Congratulations to Marvin for this 20lb dolphin he caught 25 miles offshore of Marathon!
Tell us about your big day on the water! Every Monday, a Catch of the Week winner will be selected to receive an autographed AAA hat and prize pack.
Our fishing crew surveys the week's reports for the hot spots and hot bites across central Florida. FULL STORY
‘Secrets of the Bay’ is a mini-series which runs intermittently throughout the regular Average Angler seasons. Each episode highlights historical elements of specific places, towns and landmarks around Tampa Bay.
To see clips from these episodes and learn more about the secrets AA discovered, click here.
Watch the Bay News 9 In-Depth interview here
Upcoming episodes:
St. Pete Pier will air date TBD
Ballast Point air date TBD
The Bass Federation in partnership with FLW and The Osceola County Department of Tourism announced it will host the 2013 Student Angler Federation Florida High School Fishing State Championship on Sunday, March 10. The event will be held in Osceola County on Lake Toho in Kissimmee launching out of Big Toho Marina.
Fishing can help a child build confidence and independence while teaching them to respect and preserve our marine resources. The Florida Gulf Coast Center for Fishing Foundation, Inc., a non profit organization, founded in May 2011 is dedicated to teaching elementary, middle and high school students life’s lessons through angling.

Congratulations to Marvin for this 20lb dolphin he caught 25 miles offshore of Marathon!
Tell us about your big day on the water! Every Monday, a Catch of the Week winner will be selected to receive an autographed AAA hat and prize pack.

Reel Tips from the Average Angler to help you with everything fishing!
As we chronicle the Average Angler's quest to complete the elusive Florida Bass Slam, we would also like to see your best bass catches. Send us pictures of you and your best catches and we'll showcase them right here!
Glen Pla offers an entertaining, humorous and informative look at Florida fishing for enthusiasts of all ages. You can catch Average Angler Adventures weekdays at 6 p.m. with new episodes airing every Thursday. It's great family fun that only Bright House Sports Network provides!
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Ed Perry Shows Glen Pla an easy way to clean flounder.
Expert fish cutter Shawn Beresford deminstrates how to clean a Sheepshead.
Captain Wade Osborne demonstrates how to throw a cast net using the triple-load technique.
Captain Scott lum talks with AA about fishing for tripletail.
Glen Pla, the Average Angler, discusses the best trout lures with Jon Brooks and Captains Jimmy Huddleston and Brian Epperson.
The Average Angler Classics span 10 years of exciting Florida fishing and ol’ fashioned family fun!
Over that period of time, Glen Pla and crew have conquered the wilds of the state’s interiors to fish lakes and rivers as well as brave the wide expanse of the Gulf.
The extensive AA log of shows is diverse and quite unpredictable, From AA‘s sickness for spotted fish in “Spotted Fever” to using chicken wire shark cages in “Shark Island”, the over 200 episodes have brought colorful stories, high seas adventure and unique Florida history to the aqua-tube!
Sample clips from the AA Classics:
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Check here for updates and information on upcoming fishing tournaments and events throughout Florida.
May 2013
May 1-4: Winner’s Circle Charities Invitational Hosted by Mike Schmidt and HMY Yachts, Bimini Bay Resort, Bimini. Call (561) 575-3962; visit winnerscirclecharities.org
May 2-4: The Grove Slam, Coconut Grove. For more info, see www.groveslam.com; contact Tony@oceanpromotions.com; or call (305) 461 2700
May 2-4: Annual Casting for a Cause Tournament, Florida City. Call (305) 230-0264; www.castingforacause.com
May 2-5: Bull & Cow Dolphin Tournament, Marathon. Call Nancy at (305) 289-0199, ex. 104; www.marathonoffshoretournament.com.
May 3-4: Jacksonville Kayak Fishing Classic. Call Mike Kogan at (904) 382-5007; www.jaxkayakfishing.com.
May 3-4, Lee Building Industry Association’s 6th Annual Bricks & Sticks Inshore Benefit, Tarpon Point Marina, Cape Coral. Visit www.bia.net for more info or call 239-936-5525.
May 3-4: Ding Darling & Doc Ford Tarpon Tournament, Sanibel Island. In support of Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge. For info call Birgie Vertesch (239) 292-0566; director@dingdarlingsociety.org.
May 3-4: Lee Building Industry Association’s Annual Bricks & Sticks Inshore Benefit, Tarpon Point Marina, Cape Coral. Visit www.bia.net or call (239) 936-5525.
May 3-5: Gene Doyle Backcountry Release Fishing Tournament, Naples. Call (239) 261-4313; www.genedoyle.org.
May 4: Optimist Club Saltwater Tournament, Steinhatchee, Keaton Beach & Econfina. Call (352) 498-3008; www.seahag.com
May 4: Halifax Sport Fishing Club Special Needs Tournament, Port Orange. For more info, contact Randy Beardsley, director (386) 804-0352; rscbeards@yahoo.com; www.hsfc.com
May 5-10: Bahamas Billfish Championship, Cape Eleuthera, Bahamas. See www.bahamasbillfish.com.
May 7-10: Gibraltar Bank Keymorada Invitational, Hawks Cay. Call Mitchell Widom at (305) 375-6127; mwidom@bilzin.com.
May 9-12: Pompano Beach Saltwater Shootout, Pompano Beach. Call Jamie Bunn at (954) 725-4010; www.saltwatershootout.com.
May 10-11: 2013 7th Annual Mother’s Day Dolphin Tournament to benefit Habitat for Humanity of the Middle Keys. www.mothersdaydolphintournament.com. Marathon, Florida Keys. Contact Christine Todd Young. 305-743-9828.
May 11: Bossman Boats Redfish Tournament Series, New Smyrna Beach. See www.bossmanboats.com or call Melissa (888) 458-8864.
May 10: Pasco-Hernando Community College Catch and Release Tournament, New Port Richey. Call (727) 816-3410; www.phcc.edu/gofish
May 10-11: Battle of the Yacht Clubs Offshore Tournament, Halifax River Yacht Club. The only requirement for entry is that one member of either club must be on each vessel. Contact Mike McQuarrie (386) 843-3266; MikeMcQuarrie@aol.com; or visit www.battleoftheyachtclubs.com
May 10-11: St. Lucie County Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Fishing Frenzy, Fort Pierce. Out of St. Lucie and Fort Pierce Inlets. Contact Terissa at (772) 340 1333 ext. 316
May 12: Big Bend Redfish Club Tournament, Steinhatchee. For info call Sea Hag Marina at (352) 498-3008; www.seahag.com
May 12: Mother of All Fishing Tournaments, Sebastian. Catch and Release for Trout, Redfish and Snook. Email gfwcfish@hotmail.com; www.gfwcsebastainjrs.org
May 18 & 25: Competition Tackle 2-Day Dolphin Dash, Fort Lauderdale. For more info call Barbara Ferguson at Competition Tackle at (954) 581-4476; competitiontack@bellsouth.net; competitiontackle.com; www.hbts.org
May 13-18: Faro-Blanco Invitational Tarpon, Marathon. See faroblancotarpon.com
May 15-18: The Custom Shootout, Abaco Beach Resort, The Bahamas. See www.customshootout.com
May 16-July 28: Suncoast Tarpon Roundup, Egmont Key. For info, call (727) 822-1300; www.suncoasttarponroundup.org
May 17-18: Florida Sportsman Southeast Bash & Tournament, Stuart. Call Jim Serra 772 285 3320 Click Here for Details
May 15-18: Pompano Beach Fishing Rodeo, Pompano Beach. Call John Good at (954) 942-4513; www.pompanofishingrodeo.com.
May 17-19: The Original Big Pine & Lower Keys Dolphin Tournament, Sugarloaf KOA Marina. Catch a dolphin over 50 pounds and win $20,000. For more info contact The Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce, (800) 872-3722; www.lowerkeyschamber.com
May 16-18: Fins Weekend, Miami. The Miami Dolphins Fins Weekend of fishing, games and social events. Contact Jason Jenkins at (954) 452-7174; JJenkins@dolphins.com
May 17: Antigua Barbuda Sportfishing Tournament, Antiqua. www.antiguabarbudasportfishing.com
May 17-18: Saltwater Classic, Fort Myers. Call Terry Adkins at (800) 546-4622; www.bluewaterpromo.com.
May 18: Extreme Kayak Fishing Tournament, Pompano Beach Pier. Call Maria B. Hector (954) 661-0175; mariabreier@yahoo.com; www.extremekayakfishing.com.
May 18: Annual Palm Beach Chapter FNGLA Fishing Tournament, Riviera Beach Marina. Info (561) 835-0661; PBFNGLA.com
May 18: Central Florida Offshore Anglers Fishing Tournament, Cape Canaveral. At Blue Points Marina. Ladies and Junior Divisions. For more info and rules go to www.cfoatournament.com
May 18: Frances Langford Memorial Fishing Tournament (SKA), Jensen Beach. See www.langfordska.com
May 18: Blue Water Open Dolphin Mania Fishing Tournament, Fort Pierce. Held at the City Marina. Proceeds benefit local charities for the prevention of child abuse. Contact the Exchange Club of Indian River Foundation; bluewateropen@gmail.com.
May 18-23: Sarasota Tarpon Tournament, Sarasota. With weekly winners competing June 23 for a one day fish-off. DNA samples collected. All to benefit Suncoast Charities for Children. For info contact Mason Tush (941) 356-8470 or Jeffri Durrance (941) 915-2933.
May 19-22: Outback Golden Fly Invitational Tarpon Tournament, Islamorada. Betsy Bullard @ fishnfever@bellsouth.net
May 21-25: Invitational Bluewater Tournament, St. Augustine. Contact Chris Combs, (904) 859-8383; www.nefma.com.
May 22-26: Bahamas Billfish Championship, Harbour Island. For more information, see www.bahamasbillfish.com.
May 22-25: Boat Harbour Round Up – LEG 1, Abaco Beach Resort, The Bahamas. See www.abacobeachresort.com
May 24-25: Treasure Coast Builders Association Fishing Tournament, Stuart. Inshore and Offshore. Weigh-in at Pirates Cove Resort and Marina. Call (772) 464-8222 or www.treasurecoastba.com for registration info.
May 24-26: Florida Keys Dolphin Championship, Key Largo to Key West. Keys-wide tournament with registration and weigh-in at five Keys locations. See www.fkdc.co; www.floridakeysdolphinchampionship.com; or call Jim Sharpe (305) 395-8712.
May 26: Wildwood Athletic Club Tournament, Steinhatchee. For info, (352) 498-3008; www.seahag.com
May 26: Old Nicks Speckle Trout Shootout, Choctawhatchee Bay. Contact Trey Nick, (850) 830-6161.
May 29: Yamaha Dolphin Masters Invitational, Key West. Call John Stuempfig at (305) 304-7674; wave.whacker@hotmail.com.
May 30-June 2: 2012 Billfish Invitational, Bimini Big Game Club. For more info, please contact Capt. Ned Stone at (954) 205 9595 or by email at nstone@guyharveyoutpost.com. Visit www.biggameclubbimini.com.

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Watch sneak peeks into upcoming episodes and other video clips taken from Average Angler Adventures.
Secrets of the Bay in The Ledger
April 1 grouper season opens, spiny lobster closes
Two-headed bull shark discovered
Great white caught off Treasure Island
2013 gag grouper rec season set for Gulf waters
FWC announces license-free fishing days
Fed mandate killing thousands of fish
Dean Parks, a bartender who taught hundreds of children to fish, dies at 50
Kayakers rescued by Coast Guard under Gandy Bridge
New world record largemouth caught in Florida
Brevard kayaker lucky to be alive
Giant eyeball found on South Florida beach
FWC needs your help with Lionfish
Gulf recreational season calendar
FWC wants to hear from anglers about saltwater fishing in Florida
Snook to remain closed for another year in Gulf waters
Bookmark the Fishing page of BHSN.com and check back daily for a brand new 47 Fish Finder, your daily fishing report featuring various local experts and guides.
47 Fish Finder... We find 'em so you can catch 'em!
The danger of sharks along the Gulf and Atlantic coasts of Florida is all too real. Keep up with the latest news on shark attacks off our state's shores.

Here's what you will find Monday thru Friday at 6:00 p.m. on Average Angler Adventures.
Monday May 20 ***NEW***
King Me
Tuesday May 21
King Me
Wednesday May 22
Night of 1,000 Snook
Thursday May 23
Countin' Sheep
Friday May 24
Secret Spots
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AA is building a video library of fish caught throughout the years on the Average Angler Adventures show. Check back frequently to see the latest additions to the AA Fish Log!
Latest Addition(s):
The king mackerel is a medium-sized fish, typically encountered from five to 30 pounds, but is known to exceed 90 pounds. The entire body is covered with very small, hardly visible, loosely attached scales. Fish under 10 pounds show yellowish-brown spots on the flanks, somewhat smaller than the spots of the Atlantic Spanish mackerel.
Osprey Bay Outdoors is Tampa Bay's premier paddling shop and outfitter. Centrally located in Pinellas County, they are a large retail store and rental outfitter in Clearwater. They have everything you need when it comes to kayaks or anything outdoors. Visit their website to learn more about their products and services!
We've teamed up with our good friends at Osprey Bay Outdoors to bring you details on the latest gear to use when you hit the beautiful Florida waters. Click the links below to watch the demos!
Our friends at the FWC have launched this great program for freshwater anglers in the state of Florida. It encourages catch and release and educates anglers on the Long-Term Black Bass Management Plan while offering some great prizes and incentives!
AA reveals secret fishing spots for "newbies".
The Fish Cam!!
New underwater segments from our fishing adventures coming soon!
