For many years I’ve found ways to get away from late summer in South Florida for at least a month. I was fortunate enough to be able to spend the last three in Chicago. That is the perfect time to be there. It is still warm enough to get outside and be active, but cool … Continue reading “Surreal Salmon”
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Permit Me
April-May is my favorite time of the year in the Florida Keys. One of the many reasons has to do with what I feel is the most exciting species to pursue: Permit. Members of the jack family, permit (Trachinotus falcatusare) are one of the most sought after fish on the Florida Keys flats. While bonefish … Continue reading “Permit Me”
The Florida Keys Sawfish AKA Mud Marlin
I met one of my best friends while attending the University of West Florida in Pensacola over 20 years ago. Parker and I were in a class together and had a mutual friend. When we figured out that we were both South Floridians with the same passion for fishing, the transition from classmates to best … Continue reading “The Florida Keys Sawfish AKA Mud Marlin”
Fish Points with Dad
My father and I have been fishing in South Florida together for as long as I can remember. His father fished with him from an early age as well. Their front yard was the beach in Tela, Honduras. Some of my father’s favorite memories were when they used to wake up, grab their rods, walk … Continue reading “Fish Points with Dad”
Salmon Fishing in Chicago: Who Knew?
I love South Florida. I was born and raised here and I will most probably die here. For a long time however, I looked for an opportunity to leave the heat, humidity and bugs of the summer and live somewhere different for a few months of the year. I considered Maine, Vancouver, Alaska and Colorado … Continue reading “Salmon Fishing in Chicago: Who Knew?”
Angler vs. Sailfish vs. Shark
The guys I grew up and am still friends with are all avid anglers. As far back as junior high school, we used to skip class and go fishing. We’d load our gear on the back of our bikes and spend the day at our favorite spots around South Miami. We’d be sure to cover up with … Continue reading “Angler vs. Sailfish vs. Shark”
