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Gone fishing

Fish tales for travelers: Favorite fishing spots, freshwater and saltwater, in Florida and wherever you may wet a line.

Islamorada artist Lisa Lee turns imprints of game fish into art by the traditional Japanese process of Gyotaku. (Craig Davis, craigslegztravels.com)
Fla Favs

Get your fish printed as art and eat it too in the Florida Keys

March 14, 2021 craigslegz 0

Florida Keys artist Lisa Lee preserves the fish you catch as a unique Gyotaku print. […]

Capt. Bouncer Smith, left, keeps his customers smiling with memorable catches like this snook. (Courtesy Bouncer Smith)
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Capt. Bouncer Smith showed anglers good times for 54 years

June 23, 2019 craigslegz 0

If you want to appreciate ocean fishing in South Florida, just spend a day on the water with legendary guide Bouncer Smith. […]

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Islamorada copes with aftermath of Hurricane Irma; repairs underway at Bud N’ Mary’s Marina

September 26, 2017 craigslegz 0

The renowned sportfishing capital of Islamorada has been reeling since Hurricane Irma plowed through the Florida Keys. The fishing fleet at Bud N’ Mary’s Marina was among those to take a severe hit, but is rebuilding. […]

Down South

Bud N’ Mary’s Marina remains mecca for world-class fishing in Islamorada

December 30, 2016 craigslegz 1

Bud N’ Mary’s Marina has figured prominently in the reputation of Islamorada as the Sportfishing Capital due to talented captains and guides based there. After more than 70 years they are still producing world-class catches in the Florida Keys. […]

Fla Favs

Islamorada fishing crew sheds light on enigma of daytime swordfish pursuit

December 30, 2016 craigslegz 1

Swordfish are one of the most prized gamefish because they are among the most elusive. They reside in deep ocean waters many miles from shore. Until recently, they had almost always been caught – when they were caught at all – at night. […]

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Travel is about discovery, and I learn most about a place when I explore it on foot. Craigslegz Travels is about favorite places and people, and advice to aid fellow travelers. My emphasis is on venturing off well-worn paths. - Craig Davis

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Travel is about discovery, and I learn most about a place when I explore it on foot. Craigslegz Travels is about favorite places and people, and advice to aid fellow travelers. My emphasis is on venturing off well-worn paths. - Craig Davis
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