Green Water Swordfish, Tournament Redfish Tactics, and Surf-Caught Spanish Mackerel

 

Kayak snapper, topwater trout, and panhandle pelagics—insider tips from the region's sharpest anglers.

This week we're talking to:

Blake Nelson of Last Cast Charters, who's been chasing trout and redfish across East Bay and Santa Rosa Sound. He shares where he's finding cleaner water, why topwaters have been so effective lately, and what makes this year's trout bite stand out. He also discusses patterns around pinfish and how moon phases are impacting the inshore bite.

Captain Adam Peeples of One Shot Charters gives a high-level offshore report, including what to expect with red snapper season open. He discusses current trends with bait movement, thermocline effects, and why anglers need to be willing to move around. Adam also highlights the changing pelagic scene—blackfin tuna, mahi, and even some blue marlin—and what gear he uses to chase big fish deep.

Captain Blake Hunter of Reel30A offers a surfside and nearshore perspective out of Panama City. He shares his take on early morning pompano opportunities, Spanish mackerel movement, and what he's seeing with tarpon activity starting to kick up. He also talks king mackerel setups and what tourists should keep in mind when heading to the sand.

Tune in for timely reports and expert tips from anglers who fish the Gulf day in and day out.

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