The Suncoast Tarpon Roundup is the oldest tournament of its kind in Florida, and this year it went to an all-release format that promises to revitalize the event in this age of conservation. ...more

September 26, 2008

The Suncoast Tarpon Roundup is the oldest tournament of its kind in Florida, and this year it went to an all-release format that promises to revitalize the event in this age of conservation. The event lasts 10 weeks each summer, which also makes it one of the state's longest-running tournaments. ...more

September 12, 2008

GO FISHING is a daily look at the area fishing scene through the eyes of local charter boat captains and fishing guides. Today: Ray Markham. ...more

July 23, 2008

GO FISHING is a daily look at the area fishing scene through the eyes of local charter boat captains and fishing guides. Today: Mel Berman. ...more

July 5, 2008

The wind has finally died down, followed by midsummer temperatures. That makes for tough midday fishing, but if you get out early in the morning or late afternoon, the bite can be pretty good. ...more

June 18, 2008

GO FISHING is a daily look at the area fishing scene through the eyes of local charter boat captains and fishing guides. Today: Mel Berman. ...more

February 23, 2008

Late summer along the Gulf coast offers a final shot at blue-water fish for most anglers. With the waters of the Gulf Loop current at their warmest and the eddies of the ocean river sometimes pushing to within reasonable running distance of our shoreline, anglers with a desire for marlin, sailfish, wahoo and tuna have an opportunity that won't come back during the winter months, when many of these tropical species head south. Tarpon add one more possibility to the big game mix, and the silver kings are found much closer to shore through October. ...more

September 7, 2007