Florida Sportsman August/September 2023 Issue

Hidden Gems

Everglades mixer, ancient city secrets, marsh monsters & step up your creek fishing.

More in the August/September 2023 Issue

Deep Jigging Destin By Doug Olander
No bait needed dropping metal in the Gulf of Mexico.

Hooked on St. Augustine By Blair Wickstrom
Exploring the oldest city’s wide range of gamefish.

The Other Glades By Chris Duerksen
Paddling Florida's largest state park.

Amazonia By Jeff Weakley
Butterfly peacock bass are closer to home than you think.

Contrasting Coastlines By Steve Dougherty
Broadbill swordfish: East vs. West.

Phantom Creek By Jeff Weakley
Escape to the rugged creek coast.

A Setup For Sailfish By Steve Dougherty
Striking the perfect balance in live bait outfits.

Fakin’ Flounder By Brenton Roberts
Tips and tricks for fooling flatfish with artificials.

How to Save Your Boat Before a Hurricane By David McGrath
Reflections on the 2022 storm season.

Sawfish Staging Comeback? By Natalie Van Hoose
Scientists ‘cautiously optimistic’ Florida’s smalltooth sawfish are rebounding.

Waking Up Crabby by Maggie Rosaine
Blue crab, cheese and leek frittata.