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The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to celebrate than by showing the anglers and outdoor enthusiasts in your life that you truly understand their passion? Finding the right gift can feel as tricky as reeling in a trophy fsh, but fear not! We’ve got some fantastic ideas that will have them casting their lines with glee.
As the holiday season rolls around, remember that the best gifts come from the heart. Whether it’s a high-tech fshing gadget, some fshing apparel or even a new boat or motor, these thoughtful presents are sure to delight the anglers and outdoor enthusiasts in your life. So, cast your line into the sea of gift ideas...you’re bound to reel in something special!
LAST CHANCE FOR GROUPER ROMANCE
Depending on where you live, December could be the last month for all grouper harvest. I think red and black grouper will still be available in Florida’s East Coast, while red and scamp grouper will be available in Georgia and the Carolinas. !is is when the bite is the best. I’ve always said that the week of Christmas is the apex of grouper shing and I’ll stand by that statement. !e month of November was on re here in the Carolinas. Even though we can’t keep gag, grouper and American red snapper have been plentiful. !e good news is the light line has been working well.
!e key to nding good bait is a tackle shop that keeps beautiful, frozen cigar minnows and sardines. !ese baits are the ticket to good bottom bites and the light line going o . Needless to say, live cigars and live sardines are extremely e ective on the light line and under the kite, but frozen ones work well also. Live menhaden and pin sh are always a smart play to have in the live well before heading o shore. If you nd live cigar minnows and live sardines, all the better, but if you don’t, at least you have those two for live baits on the bottom and for the light line.
A live sardine or a live cigar on the correct jig has a life expectancy of just a few seconds. !is is where it pays o to nd a shop that carries beautiful (frozen) bait. When you open up a box of frozen cigar minnows and see beautiful, clear eyes and yellow on the tails you’ve got a box of bites in your hands. If you have a frozen box of cloudy-eyed, mushy cigar minnows, then you might not nd what you’re looking for on the bottom or on the light line. If you nd large schools of cigars or sardines, it o en pays to spend a little bit of time to catch them. !is always results in bites, whereas the frozen minnows work most of the time.
!e Sabiki can be the most valuable player of all. Just like you use a dehooker to remove your grouper and snapper from the hook, use a dehooker to remove your cigar, minnows and sardines from the Sabiki hook. !is keeps those small needles and sharp hooks out of your hands and it’s better for the minnows and the live well not to handle them with your hands.
Don’t be surprised if you catch these sh in extremely shallow water this month. !e 66- to 68-degree temperature break can be magical this month for the light line. No telling what you’ll catch. Everything can be there, from kings to wahoo and everything in between.
I said all that to say this: Get out there with some pretty bait and go harvesting some good dinners!
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TAMPA BAY FISHING REPORT
Late Fall Fishing
shallower areas.
As water temperatures drop, snook begin to move from their usual locations. The recent cooling trend has prompted these fish to relocate, and most have now settled into their late fall habitats. There are preferred locations for snook during this period. Snook can primarily be found in deeper water environments. These include canals, creeks, rivers, and channels where the water tends to be warmer than in
BY: CAPT. WADE OSBORNE
An effective fishing strategy for anglers seeking large snook is to target areas along mangrove edges that are adjacent to deep water drop-offs. When targeting snook in these deeper areas, anglers should use tactics that account for the slower metabolism of the fish due to cooler water. Live bait, such as shrimp or small baitfish, can be especially effective, and working lures slowly along the bottom often yields better results.
Snook change their behavior and feeding patterns during the cooler months. Due to the slower metabolism of all fish during cooler times, the slower your bait presentation, the better.
Redfish, on the other hand, are more cold water tolerant and not as sluggish. Due to the severe low tides of late, concentrate your efforts for redfish in many of the same locations as for snook. Redfish and snook do co-habitat so, many times, you’ll find both species in the same locations.
Additionally, anglers should pay close attention to tidal movements, as redfish and snook are often more active during outgoing tides when bait is flushed from the surrounding shallower areas into deeper water.
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By: Capt. George Hastick
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BY: CAPT. ANTHONY CORCELLA
Winter Is Coming
The weekly cold fronts have arrived. This can make fishing difficult, if you don't have a plan. The snook have begun to move to their backwater winter homes, the redfish will get lockjaw after the front, and the trout can be hit or miss on the flats. You have to adjust your plan, if you want to put a bend in your rod. Luckily, there are options. Some of the biggest negative tides of the year are coming up. This will trap the fish in the potholes and channels.
Live Shrimp are a best bet. For artificial, go with a soft body jig or a suspending bait like a Mirro-lure. The water is crystal clear this time of year, so don't be afraid to drop down on your leader to 15-pound flouro.
A best bet is fishing the many residential docks that line the Bay. Sheepshead, black drum, redfish, trout, flounder, and snapper will stack up under the docks and can provide nonstop action. The additional bonus is that many of the docks are protected from the harsh northern winds.
Again, live shrimp are your best bet. Soft body jigs like Gulp can fill the cooler, as well. When fishing the docks, pay attention to the direction of the current. Make your presentation in the direction of the flow. Live shrimp should be free lined with the addition of a small splits hot, if needed. Throw lures up-current, and work them back towards the structure--slowly.
Winter fishing is all about slowing things down. If you’re cold, the fish are too.
The final option is targeting sheepshead. As mentioned, they will be found at residential docks, but the hot action will be at area bridges. The Skyway, Dick Misner, and Gandy bridges all are famous for both big fish and hot action. Knocker-rigged shrimp, both live and dead and cut in pieces are a popular choice. Fiddler crabs and barnacles, also, work well. Use the smallest hooks and lightest line and weights you can get away with. The sheepshead are notorious bait stealers. Sometimes, when you feel the bite it's too late. That's why they wear stripes. They earned the nickname "convict fish" for a reason.
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e recently had a visitor from Central America and the southwest here on the west coast of Florida. A Groove-billed Ani was found
to go to the Texas/Mexican border where they’re known to breed, but vagrant individuals can be found throughout the Gulf Coast on occasion. They feed on a large variety of insects, berries, nuts, and small reptiles. Anis are very hard to see, at times, because they often hide in thick vegetation and can be quite shy. Small grooves on their bill help distinguish the Groove-billed from the Smooth-billed Ani, which is found more on the island habitats of the Caribbean.
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Winter Bait Stealers Sheepshead
December typically marks the beginning of the season for sheepshead (Archosargus probatocephalus), an inshore member of the porgy family. Sheepshead are a common North American species found from Cape Cod to Florida and the Gulf of Mexico. After the summer months, targeting sheepshead provides an alternative to catching species such as snook, redfish, and trout. In Tampa Bay, sheepshead are sometimes referred to as "convict fish" due to their ability to remove bait without being detected.
Sheepshead primarily feed on shrimp, fiddler crabs, small crabs, bloodworms, sand fleas, and barnacles. Their diet leads them to frequent areas around docks, bridges, and similar structures where crustaceans are present. On light tackle, sheepshead are known for their strength, particularly larger females that can exceed 12 pounds. These females migrate from the Gulf of Mexico to spawn, typically arriving between early and mid-December and departing by
Check list:
• Check your hooks often. The sheep type teeth tend to break the circle hooks at the bend or tip making for lost fish.
• Avoid soft tip rods. You need pressure on them to set the hook.
• Keep your rod tip almost touching the water when fishing from a boat, no slack line or you will not feel the bite.
• Avoid large baits; they have small mouths.
early March, depending on water temperatures.
Fishing techniques should be adjusted according to location. When targeting sheepshead near bridges and docks, utilize medium spinning tackle equipped with 15-pound test braided line and a 25-pound test fluorocarbon leader paired with a #1 hook. Fish inhabiting these areas are typically smaller males, generally weighing between 1 and 3 pounds. Larger female specimens tend to reside in deeper sections of the Bay frequenting ledges, wrecks, and rock piles at depths ranging from 12 to 30 feet and averaging between 4 and 12 pounds. For these larger fish, it is advisable to employ heavier equipment, such as a 7-foot medium-heavy action rod matched with a larger spinning reel, rigged with
• Replace or sharpen the hook often; they need to be sharp.
• When fishing under a bridge or along seawall, scrape the barnacles. This creates a chum slick drawing sheepshead to the source of food. It is like having a taco bus show up.
• Always have the point of the hook exposed.
Tackle:
• Blackfin 7’ medium and medium heavy spinning rods.
• Blackfin 4000 saltwater spinning reels.
• FINS braided line 20-pound test. I prefer white or yellow line for sheepshead fishing.
• Lee Fisher Sports 25-pound fluorocarbon leader. The leader should be at least 30-inches long.
• Lee Fisher Sports Triden #1 or 1/0 circle hooks. The three most important things to look for in a hook is strength, size, and sharpness.
BY: CAPT. SERGIO ATANES
20-pound test braided line and a 25-pound test fluorocarbon leader, and secured with a loop knot to a 1/0 hook. A Texas rig setup is recommended, with the sinker positioned on the leader just above the hook. Incorporating a small glow soft bead can prevent the sinker from contacting the knot and may help attract larger fish. Sinker weight should be selected based on water depth and tidal movement, be ginning at 3/8 oz. and increasing up to 1 oz., as conditions require. Lighter weights enhance bite detection, while insufficient weight may cause bait to drift off the bottom reducing opportunities for sheepshead to locate and consume it.
Use live shrimp, fresh dead shrimp, fiddler crabs, bloodworms, and sand fleas. Fiddlers and sand fleas work best, but lack of time on my part to catch them drops down to second best with live shrimp and bloodworms. Since sheepshead are bait stealers, regular shrimp works best. Do not waste money on medium or large shrimp, it is just more bait for them to steal. My favorite artificial baits are Fishbites strips in either sand flea or shrimp flavor.
From shore look for sheepshead around bridges, docks, and rocky areas. On the water, their favorite spots are artificial reefs, wrecks (16 in Tampa Bay), ledges, and rocky bottom. Remember, the deeper water holds the bigger fish.
Fishing for the thieves of Tampa Bay is a fun and rewarding experience. Hooking and fighting an 8 or 10-pound sheepshead will put a big smile on your face; and, if you have kids, they will love the experience.
— Capt. Sergio Atanes is host of Florida West Coast Fishing Report on Facebook and YouTube. He also hosts Fishing Adventures Florida TV show airing on YouTube, Waypoint TV, Carbon TV, Outdoor Action, and Angling TV. Owner of Reelfishy.com Charter business covering the west coast of Florida with over 135 captains on staff. For information contact Capt. Sergio at (813) 973-7132 email: atanes@msn.com.
Adjusting your fishing schedule to coincide with these tidal changes can dramatically improve your chances of success.
The spotted seatrout fishing remains one of the most productive of the three species, if you’re counting on fish for dinner. Trout really stack up in the cooler months. Not only do you catch spotted seatrout, but there’s always a good mix of silver trout.
Seatrout aren’t too picky in their selection of bait, either. Now is a good time to experiment. Live bait, shrimp, jigs, spoons, top waters, and suspended hard baits all produce strikes.
During periods of low tide, water levels drop significantly, concentrating fish into smaller areas and making them more accessible to anglers. Timing your outings to coincide with these low tide windows can increase your chances of encountering active fish in channels and deeper pockets. Be mindful of subtle changes in water depth and structure, as fish often gather near submerged ledges and holes during these times.
When fishing these species during low tides, stealth and quiet approaches are essential, as fish can be easily spooked in confined waters. Using lighter tackle and making longer casts can help prevent disturbing the fish and increase your chances of a successful catch. Don't overlook the importance of natural presentation and matching the hatch to the forage available in the area, for best results.
Tampa Bay also has two power plants. Their warm water outflows extend hundreds of yards from the plant and attract multiple species of fish. Some notables are cobia, sharks, and Spanish mackerel. Added to the mix are the hard fighting jack crevalle and the acrobatic ladyfish.
These warm water discharges create unique microclimates that can keep fish active, even during colder spells, providing anglers with consistent action when other areas slow down. Early mornings and late afternoons near these outflows are often the most productive times to target these diverse species, as fish congregate in the warmer currents seeking both comfort and abundant food sources.
In addition to monitoring water temperature and tides, weather patterns can also play a significant role in fishing success. Overcast days often encourage fish to venture out from cover, making them more receptive to feeding. Conversely, bright sunny conditions may prompt fish to seek shade or deeper water, so adapting your approach to the day's weather can enhance your overall catch.
Regarding bait, bigger isn’t always better when it comes to fishing during cooler months. As the metabolism slows in fish, they prefer smaller bait fish. The same goes with shrimp. When buying shrimp, go for the medium-size--not the jumbo. Remember, elephants eat peanuts! Afishionado, “Adventures in Fishing.”
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Power Plant Fishing in Tampa Bay:
Sharks, Cobia, and Non-Stop Action
BY: CAPT. JOSHUA TAYLOR
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When Winter Heats Up in Tampa Bay
When the cooler months roll into Florida, most people pack away their summer gear; but, here in Tampa Bay, that’s when things really heat up around the power plants. Warm water discharges from local power stations create an incredible feeding zone that draws in sharks, cobia, jacks, and other powerful species. If you’re looking for hard-fighting fish without running 20 miles offshore, power plant fishing offers some of the most exciting action you can find in the winter months.
Why Power Plant Outflows Work So Well
Rigs and Tackle for Sharks
Sharks are often the first to show up, once the water starts to chill. For these powerful predators, I like to run a stout 7 to 8-foot rod paired with a heavy spinning or conventional reel spooled with 50 to 80-pound braid.
The warm-water outflows act like a magnet. Baitfish stack up in these areas seeking warmth, and wherever there’s bait, predators are never far behind. On cold winter mornings, the temperature difference can be dra m atic—sometimes enough to keep big fish active while the rest of the Bay slows to a crawl. These discharges create mini ecosystems of energy and opportunity, and seasoned anglers know this is where the real action starts.
BY: CAPT. GEORGE HASTICK
Play the Warm Days in December FOR A HOT BITE!
December can be a phenomenal month for catching the inshore slam and for sight fishing, since the water clarity is usually very good in December. You will have cold fronts that come through and slow the bite down. On those days, you can leave the snook fishing alone and target the trout and redfish. If it is very cold, then you could switch to targeting trout and sheepshead that are more apt to bite during those colder days.
Now, when you get a few days in a row of warmer weather, this is where the magic can really happen. Those snook and redfish that slowed down (especially snook) due to the cold days are going to put the feed bags on to make up for not feeding during the cold front days to prepare for the next front.
During these days, it would be good to have shrimp, cut bait, and live scaled sardines to have all of your bases covered, along with Saltwater Assassin’s 4-inch Sea Shad, 4-inch shrimp, and their 3.5-inch lit’l P&V, if you like throwing artificials. They all come scented but, if you want to add a little more kick to your baits, add some Pro-Cure Super Gel Bait scents to them, like the inshore or shrimp scents.
Areas to look for your fish will change by the day and, sometimes, by the hour if you have a day that is heating up nicely. Your snook will have moved into the backwaters, the deeper canals and docks, power plants, and rivers to name a few areas. You might even see some juvenile tarpon at the power plants and rivers trying to stay warm.
Some of the flats will have deeper waters, deep holes or a deeper channel adjacent to them, and those areas will usually hold fish during the night. The fish will drop into those areas, because it takes longer for the deeper water to cool off. The flats will cool off fast once the sun goes down, and even faster if it is windy.
The next morning, fish in those deeper areas and make sure your baits are getting all the way down to the bottom where the fish are. Dark muddy bottom holds fish, because the dark mud heats up during the day and retains some of that heat longer. If using artificials, I like to throw a 1/4-ounce jig head to be able to cast farther but, also, get down to the bottom where the strike zone is. Now, on those warmer days we hope for, the shallow flat next to the deep water will heat up a lot faster, and the fish will put on the feed bags and roam those flats looking for a meal. If you spot a snook, trout or redfish, do not cast too close to them, as you will spook them in that shallow water. Instead, cast ahead of them in the direction they are swimming, and let them find your bait for better success.
I like to use an Okuma Epixor medium rod with med fast action along with an Inspira ISX 4000 reel, loaded with 15lb Fins Windtamer braid, 4 to 5 feet of 25-pound Seaguar fluorocarbon leader and an owner 1/0 to 2/0 circle hook.
— Capt. George Hastick of “Fish Hunter Fishing Charters” in St. Petersburg, Fl. is the cohost of Florida West Coast Fishing Report and co-hosts Fishing Adventures Florida which is on five streaming channels and You Tube. He has been fishing the waters of the Tampa Bay area for over 40 years and guiding over 20 years.
Sea Lime Lures Brings Patented Design to Offshore Trolling TAMPA BAY INNOVATION:
In a sport where lure design has remained largely unchanged for decades, Tampa-based Sea Lime Lures is making waves with a fresh approach to offshore trolling. Founded by Clint Owens and his wife, Bright, the company has developed patented lures that mimic natural fish movement in ways traditional designs simply can't replicate.
The inspiration for the breakthrough design came from an unexpected moment. Owens traces it back to a red light in New York City, watching a flag wave in the wind. The fluid, natural movement struck him: that's how a fish moves through the water. Not rigid and mechanical, but organic and unpredictable, responding to currents the way a real baitfish does.
"We saw an opportunity to reimagine how lures move through the water," says Owens. "The goal was to create something that doesn't just look like baitfish, but swims like them."
What sets Sea Lime apart is their commitment to both innovation and
locality. Every lure is designed and manufactured right here in the United States, with many materials sourced in Florida. In an era when most fishing gear is mass-produced overseas, Sea Lime's American-made approach resonates with anglers who value quality craftsmanship and supporting local manufacturing.
The company's patented design focuses on replicating the erratic, lifelike action that triggers strikes from pelagic species. Rather than the rigid swimming pattern of conventional trolling lures, Sea Lime's lures incorporate features that create more natural movement – the kind of unpredictable motion that mimics a fleeing baitfish.
For Tampa Bay anglers heading offshore for kingfish, wahoo, tuna, and billfish, the local connection adds another dimension to the appeal. Owens understands the waters, the species, and the conditions because he fishes them himself. That hands-on testing and refinement process happens in the same Florida waters where many anglers like him spend their weekends.
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RECIPES
Sea W orthy CRAB CAKES
Crab cakes are an old favorite --fast, easy and yummy.
Crab Cake Ingredients: (makes 8 crab cakes)
• 1/2 red pepper chopped
• 1/3 of a cup of sweet onion chopped
• 16-ounce Lump crab meat. If canned rinse to get flavor back
• 1/2 cup of good mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup of Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 egg
• 1/2 of a lemon squeezed
• 1 1/2 cups of bread crumbs
• Olive oil or cooking oil for sauté
• Dash of salt & pepper
Sauté chopped peppers and onions in olive oil until onions are clear--about 4 minutes.
Combine all ingredients and mix evenly. Make 8 patties using your hands to mold them. Heat oil to medium high heat. Place patties in cooking oil and brown both sides until crisp, but not burned.
Place cooked crab cakes on paper towel to absorb excess oil. They are now ready to be served with a lemon wedge and your choice of sauce. A mustard sauce for stone crabs is my favorite. Cocktail or tartar sauce are also good choices.
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BULL SHARKS IN THE LAKE AT SUNWEST PARK IN HUDSON, FLORIDA!
About a month ago I saw someone post a video of two bullsharks eating a dead mullet in the shallows at SunWest Park in Hudson, Florida. Since then I have made it a mission to go and catch one and have put many hours into making it happen. These sharks have been hooked many times by other people, but no one has successfully landed one per the park rangers.
I went there about four times loaded with chum and tons of dead bait like chunks of stingray, mullet, jack, mackerel, etc. These guys were very shy of steel leaders, so I decided to drop down to some heavy monofilament line— which resulted in my first bite and a long fight!
After getting one to my feet—and losing him due to him biting through the line, I tried heavier chum with steel leader only to find out they were too smart to eat it. Finally, I got a few huge live baits and sent them in the middle on steel leader and, sure enough, my line got tight!
This just goes to show you that you never know what’s in a body of water in Florida! These are landlocked lakes that have no ocean access, except for when we have a bad hurricane and the flooded tides were significant for these guys to enter the lake.
Photos, words and video by @fishing.with.guy on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
NEW PORT RICHEY REPORT
BY: CAPT. BILL RUTHERFORD
Candy Canes, Cold Fronts & CoolerFilling Catches
Santa’s sleigh is full of sheepshead, black drum, and big ol’ yellowmouths! December is “the most wonderful time of year” for holiday cheer and for the inshore anglers to fill their coolers with plenty of delicious and sustainable (more on that later) table fare.
Water temps in the 60s and below signal the time to load up your bucket with shrimp and fiddlers and head to the bridges, deep holes or shallow water rock piles that are abundant in the New Port Richey/Hudson area. Clear winter water calls for using light gear. I don’t use more than 15-pound fluorocarbon and size 1, or smaller, hooks. If you fish lower tides, you can find pockets of deeper water back in the Salt Springs area, or fish the neighborhood canals, which tend to be deep in our area. Using a split shot or a very light jig head, drop the fiddler or small-to-regular size shrimp down into the holes or dock pilings and get ready to pull out plenty of black drum, sheeps and small-to-medium sized redfish that are stacked up in there trying to stay warm.
Big trout are a different story entirely. They like to hang back in the creeks, where the water is moving quickly and feed on bigger baits. Think baits that you would use to fish for big snook. Jumbo shrimp and medium pinfish will work, if you don’t like to throw a cast net; but, I like to use large greenbacks and finger mullet to keep the bycatch to a minimum. Drift them back with the current under a popping cork to keep your baits off the bottom. Large trout can lay up to 10 MILLION eggs per spawning event! With that knowledge, please take care of these fish by wetting your hands before grabbing them, and giving them ample time during the release to come back to life. I know you are allowed to keep one over 19 inches in our area, but that doesn’t mean you have to.
— Captain Bill is a Florida native who grew up fishing the Gulf Coast. Being a proud Army Vet himself, he founded a charity called VetCatch that takes disabled veterans on cost free fishing trips in the Tampa Bay area. He guides out of New Port Richey fishing a 24-foot Shoalwater tower boat as well as the custom 25-foot VetCatch pontoon if needed for elderly/disabled fisherman. www.rustybucket.fish.
COASTAL ANGLER BRAG BOARD
Liam Rerucha’s first 40+ inch snook, hooked on artificial.
Eric Henderson got this 14-inch sheepshead while doing some night fihsing off the docks.
Using a live shrimp, four-year-old Bryson landed his personal best redfish before school. He also outfished his dad that morning!
catching smaller redfish using 15 lb. test when this giant ate it underneath some deep mangroves. He had to pull the 41-inch fish out from under the trees three times on that leader and somehow got it to the boat, proudly joining the ”40 Inch Club.”
Awesome memory and monster fish for Britney Brown! This 46-inch bull red hit her free lined bait as soon as it hit the water. safely caught and released...
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59th Annual Madeira Beach Festival of Lights Boat Parade
December 13th, 2025
If you are looking for something unique, festive and fun to do with your friends and family this Holliday Season, consider entering your boat in the Lighted Boat Parade. On December 13th, the City of Madeira Beach will hold its 59th Annual Festival of Lights Boat Parade. The Parade is a ton of fun for all ages and really gets the Holiday season into full swing. In years past, we have had over 40 boats participate and brought festive cheer to tens of thousands of spectators.
The Parade will begin at 6:30pm in front of American Legion post #273. From there we will head across the ICW to ROC Park in Madeira Beach where they will be hosting a Merry Market with food, fun, games and Santa! After that, the Parade will work its way South through all the finger canals in Madeira Beach ending in John’s Pass. The Parade is free for everyone, and there will be over $3,500 in cash prizes for the top 10 boats.
If you don’t have a boat, but would still like to watch the Parade, you can go to ROC Park (6:30pm) or John’s Pass Boardwalk around 9:00pm.
To register for the 59th Annual Madeira Beach Boat Parade, come into the Ship Store @ 503 150th Avenue Madeira Beach Fl, 33708. Or call 727-399-2631.
Happy Holidays, Brian Crabtree
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STOCKING STUFFERS FOR BASS ANGLERS WHO HAVE EVERYTHING
CAPT. TYLER WOOLCOTT
Shopping for a bass sherman isn’t easy.
Most of us already have enough rods and tackle boxes to ll a garage, and we’re picky about every lure we throw. But that’s what makes stocking stu ers the ideal gi!s: they are small, useful gi!s that actually get used on the water.
An absolute can’t miss item is shing line. A spool of Su x line is my recommendation, whether it’s 832 braid or Advance uorocarbon. is is one of those gi!s that every bass sherman truly appreciates. It’s the kind of thing we always need but hate spending money, making it a perfect stocking surprise.
If you want to add some color and action, grab a few packs of CrushCity so! plastics. eir Bronco Bugs, Cleanup Craws, and Freeloader minnows at out catch sh, and you can’t go wrong with their proven colors. Toss a couple of those in a stocking and you will win Christmas morning.
For the gear junkies, think about tools and tackle organization. A pair of Rapala pliers, some hook removers, or one of their waterproof tackle boxes are small but mighty gi!s that make a big di erence on the water. Every angler loves having their gear dialed in, and Rapala makes stu that actually holds up. Don’t forget about gi!ing some comfort on those long, sunny days. Chums makes a ton of great accessories like sunglass retainers, oating keychains, and waterproof phone pouches. es are perfect little add-ons that make life on the boat a little easier and can save a few pair of sunglasses from sinking.
At the end of the day, the best gi!s for a bass sherman aren’t necessarily the biggest or ashiest. Instead, they’re the thoughtful, practical items that make time on the water smoother, easier, and just a little more fun. By throwing a few of these suggestions in a stocking – and maybe adding a gas station co ee card for good measure- you’re sure to have any bass angler smiling wider than a ve-pounder at weigh-in.
Happy Holidays, Y’all!
Capt. Tyler Woolcott is a professional tournament angler, as well as owner/operator of Florida Big Fish Adventures, providing bass and saltwater guided shing trips. Reach him at (386) 235-7388 and check out his website: www. oridabig shadventures.com.
IGFA 2025 WORLD RECORDS RECAP
As 2025 winds down, let’s take a minute to honor a few amazing anglers who set IGFA records this year. e International Game Fish Association (IGFA) has recognized several new 2025 world records, including a black n snapper caught by Michael McFadden o the coast of Florida, a cobia by Koby Duncan in Australia, and an Arctic char and common carp length records set by Jay Siemens and Rowan Lytle, respectively in Canada and Connecticut.
Many new U.S. records for freshwater species are also included, such as the landlocked striped bass by Pamela Moss in Georgia and the Alabama bass, also by Moss in Georgia. Some 2025 IGFA US Saltwater Records include a 27 lb. red grouper by Zachary Daniel Murray o Florida, a 31 lb. 3 oz. greater amberjack by Julia Berstein out of Key West, and a 55.9 in. great barracuda by Nick LaBadie on y tackle o Key West. ese were all certi ed and submitted to the IGFA, with the grouper and amberjack being o cial weights and the barracuda being an all-tackle length record. e IGFA is publishing its 2025 World Record Book and has also added two new species—barred sand bass and spotted sand bass—to its catch-and-release All-Tackle Length World Record Category.
Will you be among these elite anglers in 2026?
For a complete database of 2025 record holders, visit igfa.org.
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