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Red grouper Bag Limit Changes to 2 on May 7, 2015 in Florida’s Gulf State and Federal Waters
The red grouper recreational bag limit will change from four to two fish per person in Gulf of Mexico state and federal waters, excluding Monroe County, on May 7, 2015 This change was approved by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) at its November 2014 meeting. The Commission hopes that this change will …
Third Annual Big Bend Kayak Fishing Classic, May 1 & 2, 2015, St. Marks
The Big Bend Kayak Classic is a kayak fishing tournament benefiting Meals on Wheels in Wakulla County, FL BBKC runs on a catch – photo – release (CPR) kayak fishing with prizes awarded for Biggest Redfish / Trout combo, Biggest Redfish, Biggest Trout, Biggest Freshwater Bass, & Biggest Red or Trout or Bass. There are …
Water Temperatures Cross The 70-Degree Threshold on Florida’s Big Bend–And The March Fishing Is Great!
This past week (the first week of March 2015), Gulf of Mexico water temperatures finally crossed over the 70-degree mark. And the BITE IS ON! All the ports in our regiion (Yankeetown, Waccasassa, Cedar Key, Suwannee, Horseshoe Beach, Steinhatchee, Keaton Beach, Econfina, Aucilla, St. Marks and Panacea) report great catches of spotted seatrout and redfish, …
Fish Florida’s Untouched Upper Big Bend Shoreline
Yeah, yeah, yeah. We all know St. Augustine is old. The area surrounding the modern city was first explored in 1513 and it’s grown ever since. But 15 years later, Panfilo de Narvaez arrived in St. Marks, on the Big Bend, with 300 men. What followed there, at the confluence of the St. Marks and …
Florida Wildlife Corridor St. Marks “Trail Mixer”, February 7, 2015
February 7, 2015, 9:00am – February 7, 2015, 12:00pm Trail Mixer #4-St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge Hike 30.169408, -84.247194 Meeting Time: 9:00 AM Meeting Location: Wakulla Trailhead, Giles-Thompson House, [30.169408, -84.247194] Click here for a google map with these coordinates: ow.ly/HQCAR Start Time: 9:45 AM – Group 1 10:00 AM – Group 2 …
News Flash! Big Bend Inshore Fish Celebrate The New Year 2015
After somewhat of a “fish drought” in late 2014, Big Bend fishing for spotted seatrout and redfish has picked up significantly since New Year’s Day 2015. I’m not sure exactly why, possibly due to some sunny days and cooler water temperatures, but there seem to be plenty of fish being caught from Yankeetown to Panacea, …
Walking Wakulla’s Wild Shores
Enjoy a beach walk on the wild shores of Wakulla County at several spots in St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge and at two county parks.
Want To Paddle Natural North Florida? Kayak and Canoes Available for Rent!
There are hundreds of paddlecraft (kayak and canoe) launches along our Natural North Florida waters, inland and coastal. And there are a number of outfitters willing to help you learn local waters. Fishing is an option, but there’s also some excellent touring along some of the most uninhabited rivers and coastline in the southeastern U.S. …
Try Kayak Fishing in the Wakulla Backwaters
Last weekend I left my flats skiff behind in Steinhatchee and joined a couple of other outdoor writers in Wakulla County for a kayak-fishing adventure. Of course, over the years, I’ve made numerous trips out of St. Marks, Panacea and Spring Creek, but never had much chance to fish the shallow, close-in flats and inshore …
Apalachee Bay Maritime Heritage Paddling Trail System
If you’re a paddler, you don’t want to miss an opportunity to visit historic Wakulla County and explore the coastline. Be transported to a different time and place as you paddle Apalachee Bay’s Ten Maritime Heritage Trails. Designed for enthusiasts of all levels, enjoy fishing, wildlife viewing, and photography as you explore one of Florida’s …