Fort Lauderdale fishing charter report

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Bonito
Bonito
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Cavalla
Tilefish
Tilefish

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This Fort Lauderdale fishing report is a positive one as Tropical Storm Colin has passed far to our west bringing plenty of rain to the west side of Florida and on into Georgia and above while we saw very little weather here on the SE side of Florida. I don't think we fully lived up to “the Sunshine State” moniker as we had plenty of clouds, but the bad weather was to our west, just west, but an inch is a good as a mile when it comes to these things. A near miss is still a miss. Kingfishing has been good and remains strong. These fish are a staple for us and the bite has been best to the south of our inlet in water ranging from 90 to 120 feet in depth. Good numbers of Bonito bending the rods as well and once again we are more than happy to see them in the area as we need them for those strip baits we shape from their skin and our cupboard is essentially bare. Was essentially bare. We have actually had a few clients take some home lately. Well.... years ago we would never dream of eating an Amberjack and now we do, but I don't think the Bonito has much of a chance of cracking the top ten anytime soon. So we skinned them out and they took the meat and we kept the skin for those precious strip baits. Everybody wins. Our bottom buddies the Golden Tiles have continued to be difficult out in the deep water. They have seemed almost automatic for months but the last three tries at them have been a bust. The good news is that the Blackfins are biting out there most days and it is a quick change from one to the other as they are very much in the same area. Out way offshore there are some Swords to be had. That's if one can keep that Sword bait on the bottom in 1800 feet or so without a Bluefin or Big EyeTuna eating it. Heard of 5 this week. Happened a bit last summer as well. Give us a call, we have the tackle for this Sword/ Tuna developing storyline. Cape Breton Nova Scotia certainly isn't in danger of losing the crown, but this is interesting stuff. Big Jack Crevalles moving along the shallow reefs and the beaches and these are the big ones. Great fun, lousy to eat. Did I say great fun? Tiger by the tail for sure and they will work you out. Maybe the Bonito recipe would work for them too. Sailfish no. Wahoo no. Mahi-Mahi some. Amberjack yes. Mutton Snapper too. Tight lines, there is good action for limited species, and that action can be very good.
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Summertime Sailfishing
Summertime Sailfishing
Agosto 3, 2026
Fort Lauderdale Fishing Report Aboard the Marlin My Darlin Fleet This Week Highlights 8/1/26 This week, the Fort Lauderdale fishing scene aboard the Marlin My Darlin fleet has been outstanding. Over the past 10 days, fishing has been exceptional as seagrass begins to ease, opening up a wider range of techniques for all our charters. Bottom fishing is strong, trolling has been phenomenal, and live-bait fishing remains highly productive. The relief from seagrass has been tremendous and should only improve as we move deeper into fall. Reef Trolling Reef trolling has been exceptional with big schools of fish showing up. Bonita are around, along with a number of nice-sized Wahoos (Dorado). King mackerel are still a bit spread out, but several days have produced limits. We’re also seeing a good number of summertime Sailfish in the area. Reef trolling remains one of our premier techniques, and we expect it to stay a top option as we head into fall. Offshore Mahi Offshore Mahi fishing is heating up. Seagrass patches are starting to group into large paddies, drawing Mahi to shade and bait fish beneath. This seasonal pattern typically ramps up now and tends to be particularly strong in the coming months, often reaching a peak later in the year. Expect excellent offshore Mahi action as our charter season progresses. Bottom Fishing Summertime brings consistently strong bottom fishing, especially for snappers along the reef and in deeper waters. Yellowtails, mangrove snappers, and mutton snappers are perennial favorites, and over the past couple weeks the action has been steady and should continue through the fall. Bottom fishing remains one of our most reliable techniques. Swordfishing Offshore daytime and nighttime swordfishing has been fantastic. Reports from the fleet are outstanding, with some boats catching multiple bites in a single charter day. Summer typically offers favorable conditions for daytime swordfishing, often accompanied by mahi-mahi, blackfin tuna, tunas, and occasional Sailfish at night. While winter is traditionally best for swordfish, summer provides exciting daytime action as well. Conclusion This week’s Fort Lauderdale fishing report for the Marlin My Darlin fleet looks excellent. The weather forecast is favorable with no hurricanes in sight, and as we emerge from lobster mini-season, fishing typically stays strong through October. If you’re in the area, book a trip and get out on the water. For reservations, please call our landline. Marlin My Darlin Phone: **hidden content** Website: **hidden content**
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August fishing
August fishing
Luglio 31, 2026
Fort Lauderdale Fishing Report Aboard the Marlin My Darlin Fleet This Week Highlights 8/1/26 This week, the Fort Lauderdale fishing scene aboard the Marlin My Darlin fleet has been outstanding. Over the past 10 days, fishing has been exceptional as seagrass begins to ease, opening up a wider range of techniques for all our charters. Bottom fishing is strong, trolling has been phenomenal, and live-bait fishing remains highly productive. The relief from seagrass has been tremendous and should only improve as we move deeper into fall. Reef Trolling Reef trolling has been exceptional with big schools of fish showing up. Bonita are around, along with a number of nice-sized Wahoos (Dorado). King mackerel are still a bit spread out, but several days have produced limits. We’re also seeing a good number of summertime Sailfish in the area. Reef trolling remains one of our premier techniques, and we expect it to stay a top option as we head into fall. Offshore Mahi Offshore Mahi fishing is heating up. Seagrass patches are starting to group into large paddies, drawing Mahi to shade and bait fish beneath. This seasonal pattern typically ramps up now and tends to be particularly strong in the coming months, often reaching a peak later in the year. Expect excellent offshore Mahi action as our charter season progresses. Bottom Fishing Summertime brings consistently strong bottom fishing, especially for snappers along the reef and in deeper waters. Yellowtails, mangrove snappers, and mutton snappers are perennial favorites, and over the past couple weeks the action has been steady and should continue through the fall. Bottom fishing remains one of our most reliable techniques. Swordfishing Offshore daytime and nighttime swordfishing has been fantastic. Reports from the fleet are outstanding, with some boats catching multiple bites in a single charter day. Summer typically offers favorable conditions for daytime swordfishing, often accompanied by mahi-mahi, blackfin tuna, tunas, and occasional Sailfish at night. While winter is traditionally best for swordfish, summer provides exciting daytime action as well. Conclusion This week’s Fort Lauderdale fishing report for the Marlin My Darlin fleet looks excellent. The weather forecast is favorable with no hurricanes in sight, and as we emerge from lobster mini-season, fishing typically stays strong through October. If you’re in the area, book a trip and get out on the water. For reservations, please call our landline. Marlin My Darlin Phone: **hidden content** Website: **hidden content**
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July 4 2026 Fishing
July 4 2026 Fishing
Luglio 9, 2026
Fort Lauderdale Charter Fishing Report – Week of 7/4/26 Marlin My Darlin Sportfish Fleet Overview The South Florida charter fishing scene is strong across the board. Over the last week to 10 days, wahoo have been roaring along the reef, delivering both big trophies and plenty of consistent action. Trolling has been a standout technique, with sea grass conditions allowing for productive battles most days. We’re also seeing solid activity from mahi-mahi, blackfin tuna, kingfish, mackerel, sailfish, and other top-class gamefish, making for exciting all-around inshore and offshore action. Wahoo - The wahoo bite has been phenomenal along the reef. We’ve landed multiple big fish, with a healthy mix of smaller 20–30 lb specimens. - In addition to wahoo, expect strong trolling opportunities across the charter fleet. Sea grass has been a common factor this season, but when conditions allow, we’ve found excellent trolling results. Mahi-Mahi - Offshore mahi-mahi fishing is becoming more consistent. Large weed patches are prevalent, and while one in ten patches holds some action, the bite can be productive when you locate the right pockets. - The mahi population is developing nicely for the early part of summer. Expect fair to good catches on reliable offshore trips. Shark Fishing - Shark fishing has been outstanding, with big hammerheads, bull sharks, lemon sharks, and even a few threshers showing up in recent weeks. - Summer is a peak time to chase trophy sharks, and many trips report heavy pulls and exciting runs that make for memorable escapades on the water. Bottom Fishing - Snapper and grouper activity on the bottom has been a touch light lately, particularly on daytime trips. - Night fishing has been especially strong, with deep-water snappers like yellowtails, blackfin snapper, and even American red snapper appearing on the bite. Swordfish - Swordfish fishing at night remains excellent. Daytime efforts have been slower, but nighttime anglers report consistent catches ranging from 50 to 250 pounds. - South Florida remains one of the premier year-round swordfishing destinations, drawing anglers from around the world to chase these elusive giants. Conclusion South Florida charter fishing remains very strong and one of the best times of the year to get out on the water with family, friends, or colleagues. We’ve seen consistent fishing with plenty of action and a good number of fish to take home for dinner on recent trips. Reservations Book your next fishing adventure with Marlin My Darlin. Whether you’re planning a family outing, a bachelor party, a father-son trip, or a corporate event, we’ve got you covered. Contact Marlin My Darlin Phone: **hidden content** Website: **hidden content**
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