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Spiny lobster seasons begin soon

Special two day season July 25-26, then regular season starts Aug. 6 The 2012 recreational and commercial spiny lobster seasons will open soon, beginning with the two-day spiny lobster recreational season July 25 and 26. The regular commercial and recreational lobster season starts Aug. 6 and runs through March 31. The special two-day season occurs on the last consecutive Wednesday and Thursday in July each year to let recreational fishermen collect spiny lobsters before commercial lobster traps are placed in...

Walton County fishing report for July 11

Fishing off just a bit but still great Fishing has been off temporarily from the rain, but we need it. Choctawhatchee Bay: Lots of black drum being caught, some a little wormy but good. Trout biting still good along with some redfish. Creeks/river: Bass and hybrids being caught at the mouth of the river. Offshore: Folks are catching everything out there! “Don’t pay attention to the weatherman’s prediction, all you need to do is get out there and you will...

Kayak and SUP Fishing tournament at Bluewater Bay marina July 28

Bluewater Bay Marina and Paradise Paddle Boards are hosting a kayak and stand up paddle board fishing tournament on Saturday, July 28, 2012, 1st light—3 p.m. Click here to download tournament registration Rules: 1. The entrant may weigh 1 fish in each division (3). 2. The fish must be caught by one person on either a kayak, or SUP. 3. The entrant will not be penalized for dead fish. 4. All fish entered must be caught using methods deemed legal by the Florida Fish...

Walton County fishing report for July 5

Fishing is great Choctawhatchee Bay: Lots of redfish and speckled trout being caught. Still a few black drum, sheepshead and flounder being caught as well. Creeks/river: Good bit of catfish being caught. Offshore: Folks are catching everything out there! “Don’t pay attention to the weatherman’s prediction, all you need to do is get out there and you will catch fish,” Danny said. Click here for fishing forecast Bay and river report brought to you by Copeland’s. “Where the locals shop...

Red snapper season in Gulf extended 6 days

Last day of season July 16 The federal and state recreational red snapper season in Gulf of Mexico waters has been extended six days. The season will close July 17, with the last day of the season being July 16. NOAA Fisheries decided to extend the season because bad weather in June led to decreased fishing opportunities. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) decided to go consistent with any federal season increases at its June 28 meeting in...

Bay scallop season opens July 1 and runs until Sept. 25

It’s time, bay scallop harvesters! Get your snorkels, masks and dive flags ready. The recreational bay scallop harvest season starts July 1. The season is regularly open through Sept. 10, but at its June 28 meeting in Palm Beach Gardens, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) extended the season two weeks. Bay scallops can be recreationally harvested in Gulf of Mexico state waters (shore to nine nautical miles) from the Pasco-Hernando County line to the west bank of...

Walton County fishing report for June 27

Fishing is great Choctawhatchee Bay: Lots of black drum, sheepshead and redfish being caught along the causeway on the bottom with shrimp.  Barometer is better, should pick up even more. Creeks/river: Good bit of catfish being caught. “Don’t pay attention to the weatherman’s prediction, all you need to do is get out there and you will catch fish,” Danny said. Click here for fishing forecast Bay and river report brought to you by Copeland’s. “Where the locals shop and the...

Walton County fishing report for June 20

Fishing is great Choctawhatchee Bay: Lots of black drum, sheepshead and redfish being caught along the causeway on the bottom with shrimp. Also some flounder being caught and crabs. Creeks/river: Good bit of catfish being caught. Some bluegill, however been a bit muddy. Surf: June grass is in. “Don’t pay attention to the weatherman’s prediction, all you need to do is get out there and you will catch fish,” Danny said. Click here for fishing forecast Bay and river report...