
As the waters of Tampa Bay begin to warm up, one fish species is on the minds of anglers across the region - the mighty Mangrove Snapper. These feisty, hard-fighting fish are a favorite among local fishermen, and the upcoming snapper season is an exciting time to get out on the water and target these impressive gamefish.

As a passionate angler, I'm always on the lookout for new and exciting fishing adventures. Recently, I had the opportunity to join my good friend Jake on a winter Spotted Seatrout and Redfish excursion in our trusty ganu (a small, lightweight boat). What started as a casual outing quickly turned into an unforgettable experience, filled with fast-paced action, technical fishing, and the thrill of battling hard-fighting reds in the inshore shallows.