Fishing

This past month brought record-breaking cold temperatures and snow to the Florida Panhandle which, while fun for humans, spelled danger for Florida natives not well-adapted to these cold spells. Water temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit for prolonged periods can be fatal to cold-blooded sea turtles. Three days of nighttime...

By Pam Anderson Attention all Parrot heads and friends! Capt. Max’s Bar & Grill hosted its First Annual Chili Cook-Off on February 2! Besides some great fun and enjoying some great Chili, they were cooking for a cause. This fundraising event benefitted the Children’s Advocacy Center. If you missed this,...

By Pam Anderson Have you been to Capt. Anderson’s Marina lately? Of course, it continues to be the home of the best fishing guides and captains in NW Florida–but it is much more than that today. The Event Center at Capt. Anderson Marina is the only venue of its kind in...

By Pam Anderson Once again Capt. Anderson Marina’s parking lot will be transformed into Bethlehem Christmas Village December 11 through 14 (Wednesday through Saturday) from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The event is always free and very family friendly. For an additional blessing this Christmas for anglers and charter and guide boat...

By Kevin Laliberte, Surf Brigade Executive Director In the heart of Santa Rosa Beach, a transformative initiative is making waves for military veterans. Surf Brigade, a non-profit organization founded by veterans for veterans, harnesses the healing powers of the ocean and the camaraderie of surfing to address the unique challenges...

By Pam Anderson We may be headed into a slower fishing season, but there is a lot going on at Capt. Anderson’s Marina including winter fishing! October’s 2024 PCB Fishing Rodeo presented by Bill Cramer GM & Cramer Outdoor Marine and hosted by the Panama City Boatman’s Association and Capt. Anderson’s...

By Pam Anderson The 2024 PCB Fishing Rodeo runs from October 5 through October 13. Have you registered yet? Plan now to participate in this community-wide event that is organized this year by the Panama City Boatman’s Association. There will be over 60 categories of fish as well as kid’s...

By Pam Anderson The fall Amberjack season has changed from August only to September and October! Get your gear ready and reservations made for some exciting Gulf fishing! Amberjack ‘keepers’ are 34” long so you need to have some serious muscle to bring in these beauties. Such fun! Charter boats and...

On June 27, 2024, one bright young female angler will win the title of Ms. Reel Lady Panama City Beach, becoming the next Community Ambassador of fishing and fishing events taking place all over Bay County, FL. The Reel Lady PCB Pageant is being held at this year’s Bay...

The RESTORE Artificial Reef Grant Project continues to progress in its efforts to bolster marine biodiversity and support the recreation, tourism, fishing, and diving industries in state waters of the Gulf of Mexico. On Wednesday and Thursday, April 24 and 25, the Bay County Board of County Commissioners, in partnership...