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Reef bite is on fire

July 17, 2026 Islamorada 5 photos
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This week Due to the weed situation we've been spending a lot more time fishing the reefs and drop off. The yellowtail Snapper bite has been Awesome we are currently in the middle of a Mangrove Snapper spawn And they are chewing as well! Check out the African Pompano we caught this week. Also the drops have been good for amberjack and Vermilion snapper. Still catching quite a few mahi here as well just requires a longer day Tight lines! Captain Brian
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Poppa Wahoo
Islamorada, Florida, United States
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Spend a day on the Poppa Wahoo and let them show you what makes the fishing in Islamorada so memorable! With an experienced local captain at the helm and an ambitious crew hustling for you, you'll be on the fish in no time! Poppa Wahoo is a 54' ...

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