Bradenton Fishing Report
New Year's Leaves Little For Anglers To Celebrate
Another harsh beginning to the winter has left many marine species dead, stunned or on the brink of both.
Let the countdown commence. Three … Beginning Jan. 1, grouper will no longer be in season in federal waters (past 9 nautical miles offshore). Two … Spotted sea trout will be in season. Anglers can keep five trout between 15-20 inches, including one more than 20 inches. And they put up a monstrous fight. In fact, some anglers are so impressed by the sea trout's tenacity, they call trout "wet rags." One … From wet rags to dry tortugas, we consider the plight of the sea turtle. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has been working with numerous agencies to help rescue the more than 3,000 sea turtles left stunned by the recent cold spell. Happy New Year! Pop the bubbly and kiss that significant other (gators and turkey …
