down, making the Oceanside flats a prime area to intercept these traveling schools. Permit and small tarpon can also be found, but not like the numbers of bonefish, giving anglers a shot at a “Flats Slam”. While not a typical target species, many flats hold barracuda of varying sizes that can break up the downtime between schools of bonefish.

Next month is your opportunity to fish the 2017 Islamorada Sailfly Tournament; strictly an all release team event that begins January 10th with a kick off party/Capt. Meeting, followed by two days of competitive tournament fishing. For more info contact Sandy Moret at (305) 664-5423 or sandy@floridakeysoutfitters.com. Hope to see you there!

For those of you who know me, know that to me, fishing is more than just a game, it is a way of life. So fish hard and fish often!

The important dates to remember during these next few months are November 1st, in which snook season ends for 2016, and January 1st, which is when grouper season closes. In the backcountry, the snook fishing has been solid with plenty of fish caught during our fall season. Live bait is the thing to have when targeting snook and, over the fall, we have seen lots of bait in the form of pilchards, spanish sardines, pinfish, and finger mullet. November is also the beginning of our dry season, a time in which we usually see a diminishing amount of rainfall, both over the mainland and here in the Keys. This translates to every run out from the mainland becoming a hot spot for fish, as all the bait is flushed into Florida Bay. Species like redfish, snook, jacks, black drum, snappers, and sharks, just to name a few, can be found with consistency. Grouper in the backcountry depend heavily on the water temperatures; every winter is different, some are strong and others weak, in regards to the temperatures. If we have several strong cold fronts, then the grouper will move into the backcountry in greater numbers. These backcountry brawlers can put your tackle to the test, but are a welcome surprise when looking for dinner.

As I mentioned before, we will begin to see our first shrimp runs as we get into November. Every year people ask me when the best time to go and net shrimp is. Traditionally, the best time is right after the arrival of a cold front, with strong northern winds over the period of a full moon. However, I have seen this not be the case with the most impressive shrimp run I have encountered happening one year in April, during a new moon phase in 80 degree water temperatures. So, I am not the authority on shrimp runs. If you are, please contact me and share your wisdom. I love shrimp and so does everything else around here. A lot of the flys I have my clients throw are basic shrimp patterns, both on the ocean side flats, as well as the backcountry.

During the days when the wind is blowing out of the north 20-30mph, I encourage my clients to take a ride as we trailer over to Flamingo and spend the day “fishing the dirty”. By this, I mean the dirty waters of Everglades National Park. Most days I will traverse the Bay from Key Largo or Islamorada and fish. The big advantage of trailering is you avoid the rough ride across the Bay and you get more fishing time in; with the only drawback being the almost 2 hour drive to Flamingo. When “fishing the dirty”, a simple knocker rig with live or dead shrimp will cover almost every species you could want to target. Species like black drum, redfish, snook, sheepshead, snapper, and jacks make regular appearances during a day. While this is great rod bending action, some days we get runs of large black drum up to 30lbs that can change the mentality of everyone onboard. Just remember while these big black drum are fun to catch, you always release them as they are usually packed with worms.

The 5th annual Cheeca Lodge All American Backcountry Fishing Tournament will begin November 10th through Saturday, November 12th, 2016. This is an all release tournament for tarpon, bonefish, permit, snook, and redfish. All proceeds will benefit the Guides Trust Foundation, a local organization that assists Florida Keys fishing guides in times of need, in addition to awarding scholarships to local students. For more information about the tournament rules or to acquire additional entry forms contact Lisa Thornhill (305) 517-4512 or email lthornhill@cheeca.com.

For those of you who know me, know that to me, fishing is more than just a game, it is a way of life. So fish hard and fish often!

If you have read any of my articles over the years covering this time of year then you know that this is my favorite time of the year to fish for several reasons. The King tide we experience moves a lot of water on and off our local flats making for perfect conditions to hunt permit and bonefish on fly or spin tackle. This can also be experienced in the backcountry as well, moving good amounts of bait through out Florida Bay. Making any point, bottleneck, or shoreline with structure prime ambush spots for snook, jacks, redfish, tarpon, seatrout, grouper, and sharks. During these two months we also see our annual migration of small finger mullet, which move south along both the East and West coasts. Pretty much everything eats these tiny morsels and is not shy about doing so. Schools of mullet can be seen getting attacked by big tarpon, jacks, barracuda, and some of the largest snappers both mangrove and cubera I see all year.

I get several backcountry trips these months where my anglers want to solely target snook since their season opens September 1st at midnight. Snook have a really hard time passing up fresh live baits like pinfish, pilchards or finger mullet. Most days finding the bait is easy but others it seems impossible, either the baits are way too small, too big, or non-existent. These are the days when artificial lures earn their money. Some of my favorites include top-water lures black or white, 7-10 inch long Hogy soft baits rigged weedless, and the classic ¼-½ ounce Johnson weedless spoon silver or black.

One issue I run into from time to time is that when you find snook in numbers you will also find the sharks. Mostly angry lemon sharks with the occasional bull shark. Once we lose one or two snook I leave the area and encourage others to do the same. Sharks are really good at their job and even if they don’t get your fish before it gets to the boat, they usually do after it has been released. I have witnessed sharks chasing snook into thick cover in impossibly shallow water, and even under the boat. I have hooked these sharks, fought, and released them only to watch them come back and wait for their next meal. I have had this happen with snook, redfish, permit, and bonefish; in the backcountry, oceanside flats and wrecks found offshore. I really encourage you to move to another spot and not give these toothy predators a hankering for whatever you are targeting.

Night trips are a great option for fishing in more comfortable conditions than during the hottest parts of the day. Species like snook, snapper, and tarpon feed more actively at night and are more willing to take bait with out suspicion. Tides are important for this type of fishing so talk with your guide about optimal times to fish at night. Then be prepared for the answer. Example: I had a client that had to catch his first tarpon, he had been on other trips where they found fish but never landed one. He wanted me to guarantee him a fish. After a quick look at the tides I told him to meet me at Dove Creek Lodge at 2. He was excited until I told him AM. He began to explain that he was on vacation, and I reminded him that he wanted a guarantee. We fished from 2-6am, hooked 6 tarpon and landed 3.

For those of you who know me, know that to me, fishing is more than just a game, it is a way of life. So fish hard and fish often!

As you read this article I am almost certain that most of the articles in this months issue of Fishmonster Magazine will mostly cover tarpon. Because of this I will get to the tarpon talk a little later but for now lets talk flats slam (bonefish, permit, tarpon).

May/June are prime months to catch a flats slam, with tarpon so available, the areas we target bonefish and permit are just a stones throw away, and some days are even the same general spots. Now I love me a good fly fisherman but I will typically have a live well full of shrimp and crabs ready for those sight fishing bait slingers out there all month long.

Bonefish and permit fishing depends greatly on the tides, certain flats are only good during specific stages of the tide and time of day does come into play. I also find that adaptation is key to success. Not every day is going to have Chamber of Commerce weather, and some days the conditions make sight fishing nearly impossible. However if you are willing to, what I call “turn to the dark side”, and pick up a spin rod you can still be successful even with no visibility. But ultimately it is your choice.

I typically fish baits for bonefish and permit with Owner Mutu Light circle hooks sizes 1/0-3/0 depending on the size of the bait I am using. My line is 8-15lb braided depending on the type of flat I am fishing, for the past few years I have really become a fan of yellow braided line. I find that I and my clients can see it better, typically when fishing 2 or more anglers I will have one fishing a green line and the other yellow. This really helps when line become tangled and I have not seen a difference in the yellow line vs. the green when it comes to spooking fish.

Now lets talk some TARPON! Almost every year I get at least one or two customers that want me to guarantee them a tarpon. Otherwise they will keep calling around until they do find a captain that will guarantee them a fish. For this I first tell them that there are no guarantees in fishing.  Then explain, in order to give them the very best chance of catching a tarpon that we need to go at night, tarpon feed mostly at night. This type of fishing is mostly done with live baits like mullet and crabs although fly fishing is possible, most choose to fly fish during the day. The problem is the time of night we go. As most guides I like to fish certain areas during certain stages of the tide coupled with the moon phase and wind direction. I prefer to set these trips up weeks in advance when I know the best times and tides to fish. However, you often get calls for trips at the last minute so . . .

I remember one client who I told to meet me at the dock at 3, he asked pm, to which I responded am. After reminding me that he was on vacation and had never gotten up so early in his life, I reminded him that he wanted a guarantee, he agreed. We fished until 7am, landed 3 tarpon up to 120lbs and lost 3 more. An excellent trip! The next year the same client returned ready to head out at 3am again however it was a different week in June and the tides dictated that we fish 7-11pm with live mullet. Day or night the bite changes daily, adaptation is key to being a successful tarpon fisherman. Tarpon Fever is here; catch it!

For those of you who know me, know that to me, fishing is more than just a game, it is a way of life. So fish hard and fish often.