Key West charter fishing for flats is a popular activity for anglers visiting the Florida Keys. The flats, or shallow waters, of Key West are home to a variety of fish species, including bonefish, tarpon, and permit. These species are prized by anglers for their challenging and exciting fights on light tackle. Charter fishing for flats in Key West typically…
The Dry Tortugas, a group of small islands located about 70 miles west of Key West, Florida, a popular destination for sport fishing. These islands, which are only accessible by boat or seaplane, are known for their clear turquoise waters and abundant marine life. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at what makes the Dry Tortugas a great…
Ready to experience the thrill of battling a hard-fighting tarpon on the flats of Key West? Charter fishing in the Florida Keys offers some of the best opportunities for catching a variety of fish species, including bonefish, tarpon, and permit. Located at the southernmost point of the continental United States, Key West is known for its world-class flats fishing, with…
Fishing line and tackle that isn’t correctly disposed can have major consequences for wildlife. It can entangle and trap wildlife, causing injury or death. The most popular fishing line material is monofilament. It takes over 600 years for fishing line to break down. The Monofilament Recovery and Recycling Program (MRRP) is a statewide project working to reduce the environmental damage…
Photo Credit: Hogfish Bar & Grill Eat Like A Local If you are looking for quality seafood in a laid back atmosphere not clogged by crowds of tourists and travelers, check out Hogfish Bar & Grill on Stock Island. This local spot is an absolute hidden gem right on the docks of Safe Harbor Marina. The seafood is right off the…
If you are new to fishing and would like to understand the difference between inshore and offshore fishing, you are in the right place. Depth of water and proximity to land influence the types of fish you will catch. Inshore Fishing Water Depth: Up to 30 Meters Distance From Land: Within 15 miles Fish You Can Catch: Snapper, Grouper, Tarpon,…
The Time When the Florida Keys Succeeded from the United States Key West’s economy is based on tourism. We love sharing our beautiful island with others. In 1982, the United States Border Control placed a blockade in Florida City blocking U.S. Highway 1. US 1 is the only road in and out of the Florida Keys. They searched cars for…
In Key West, you can hear roosters crowing at all times and see them along the streets. To the surprise of many tourists, there are roosters and hens all over Key West. One of the explanations for their presence is that they were initially bred for cockfights and to get eggs from the hens. Once cockfighting became illegal the population…
“Guy Harvey” is everywhere. Its on shirts, hats, murals, and art. Many people wonder what this brand is all about. Is Guy Harvey a real person? Guy Harvey is a world renowned marine wildlife artist, scientist, conservationist, diver, and explorer. Harvey used photography and drawing for documenting what he was studying. After catching his first marlin and reading “The Old…
While Key lime pie is a big deal in the Florida keys, Key West takes the cake—or pie rather. If you look at Google reviews most of the establishments that have Key lime pie have over 4.5 stars and countless comments saying it was the best Key lime pie they ever had. Every Key lime pie in Key West brings its…
