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Hello Veteran fishermen I enjoy saltwater fishing, mainly on St. George Island and off the old bridge. I try to plan ahead what days I will go to St George and what time. What do you use to predict the best time /day to go fishing? Do you recommend any websites? Please let me know Always, thanks for...

I heard that the old fishing bridge (Bryant Patton) before going to the bridge to St. George Island is damaged due to tropical Storm Debby. Is this true? I was planning to go there with family this weekend to fish. The kids would be disappointed (as well as myself) if we cannot fish there. What abou...

I purchased a used reel (Penn 330GTi) with a Penn Special Boat 6' foot rod. The rod tip is missing the ceramic ring and I was wondering where I could take it to get it fixed? Would Kevin's Sporting Goods or West Marine store be a good place? The reel appears to be in good shape; where would you reco...

How big of a circle hook?

Thank you for the replys! Both my poles are about 8 foot long. Do you think that is long enough for casting out?

I am planning to fish this month and next month on the beaches on St. George Island. I don't want to go on anyone's private property, so where can I go surf fish on St. George Island? Hoping to catch Pompano and Spanish Mackerel; what type of bait, lures and fishing hooks should I use? Thanks for th...

Any recommended bait or lures besides fiddler crabs?

Thank you!

Is there a bait and tacklet shop nerby whre i can buy fiddler crabs?

Wow, thank you for the quick replies! I appreciate the recommendations from all you experienced fisherman. I will go try your recommendations! I usually fish out on the retired bridge by St. George Island but I have not caught any redfish or Sheepshead there. Mainly Whiting or Spanish Mackerel.

Hello
I live in Tallahassee and do not own a boat.
Can anyone recommend me a pier or a location i can drive to for Sheepshead or Redfish?
Thanks