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2023, Simple Pinfish Tricks for Florida Redfish
Embark on a thrilling journey into Florida's redfish fishing with Captain William Toney's expert guidance. Uncover the secrets of using pinfish as the ultimate bait, master precision casting, and adapt to changing waters. Elevate your angling skills with insights from In The Spread.
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2023, Sheepshead Fish – Late Winter Fishing with William Toney
Unravel the mystique of the sheepshead fish along Florida's west coast. Guided by Captain William Toney's expertise, this guide dives deep into the species' biology, fishing techniques, and the culinary treasures that await post-catch. Elevate your angling experience in the late winter waters of the Big Bend.
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2018, Black Puppy Drum Fishing
Winter inshore fishing offers delicious table fare for black drum, a bottom feeder that eats shrimp, fiddler crabs, and other crustaceans. Capt. William Toney will teach you where to fish, how to target puppy drum, and how to locate deeper holes and channels. These tips are invaluable for winter days when exploring further out.
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2018, Redfish - Sight Casting Summer Fish
Redfish, or red drum, are kings in nearshore waters. Florida fishing guide Capt. William Toney shares techniques for sight casting bigger summer red fish, including baits, lures, and tackle setups. The Gulf coast of Florida offers excellent fishing opportunities with diverse mangroves and abundant fish.
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2018, Seatrout - Top 5 Lures with William Toney
Captain William Toney shares his top 5 lures successful speckled seatrout fishing.
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2018, Redfish - Top 5 Lures with William Toney
In the Spread fishing video, Captain William Toney, a 4th generation guide from Florida, shares his expertise in targeting red fish with lures. By profiling and discussing his best red fish lures, viewers can make informed tackle decisions and become smarter in their redfish fishing program.
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2018, Snook - Fishing Coastal Rivers with William Toney
Florida's Gulf Coast rivers provide nutrients for a rich ecosystem, making Homosassa, Florida, an ideal location for snook fishing. The area's magnitude order spring offers year-round fishing opportunities without requiring outdoor access. Captain William Toney, a lifelong fishing guide, shares his knowledge on snook behavior and techniques in a snook fishing video.
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2018, Sheepshead - Fishing Florida Gulf Coast
In this In The Spread fishing video, Capt. William Toney teaches you how to catch sheepshead fish, including shallow water structure, baits, rigs, and tides. As a top inshore fishing guide in Florida, his tips will help you catch more fish and become smarter in your fishing endeavors.
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2018, Seatrout- Summer Techniques with William Toney
In The Spread Summer Sea Trout Fishing, Florida Capt. William Toney shares tactics and techniques for catching sea trout, the king of inshore waters. He covers when to target trout, optimal conditions, slow drifting, and using a popping cork rig with various jigs.
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2018, Seatrout - Springtime Fishing with William Toney
In the In The Spread fishing video, Capt. William Toney, a third-generation guide from Homosassa, Florida, shares tips, tactics, and techniques for catching big sea trout in late winter and early spring. He discusses the best conditions, lures, and productive fishing spots.
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2018, Redfish - Live Bait Tactics for Pressured Fish
Capt. William Toney offers tips for catching red fish in pressured Florida fishing spots. He teaches how to catch red drum fish with live bait, using artificial lures, dead, and live baits. Toney has experience targeting reds with artificial lures and dead baits, and shares his techniques for triggering bites on tough days. By learning from the best, you can become more productive and smarter in fishing pressured red drum.
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2018, Mangrove Snapper - Backcountry Fishing with William Toney
In The Spread offers a sport fishing journey through Florida's Nature Coast, featuring dynamic fisheries like mangrove snapper. Capt. William Toney, a fourth-generation guide, shares his techniques for catching mangrove snapper in backcountry creeks and rivers. He demonstrates using live shrimp, artificial lures, soft plastics, and jigs, and teaches expert tactics for targeting fish in coastal rivers. To learn more about mangrove snapper limits in Florida, check with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission.
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2018, Grouper - Fishing Shallow Water with Dan Clymer
This fishing video by Captain Dan Clymer, a grouper fishing expert, teaches you how to catch grouper using casting plugs, trolling, and bottom fishing techniques. He shares tips on targeting gag grouper, baits for bottom fishing, and his recommended tackle. Clymer also demonstrates how to manipulate trolling lures and cast plugs for better hook-ups. With his extensive knowledge, Clymer is an excellent resource for anyone interested in grouper fishing.
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2018, Snook - Fishing Florida Coastal Flats
Homosassa, Florida's coastal waters are home to one of the best snook fisheries in the state. Large fish are caught in mangrove keys, and Capt. William Toney teaches fishing techniques, soft DOA jerk baits, and habitats. The fishery's diverse habitat and fresh water springs sustain the fish, allowing anglers to develop various skills and presentation techniques.
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2024, Captain William Toney - A Legendary Florida Inshore Fishing Guide
Tap into the genius of Captain William Toney, a Florida inshore fishing legend. Learn about his contributions to Homosassa's fishing culture and the exceptional guided trips provided by Homosassa Inshore Fishing, where sustainability and education meet the thrill of the catch.
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2024, Florida Inshore Fishing and Small Game Hunting Guide: Maximizing Spring Opportunities
As spring approaches, inshore fishing thrives with sheepshead, trout, and redfish, while live shrimp bait reigns supreme. Warm days bring trout to the flats, and the woods offer serene hunting for small game and deer, making now the ideal time for both fishing enthusiasts and hunters to enjoy the natural bounty of the Big Bend area.
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2024, February Sea Trout Fishing on Florida's Big Bend
There is great seatrout fishing along Florida's Big Bend in February. Learn the best techniques, prime locations, and essential gear for catching the elusive speckled trout. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a beginner, William Toney has inshore fishing experience to share.
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2022, Best Months to Fish Florida's Gulf Coast
April and October are the best months to fish Florida's Gulf Coast, with ideal water temperatures for both inshore and offshore species. Offshore, mangrove snapper, hogfish, cobia, kingfish, spanish mackerel, and sheepshead can be caught. Inshore, trout and redfishing are good during incoming tides. White bait, mud minnows, and finger mullet are also effective.
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2022, Winter Sheepshead Fishing Techniques - Captain William Toney
The sheepshead fish are easy to catch during winter months, spawning from January to March. They are cold hardy and hard to clean due to their thick skin and sharp spines. To catch them, use nearshore rocks, live shrimp, and a fast action rod with braided line.
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2021, Spring Snook Fishing - William Toney – Homosassa Florida
Snook fishing has become a popular sport in the past 7 years, with various areas along the Big Bend attracting them. In Homosassa, Florida, artificial lures like soft plastic shrimp and paddle tails work well. Deep, rocky shorelines and tidal flow are ideal targets. Live chumming can also be effective.
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