The Reel Coquina Fishing Blog | Fishing in Florida

Yes. Winter fishing in St. Pete can be very good because cooler water puts several dependable inshore and Gulf species into clear seasonal patterns...

  Hogfish can be caught year-round in Gulf waters off St. Petersburg, but winter is one of the most practical times to target them on rod and reel....

Amberjack fishing near St. Petersburg is an offshore trip built around power. Greater amberjack hold near wrecks, reefs, ledges, and other tall str...

Let's talk about tuna. There's tuna in a sushi bar, tuna in a can, tuna steak on a grill, and the tuna that crosses entire oceans in a single seaso...

Most anglers around St. Petersburg run a braided line as their main line, which means the leader takes the first hit. It drags along the mangroves ...

Fishing has always been more than a way to eat. It built towns, fed families, and kept people close to the sea. Along Florida’s Gulf, that same pul...

There’s a reason millions of people turn to fishing when they need a reset. You step onto a boat, smell the fresh air, and something shifts before ...

Get your fishing rod, fishing reel, and fishing line ready. Our simple guide shows beginners how to string a fishing pole like a pro. If you’ve jus...

Planning a family fishing trip is a simple way to get everyone outside and spending time together. You don't need advanced skills or expensive gear...

If you’re looking for hard-fighting fish and nonstop action, bottom fishing is one of the best ways to catch fish in saltwater. Whether you’re fish...

Fishing offers something for everyone, whether you’re a new angler learning the fishing basics or one of those more experienced anglers chasing big...

When it comes to successful fishing, especially in clear waters, the color of your fishing line matters. Chuck Bauer, a renowned bass fishing exper...