Florida's Gulf Islands Visitors Guide® 2008 - (Page 22) SIZE TIME a bite to catch Anna Maria Island Fishing Charters P.O. Box 329, Anna Maria 941-778-4498, www.fishtampawaters.com Inshore and nearshore fishing (halfday and full-day trips) with an Anna Maria captain with more than 25 years experience. Maximum four on custom 24-foot open-fisherman specializing in light tackle sport fishing. $$$$ HABITAT IN POUNDS Fishing Amberjack Firm, lean, white meat perfect for grilling. reef, wreck blue water, flats, reef bays, beaches bays, beaches reef, wreck, flats blue water flats, reef, wreck bay, pass, beaches bays, beaches reef, wreck reef, wreck, blue water blue water blue water reef, blue water deep bay, Gulf bays, passes 15-75 7-35 3-50 2-15 20-90 5-60 8-40 2-6 2-12 5-80 8-70 120-400 45-85 15-70 2-6 2-12 Barracuda Better throw this one back. Captain June Bug Eubanks Snook Queen Charters Port Manatee - Piney Point, Palmetto 941-729-4012 www.snookqueencharters.com Captain June Bug, a Manatee County native, Old Florida-style of fishing for snook, redfish, trout, grouper and snapper fishing on the flats and reefs of Tampa Bay with maximum angler participation. Map grid D-3. Black Drum Flaky white flesh; best in seafood chowder. Bluefish Brown-fleshed fish with a smoky flavor. Cobia Bake this firm, flaky white fish in butter sauce. Dolphin (mahi mahi) Grilled, mahi mahi is dense and a bit sweet. Florida Permit In this case, fish for sport, not for food. Annie’s Bait & Tackle 4334 - 127th St. W., Cortez 941-794-3580 A one-stop shop for all your fishing needs. Bait, tackle, ice, food and drinks. Grouper sandwiches, burgers and Cuban sandwiches plus many more available in-house or to-go. Open seven days a week. Map grid B-5. Compleat Angler P.O. Box 314, Anna Maria 941-778-9712 Enjoy offshore sport fishing. Full- and half-day trips available. Fishing license, ice, bait and tackle furnished. Owner/ operator has lifetime experience in local waters and is U.S.C.G. licensed. Florida Pompano Firm and mildly flavored; try it poached. Flounder Delicate white fish that is easily overcooked. Grouper A fried grouper sandwich is a local delicacy. King Mackerel Dark meat with lots of flavor. Backwater Promotions Guide Service 41 Michiana Dr., Terra Ceia 941-723-2655 Inshore, nearshore, bay and backcountry fishing. Offering four-, six- and eight-hour trips for up to three anglers. Captain Ray Markham, an artificial lure specialist, has more than 50 years experience. Allow up to 8 hours. Map grid E-3. Cortez Fishing Center 12507 - 44th Ave. W., Cortez 941-795-7796 Open seven days a week. Fishing, parasailing, jet skis, kayaks, canoes. Wildlife and dolphin tours. Bait, tackle, fuel and ice. Allow 1 to 8 hours. Map grid B-5. $$ Blue Marlin Prized in Japan as sushi, here it’s rarely eaten. White Marlin Doesn’t make for great takeaway – release it. Sailfish Makes a better souvenir than a snack. Fishy Business III Catchers Marina, 5501 Marina Dr. Holmes Beach 941-794-3308 www.geocities.com/captrickgross Light tackle, nearshore and inshore flats sport fishing. Half-day and full-day trips for up to four people. Tackle and fishing license provided. Established in 1986. Family-friendly. Allow 8 hours. Map grid B-4. Sea Bass Succulent, flaky white flesh made for the grill. Bell Fish Company 4600 - 124th St. W., Cortez 941-794-1249 This is a true working fishhouse in a true working commercial fishing village. Although it is not an attraction, it is very interesting to watch. Map grid B-5. Sheepshead Batter and fry this white, dry fish. Sharks Grill a center-cut filet and serve with fruit salsa. flats, reef, wreck, blue water up to 1000 back country, flats, reef back country, beaches bay, Gulf bay, beaches bay, beaches blue water reef, blue water 1-20 6-35 2-10 2-20 2-10 8-200 15-70 Snapper Red snapper flesh isn’t really red, it’s white. Bradenton Beach Marina 402 Church Ave., Bradenton Beach 941-778-2288 Go sightseeing or fishing on the Intracoastal Waterway and beautiful Sarasota Bay with one of their new rental boats. Boats accommodate up to 14 people. Call for reservations. Map grid B-5. Snook Delicate and flaky; broil or bake it. Lake Manatee Fish Camp 23745 C.R. 675, Myakka City 941-322-8500 Convenience store with beer and a deli. Cabin, canoe and kayak rentals also available. Map grid I-5. Spanish Mackerel Full-flavored, dark meat great in a spicy sauce. Tripletail Not on many menus but tasty sautéed. Spotted Sea Trout Florida favorite – fried, grilled, baked or broiled. Bradenton Fishing Charters 102 - 48th St. W., Bradenton 941-713-8179 www.bradentonfishing.com Inshore and nearshore fishing around Tampa Bay. Fully licensed and insured. Target snook, trout and tarpon aboard a 21-foot Sea Pro tower boat. Call to book a full-day, half-day or evening charter. Map grid D-5. $$$$ Legend Fishing Charters Annie’s Bait & Tackle 127th St. W., Cortez 941-794-0652, www.legendfishing.com Offshore and nearshore fishing trips in Gulf of Mexico. Inshore, backwater bay trips in the Tampa Bay area. Children always welcome. All equipment and license included. Will clean and bag your catch. Allow up to 10 hours. Map grid B-5. Tuna A seafood menu fave, rare or fully cooked. Wahoo Rub in your favorite spices and bake. FISHING PARADISE FOR ANGLERS OR AMATEURS Whether you’re a seasoned old salt or you’ve never cast a line, Florida’s Gulf Islands caters to anglers of all ages and abilities. Charter boat captains can take you out to deep waters for sport fishing adventures, or you can reel in tonight’s dinner all on your own from atop a pier or straight off the beach. And that’s no fish tale! Capt. “Zach” Zacharias 115 St. W. & 38th Ave. W., Cortez 941-795-5026 Light tackle inshore fishing for favorites such as snook, redfish, trout, tarpon, cobia, king mackerel, pompano, etc. Bait, tackle, ice, fishing license and fish cleaning all provided. Reservations needed. Allow up to 7 hours. Map grid B-5. Longboat Charters 601 St. Judes Dr., Longboat Key 941-387-0136 www.fishinglongboatkey.com Light tackle fishing on Sarasota Bay and surrounding Gulf waters for snook, redfish, trout and more. Map grid C-7. $$$$ OffShore Fishing 3125 - 11th Ave. W., Bradenton 941-749-7026 Fishing charter. Map grid B-5. Capt. J. L. Davis Charter Fishing 1213 - 24th Ave. W., Palmetto 941-729-4005, www.captainjldavis.com Saltwater site fishing. Fish from a 22foot custom flats boat. Fishing for up to three people. Half- and full-day trips. No fishing license required. Map grid D-3. Rooster Charters 4528 - 119th St. W., Cortez 941-526-5190 Nearshore and offshore fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. Coast Guard-licensed Capt. Tom Polch. Map grid B-5. Page 22 | 1-866-906-TIME to play http://www.fishtampawaters.com http://www.snookqueencharters.com http://www.geocities.com/captrickgross http://www.legendfishing.com http://www.bradentonfishing.com http://www.fishinglongboatkey.com http://www.captainjldavis.com
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