Northwest Florida Fishing Report

In this week's episode of the Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya is joined by top local captains and guides: Captain Tyler Massey of Hot Spots Charters , Captain Evan Wheeler of Tall Pines Tight Lines , and surf fishing expert Blake Hunter from Reel 30A . The crew breaks down the best winter fishing tactics for inshore, offshore, and beach anglers from Pensacola to Panama City. Learn...

Join host Joe Baya as he kicks off the first Northwest Florida Fishing Report of 2026, featuring expert insights from top guides Brandon Barton (Pensacola) and Captain Justin Leake (Panama City). This episode covers essential winter fishing tips for inshore and offshore anglers, from targeting bull redfish around bridges and flats, to safety considerations for kayak fishermen during colder months....

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Martha LaGuardia-Kotite , retired U.S. Coast Guard Captain, Harvard-educated author, and one of the first women to serve aboard all-male Coast Guard cutters. With a distinguished 29-year career spanning disaster response, homeland security, post-9/11 operations, and global missions, Martha shares firsthand insights from a lifetime dedicated to saving live...

Join hosts Joe Baya, Butch Theory, and Nick Williams for a special holiday episode of the Northwest Florida Fishing Report, presented by Great Days Outdoors Magazine. In this Christmas Special, the captains discuss the best fishing gift ideas and must-have angling gear for 2025, covering both freshwater and saltwater essentials. Listeners will discover expert recommendations on waders, filet knive...

Join host Joe Baya for the latest Northwest Florida Fishing Report as he welcomes Captain Evan Wheeler (Pensacola inshore expert) and Captain Adam Peoples (Destin offshore specialist). Discover top winter fishing tactics, including how to target redfish, speckled trout, and more during cold fronts in Pensacola Bay. Learn the best bait choices, water conditions, and timing for successful trips. Cap...

Join host Joe Baya on the Northwest Florida Fishing Report for an action-packed episode featuring Captain Blake Nelson of Last Cast Charters in Destin and Captain Tyler Massey of Hot Spots Charters in Pensacola. Get expert insights on winter fishing in the Emerald Coast, including how to target redfish and trout on the flats, tournament strategies, bait and lure selection, and adapting to cold, ch...

Tune into this winter's Northwest Florida Fishing Report as host Joe Baya teams up with Capt. Justin Leake with Panama City Inshore and Brandon Barton with Emerald Waters Kayak Charters for a deep dive into the season's best fishing opportunities. Discover expert techniques for targeting redfish, speckled trout, and flounder in the bays, as well as offshore strategies for blackfin and yellowfin tu...

Join the Northwest Florida Fishing Report for a special Thanksgiving episode packed with winter fishing wisdom, conservation insights, and deep-dive discussions on what makes late-season angling across the Panhandle so unique. Host Joe Baya brings together Captain Evan Wheeler and Captain Patrick Garmason for an honest, expert-level breakdown of how to approach cold-water fishing in Pensacola, Mob...

Join host Joe Baya and a team of expert captains, including Angelo DePaola, Butch Thierry, Tom Hilton, Blake Hunter, and Captain Evan Wheeler, for the latest Northwest Florida Fishing Report. This episode covers inshore, offshore, and surf fishing conditions from Pensacola to Destin and Panama City, featuring hot bite updates for pompano, redfish, yellowfin tuna, and whiting. Learn expert techniqu...

In this week's Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya delivers an action-packed update on the hottest fall fishing in Destin and Pensacola. Offshore expert Captain Adam Peoples shares valuable insights on the exceptional Wahoo bite, Blue Marlin and swordfish action, plus pro tips for targeting yellowfin tuna and rig tactics in the Gulf of Mexico. Inshore, surf fishing guide Justin Reed br...

Join Host  Joe Baya on this week's Northwest Florida Fishing Report for an action-packed update from Pensacola to Panama City. Brandon Barton of Emerald Waters Kayak Charters reports an incredible run of Blackfin and Yellowfin tuna just off the beaches—some within casting range for kayak and pier anglers. Clean blue water and strong currents have pushed bait close to shore, fueling nonstop pelagic...

Jump into this week's Northwest Florida Fishing Report for a comprehensive update on Gulf Coast angling action. Host Joe Baya is joined by Captain Adam Peeples to break down the current snapper season, east wind fishing strategies, and blue water tactics for marlin, swordfish, and tuna. Captain Blake Nelson delivers expert advice on adapting to fall cold fronts, targeting redfish and trout on the...

Join host Joe Baya on the Northwest Florida Fishing Report for the latest hot tips and tactics from Pensacola to Destin and Panama City. Captain Evan Wheeler breaks down advanced inshore fishing strategies for redfish and speckled trout during challenging neap tides, sharing how to use wind, tides, and lure selection to maximize success. Kayak fishing expert Brandon Barton dives into nearshore tac...

Tune into this week's Northwest Florida Fishing Report for expert insights into the fall fishing season from Pensacola to Panama City. Host Joe Baya is joined by guests Blake Hunter (Real 30A), Captain Blake Nelson (Destin), and Captain Adam Peoples, sharing inshore, offshore, and onshore updates packed with actionable advice. Learn about the ongoing pompano migration, Spanish mackerel hotspots in...

In this episode of the Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya is joined by Captain Harris Scruggs of Triple B Charters and Captain Justin Lee of Panama City Inshore to deliver the latest insights on Panama City fishing, inshore and offshore tactics, and fall fishing strategies along the Gulf Coast. The captains break down how to target king mackerel, Spanish mackerel, sailfish, mahi, and...

Join host Joe Baya for the latest Northwest Florida Fishing Report, featuring expert insights from Tom Hilton of Hilton's Real Time Navigator, Captain Evan Wheeler, and surf fishing specialist Justin Reed. This episode covers the hottest inshore, offshore, and surf fishing action from Pensacola to Panama City and Destin. Learn about current fishing conditions, including water temperature, salinity...

In this episode of the Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya and co-host Butch Thierry dive deep into a topic every boat owner needs to understand: the critical differences between boat towing and salvage, and how to ensure you're truly covered when the unexpected happens on the water. Joe and Butch are joined by Captain Joseph Frohnhofer III, CEO of Sea Tow Services International, who b...

In this episode of the Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya brings you the latest inshore, offshore, and kayak fishing action from Pensacola to Panama City, featuring expert guests and timely tips for fall fishing. Joe kicks things off with Captain Blake Nelson, who breaks down the unique characteristics of the Choctawhatchee Bay system and shares his approach to finding productive flat...

In this episode of the Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya is joined by a lineup of expert anglers to deliver the latest inshore and offshore action from Pensacola to Panama City. Joe kicks things off with surf fishing specialist Blake Hunter of https://www.reel30a.com/, who shares his approach to targeting redfish and pompano from the beach, including stealth tactics, lure selection,...

In this episode of the Northwest Florida 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 tripfrom picking the right date and assembling your crew, to calculating the true cost per person, including charter,...

This Week's Northwest Florida Fishing Report is Live! The transition to fall is here, and the fishing is heating up! This week, we check in with two local experts to cover the bite from Panama City to Pensacola. First, Captain Harris Scruggs joins the show to break down the fantastic offshore action. With Gag Grouper season in full swing, Harris dives deep into the tactics you need to land these p...

This week, host Joe Baya explores the late summer transition along the Northwest Florida Gulf Coast, bringing you a packed episode of fishing insights, local knowledge, and hands-on strategies for anglers and families alike.  In "Late Summer Bounty: Fall Fishing Tactics, Tech on the Water, and Gulf Coast Living," Joe is joined by surf fishing expert Justin Reed, offshore technology innovator Tom H...

This week, host Joe Baya dives deep into the late summer fishing scene along the Gulf Coast, bringing you expert insights and hands-on tactics for every angler. In "Late Summer Tactics: Offshore Marlin, Inshore Kings & Kayak Fishing Solutions," Joe is joined by top guides Captain Adam Peoples and Brandon Barton, who share their proven strategies for making the most of August's unique conditions. W...

This week, we're trading the dog days of summer for a late-season masterclass on the Gulf Coast! Join host Joe Baya as he taps into the minds of three of the region's top guides—Captain Justin Leak, surf fishing ace Blake Hunter, and Captain Evan Wheeler. Forget the slow summer bite; we're learning the local secrets and high-tech tactics to make every trip a success. The guides break down why late...

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...