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Live Like A Lost Boy When people ask what it is that I produce, it’s a question that I often don’t know how to answer. A company identity had eluded Lost Boy Creations since the days of shaping surfboards in our garage and selling t-shirts out of our truck bed in the Virgin Islands. However, an abundance of influence has remained at our core; a set of values and a certain vibe taught to us by the very things we love. Namely, woodworking, surfing, and fishing. As a kid, I always enjoyed fishing. Trips to The Race in Long...
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Tracking Key Tarpons Stand on the bow of a skiff staked off in the Marquesas west of Key West and watch for a school of tarpon. They're nearly invisible in the clear waters, their silver-blue bodies hidden but for the shadows they cast on the sea grass. These fish are moving into the Keys for their annual migration and spawning along the coasts of Florida, patterns that have been ongoing for more than 80 million years, scientists say. During February and early March, the Florida Keys sees Florida's first wave of migratory tarpon moving into its waters. The numbers of...
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Catch the Bottom Bite Off Key West No matter what season you fish, Key West offers solid shots at some of the best bottom fishing in the state of Florida. The reef, the wrecks, the deepwaters, and the shallow patch reefs around Key West are the stuff of saltwater fishing legend. Common bottom catches off Key West include black grouper and mutton snapper (two fish synonymous with Keys fishing), gag, scamp and red grouper, yellowtail snapper, porgies, kingfish, amberjack, and quite a list of others. The Lower Keys sees relatively less fishing pressure than many other areas of Florida, so...
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Key to Key West Fishing The toughest decision you might face in a day's fishing in Key West is which way to turn leaving the marina. Whether you're interested in permit and tarpon on the flats, or dolphin, wahoo,and other pelagics offshore, knowing a few key techniques will help you decide how best to target your chosen game. The Reef The main reefline runs parallel to the island chain about seven miles offshore, marked by Sand Key Light. The reef is the backbone of the Key West fishery—and a great destination for pelagics and bottom fish. Anchoring and chumming off...
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7 Tips for Beginner Surf Fishing Walking a beach, reading the surf, and watching birds work over bait are just a few of the reasons to spend time fishing from the beach. Surf fishing is simple in practice but learning to read the water, time the tides, and choose the best gear can turn a nice day at the beach into an action-packed fishing trip. 1. Streamline Your Gear It all starts with having the right gear, starting with your reel. The spinning reel is the most common for surf fishing and is an excellent all-around choice. Spinning reels are...