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South Carolina’s Prize Inshore Game Fish

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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 Strand. Life Cycle …

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Fly Fishing Winyah Bay

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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 confluence it provides essential nutrients …

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Upland Hunting South Carolina Woodcock

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Nestled within South Carolina’s varied terrain are pockets of ideal habitat for one of the most fascinating upland birds—the American woodcock. Often referred to as the “timberdoodle,” this diminutive bird is a treasure for upland hunters, presenting a unique blend of challenge and reward.  With its erratic flight patterns, preference for dense cover, and migratory …

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South Carolina Fishing Reports

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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 like REDFISH and SPECKLED SEA …

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Flood Tide Fishing For Tailing Redfish

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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 days, and big tides that flood …

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Fishing Seasons for Myrtle Beach South Carolina

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Clients often call and ask  “how’s 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 something special. South Carolina is year round fishery! …

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HOT SUMMER FISHING ON PAWLEYS ISLAND SC

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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 helps beat the …

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Summer Fishing Charters

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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 charters.  Large …

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Fishing Pawleys Island South Carolina

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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 flounder will begin to aggressively …

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Red Drum and Speckled Sea Trout Fishing

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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 falling water temps. The shrimp and other baits …

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Fishing Report – Early Summer 2017

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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 the beaches and deep water rips …

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Myrtle Beach Fishing Report with Captain Jeff Lattig

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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 beaches, inlets, creeks and bays for …

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Pawleys Island Fishing Guides

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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 that just a short distance from …

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Saltwater Fly selection

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When fly fishing the Pawleys Island area choosing the right fly 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, colors and their effectiveness on …

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Fishing for Speckled Sea Trout

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Speckled Sea Trout fishing means explosive bites and aggressive fights!  The way sea trout 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 fish will be males …

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Murrells Inlet Fishing Report

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Fishing has been exceptional in Murrells Inlet.  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 happens once the water hits …

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Fishing Report for Georgetown SC

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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 or shrimp will be the …

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Fishing Murrells Inlet South Carolina

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Murrells Inlet is a quaint little fishing town rich with history.  With the stunning marsh views and many seafood restaurants, Murrells Inlet is named the Seafood Capital of South Carolina.  It’s a fantastic fishery that’s  just a short drive south of Myrtle Beach. One of the things that makes Fishing Murrells Inlet great is how …

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Myrtle Beach Summer Fishing Report

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Summer is in full swing and  it’s down right HOT here in Myrtle Beach.  Heat indexes over 100 degrees calls for fishing at daybreak.   On our most productive fishing days we have been using light tackle rods rigged with gulp baits.  The Redfish can’t resist them and it just makes for an easy lure. …

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Pawleys Island Fishing Reports

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Early Summer Fishing Report Water and air temperatures are rising making early summer fishing fantastic.  Our primary targets have been Redfish and Speckled Sea Trout.  Redfish aka Red drum have been ravenous on all cycles of the tide, crushing anything in their path.  Shallow water creeks with deep holes and lots of oysters have been holding large concentrations of finger mullet and …

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Summer Fishing Charters Pawleys Island

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 Summer Fishing Charters on Pawleys Island Pawleys Island fishing charters are in full swing and has kicked off with some exceptional days on the water.  We have been running half and full day charters targeting Redfish, Sea Trout and flounder around Pawleys creek.  Our first fish – able FLOOD TIDE  on the Island was epic! …

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Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide

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We have been very busy the past few months wrapping up a busy Fishing Season. At Living Water Guide Service, we’re excited about everything happening in 2016! Back in February, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the Orvis Guide Rendezvous, an event held in Asheville, North Carolina. It was an absolute blast! For those …

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Myrtle Beach Fishing Charters

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Old man winter has loosened his grip and it’s feeling like spring.  The dogwoods and azaleas are blooming and the temperatures have been splendid.  The weather around Myrtle Beach has finally become stable for longer than a few days days making the fishing great. The past two weeks charters fishing around Myrtle Beach has been …

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A Year To Remember Charter Fishing South Carolina

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Another great year in the books Fishing Georgetown South Carolina with some big life changes and few steps of faith. 2015 was extra special as my wife April and I welcomed our baby girl into the world . Summer Grace , born in September weighing in a 6.15 lbs on the boga grip. (I didn’t really …

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