Greater Amberjack–Natural North Florida’s “Reef Donkeys”

Amberjack are found throughout Florida’s offshore marine environment. The species is very strongly associated with wrecks and artificial reefs in waters that exceed 60 feet in depth. Amberjack swim in schools and feed on baitfish, squid and crabs. Anglers typically use 50 to 100 pound tackle, but lighter tackle can also be used in many …

“Pinks” and “Blacks”–Fun Fish to Catch; Great Fish to Eat!

Due to regulations, one of Florida’s most popular Gulf reef fish, gag grouper, is off limits until June.  And when February gets here, expect a two-month closure of all other Gulf grouper species, especially tasty red grouper.  However, in the meantime, there are excellent opportunities for feeding your family with offshore fish.  Anglers leaving Big …

Looking for a Red Snapper Charter from Steinhatchee? Contact Big Bend Charters!

If you don’t have a passel of fishing partners, Capt. Brian Smith of Big Bend Charters in Steinhatchee has just the deal for you.  Brian occasionally has extra fishing spots aboard his comfortable 32-foot, twin-Suziki-powered catamaran and makes special prices to individual anglers in order to fill that space. An upcoming ‘deal’ is on Friday, …