Fishing

By Pam Anderson A recent article by NOAA Fisheries’ Marine Recreational Information Program, or MRIP, states that their new Recreational Fishing Data and Survey Standards will promote data quality, consistency, and comparability across the Marine Recreational Information Program’s national network of recreational fishing surveys. The For-hire and Commercial industries have...

Saving the Diamondback Terrapin In an effort to help preserve the diamondback terrapin species in Florida, the FWC adopted new requirements for those trapping blue crabs recreationally. The new rules, effective March 1, 2023, require blue crab traps to be fitted with bycatch reduction devices installed on trap throats or...

By Pam Anderson Our head-boats are coming in with a lot of great catches of vermilion snapper, triggerfish and more! This time of year you never know if the water temperature will affect fishing, but this year, it has been good! April will bring some warm days, but not hot,...

By Pam Anderson March 1, as most locals know, is the start of the fishing season for Federally-permitted head-boats and Charter Boats. We’ve all had our USCG inspections, new coats of paint, and are ready to go fishing. Grand Lagoon watersports are on! Triggerfish season opens March 1 for some...

By Pam Anderson With that special day set aside for sweethearts, there are plenty of opportunities to make her day special. There are restaurants galore for lunch and dinner; in the Grand Lagoon area we have some of the best local seafood, Italian cuisine, Cajun cuisine, Mexican cuisine, and more,...

By Pam Anderson January may be a little chilly, but there are still fish out there waiting to be caught. Our private guide boat captains are ready to help you catch some redfish! Several charter and guide boats in Grand Lagoon and Treasure Island’s headboat, Jubilee, are open for winter visitors....

By Pam Anderson Capt. Anderson’s Marina will be presenting its 10th Annual Bethlehem Christmas Village’s Live Nativity programs nightly, December 7 through the 10 from 5:30 until 8:30 p.m. Come hear the Biblical story of that very first Christmas in Bethlehem from the viewpoints of Isaiah, Elizabeth, Mary, Joseph, the...

By Pam Anderson While the main season for fishing and Shell Island trips is about to close, there are still plenty of opportunities to get out and wet a line this winter. Grand Lagoon is home to the best fishing guides and captains in Northwest Florida! Guide Boats and most...

By Pam Anderson With the end of September comes the Second Annual PCB Fishing Rodeo. This year’s lineup of fishing fun, great vendors, and outstanding entertainment is sure to be a winner! Fall is a great time of year to be fishing. As the air temperature cools, so does the water...

By Pam Anderson As Red Snapper season comes to a close, we are catching some nice sized Triggerfish and Vermilion Snapper, but the reel fun starts September 1 when Greater Amberjack season opens again. Charter boats and Guide boats are both gearing up for some great fun with the fall...