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End of July Fishing Report – Lower Keys & Big Pine Key Summer fishing is in full swing here in the Lower Keys, especially around Big Pine Key, and the action has been steady! We’ve been focusing on the deep channels throughout the backcountry, where they act like underwater highways for fish on the move. Early mornings and late afternoons have been the most productive, as the fish tend to move deeper during the heat of the day. The backcountry has been producing plenty of Mangrove Snapper, Barracuda, Sharks, and even a few Red Grouper. Over at the Bahia Honda Bridge, there are still resident Tarpon around, although they’re becoming more scattered. This week we also landed a nice Goliath Grouper, along with plenty of snapper action and some exciting barracuda and shark chase-downs that kept everyone on their toes. The reef edge continues to hold good numbers of Yellowtail Snapper, Cero Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, and a variety of other species. Setting out a spread has been producing action, and you never know what’s going to show up behind the boat. We also keep a jig and a few spoons ready to cast at surface-feeding fish whenever the opportunity presents itself. The Mahi-Mahi bite is on, but it’s definitely a hunt. The sargassum weed is finally beginning to bunch up into defined weed lines, creating excellent trolling opportunities. Keep an eye out for birds, floating debris, and clean weed edges—when you find them, it’s game on! At the end of the day, it’s not just about the fish—it’s about making memories with family and friends while enjoying everything the Florida Keys has to offer. Tight lines, and we’ll see you on the water! Capt. Tony Florida Keys Island Fishing ? Big Pine Key & Lower Keys **hidden content**

Lower Keys Fishing Report – July 3, 2026 Fishing has been good, but understanding the tides and using the right tactics will put you on the bite. We are currently in a waning gibbous moon phase, heading toward the last quarter moon on July 7. As the water temperatures continue to rise, we’re entering prime time for the Mangrove Snapper spawn. The deep channels in the backcountry have been producing well, as fish are moving down the water column in search of cooler water. Working the bottom with fish-finder and knocker rigs can reward anglers with quality grouper and snapper. Setting out live baits on the surface can quickly lead to hookups with mackerel and barracuda—not to mention the sharks that always seem to show up. The bridges continue to hold good numbers of fish, including both Mangrove Snapper and Mutton Snapper. Plenty of other species are mixed in, so come prepared with several leader setups and be ready when the bite turns on. The reef edge is holding an abundant amount of Yellowtail Snapper. Chum is the name of the game, and fishing in 70 to 80 feet of water along the edge is producing some beautiful tails. There are also plenty of King and Cero Mackerel in the mix, so keep a wire rig ready and send out a live ballyhoo for your chance at a screaming run. Solunar Outlook: With the waning gibbous moon, the best feeding windows this week should occur around sunrise and again during the late evening into the overnight hours as the moon rises later each night. Plan your trips around moving water during these periods for your best chance at success. Fishing is good in the Lower Keys… Let’s Go!

Florida Keys Fishing Report The summer sun is heating up, and the fish are biting! We’re seeing a strong flow of Sargassum grass this season, with weed lines filling many of our beaches and channels. Finding clean water and moving current has become a key factor to success. Having live bait—or the ability to catch it—continues to give anglers a huge advantage. The Snapper bite has been a bit slower due to weak currents, so we’ve been putting out a spread and covering all the bases. This week we found a beautiful 24-inch Red Grouper along with some nice Mangrove Snapper in the backcountry. Positioning the boat and presenting baits properly has been the difference-maker. There are plenty of fish to be found, but avoiding slack tides and targeting deeper channels where fish seek cooler water will greatly improve your chances. Summer fishing is in full swing, and there are still plenty of opportunities to put together a great catch. Let’s Get ’Em! ? Captain Tony Florida Keys Island Fishing