Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report

In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, Joe Baya and Butch Theory dive deep into the art of planning and executing a successful 48-hour offshore fishing adventure in the Gulf. Drawing on decades of experience, they break down every aspect of organizing an overnight trip from picking the right date and assembling your crew, to calculating the true cost per person, including charter...

In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, Butch gets expert insights from Chris Vecsey, Capt. Bobby Abruscato, and Branden Collier. Chris shares how late summer and early fall patterns are shaping fishing success, with tips on inshore and offshore conditions, bait selection, and the effectiveness of shrimp imitations and tandem rigs.  Capt. Bobby dives into wade fishing strategies,...

In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, Butch and co-host Dylan Kiene break down the latest inshore and offshore fishing action along the Gulf Coast. They get an inshore report from Capt. Richard Rutland and discuss up to date bait migrations, water salinity and clarity, and how these factors are impacting speckled trout and flounder patterns. Offshore, Captain Cody Broughton shar...

This week's Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report brings you the latest inshore and offshore fishing updates from Dauphin Island to Orange Beach and beyond. Inshore Report: Captain Patric Garmeson of Ugly Fishing covers current conditions for speckled trout, jack crevalle, flounder, and redfish. Learn what's working right now to put fish in the boat across Mobile Bay and coastal Alabama waters. Orange...

This week, host Butch Thierry is joined by cohost Capt. Tanner Deas of Dauphin Island Fishing Charters for a full run of coastal fishing reports that will keep you on the bite. Beach Bite Recap: Capt. Tanner shares what's been working from the sand lately and the key patterns he's picked up to keep rods bent. Inshore Report: Capt. Jay O'Brien with Irish Wake Fishing dives into the current speckled...

This week, we're trading the casting rod for a bow and the saltwater flats for the heartland's moonlit waters! Join us as we go on the road to Kentucky for a full-throttle bowfishing adventure with CT Meyer, the expert guide and founder of The Obsession Outdoors . Forget what you know about traditional angling—we're chasing invasive carp under the stars, and the action is non-stop. CT breaks down...

This week on the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, we bring you a packed show covering everything from the flats to the rigs. First, Chris Vecsey of Sam's Bait and Tackle breaks down the art of sight-fishing for spooky redfish on the flats around Orange Beach and Gulf Shores. Listen in to get his pro tips on how to approach these fish and, most importantly, how to get them to eat. Then, Capt. Bobb...

On this week's Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, host Butch Thierry and co-host Angelo DePaola of The Coastal Connection check in with top captains along the coast for a full recap of the Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo and a look at the week ahead. The general consensus is that the fish are on the move, and our experts are here to break down the patterns and tactics you need to stay on the bite fr...

In this week's Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, host Butch Thierry checks in with some of the most trusted captains along the Gulf Coast to bring you up to speed on summer fishing conditions just ahead of the Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo. From the surf zone to the snapper grounds, this episode is full of expert strategies for anglers gearing up for one of the busiest fishing weeks of the year....

Tarpon Runs, Snapper Reefs, and Surfside Whiting In this week's Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report , host Butch Thierry delivers inshore, offshore, and surfside action from across the Gulf Coast. Captain Patric Garmeson of Ugly Fishing LLC kicks things off with a nearshore and inshore update, sharing where the redfish, trout, and snapper are biting—and how anglers can stay adaptable in shifting summ...

Life Jackets, Emergency Kits, and the Realities of Offshore Safety This week on the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, we're diving into boating safety with Captain Walt Bond, a seasoned Sea Tow captain and former firefighter with deep experience in maritime emergencies. From life jackets and communication devices to dewatering kits and AEDs, this episode walks through what every boater should have...

  Pitch baiting blue marlin, targeting sow snapper, and upgrading dockside setups—expert tactics from Gulf Coast veterans. In this week's Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, Butch Thierry and co-host Angelo DePaola deliver an action-packed episode that dives deep into offshore, bottom, and dockside fishing along the Gulf Coast. Michael Cleveland joins to break down his experience aboard the 72' Viki...

  Fish Care, Gulf Flavors, and the Borderlands Cookbook with Hank Shaw In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, wild game chef and author Hank Shaw joins the show to share insights from his latest book,  Borderlands , which celebrates the culture, landscapes, and cuisine along the U.S.-Mexico border. Hank reflects on his recent fishing trip to the Northern Gulf and dives into pract...

  Marlin, flounder, and mapping strategies—this week's episode has it all. In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, host Butch Thierry is joined by co-host Dylan Kiene to break down the latest onshore, inshore, and offshore action along the Gulf Coast. Captain Tanner Deas shares inshore insights, highlighting the transition to live bait as water temps rise and explaining how he's t...

  Live bait trout tactics, trash fish rodeos, and surfside pompano—all in this week's episode. In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report , host Butch Thierry is joined by top anglers from around the Gulf Coast to bring you the latest on inshore, offshore, and onshore action. Whether you're hunting jacks near the beach, chasing trout in shallow structure, or soaking bait for a trophy...

  Big trout, close-range snapper, and deep-dropping swords—all in this week's episode. In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report , host Butch Thierry is joined by co-host Dylan Kiene to bring you the latest inshore, offshore, and nearshore action from across the coast. From sight fishing redfish around hard structure to freelining snapper high in the water column, the tactics are as...

The episode features three fishing reports from local captains discussing the current fishing conditions along the Alabama Gulf Coast. Captain Jay O'Brien from Irish Wake Fishing reported challenging fishing conditions due to windy and dirty water. He's been successfully catching redfish and trout using artificial lures like Mirror Lure Catch 2000 and K-Wigglers, with live shrimp and croakers also...

  Tough conditions, smart strategies, and coastal updates from real estate to redfish—all in this week's episode. In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report , the crew covers everything from inshore to offshore to surf fishing, breaking down the latest conditions along the coast. Despite recent challenges on the water, anglers are finding success by adjusting techniques and staying di...

  Seagrass loss, dredge dumping, and how you can help protect Mobile Bay's fishery—all in this week's episode. In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report , William Strickland of Mobile Baykeeper joins to discuss a pressing environmental issue affecting local waters: the harmful disposal of dredge material from the Mobile Bay ship channel. Strickland explains how this long-standing pra...

  Trout on topwaters, surfside Spanish, and offshore swordfish updates—all in this week's episode. In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report , host Butch Thierry checks in with top anglers along the Gulf Coast for the latest on inshore, offshore, and surf fishing. Captain Branden Collier breaks down a productive inshore bite for speckled trout, redfish, and flounder, with added actio...

Breaking down gear, technique, and why slow pitch jigging could outfish your live bait setup—all in this week's episode. In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report , the crew takes a closer look at slow pitch jigging—a refined, highly effective technique gaining traction in pressured fisheries. Listeners will get a clear breakdown of how it differs from traditional jigging and live ba...

  Spanish mackerel tactics, bull red hotspots, and offshore tuna highlights—all in this week's Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report. This week's episode brings you the latest from the Alabama Gulf Coast, with captains reporting strong inshore bites for speckled trout and redfish in tidal creeks and the bay. Nearshore, Spanish mackerel and bull reds are stacking up around rigs and bay mouths, offering...

Tuna topwater tactics, popper fishing tips, and offshore tuna gear setups—all in this week's report. The Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report is your best resource for the Gulf Shores Surf Fishing Report, Orange Beach Fishing Report, Dauphin Island Fishing Report, Mobile Bay Fishing Report, and Alabama saltwater fishing everywhere in between. For the anglers looking for a Gulf Shores surf Fishing Repo...

Inshore redfish updates, offshore tuna strategy, and new insights from swordfish research—all in this week's report.   This week's Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report delivers a well-rounded mix of inshore action, offshore strategy, and scientific insight. Captain Richard Rutland of Cold Blooded Fishing kicks off the show with an inshore update, reporting strong redfish and flounder bites despite an...

  Captain Branden Collier and Matthew Isbell (Bama Beach Bum) . Captain Branden discusses wade fishing and near-shore fishing, noting that sheepshead fishing is slowing down but still productive. He shared tips about fishing techniques, baits like worms and crabs, and recommended looking for areas with bait activity and structure. Matthew Isbell focused on beach fishing, particularly pompano and f...