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There is more to be found in front of your Singer Island hotel than vast, beautiful waters. fishing boat singer islandTurtles, whales, dolphins and birds abound. But, the most tempting attractions are perhaps the endless varieties of fish. Numerous techniques are available to choose from when saltwater fishing; and knowing a little about each can help the eager fisherman decide which method is best. Drift Fishing near Riviera Beach Drift fishing is a relaxing way to spend an afternoon deep sea fishing out on the open waters, and knowing the proper technique can help ensure success.  First, consider hiring a fishing guide for an optimal offshore fishing experience.  The rod needed to drift fish should be about eight feet long with a sturdy tip. Using a graphite reel, put out 300 or more yards of line.  Find a promising spot and either release…

Introduce to Your Kids  Today’s children are faced with vastly different challenges and situations than we faced when we were small.  The amount of pressure to succeed often placed on our kids, combined with a world that is readily accessible at the click of a button, is creating a generation of overly stimulated and stressed…

Mahi-Mahi Deep Sea Fishing  Mahi-mahi is a fairly easy fish to find while day fishing off the coast of Juno.  They are not often picky about bait and can usually be lured by flies or popping bugs.  However, if an angler is not successful using this type of bait, ballyhoo or mullet strips can also be used.  When trying to catch a large mahi-mahi, live bait is often best. Trolling works well to identify schools while saltwater fishing, and keeping one baitfish in the water will ensure the school does not stray far from the boat.  Mahi-mahi can range in size from one to 80 plus pounds and the largest ever caught in Florida came in at an unbelievable 77 pounds.  The average length of a large adult seldom surpasses 30 inches. Fishing for Cobia in Juno Beach Much like the mahi-mahi, cobia are…

The Most Interesting Fish Ever Caught off the Coast of Jupiter, Florida The most interesting fish ever caught off the coast of Florida is a crevalle jack. Away from its regular stomping grounds, this fish was captured off the coast of Jupiter during a day of offshore fishing and weighed an amazing 57 pounds. The crevalle jack typically inhabits deep waters and feeds mainly on schools of baitfish. It thrives in an array of climates and can be found in waters from Canada to Portugal. At its largest, it can be 66 centimeters long and weigh upwards of 70 pounds. However, the crevalle jack is not considered a tasty fish and is often used instead for harnessing fish oil. The Three Tastiest Saltwater Fish to Catch When Deep Sea Fishing Even though the crevalle jack is not considered very tasty, other Florida saltwater fish…

Snapper Fishing in Palm Beach Gardens Snapper is a delicious, firm white fish with a light flavor often caught when deep sea fishing.  It is also a crowd favorite due to the endless culinary possibilities it presents.  Snapper can be fried, grilled, braised, steamed, or seared and is a go-to fish for many barbecues. Try pairing snapper with red new potatoes or asparagus.  To keep things simple, cut up a few red bell peppers and avocadoes and enjoy snapper with this simple light salad.  A full-bodied Chardonnay brings out the fish’s light flavor, though Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc can work in a pinch.       Saltwater Fishing for Grouper Grouper is another flaky white fish best prepared with a light marinade so as not to overpower the taste of this highly revered fish.  After a successful day of deep…

By Nathan Benson Special to ESPNOutdoors.com August 11, 2009   A Google search on “drift fishing” show a trend in the top search results. Among the Web sites listed, there are several charter boats operating on Florida’s southeast coast, from West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale.                  …

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By Nathan Benson Special Thanks to ESPNOutdoors.com June 11,2010 Spring is in the air. OK, so we’re actually well into spring technically, but that uncharacteristically long, cold winter made one wonder if it would ever get here. But now we’re in the midst of it, made obvious by the warmer, longer days, blossoming flowers and…