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2024 Year in Review As 2024 draws to a close, our crew at Stella Fishing Co. reflects with gratitude on another incredible year spent exploring the Gulf of Mexico. From reeling in trophy fish to embracing new challenges and welcoming fresh faces to our team, this year has been packed with unforgettable moments. Let’s dive…
October in the Gulf of Mexico has brought a bit of everything—from chilly cold fronts to the impact of Hurricane Milton, which stirred up some wind and rain. But despite these breezy conditions, we’ve managed to get out on the water for some excellent fishing, making the most of the ever-changing weather. Bottom Fishing and…
Nearshore Excitement: Kingfish & Spanish MackerelThe Kingfish have officially arrived! With schools of Kingfish and Spanish Mackerel now moving in, our nearshore waters are heating up for some thrilling, action-packed fishing. Our 4- and 6-hour trips are perfect for anglers eager to land a trophy Kingfish while also loading up on Spanish Mackerel for the…
What an exciting month it’s been on the water! With Amberjack season kicking off and wrapping up the last few weeks of Red Snapper season, we’ve had no shortage of fish to target. August has brought beautiful weather, similar to July, creating perfect conditions for offshore and nearshore adventures alike. Offshore Action: Red Snapper, Amberjack,…
Exciting news for anglers as mackerel and kingfish have returned to near shore waters, providing ample opportunities to catch and feast on these delicious fish. Mackerel can be found on the beaches and deep-water grass flats, especially around areas where bait is concentrated, such as crab traps, fishing piers, bridges, artificial reefs, and wrecks. They…
Trolling for mackerel is a method of fishing where a boat moves slowly through the water while dragging one or more lines behind it, each baited with a lure or bait designed to attract mackerel. The idea is to cover a large area of water and present the bait or lure in a way that…
The Spanish mackerel are back! Spanish mackerel fishing has picked up near shore. We have started trolling on our 4- and 5-hour trips, extending the fishing time by dropping the lines sometimes right out of the pass, and giving guests the choice to change up the fishing experience. We have even seen the kingfish showing…
