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Back In Action In Fort Lauderdale
Back In Action In Fort Lauderdale
December 14, 2025
Hello everyone Capt. Vinnie here. I want to take the time to apologize for the lack of reports last week. In my previous report i was saying we were going to be doing a lot of work to the boat at the spa aka "boat yard" and we wouldn't be fishing for the next few weeks, but we are back now and the boat is looking better then ever for all of our customers to enjoy. It did take longer then expected but hey not every puzzle piece is going to fit just right the first time. Anyways enough about that, lets get to what you really come here for the fishing! For the report this week i would have to honestly say that things have slowed down a bit and thats standard issue for this time of year with cold fronts and weather changing constantly. Anyone that says the fishing is good all year round is lying through there teeth. Anyways fishing has slowed down a bit from what its been and honestly it just cant be good all year everyday its not possible, but if you are patient great things come to those that wait. The reef has been where most of the action has been and believe it or not mahi mahi have been the most common catch. Mahi specially in our area are a summer time and fall fish with winter time being rare to catch them but for some reason they have been biting in shallow on the troll, and with live bait. Trolling as shallow as the edge of the reef and as deep as 300 feet has yielded the best results, for the most part they have been scattered so a little luck is needed but they have been good size as well anywhere from 10-20lbs. Other then mahi there has been some sailfish around on the live baits being fished from a kite. Afternoons specially late afternoons have been as good as a guarantee for blackfin tuna, trolling is going to be the best method and smaller baits are going to get the best results. Average size on the tunas has been on the smaller size but thats standard for this time of year, even though the tuna maybe small they are still great eating and make wonderful poke bowls and sushi tuna. Last but not least the bottom fishing report is starting to heat up and this is the time of year is when i do the most of it, we have been seeing some larger yellow eye snappers right now on deep bottom spots around 400 feet. On the shallower spots around 200 feet we have been seeing some very nice porgys as well as vermillion snappers. This time of year when conditions are right bottom fishing is a great way to put meat on the table. Please take a chance and check out some of the great pictures of some recent catches that were caught while out on our deep sea fishing charters including a yellow eye snapper almost 10lbs, and remember to give us a like and follow on social media platforms like facebook and instagram @Ybnormalsportfishing for daily fishing content. Coming up for the next few weeks as of right now we have some availability for fishing trips and fishing makes a great gift specially for the holiday season. So if your coming down to Fort Lauderdale and looking to get out on the water we would love to show you a great time out there.. more later... Capt. Vinnie
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What anglers said about fishing in Broward County

get to boat earlier, we had address but boat was behind building in canal, luckily we were half hour early so we found it on time. live bait is 90$ for 3 dozen via harbor bait boat, so if you can get it cheaper do that, bonita is recommended.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
get to boat earlier, we had address but boat was behind building in canal, luckily we were half hour early so we found it on time. live bait is 90$ for 3 dozen via harbor bait boat, so if you can get it cheaper do that, bonita is recommended.
Get Reel Sportfishing
Get Reel Sportfishing
Focus on the controllables the most important things are other people that are taking you out in the experience that they give you. They canโ€™t promise that youโ€™re gonna catch fish but they can promise that you have a good time. Thatโ€™s what we got and oh by the way, we caught lots of fish. Including a woolly mammoth ?
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Focus on the controllables the most important things are other people that are taking you out in the experience that they give you. They canโ€™t promise that youโ€™re gonna catch fish but they can promise that you have a good time. Thatโ€™s what we got and oh by the way, we caught lots of fish. Including a woolly mammoth ?
Marlin My Darlin Sportfishing
Marlin My Darlin Sportfishing
Yes it was a record setting day for temp in December 85* but we caught fish!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Yes it was a record setting day for temp in December 85* but we caught fish!
Fishing Guide Capt Tom Hinterschied
Fishing Guide Capt Tom Hinterschied
Captain Tyler knows what heโ€™s doing and so does their entire fleet of boats
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Captain Tyler knows what heโ€™s doing and so does their entire fleet of boats
Reel Floridian Fishing โ€“ DFB
Reel Floridian Fishing โ€“ DFB
Go to Marlin My Darlin! Book an early trip and use all the good luck you have !
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go to Marlin My Darlin! Book an early trip and use all the good luck you have !
Marlin My Darlin Sportfishing
Marlin My Darlin Sportfishing
if you arent used to swells take some dramamine before for motion sickness
Excellent
5.0 / 5
if you arent used to swells take some dramamine before for motion sickness
YB Normal
YB Normal
The water was rough but i do not experience motion sickness. If you are new to deep sea fishing i would definitely suggest motion sickness meds prior to your trip.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The water was rough but i do not experience motion sickness. If you are new to deep sea fishing i would definitely suggest motion sickness meds prior to your trip.
Bay Breeze Sportfishing
Bay Breeze Sportfishing
Being from the gulf coast of Florida, it is crazy that it only takes a few miles to get to 500 ft. What a great fishery. Palegic fish at your fingertips!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Being from the gulf coast of Florida, it is crazy that it only takes a few miles to get to 500 ft. What a great fishery. Palegic fish at your fingertips!
OAPB Fishing Charters
OAPB Fishing Charters
Bring your sunscreen, water and snacks. Thatโ€™s about all you need. Everything else is covered by the Captain and crew.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Bring your sunscreen, water and snacks. Thatโ€™s about all you need. Everything else is covered by the Captain and crew.
Captain Andy โ€“ Party Boat Fishing
Captain Andy โ€“ Party Boat Fishing
Get ready for things to go from zero to one hundred in a flash! Fishing is a blast in that way. You wait. Wait. Wait. Then, Shazam! You catch fish.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Get ready for things to go from zero to one hundred in a flash! Fishing is a blast in that way. You wait. Wait. Wait. Then, Shazam! You catch fish.
Ringmaster Charters
Ringmaster Charters
If youโ€™re not sure about sea sickness, take a Dramamine the night before and then again a good 1-2 hours before the trip. We wore long sleeve shirts with SPF protection, they worked really well.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If youโ€™re not sure about sea sickness, take a Dramamine the night before and then again a good 1-2 hours before the trip. We wore long sleeve shirts with SPF protection, they worked really well.
Capt. Tacoโ€™s Hooked Up Sportfishing
Capt. Tacoโ€™s Hooked Up Sportfishing
Playtime fishing is great. Boat and crew were awesome. The fishing was fun and never know what you will reel in. Close to shore so not a long boat ride. Try it and have fun
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Playtime fishing is great. Boat and crew were awesome. The fishing was fun and never know what you will reel in. Close to shore so not a long boat ride. Try it and have fun
Playtime Sportfishing
Playtime Sportfishing
Definitely book with Reel Floridian Fishing If you want to have a great time with family like people, Josh and max gave me and my grandpa a experience of a lifetime
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Definitely book with Reel Floridian Fishing If you want to have a great time with family like people, Josh and max gave me and my grandpa a experience of a lifetime
Reel Floridian Fishing
Reel Floridian Fishing
Yes I will definitely recommend JP to my family, friends and work colleagues. With JP you will caught lots of fish for sure great Captain.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Yes I will definitely recommend JP to my family, friends and work colleagues. With JP you will caught lots of fish for sure great Captain.
Bass Whisper Guide โ€“ย Fort Lauderdale
Bass Whisper Guide โ€“ย Fort Lauderdale
If youโ€™re looking to catch freshwater fish, you must book with Captain Dave โ€œfisherman musicianโ€ He knows exactly where the fish areโ€ฆ.. within minutes he stopped the boat, 3 Peacockโ€™s.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If youโ€™re looking to catch freshwater fish, you must book with Captain Dave โ€œfisherman musicianโ€ He knows exactly where the fish areโ€ฆ.. within minutes he stopped the boat, 3 Peacockโ€™s.
Bass Fishing Musician
Bass Fishing Musician
UPF Protective clothing and bug spray according to area. Drink plenty of hydrating liquids, even if not thirsty to keep yourselves cool.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
UPF Protective clothing and bug spray according to area. Drink plenty of hydrating liquids, even if not thirsty to keep yourselves cool.
Florida Everglades Charters
Florida Everglades Charters
Wear sun protection and bring liquids to stay hydrated. Ice chests are provided!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Wear sun protection and bring liquids to stay hydrated. Ice chests are provided!
Good Hit Sportfishing 2.0 Netflix Boat
Good Hit Sportfishing 2.0 Netflix Boat
The pompano beach fishing in July was pretty good as itโ€™s now peak fishing season but still had a blast on the water and caught some nice fish
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The pompano beach fishing in July was pretty good as itโ€™s now peak fishing season but still had a blast on the water and caught some nice fish
It's Never Enough Sport Fishing โ€“ 45'
It's Never Enough Sport Fishing โ€“ 45'
This was my adult Sonโ€™s and mine first fishing trip to Ft Lauderdale and we had a great time. We are at the airport planning our next fishing trip back 10 out of 10!!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
This was my adult Sonโ€™s and mine first fishing trip to Ft Lauderdale and we had a great time. We are at the airport planning our next fishing trip back 10 out of 10!!!
Fishing with Jake Peacock Bass
Fishing with Jake Peacock Bass
I would book a trip with Zach! He knows all the great spots to fish, especially for Peacock! Everyone will catch something! So fun!!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I would book a trip with Zach! He knows all the great spots to fish, especially for Peacock! Everyone will catch something! So fun!!!
Fishing with Jake Peacock Bass
Fishing with Jake Peacock Bass