Catch and release done right
How to land, handle and release snook and redfish so they swim away strong, based on FWC research and Bonefish and Tarpon Trust guidance.
How-To
Methods for bait, wading, kayaks and a day on the water.
How to Plan a Family Fishing Day in Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay fishing spots with restrooms, what to pack, Florida license rules for kids, and how to keep a short day fun.
Fishing Shirt Size and Fit Guide
How to measure for a sun shirt, how to check fit for casting, and where to find the size chart for each Alafia Cast Co. shirt and hoodie.
How to Choose a Fishing Sun Shirt
Hood or crew, long sleeve or tee, how a fishing sun shirt should fit, and which style suits how you fish around Tampa Bay.
Wade fishing the Tampa Bay flats
How to read a grass flat, the stingray shuffle, what to do if you get stung, and how to fish shallow water without hurting the seagrass.
Kayak fishing Tampa Bay
Public launches, the safety gear Florida requires, and how wind, tide and boat traffic shape a day of paddling and fishing on the bay.
Live bait basics for Tampa Bay
Shrimp, pinfish, whitebait and mullet: what each one is good for, how to catch bait with a cast net legally, and how to keep it alive all day.
How to choose a sun hoodie for fishing
A sun hoodie is a thin UPF layer you wear in July, not a sweatshirt. Here’s what to check before you buy one.