Fishing Articles by Captain Gil Coombes
How to pick the right fishing charter (11/10/2008)
[Saltwater Fishing] With years of being in the charter fishing business I have seen charter services come and go. Quick schemes of getting rich on the water or just the inability to produce catches that make clients keep coming back. Here is how to pick the right captain and boat to make your next fishing charter a memorable and positive experience.
[Saltwater Fishing] With years of being in the charter fishing business I have seen charter services come and go. Quick schemes of getting rich on the water or just the inability to produce catches that make clients keep coming back. Here is how to pick the right captain and boat to make your next fishing charter a memorable and positive experience.
Book NOW for the Winter Sailfish BITE! (11/05/2008)
[Big Game] Now is the time for those who enjoy the thrill of fishing to book for some of the best fishing that South Florida has to offer. With winter coming upon us, some of the BEST fishing is just starting to begin here in S. Florida.
[Big Game] Now is the time for those who enjoy the thrill of fishing to book for some of the best fishing that South Florida has to offer. With winter coming upon us, some of the BEST fishing is just starting to begin here in S. Florida.
Do custom rods make the difference? (9/01/2008)
[Tackle] Does the $$$ difference between a mass production rod and a custom rod make for a difference in producing fish? We at Smokin Em Charters believe so and that is just one of the reasons that custom rods are on both our inshore and offshore charter boats.
[Tackle] Does the $$$ difference between a mass production rod and a custom rod make for a difference in producing fish? We at Smokin Em Charters believe so and that is just one of the reasons that custom rods are on both our inshore and offshore charter boats.
Bonito...not just for strip bait! (8/24/2008)
[Saltwater Fishing] A lot of people are under the assumption that Bonito are only good for strip baits..this is furthest from the truth. Smoked, marinated and grilled are among some of the other great things that this often released fish or given to the Captain to make chum or strips.
[Saltwater Fishing] A lot of people are under the assumption that Bonito are only good for strip baits..this is furthest from the truth. Smoked, marinated and grilled are among some of the other great things that this often released fish or given to the Captain to make chum or strips.
Pre-Rigged Ballyhoo Or Rigging Your Own (7/10/2008)
[Saltwater Fishing] The decision to use wire rigged ballyhoo or mono rigged ballyhooo can make the end result like night and day. Take the time and make the proper decision for the species you are seeking.
[Saltwater Fishing] The decision to use wire rigged ballyhoo or mono rigged ballyhooo can make the end result like night and day. Take the time and make the proper decision for the species you are seeking.
Dock with care... (3/20/2008)
[Boating] Some marinas are not open to the 21st century and may have hidden rules or the dock manager may not be the controllign force. So before moving your boat, check into the marina thoroughly as it may end up being great location with worse headache.
[Boating] Some marinas are not open to the 21st century and may have hidden rules or the dock manager may not be the controllign force. So before moving your boat, check into the marina thoroughly as it may end up being great location with worse headache.
Finding fish on the Flats (8/11/2007)
[Flats Fishing] As we all know Flats fishing is one of the hardest types of fishing to master, crystal clear water and shallow depths all give fish the advantage. Here is the way Smokin EM Charters has such success while working the Flats of S. Florida.
[Flats Fishing] As we all know Flats fishing is one of the hardest types of fishing to master, crystal clear water and shallow depths all give fish the advantage. Here is the way Smokin EM Charters has such success while working the Flats of S. Florida.