Mobile, AL USA

In response to Drew:

No problem with that idea!  The Spanish and the
kings should still be in full form.  No need to
look for any enforcement since state waters
have been open, and fed waters just opened up
a little today.  From my calculation, it appears
the 29 30' line falls right at 44 NM south of
Dauphin Island.  Plenty of grouper to be had in
that window.  Best of luck to you!  Just
remember your venting tool, non S/S circle
hooks, and dehooking device!  Go get 'em.

Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 5:44:28 PM

Baton Rouge, LA United States

In response to Steven

Thanks Steven.
It looks like there's not much of an opportunity for dropping for groups within the open 3 mile state waters.
Look like we'll be trolling the beach....pending enforcement observations...

Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:51:26 PM

Spanish Fort, AL USA

Drew, try this website:  http://www.outdooralabama.com/fishing/saltwater/DH.cfm

Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:55:36 PM

Baton Rouge, LA United States

In response to Bryan Walker

My brother and I are heading down to Orange Beach for the weekend with our families.  We're trailering our boat in hopes of trolling the beach for spanish makeral or possibly trying for some grouper on the debris piles.  I searched but couldn't find any info regarding grouper being open or closed in state waters.  Can anyone point to a good source of info?
Thanks for any help,
Drew

Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 11:54:16 AM

mobile, AL USA

thanks Mox!

Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:00:41 PM

Saraland, AL USA

Caught 27 Spanish Mackerel Sat. 21, 2010 off of Dixie Bar from Dauphin Island in the early morning. Caught on silver spoons while trolling.

Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 9:35:27 AM

gulf shores, AL usa

You're my hero, MAKO!!  Nice box of fish.  There's nothing quite as much inshore fun as a big flounder!

Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 8:36:58 AM

Long Beach, MS USA

Fellow anglers,

Southern Miss is conducting a study to determine the psychological effects of the BP oil spill on the Gulf Coast. Any data provided will be helpful in determining how much the spill has taken a toll on mental health. Please take a few minutes and fill out the survey at this address http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/USMoilspillstudy

Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 5:51:29 PM

SEMMES, AL USA

We were hanging out at Pensacola pass this weekend. The water was clear. We walked aound to the SE end of the pass. There was tar balls every where. There was a lot of fish around the area. The rain held off until Sunday afternoon. Great weekend with family and freinds. I assume that the gulf will be opening anyday now. Looking forward to this weekend. Maybe we'll drop a hook.

Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 12:13:02 PM

Mobile, AL USA

I have a question if someone can please answer it.  I just read on the web that Cam Newton (AU QB) just got arrested for stealing another students laptop computer.  This time at AU.  Rumor is he will be removed from the team.  Does anyone have any information concerning this?  I'm really worried!

Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 1:38:59 PM

Mobile, AL USA

is a live croaker...

Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 12:50:19 PM

Bayou La Batre, AL USA

Has anyone got any information on any tarpon in Mobile Bay or the immediate area? A friend and myself are planning a fishing trip and we're interested in trying out tarpon fishing. Any tips and information are appreciated.

Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 5:01:12 PM

Montgomery, AL USA

Does anybody have any information as to when Gulf fishing will be allowed in Alabama waters.  I was planning a trip next week.  The waters are open in Fla, and Miss. waters. Whats the holdup here in Ala?

Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 9:34:44 AM

Spanish Fort, AL USA

Speck,

I don't know much about fishing the Orange Beach area for specks, but I do hear a lot about Wolf Bay and if you don't want to fight the daytime heat, fish the lights at night around Ono Island--just make sure it's back open to fishing b/c it is/was closed, but I think it's now reopened--check around.  We caught a lot of small specks/white trout under birds in Mobile Bay last week.  Fishing around Perdido Pass can be fun-and you can find pompano just outside along the beaches.  Good luck.  Go to J&M Tackle on Canal Rd in Orange Beach and ask for their advice and what's opened/closed for fishing.  Then post a report/pics for us...

Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 8:58:40 AM

baton rouge, LA USA

I along with my family will be vacationing in Orange Beach starting today, for a week. We will have access to an inshore boat and would like to consider trying a lil fishing in the area. I am a veteran fisherman, fishing the SE Louisiana marshes for Specks and reds.So I have at least a head start on the basic fishing end. I do know that this area does have good speck and redfish fishing , but the fishing lands are quite different than what I am used to, at least, I think that to be the case. But I don't really know. Can someone please give me some advice/insights as to where I should go as one that does not know the area at all. I really need advice on location, best baits both live and artificial, and best time of the day for next week's conditions. I will have all levels of fisherpersons with me, so catching any kind of fish will be great, I do not want to limit the fishing to only the Specks and reds especially if other species are easier and more ready available to  be caught by my group.

Thank you for any insights you may be able to give me.

By the way, the oil in La. has not stopped the fantastic fishing we always enjoy. It has just been the government that has messed us up.

The Speckcrusader

Saturday, July 31, 2010 @ 6:52:02 AM

COFFEEVILLE, AL USA

I have 450 acres on the Tombiggbe river. Last year we killed five longbeards in 7 Saturday of hunting. Every year we killed at least five. I would like to lease my turkey rights out. The river swamp is the best hunting for the birds. We do have a few birds that range in the hills but not like in the swamp. The birds are very easy to pattern. I want $1500.00 for the turkey lease. You will take over the day deer season goes out. call 251/649/4866

Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 3:41:06 PM

Mobile, AL USA

Anyone know if there is a place on
dauphin Island or Fort Morgan that is
currently selling live croakers?

Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 11:02:35 AM

semmes, AL USA

bait killer. go to this web site       http://www.outdooralabama.com/fishing/saltwater/DH.cfm                      click on perdido pass map. should answer your question.    

Friday, July 9, 2010 @ 1:53:30 PM

biloxi, MS USA

Does any one know if  the waters are closed off for boating in the bays around ono island and old river or can you still boat around that area want to take a lil vaction there and bring the boat

Friday, July 9, 2010 @ 11:21:54 AM

Semmes, AL USA

lil girl

 Snap

Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 10:26:24 PM

Semmes, AL USA

Caught this lil girl last weekend on my chicken
coops...she was only 32lbs. Didn't see any oil or
other VOO boats and we went 35 miles due
south. Where u at MRD??? Catch us if u can

Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 10:18:14 PM

Mobile/Gulf Shores, AL USA

Steven
Thanks man! We got down yesterday and the water level is higher than I have ever seen! A good 2 foot above normal high! No problem running in here! However since I've been here there hasn't been any tide change so who knows about fishing?
Happy 4th everybody have a safe one!

Sunday, July 4, 2010 @ 9:55:41 AM

Spanish Fort, AL USA

Chris,

I am not too familiar w/Little Lagoon, but the water level looked fine to me.  Saw some boats running, so it seemed like there was plenty.

Saturday, July 3, 2010 @ 8:06:46 PM

Mobile, AL USA

Walter: Yes, you can Catch and Release.

Steven: What was the water level like in the Lagoon? I havent been down since they closed off the Pass.
Thanks

Saturday, July 3, 2010 @ 11:02:50 AM

Peachtree City, GA USA

Someone just told me that you can fish in
state waters catch and release.

Saturday, July 3, 2010 @ 9:35:52 AM

Spanish Fort, AL USA

I was down there (Little Lagoon) last week and saw people fishing, jet skiing, and tubing in Little Lagoon.  They blocked it off w/sand from the gulf to keep the oil out.  As far as Mobile Bay, it's open to fishing, but down around the mouth is catch and release only, but in the rest of the bay--it's regular rules.  Further East, there are some complete closures around Perdido Pass that you can't even boat through and can't fish either--that may have changed by now though.  Good luck.

Fishoutawater, as far as freshwater trout fishing, I went one time in Arkansas and had a lot of fun--use small 4-6lb ultralights and small hooks, dough baits--local bait shops or Walmart should have the best recommendations for you.  Flyfishing would be good too if you do that.

Friday, July 2, 2010 @ 3:29:32 PM

Peachtree City, GA USA

Are you allowed to fish in the bay or in
the little lagoon.

Friday, July 2, 2010 @ 9:16:00 AM

mobile, AL USA

way to go Ross!

Tuesday, June 29, 2010 @ 9:13:51 PM

Huntsville, al Canada

In response to Fish Outa Water

Probably the Sipsey Fork below Smith Lake Dam. That is the only place I know in N. AL. for trout fishing. try this link for information.
http://www.nighthawkpublications.com/journal/journal206-1.htm

Tuesday, June 29, 2010 @ 9:15:59 AM

semmes , AL USA

No fishing, nothing to do. Getting ready for hunting season. I have my turkey and duck rights available for lease. They both are $1500.00 for each. 450 acres on the river in Coffeeville Al. Lots of ducks and turkeys. call me or email me. 251/649/4866.

Tuesday, June 29, 2010 @ 7:31:26 AM

lacombe, LA USA

Wondering if anyone can point me in the right direction in finding some info.

The wife just informed me that she is taking me to N Alabama in 2 weeks for my 40th birthday. She will not tell me exactly where we are going (it HAS to be a surprise...like I care) but says that there is freshwater trout fishing. I fish speckled trout in Louisana atleast once a week year-round but have no clue about fishing freshwater trout. I'm trying to do some research beforehand so I don't end up like a fish outa water! Any guidance would be appreciated.

Sunday, June 27, 2010 @ 9:18:57 PM

Spanish Fort, AL USA

Jeremy,

Personally I don't think it's worth bringing.  Not much water left open to fish that I'm aware of, certainly none offshore. There's oil in Mobile Bay and that has come thru Perdido Pass so if you do go fishing, I'd practice catch and release and wax the boat a couple of times first.

Tuesday, June 15, 2010 @ 11:02:51 AM

Biloxi, MS USA

I just had a quick question for ya'll, me and my family are coming to Orange Beach this weekend and staying for a week. Would it be worth it to bring my boat or has the oil really messed things up. Is waters still open, can you fish? I am from Biloxi so I know media likes to make things look really bad. Thanks!

Friday, June 11, 2010 @ 4:38:02 PM

SEMMES, AL USA

You have to watch this!!!

1979 gulf of mexico!!!!
un believeable!!!



http://www.Youtube.Com/watch?v=ghmhxpqegpo

Friday, June 11, 2010 @ 10:50:44 AM

Mobile, AL USA

You're right I'm just pissed about this situation.  Now its being reported that there is another rig leaking oil in the Gulf.  Been leaking since April.  Lucky my freezer is stocked. No tournaments this year spearfishing or rod n reeling. Wish football season would hurry and get here because duck season will be screwed also.    

Tuesday, June 8, 2010 @ 6:43:57 PM

Mobile, AL USA

You're right I'm just pissed about this situation.  Now its being reported that there is another rig leaking oil in the Gulf.  Been leaking since April.  Lucky my freezer is stocked. No tournaments this year spearfishing or rod n reeling. Wish football season would hurry and get here because duck season will be screwed also.    

Tuesday, June 8, 2010 @ 6:43:08 PM

Mobile, AL USA

Just called the US Coast Guard station on Dauphin Island and called NOAA (the number listed on the bulletin announcing the closures) and no one knew what the penalty was.  Thats bureaucracy for ya.

Monday, June 7, 2010 @ 11:17:15 AM

Mobile, AL USA

Whats the penalty for fishing in closed waters?  Anyone know?  Also, it says fishing not boating, diving, kneeboarding or jet skiing.  Oil is not everywhere.  There are areas that can be fished.  

Monday, June 7, 2010 @ 10:36:30 AM

Venice, LA USA

Good Morning

I have been busy working on numerous things as well as numerous other captains on what our future holds.

I know Capt. Darryl Carpenter of the Louisiana Charter Boat Assoc. has been swamped with the many different variables this oil spill has presented to our industry.

I have been working with scientist since day one of the spill and have a Scientific Protocol drawn up specifically for the Charter Captains to be 100 % involved in nursing their waters back to health and 100% involved in advertising when it is safe to fish and eat seafood caught in our waters again. This will be a long process but we will get through this as a team.

I want every captain to be placed on an even playing field. The only way to do this is to unite. The Louisiana Charter Boat Assoc. is in a unique position to get this done as they have the ear of BP at the moment and are approaching this matter in a polite professional manner. We dont want a hand out but a hand shake on what is to be our future course with BP.

On the scientific side I have had full support from Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries and they are willing to assist us in any way possible. Joey Shepard of Research even offered man power to the captains in the rescue attempts of wild life. That says it all.

I also will be asking for full support of Gov. Jindal in our final presentation to science and industry.

The only money that will be flooding our coast in the very near future is not folks coming to fish but science.

There are hundreds of millions of dollars that will be spent on toxicity studies among other things and we the Charter Captains, crabbers, shrimpers and oyster fisherman should not only request we be on the forefront of "ALL" studies but demand it. We can only do this as one voice.

We have a long history of doing studies for institutions world wide so this should not be a hard fit. We want to make sure that all this money is not being pork barreled by any University or Marine Lab without 100 % of our consent and understanding of where it is being spent. BP is picking the independents for example in the 500,000,000 they just donated and the Louisiana Charter Boat Assoc should be a independent contractor for such studies.

If you like what you just read please join the Louisiana Charter Boat Assoc. NOW! It is simple go to the site print the app. and send. I also have the "Toxicity Proposal" attached on my Towersoflife.com page so you can view it. The "Louisiana's Charter Captain Alliance for Science form is also available on that site. This is not an organization or club it is a form that will be turned over to Louisiana Charter Boat Assoc. to present where ever they see fit.

I also have the ear of BP's Attorneys at the moment and will not make a move until we all agree on the matters at hand.

I had the pleasure of meeting and speaking to President Obama yesterday and got to discuss our situation to a degree. I have full contact with his staffers.He wants a follow up. We need to be one voice.

Saturday, June 5, 2010 @ 1:04:03 PM

Organize Alabama Captains.Unite. We all can help each other. My web guy is building your banner for the alliance.

Saturday, June 5, 2010 @ 5:47:52 PM

Laurel, MS USA

CODE 4- I am not downing the Al. Marine Police but give us a break.  I fished 15mls S Dauphin Isl last Sat.  Caught snapper on a sea witch trolling there were so many aroun the rig.  Did the "right thing" and threw them back, now I saw yesterday that only 8 of 40 charter boats at Zeke's went out Tuesday.  I guess if the oil doesn't get the snapper, starvation will

Wednesday, June 2, 2010 @ 7:01:09 AM

Spanish Fort, AL USA

Hey guys, I went out 14 miles due south of Perdido Pass this morning and was pulling big snapper through spots of oil/sheen whatever it was.  It looks like orange clay floating on the top of the surface...and it was everywhere....I even pulled up to what I thought was a grass patch and it was a big patch of this crap.  I didnt see any, once I got around 8 miles from the pass. Also, marine police stopped me just inside the bridge to check the snapper too....so watch keeping to many due to the ever so short season.

Tuesday, June 1, 2010 @ 9:17:32 PM

SEMMES, AL USA

Max, sorry I missed you again this past weekend. There was 2 boats at Cotton Bayou that the bottoms and sides had dark oil on them. We fished friday and the water south of the past 15 miles was great. No oil. The BP people was working the booms all weekend. I was wondering what was going on. They were acting as if there was something fixing to happen. I assume just the weather?? They already knew what we are finding out today. I wonder what else they know that they are not telling. I'm ready for this year to past and perhap start building our fishing grounds back next year. May be they will get the well cap and perhap things will improve. Lets pray for God to help us. God Bless tucker out..

Tuesday, June 1, 2010 @ 8:03:03 AM

Orange Beach, AL, AL USA

Terry, I also wonder if BP is going to pay for reef
building. This is BS on the eve of the opening day of
red snapper season and the closures are announced.
Not saying the forecasters are wrong it looks to me
that there will be oil at Dauphin Island, Mobile Bay
(mouth) by Wed. or Thursday. Gulf Shores, Orange
Beach on Thursday or Friday. David Walker
(Reefmaker) flew it today and posted pictures of
sheen and heavy oil just 10.5 miles south of Hwy. 59
in Gulf Shores. What about dockage, boat insurance,
loss of boat use time, loss of fishing grounds, and all
other money associated with what we do. Because of
BP's out of control oil well.This sucks....Big Time.

Monday, May 31, 2010 @ 11:44:30 PM

Chatom, AL USA

Well I am guessing BP will not be paying for the money  spent on reef building. Now that we cant fish the spots fisherman paid to have built.

Monday, May 31, 2010 @ 10:29:02 PM

Laurel, MS USA

May have been my last fishing trip but was the 1st for my sons friend.  We trolled sea wiches/cigar minnows for king around the close in rigs.  Boy were we surprised with this catch.  The porpoise were active chasing bait everywhere.  Not many boats out around 15 miles.  Can't beleive BP has failed us all.

 Snapper on a sea witch

Sunday, May 30, 2010 @ 9:12:58 PM

Semmes, AL USA

Rassie Smith here,  Just wanted to remind everyone that I'm a homosexual.  Mobile Rig Divers rule!!

Sunday, May 30, 2010 @ 4:31:55 PM

Mobile, AL USA

After three years I am going to get the kitchenpass wet again. I am wanting to head southeast from the mouth of mobile bay. I'd like to get 20 - 30 miles out and would like to know what to troll around for and is there anything out there. My plan right now is to troll large plugs and skirted cigar minnows for Kings or possible Wahoo. Any suggestions?

Friday, May 28, 2010 @ 9:21:02 AM

Mobile, AL USA

Hey Fellas,

I'm looking for some suggestions on decent places to do some wade-fishing. As I'm sure most of you know, my fishing spots back home in Louisiana(Grand Isle, Venice, Cocodrie) are closed. I was planning on making a trip to fish the west end of Dauphin Island with my brother but I heard its off limits. Does the East end of the island have decent fishing or should we try around Fort Morgan?  

Wednesday, May 26, 2010 @ 6:10:37 PM

Mobile, AL USA

Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo This Thursday, May 27th at 11AM, the ADSFR
will be holding a press conference at the ADSFR site.

Please check out WKRG, WALA, and WPMI for coverage on the press conference!

Wednesday, May 26, 2010 @ 5:45:09 PM

gulf shores, AL USA

short work early Wednesday morning.  

 John Posey can catch fish

Wednesday, May 26, 2010 @ 10:28:52 AM

Montgomery, AL USA

Jerry , drive over to Orange Beach and fish under the bridge or the jetties   for so pretty much everything  ( even sharks)..... I remember about 3 years ago a guy caught about a 6 foot Bull-shark under the bridge.Or drive  over to Fort Morgan and fish  Dixie Bar for Red Fish and  Flounders.... Have fun and Good Luck

Tuesday, May 25, 2010 @ 4:26:18 PM