
April 2026
Spring Pelagic Push: Cobia and King Mackerel Arrive
Water temps hit the upper 60s and the pelagics moved in on schedule. We've seen nice cobia around the barrier islands and king mackerel running the nearshore bars.
On the water
What's biting, seasonal forecasts, and updates straight from Captain Brandon Morano aboard The Shearwater.

April 2026
Water temps hit the upper 60s and the pelagics moved in on schedule. We've seen nice cobia around the barrier islands and king mackerel running the nearshore bars.

March 2026
Blacktip sharks are showing up in great numbers on the offshore structure alongside heavy bull redfish. Great drag-screaming action for groups and families.

February 2026
State and federal regulators are announcing open windows soon. Snapper dates fill fast every season — call Captain Brandon to get on the priority list.
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