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March saltwater fishing reopenings in the Gulf 

The following species will reopen to recreational harvest March 1, 2022: Gray triggerfish reopens in Gulf state and federal waters. If you plan to fish for gray triggerfish in state or federal waters from a private recreational vessel, you must sign up as a State Reef Fish Angler (annual renewal is required). To learn more, visit MyFWC.com/Marine and click on “Recreational Regulations” and “State Reef Fish Survey” under “Reef Fish.” Sign up today at GoOutdoorsFlorida.com. Spotted seatrout reopens in the...

Walton County fishing report for Feb. 3

Fishing is good! River: Crappie bite is on. Bay: Sheepshead. Hunting: wood duck season is going 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.:...

Walton County fishing report for Jan. 19

Fishing is good! River: Crappie bite is on. Bay: Sheepshead and a few trout. Hunting: wood duck season is going 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....

Gulf grouper and snapper season changes Jan. 1  

Several species of grouper and snapper will either open or close to harvest in Gulf state waters starting Jan. 1. Red grouper will reopen to recreational harvest in Gulf state waters (excluding Monroe County). Blackfin, silk, queen and wenchman snappers will reopen to recreational and commercial harvest in Gulf state waters. Gag grouper will close to recreational harvest in Gulf state waters. For more on these regulations, visit MyFWC.com/Marine and select “Recreational Regulations” or download the Fish Rules App at Instagram.com/FishRulesApp or Facebook.com/FishRulesApp....

Walton County fishing report for Dec. 10

Fishing is good! River: Bass, crappie, shellcracker. Bay: Redfish, black drum, and sheepshead. 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...

Walton County fishing report for Nov. 30

Fishing is good! River: Catfish, crappie, shellcracker. Bay: Redfish and sheepshead. 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...

Walton County fishing report for Nov. 19

Fishing is good! River: Catfish, crappie, a few shellcracker. Bay: Trout bite is picking along with redfish, black drum, and black snapper. 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...