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2019, Florida Nearshore Reef Fishing
Capt. Patrick Smith has quietly established himself as one the very best nearshore, inshore and backcountry fishing guides in South Florida. He specializes in reef fishing, blackfin tuna, kingfish, snook, bowfin, largemouth bass, peacock bass and gator hunting. He is recognized as one of the fishiest dudes in the area. In this In The Spread fishing video, Patrick breaks down how he approaches nearshore reef fishing. With the third largest reef system running 350 miles along the coast, Florida fishing in the 20-300 foot range is defined by the reef. This can be your go to area for a wide variety of gamefish. Snapper, grouper, jacks, bonito, mackerel, dolphin, amberjack, African pompano, wahoo, sailfish and more are caught on the reefs and wrecks that sit just off the beach. From the bottom end of the Keys to Jupiter, the reef sits very near shore, comprising some of the best action you will find. For Patrick, this is simple fishing and it can be for you, as well. This is basic reef fishing. Nothing complicated is involved. He will walk you thru catching bait that will be used for both live chumming and hooked baits. You will learn where he likes to setup and how to establish a good drift in the current of the Gulf Stream. What position does your boat need to be in for best results? This is not anchor fishing, so understanding the current is crucial. Learn how to use your bottom machine to determine whether you should setup on a spot. If you are drifting across unproductive grounds, you will not get tight. It is also important to know how long to fish a given area and when to move. If you are not catching fish, you may only need to move a very short distance to find more action. Knowing a little bit about this style of fishing will pay off. While there is always a chance of hooking into a donkey, most of the species you will encounter do not require heavy tackle. But, you do need to have the right rod and reel spooled with the right line. Since there a big sharks in the water, you need to be able to put the heat on and get your fish to the boat. Patrick will explain his outfits for Florida fishing nearshore reefs and how he keeps things very simple. Everything he will share is very attainable. See the jigs and poppers he uses in conjunction with live chum. Jigging gets the action going and the chum draws in other desirable species like mackerel and dolphin. You do not need to spend a lot of money on your lures, as several of them will be lost in the process. There is no reason to go out and not catch fish. You may have to adapt your program a little bit, but if you follow the fishing techniques Patrick is sharing, you will catch more fish. Florida fishing on nearshore reefs has never been made easier. Add these fishing techniques and tackle knowledge to your arsenal and go with confidence. The more you know, the more fishing success you will have.
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2018, Tarpon Fishing Florida's Gulf Coast
The tarpon fishing the migration on the Gulf Coast of Florida presets some serious opportunities to target giant fish. Sight casting to big tarpon is one of the more epic ways to fish for this prehistoric game fish. First, you have to find the fish. We will show you how to do this. The real challenge is in getting the tarpon fish to eat. The placement of your bait is key. You will learn where to cast your bait and how to allow for it to have a natural swimming motion in the water. Tarpon will not touch a bait that is not moving naturally. Let us teach you how to fish for tarpon that are migrating down the coast with regular success. See what baits are super productive and how to hook them. If you go with the wrong bait, you might as well stay home. We will show you everything you need to know about tarpon baits. What you will also learn is how to drive and position your boat so as not to spook the school and lose any chance of getting hooked up. I don't know how many times I have watched boats drive right up to or even through the school. There is not better way to shut down the fish than to drive too close to the fish. We are talking about fishing for damn big fish. These are giant tarpon that will test every bit of your angling skill. Just now that big fish require big fish tactics. Our In The Spread instructor is going to show you specific angling techniques to get the upper hand on these fish quickly, so you can keep the fight as short as possible. If you want to learn how to fish for tarpon migrating down the west coast of Florida, this is the video for you. We cover all the bases, so you will have far greater results on the water.
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2018, Black Puppy Drum Fishing
When you head out to do some wintertime inshore fishing with the intent of filling your cooler with good eats, you probably are not thinking black drum. Sure, bigger fish are to be passed over. But, the smaller "puppy" drum are delicious, making excellent table fare. Know where and how to target puppy drum selectively will make for plenty of great meals. Capt. William Toney will show you the spots to fish and why the fish hold there. Black drum are bottom feeders and tend to gorge on shrimp, fiddler crabs and other small crustaceans. This is where they get their excellent flavor and texture. Learn about the baits William uses and how he rigs them. He will explain how to locate the deeper holes and channels these little morsels like and all the tackle and tactics you need to know for this type of angling. These fishing tips will prove invaluable on winter days when heading further out is not in your game plan.
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2018, Speckled Sea Trout Fishing - Tampa Bay
Florida inshore fishing professionals Ray Markham and William Toney team up to dissect sea trout fishing in Tampa Bay for you, in this In The Spread instructional video. With multiple decades of experience fishing Florida's west coast, both Ray and William possess a unique understanding of coastal habitats and the predatory fish that thrive therein. Specializing in the use of light tackle and artificial lures, this duo has tons of knowledge to share and aren't afraid to give it away. Learn about the tackle, lures and tactics Ray and William prefer and how to locate and fish the more productive areas of Tampa Bay. Remember, success is all about how much knowledge you have. Learn from two of Florida's best with this sea trout fishing video.
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2018, Top 5 Sea Trout Lures - William Toney
The In The Spread Top 5 Seatrout Baits and Lures video features Captain William Toney sharing the baits and lures that produce fish throughout the seatrout season. Capt. Toney has spent his life targeting seatrout and is really dialed in to what works and what does not. With this video, he is opening his playbook, so you do not have to waste time and money figuring out what lures produce fish.
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2018, Top 5 Redfish Lures - William Toney
When it comes to redfish and redfish fishing lures, our objective with this In The Spread fishing video is to provide you with information that will help you catch more fish with artificials. Knowing what some of the best fishermen use can help you build your own program. Capt. William Toney, of Homosassa, Florida, has been targeting red fish with lures for decades. He is also a 4 generation hunting and fishing guide from Florida, so there is loads of fishing experience that have been passed down to him. All of this knowledge has helped William fine tune his red drum fishing program, when it comes to using lures. What he does in this redfish fishing video is profile and discuss his best red fish lures, so you can make more informed tackle decisions related to using lures. Again, these are his best lures. Learn from the best and fish smarter.
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2018, Sight Casting Summer Redfish
Redfish, or red drum, are kings of the close in nearshore water. On light tackle red drum give a hell of a fight. Being able to stalk select red fish in skinny water and then make presentations by casting to them is a thrill. Renowned Florida fishing guide Capt. William Toney is here in this In The Spread redfish video to show you how to sight cast bigger summer red fish. You will learn casting techniques, baits, lures, ideal tackle setups, how to post the flats, boat positioning and more. The redfish fishing on the Gulf coast of Florida can be excellent. The fishery is rich with a mix of fresh and saltwater, nutrients from the rivers, bait and birds. The mangroves hold loads of fish, so the target big red drum requires a little more skill. William is going to walk you through exactly how he does it. Your presentation is critical. Capt. Toney is an excellent instructor with decades of experience targeting red drum. Whether you want to use live bait or dead or lures, there is much to learn from this instructional fishing video. Learn from the best and fish smarter.
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2018, Nighttime Tarpon Fishing South Florida
Big tarpon fishing present enough challenges in the daytime. Targeting tarpon fish at night is both a thrill and real test of your angling skills. You have to know which way the fish are moving, how far off the beach they are, how to work the current to your advantage, drift trolling, which baits work well, fishing tips for using electronics and tackle. We are going to show you how to fish Miami Beach for giant tarpon. Learn how to get on fish and stay on fish until your arms are worn out. If you are interested in learning high level tarpon fishing techniques, this In The Spread fishing video is for you. Fishing for tarpon at night doe not have to be difficult. We break down everything you need to know to catch all the fish you want. Go with knowledge and catch more.
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2018, Daytime Swordfish Fishing in Florida
This In The Spread Daytime Swordfish instructional fishing video set the standard for how to learn broadbill swordfish techniques prior to hitting the water. It is not as difficult as it may seem. After all, dropping a bait a 1000 plus feet to the bottom and waiting for a bite can be very straight forward if you follow the principle shared in this video. RJ Boyle is a very accomplished daytime swordfishing angler in S. Florida. He shares everything you need to know to get started catching swordfish fish. Learn about all the tackle, rods and reels you will need. Get step by step explanations on how to assemble the swordfish rig. See how to set your boat up prior to leaving the dock and why it is so important to be ready before you drop a bait. Learn about the baits RJ likes and why. What may seem like to most difficult part, driving the boat, dropping you bait and starting your drift is made easy with this video. We walk you through each and every aspect of daytime sword fishing. One of the hardest things for fishermen is recognizing the bite. It can be almost imperceptible. We will show you exactly what to look for, so you don't miss the bite and that broadbill you are fishing for. If you are just getting into fishing for swordfish fish or are looking for a little more knowledge, this video is the answer. We address all the questions and lay out every detail, so you will know how to catch daytime swordfish. Watch and be a smarter fisherman.
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2018, High Speed Trolling for Wahoo with RJ Boyle
Learn the principles of high speed wahoo trolling with this In The Spread fishing video. This is one of the coolest saltwater fishing endeavors that is doable by most any fisherman with a decent boat. South Florida fishing legend RJ Boyle and a team of fishing pros breaks down the fundamentals of wahoo fishing. All the fishermen that appear in this video have achieved huge success targeting wahoo fish throughout the Atlantic and Caribbean. Learn about the rods and reels, how to make wahoo rigs, rigging wahoo lures, what tides are best to fish, whether wire, monofilament or braid is better, all the terminal tackle and so much more. Get fishing tips for how to set up your boat for high speed trolling. The discussion on wahoo lure alone is worth every minute of your time. Great knowledge is being shared. Learn what to do when you get a bite and how to trigger additional bites. This 3 hour video is a great learning tool for any saltwater fishing angler interested how to fish for wahoo. The more you know, the more you catch. Go with knowledge and fish smarter.
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2018, Broadbill Swordfish Seminar
Florida daytime swordfish expert RJ Boyle puts on an excellent seminar covering many of the more technical issues you will face when dropping for broadbill swordfish. If nothing else, RJ is very sound when it comes to tackle and rigging. There is a lot to learn from this presentation. You will have a far greater understanding of how the currents work offshore, how to get you bait to your intended target, boat driving skills, setting up your drift and how to recognize when you are getting a bite from a fish that may be a half mile away. This is high level knowledge being shared with you. A key aspect of this seminar is all the technical issues related to tackle and rigs. RJ Spends a half hour on just the swordfish rig, alone. Take advantage of what RJ has to say. He provides experienced based knowledge on every aspect of how to catch daytime swordfish. Take advantage of the knowledge being shared in this In The Spread fishing video and fish smarter.
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2018, Tarpon Fishing - Bahia Honda
If you are interested in fishing Bahia Honda in the Florida Keys for tarpon fish, this In The Spread fishing video breaks down the tides to fish, tackle, tarpon bait, working the current, how to fish structure, boat driving and positioning, angling techniques and the mechanics of optimal bait presentation. Fishing the Florida Keys is synonymous with big tarpon. These fish get big, can be tricky and make for some serious angling. Learn the critical factors that can make you day more successful. Fishing bridge structure presents several obstacles. See how the fish use the bridge to their advantage and how you can play that to yours. Get to know must have baits and how to present them. Gain deep insight into water color and how this is a big driver in tarpon behavior. There is a load of fishing tips and angling techniques in this In The Spread fishing video, so settle in for some real learning. We will spend a lot of time on the water walking you through several baiting and hook up scenarios and then explain everything that is going on while hooked up. This is a great tool for anyone looking to improve their tarpon fishing.
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2018, Dolphin Fishing Techniques and Tackle
Oh yeah, everyone likes to the dolphin fish. These jokers fight like hell and are great to eat. If this pelagic species grew to be several hundred pounds, there would be no more fiercer battling fish in the sea. Whether your goal to fill your cooler with meat or catch that big bull, this In The Spread dolphin fishing video is going to share fishing tips, tactics and pro level techniques on how to catch dolphin. This is an advanced presentation that covers everything from boat prep, gaffs, tackle, baits, angling, boat driving, how to read birds and fish any type of surface cover imaginable. South Florida fishing legend RJ Boyle cut his teeth catching mahi under the rule of a fishing tyrant. He either caught fish or went hungry. Needless to say, RJ perfected the art of crushing a school of dorado or finding that but roaming the open ocean. He is going to walk you through every aspect of preparing to fish, reading all the conditions, interpreting bird behavior and working as a team to catch a box full of dollies. The dolphin fishing techniques presented in this fishing video will help you catch more fish and be much more informed. Go with knowledge and fish smarter.
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2018, Chunking Drifting and Live Baiting Yellowfin Tuna
Learn how to catch yellowfin tuna in the Bahamas from a few of S. Florida's top tuna fishermen. These are guys that fly well under the radar with their fishing prowess. Find out how they plan their trips, the baits and tackle they prefer and the tactics they employ to boat loads of nice yellowfin. The focus of this In The Spread fishing video is chunking, drifting and live baiting strategies that will help you on your first or next fishing trip. Learn details about using electronics, working birds, trolling lures and how to keep the fish close to your boat, so you can fill your limit quickly. To learn more about yellowfin tuna fishing, watch now.
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2018, Sight Casting for Black Drum Fish
The upper Florida Keys make for excellent flats fishing. Having a little intel on where to go and what to look for is important. You need to have an objective before heading out and be geared up to handle your target species and any other that may present themselves. One of the cooler species to target is the black drum. These guys are not the easiest to get to eat, but when you do, it is game on. In The Spread instructor Ruben Lee is an old school guide with deep knowledge of keys fishing and how to succeed. He is going to share some great insights on how to sight cast to black drum in skinny waters. Black drum fishing on the flats can be tricky. Spotting these fish is your first challenge. The figuring our whether they are feeding and where to place your presentation is the next. Ruben will show you everything you need to know for a fun filled day of sight casting black drum. Learn what tides are best to fish, the atmospheric conditions that work in your favor and the baits that will give you a leg up. Learn pro level tips and fishing techniques from a lifelong keys fisherman.
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2018, Snook Fishing Florida Spillways
Spillway fishing can be off the charts, if you know where and when to go and forethought should go into your planning. In many coastal areas, but especially S. Florida, spillways are used to manage he flow of water to the sea. When the spillways are running, food is being driven down stream. Big freshwater tolerant gamefish like snook use the spillways as buffets. When the water flows, the feed bag goes on and their are some giants lurking. Learn a little about how to approach fishing for snook in spillways with this instructional fishing video.
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2018, Live Bait Snook Fishing - Chokoloskee Florida
Snook are the ultimate ambush predator roaming the inshore and backcountry tropical waters of the western Atlantic, Caribbean and Central America. Snook fishing Florida is a dynamic environment where big fish await. You can target them with bait or lures. What we do in this In The Spread fishing video is show you how to catch snook using live bait. This may, at first, seem straight forward, but knowing which baits work the best and the ideal size for both chumming and presentation. You will need more than you think and a way to keep them alive. We will discuss all the live bait variables for snook. We teamed up with Chokoloskee fishing guide Brian Sanders to break down live bait snook fishing. Brian will explain how tides drive the bite, his preferred tackle, his live bait rig, how to present baits, boat positioning and a range of angling techniques. Learn about the areas snook like to hold, so they can ambush prey. You will learn a great deal about how to present live bait and keep it in the strike zone longer. Brian is a lifeline snook fish angler and has developed an impressive array of tactics and strategies for his snook program. He will sharing everything you need to know to be the best live bait snook fisherman you can be. Learn from the best and fish smarter.
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2018, How to Catch Snook in Coastal Rivers
Being cold resistant gamefish, snook will always reside in and around warmer pockets of water. They are also opportunity feeders, staging up at choke points to ambush prey. The rivers on Florida's Gulf Coast push a lot of nutrients that supports a rich ecosystem snook will take full advantage of, at anytime. Homosassa, Florida sits within the northern boundry for snook populations. This is due to their intolerance of cold water. The beauty of Homosassa is the magnitude order spring that swells out of the ground and spills out into the Gulf of Mexico. This freshwater is warm and snook will swim right up to the spring head to seek refuge in the winter. This year round warm shelter affords anglers a shit ton of snook fishing opportunities, without having to get outside the safety of the river. Capt. William Toney is one of the best inshore fishing guides in the state and is a huge lover of Florida snook fishing. In the river or out, William Toney knows snook behavior. He is going to show you how to catch snook in rivers, his way. William Toney is a lifelong fishing guide. The depth of his knowledge pool goes back four generations. He and his family know the waters. William has a lot of solid fishing techniques for you in this snook fishing video. Enjoy and fish smarter.
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2018, Sheepshead Fishing Florida's Gulf Coast
Sheepshead is another inshore fishing species that makes great table fare. Capt. William Toney is going to show you how to catch sheepshead fish in this In The Spread fishing video. Learn tactics for fishing shallow water structure, the baits, bait rigs and how to work the tides to fill your box with sheepshead. William is one of Florida's best inshore fishing guides. The fishing tips he shares in this fishing video will propel you to success on the water. If you hit the water with the requisite knowledge, you will catch more fish. Let In The Spread help you fish smarter.
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2018, Speckled Trout in the Summer
Join Capt. William Toney on another learning adventure with In The Spread Summer Sea Trout Fishing, as he discusses the go to fish for many inshore anglers. Sea trout are considered the king of the inshore waters, as far as being sought after, caught and eaten. Trout are a very good eating fish. There are many different ways to catch sea trout. So, follow Florida Capt. William Toney to learn tactics and techniques for targeting sea trout. This video will cover when to target trout, what conditions are optimal, methods for slow drifting the flats or shallow waters, how to catch sea trout using a popping cork rig with various jigs and a heck of a lot more.
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