Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach should be on every angler’s bucket list of fishing destinations. It offers both freshwater and saltwater fishing, so whatever your preference is, there's a spot waiting to be fished. Internationally renowned as one of the world’s top sport fishing destinations, anglers…
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We treasure our Outsiders —those who love being outdoors and adventuring off the beaten path. Our area, Florida’s Charlotte Harbor Gulf Island Coast, is chock-full of outside activities. Meet some of our Outsiders here, and find inspiration for your next (or your first!) trip back here. We're a…
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In 1885, the first tarpon ever caught on a rod and reel was documented in Southwest Florida. Anglers flocked to Florida from around the world to see if the reports were true—that a prehistoric silver fish weighing more than 100 pounds would present them with the fight of a lifetime. The tarpon…
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While some might visualize a Florida fly fishing trip on the flats with a guide perched high atop a poling platform, still others yearn for freshwater spots where bass and bluegill abound. Charlotte…
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Here are our top five reasons why fishing is just better in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach. 1. Fresh or Salty? What sets Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach apart from other Florida destinations is that we offer both salt- and freshwater fishing. Spend one day in the Gulf of Mexico fighting with a trophy fish…
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As I stood along the shoreline and sipped on my organic Chiapas dark roast, the sun started to peek over the eastern edge of Lake Babcock. The pine flatwoods off in the distance seemed to cradle the…
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There are days when you're on a fishing mission, and there are days when you want to slow down your angling pace in a beautiful place. One of the best spots in Charlotte County to do the latter is Shell Creek. Drive 15 minutes east of downtown Punta Gorda in search of species like largemouth bass…
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I just finished walking across America. Many people thought I was crazy for going west to east during my walk but I knew I wanted to end in Florida, because, well, I love Florida. I figured what a great place to put my feet up and enjoy life for a few days after walking 2,372.4 miles. Fortunately, I…
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