Barron River Resort:
Josie says April is when the fishing just gets great. Keeper redfish are showing up. Early evening and into the night will bring you wonderful snook catches. Accommodations are second to none at the River Resort. Come stay for a week or a lifetime.
941-992-2553

Master Bait & Tackle:
Terry reports that offshore fishing is slow with the wind blowing, but when you can get out in 30 - 60 foot depths, they're catching keeper grouper and snapper to 10 lbs. Back bays are producing many trout, as well as pompano, redfish, lots of sheepshead to 7 lbs., and a few keeper snook. There are also many reports of spanish mackeral running in the passes. Terry says, "It won't be long and we will be seeing the tarpon rolling." Call for all your bait and tackle, fishing reports, and Master Bait T-Shirts.
941-992-2553

Outdoor Resort - Chokoloskee: For a little bit of paradise, relaxation, good fishing and lots of fun, go by and see Kenny. They can provide you with boat ramps, guide service, and bait and tackle. Their R.V. resort is just plain beautiful. The marina and motel speaks for itself. Join Outdoor Resorts of America. The fun begins in April.
941-695-2881

Cape Bait and Tackle: Bob says April will be a fantastic time to fish. Trout and whiting in the river will be great due to the increase in water temperature. Warmer water will also bring nice catches of cobia and black tip sharks. Try live shrimp, cut bait, and crabs for tarpon action. Fish early and fish at night for snook action. Bob had some happy anglers from his shop; Audry Smith with a 39 lb. snook, Joe Agosta and friend hooked 24 sheepshead at the Sanibel Causeway, Gary Cullin with a 31" snook using large live shrimp.
941-549-3222

Chiquita Bait & Tackle: Carol reports that good grouper and snapper action can be had working offshore. Try sardines and cigar minnows. Tarpon are in the river feeding near the deep holes. Use live pinfish. Steve and Carol catch their pinfish with hook and line. They are also a Star Rod dealer and will do great repair work on your fishing equipment.
941-540-0052

Sunrise Bait and Tackle: Captain Bob will be moving his shop to the Amtel Flea Market on the corner of Colonial and Fowler. His move will take place at the end of April and will run charters out of the new location. Call Captain Bob, he knows where the fish are.
941-540-4179

Hippies Bait & Tackle: Located right down the street from the Matlacha Bridge, owner John, says snook are doing well at night off the bridge using live shiners or live pinfish. Try the flats using large live shrimp for excellent redfish action. Timing is a major factor. Try one hour before and one hour after the tide changes.
941-283-2400

Ray's Bait & Tackle: Local fishing expert, Ray explains that April starts the good fishing times for trout, reds, snook and tarpon. If you need soda, ice, beer or snacks, stop by and say hello to Ray. He will also be glad to give you some excellent fishing advice.
941-283-4402

Seven Sea's Bait & Tackle: Jim has figured out how to satisfy his customers. He bought Pine Bay Bait & Tackle right by the Matlacha Bridge. Pine Bay will be open from 12:00 noon to 12:00 midnight, while Seven Seas will be open from 6:00am to 6:00pm. You now have no excuse for not finding bait any time of the day. Good going Jim!!
941-283-1674

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