Montana is blessed with hundreds of miles of pristine and diverse rivers and streams and choosing the perfect fly rod can be a tough decision. A fly rod for a big technical river like the Missouri will be very different than one designed for tight willow lined creeks. All fly rods and designs have their …
Winter is a great time to fish and explore South Carolina’s coastal waters Winter fishing report for the waters surrounding Pawleys Island, North Inlet Reserve and Winyah Bay. Crystal clear water coupled with an abundance of migratory shore birds and schooling fish can make for some beautiful sights. The fishing can be excellant when the proper weather presents …
Catch and Release Fishing “What’s the point of Catch and Release Fishing, you spend all that time and money only to throw your catch back”? My answer is simple, I love catching them and seeing others catch them! The exhilaration and heart pounding excitement of seeing a big Redfish take a top water plug or …
Fall Fishing Charters around Pawleys Island It’s feeling like fall here on Pawleys Island with shorter days and crisp morning. The Summer beach crowds have left the Grand Strand and returned home. The beaches and waterways are now quiet. My favorite time of year! Fall is absolutely the best time to book a charter and …
It was a “teachable moment,” to use a parenting cliche, and the teachers were trout (or, ‘the fishing gods,’ or whatever you’d like to call them). It was a cool morning in early summer, about 25 years ago, on one of my (still) favorite trout streams in Michigan. Brookies and browns were rising to …
Flounder Fishing Flounder Fishing Pawleys Island is part of the culture! During the warmer months you see families flounder fishing from docks and causeways. Southern flounder begin moving in from deeper nearshore reefs into tidal creeks and as the water begins to warm. Pawleys Island Flounder will thrive and spawn in our marsh and inlets …
South Carolina Redfish A fish that can grow up to 70 lb + or – and feeds in the shallows. What else could a saltwater angler ask for? Fishing for South Carolina Redfish, also known as Spot Tail Bass or puppy drum, are without a doubt the most targeted inshore game fish along the Grand …
Fly Fishing Guides – Georgetown The historic sea port of Georgetown is the third oldest city in South Carolina as well as the third largest watershed on the East Coast. Four major rivers confluence at the bay; the Black , PeeDee , Waccamaw and the Sampit. As a result of this fresh and saltwater …
The American Woodcock has many names. The Prince of Timber, Mud Bat, Timber Doodles, Bog Suckers and Timber Rocket to name a few. When bird hunters think of upland hunting in South Carolina most think of pine plantations and explosive covey rises of the Bobwhite quail. South Carolina has an often misunderstood game bird that’s …
South Carolina Fishing Reports Fall is here and all things outdoors are in full swing. Whether you enjoy hunting, fishing, or shrimping, fall offers it all. The bait is thick, shrimp are full grown and that nip in the air puts the fish in feed mode. Above all fall brings cooler water temperatures triggering game fish …
Flood Tide Fishing For Tailing Redfish Pawleys Island South Carolina is a year round fishery but the big tides we see in the spring , summer and fall months are something you don’t want to miss. Flood tide fishing begins as early as March if we have warm water temperatures. Spring brings warmer water, longer …
Best Times to Fish The Myrtle Beach Area Clients often call and ask “hows the fishing and is this a good time to book a fishing charter? ” and I usually answer with there are no bad time to fish South Carolina. Myrtle Beach South Carolina fishing seasons may change but each season offers …
Pawleys Island Redfish Summer is here and that means Redfish, Tarpon, Shark and Flounder Fishing around Pawleys is heating up! We have had mild temps for consecutive days which has trigged a fanatic Redfish bite! During the dog days of Summer we run our guided trips early in the morning when water temperatures are lower. This …
Summer Fishing Charters The last few weeks we’ve experienced some of the lowest tides I have seen fishing around Pawleys Island and DeBordieu creeks. Moon phases coupled with steady winds from the west has made for some extremely shallow conditions. With all the feeder and secondary creeks dry we’ve had some epic sight fishing on this Summer’s …
Fishing Pawleys Island and Georgetown Fishing around the nearshore waters of Pawleys Island and Georgetown has been fantastic! The cool morning temperatures, coupled with an abundance of bait has the summer bite in full swing. Whether fly fishing or using light tackle spinning tackle, summer offers up plenty of angling opportunities. Redfish, Sea trout, Tarpon and …
Hot Red Drum and Speckled Sea Trout fishing. Red Drum Fishing along the South Carolina coast has been fantastic! Large Schools of Red Drum have gathered into groups and are packing on the pounds for winter. These fish know it’s time to take advantage of the shrimp before they begin to move out with the …
Pawleys Island Fishing Charters and Reports June is here and things are getting hot! Pawleys Island Fishing Report for early summer. Water temps are rising, large schools of mullet and menhaden are pouring into the back bays and the fish are taking advantage! Big sharks and Bull Drum have been feeding under bait pods along …
One Year In My Hell’s Bay Professional It’s hard to believe I’ve been guiding out of my Hell’s Bay Professional for one full year. With well over one hundred trips logged in this boat, saying I’m excited to spend another season poling this skiff is an understatement! The fish-ability and performance of Hell’s …
Myrtle Beach Fishing Reports and Charters March plagued the Myrtle Beach area with cold temps and windy conditions, but April has brought in some great weather! Warm temperatures and sunny days have the trees, flowers and salt marsh in full bloom. Southern flounder are moving in to there summer feeding and staging points hanging around …
Fishing Pawleys Island and Beyond Fishing the pristine salt marshes from Pawleys Island south to Cape Romaine. Miles of unspoiled coastline, expansive bays, tidal creeks and inlets make up this remote stretch of coast. Dolphin, Sea Turtles, Osprey and Bald Eagles are often seen travailing to and from the fishing grounds. It’s hard to believe …
Salt Water Fly Fishing Pawleys Island When fly fishing the Pawleys Island area choosing the rightFly Pattern can make all the difference. It can be confusing with so many patterns to choose from. My good friend and fishing buddy Mark and I enjoy talking about and tying Saltwater flies. Most conversations are about fly patterns, …
Speckled Sea Trout Fishing Tips Speckled Sea Trout Fishing means explosive bites and aggressive fighting! The way Specks fight and there beautiful colors make them a spectacular game fish! Big yellow mouths lined with teeth and fangs make them an ultimate ambush predator. Small trout feed primarily on shrimp and small bait fish. The smaller …
Murrells Inlet Fishing Charters Murrells Inlet’s inshore Saltwater fishing has been exceptional. The weather has been very mild for this time of year and our water is clearing up. Water temperatures are hanging in the high 50’s to low 60’s right now. Redfish and Spotted Sea Trout will begin forming into winter schools. This typically …
Late Fall Fishing Report 2016 The weather and fishing continues to be fantastic! Fall offers some of the best fishing we see all year. We are seeing great numbers of Speckled Sea Trout along with lots of schooling Redfish . Fishing around the Murrells Inlet and Georgetown jetties have been hot. Carolina rigs using live mullet …
