Sunglasses
To us Keysians, sunglasses are so often taken for granted due to their necessity (like flip flops), we often forget to realize they are making a huge statement about who we are. Which brings us to the gist of this month's article....are your sunglasses function or...
Shoreline Snapper
An abundance of great seafood is a lot closer than you think. So many fishermen go out and spend boat loads of money on rods, reels, boats with all the bells and whistles and often come home with out much of a catch. That’s why they call it fishing and don’t call it...
Cero: The Best of the Mackerels
Along with the snowbirds and the cool weather come the skipjacks and the mackerel. The king mackerel season opens and the annual king mackerel tournament brings a crowd. Sport fishermen give it all they’ve got to bring in the best catch of all. There are many types of...
Kayak Fishing Calendar for the Cooler Months
It’s that time of year again. Flocks of birds are heading south, and many fish are doing the same. The Florida Keys fishery has something to offer the entire 12 months of the year, even in “winter”. With the incredible diversity of species (around 250), and the...
The Spindle Beak Invasion
Brisk north winds, cold fronts, and cloudy skies in the Florida Keys. Winter season means one thing to me--SAILFISH! Sailfish, or spindlebeaks (due to their long and spindly bills), converge on South Florida and the offshore waters of the Keys from November through...
Climate is what you expect, and weather is what you get
For anyone making a living on or near the ocean, the weather is a constant companion. Acquiring knowledge of its future state, anticipating potential impacts, and making sound decisions to plan and execute weather-sensitive voyages are essential tasks for any...