With all things fishing, anglers tend to overcomplicate things with the goal of deciphering the mysteries of fish behaviors and tendencies. Choosing the best tides for surf fishing certainly falls into that category. While it might sound like a nice idea...
If you fish the surf long enough, you’re bound to see some crazy things. Today, I want to talk about some of the crazy things that you might not expect to see in the surf, but that you might just happen...
As an angler, your goal is to mimic some sort of food source and fool your target species into attacking your bait. For this reason, we need to pick the best surf fishing rig for your needs. There’s no “one size...
Over the years, I’ve been fortunate enough to experience some really cool moments fishing the surf. I’ve also been lucky enough to meet and fish with some really knowledgeable anglers. I believe it’s a common misconception that bigger fish and specifically...
What is a Grunion Run A grunion run is a phenomenon unique to Southern California in which small sardine-like fish wash [rather swim] ashore to spawn in the middle of the night. Grunion runs occur for a 4-night window coinciding with...
Surf fishing with jerkbaits is much more complex than the more traditional Carolina rig style. If you’ve struggled with the transition of fishing with lures in the surf and consistently catching fish, this article is for you. These 8 tips have...
It’s almost spring! Like fall, spring is a transitional season. But fall surf fishing couldn’t be any more different from spring surf fishing. The calendar months weren’t designed with surf fishing in mind, so I tend to label the seasons in...
Using Clams For Surf Fishing Bait There are a number of really good baits to choose from when it comes to fishing at the beach. Of all the baits used for surf fishing, clams may be the next best bait for...
It’s time to start thinking about the grunion runs! As 2024 has rolled around, grunion run 2024 has arrived too. The predicted grunion run schedule for 2024 is out and can be found below. In this article, I’ll be providing the...
Finding the best surf fishing spots is one of the most exciting parts about fishing the shoreline. It might seem easiest to just ask someone where you can catch fish, and sometimes that works. But, it’s so much more rewarding and...
