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Red snapper season announced for 2022

DESTIN, Fla. – On April 21, 2022, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the 2022 Gulf red snapper recreational season which will total 57 days, the longest season since the state assumed management of red snapper and will include both a summer and fall season. Those fishing from private recreational vessels in state and federal waters in the Gulf and charter vessels without a federal reef fish permit who are limited to fishing in state waters will be able to participate in the...

Walton County fishing report for April 13

Fishing is good! River: Bass, shellcracker, some crappie biting. Bay: Speckled trout, redfish, sheepshead, black snapper, redfish. Surf: Pompano biting. Click here for fishing forecast Bay and river report brought to you by Copeland’s. “Where the locals shop and the tourists are welcome.” Click here to find out more about Copeland’s. Copeland’s Gun and Tackle Shop 17290 U.S. Hwy. 331 S, Freeport, Florida 32439 (850) 835-4277 Store hours: Mon. – Fri.: 6 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sat.: 6 a.m. –...

Freshwater license-free fishing weekend is April 2-3

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) invites Florida residents and visitors to go freshwater fishing during the two license-free days this weekend, April 2-3, 2022. License-free freshwater fishing days provide an excellent opportunity for those new to fishing without needing to first purchase a license. On these days, the fishing license requirement is waived for all recreational anglers, including residents and non residents. All other rules including seasons, bag and size limits still apply. Looking for a fishing spot to...

Walton county fishing report for March 29

Fishing is good! River: Still a bit muddy. Some bass biting. Bay: Speckled trout, sheepshead, black snapper, redfish. Surf: Pompano starting to bite. Click here for fishing forecast Bay and river report brought to you by Copeland’s. “Where the locals shop and the tourists are welcome.” Click here to find out more about Copeland’s. Copeland’s Gun and Tackle Shop 17290 U.S. Hwy. 331 S, Freeport, Florida 32439 (850) 835-4277 Store hours: Mon. – Fri.: 6 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sat.:...

Charity bass tournament in Freeport April 30

DeFuniak Springs Kiwanis is hosting a charity bass tournament at Black Creek Lodge in Freeport April 30, 2022. The tournament will begin at first safe light with 2 p.m. weigh in. Prizes are $2,000 1st, $750 2nd and $250 3rd place (1-29 80/20 payout 30 boats guaranteed). Entry fee is $100 per boat, $20 big fish. Food will be available to purchase at registration at weigh in. Proceeds benefit Boys and Girls Club and Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranches. For more...

Walton County fishing report for March 14

Fishing is good! River: Crappie and bass biting. Bay: Trout bite starting to pick up. Black snapper and sheepshead along with a mixed bag. Click here for fishing forecast Bay and river report brought to you by Copeland’s. “Where the locals shop and the tourists are welcome.” Click here to find out more about Copeland’s. Copeland’s Gun and Tackle Shop 17290 U.S. Hwy. 331 S, Freeport, Florida 32439 (850) 835-4277 Store hours: Mon. – Fri.: 6 a.m. – 5 p.m....

Walton County fishing report for March 1

Fishing is good! River: Crappie, catfish and bass biting. Bay: Trout season is on. Click here for fishing forecast Bay and river report brought to you by Copeland’s. “Where the locals shop and the tourists are welcome.” Click here to find out more about Copeland’s. Copeland’s Gun and Tackle Shop 17290 U.S. Hwy. 331 S, Freeport, Florida 32439 (850) 835-4277 Store hours: Mon. – Fri.: 6 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sat.: 6 a.m. – 3 p.m. Sun.: Closed...