Posts by Captain Patric Garmeson
October Fishing in Mobile Bay: A Magical Time on the Alabama Gulf Coast
October in Mobile Bay is truly a magical time for fishing enthusiasts. The cooler weather brings a surge of activity to the local waters, making it one of the most exciting months to cast a line. Whether you’re after redfish, flounder, speckled trout, sheepshead, or black drum, these species become more and more active with…
Read MoreCaptain Patric Garmeson: Fish in Alabama
What sets my charters apart is the personalized experience I offer. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just dipping your toes into the world of fishing, I tailor each trip to suit your skill level and preferences. Join me for a day of camaraderie and learning as we pursue the diverse bounty that Alabama’s saltwater has to offer
Read MoreUnveiling the Ultimate Bull Redfish Fishing Adventure with Ugly Fishing
Ugly Fishing, a prominent name in the fishing charter industry, offers an experience like no other. Their Dauphin Island Bull Redfish fishing charter is tailored to provide anglers of all levels with an unforgettable adventure.
Read MoreYour Mobile Bay Jack Crevalle Charter
chasing the ultra aggressive Jack Crevalle in Mobile Bay, you need more than just luck. You need an experienced guide….
Read MoreMobile Bay Flounder Fishing Charter with Captain Taylor Morrow:
If you’re an avid angler seeking an unforgettable flounder fishing experience on waters of Mobile Bay, look no further than native Daphne fishing guide Captain Taylor Morrow. As part of the Ugly Fishing team
Read MoreYour Ultimate Mobile Bay Flounder Fishing Guide: Tips and Tricks
Timing is crucial in flounder fishing. The prime season for flounder fishing in Mobile Bay typically runs from late summer through early autumn. During this period, flounder move into shallower
Read MoreThe Doormat Classic Flounder Fishing Tournament
aim to maximize the overlap in conservation and competition. We are aiding in all things science and data collection while giving anglers a platform to flex his or her fishing muscles to win some prizes and bragging rights.
Read MoreMastering the Art of Flounder Fishing: 5 Tips for a Successful Summer
As an avid angler and fishing guide, I wanted to share some valuable tips with you on how to improve your flounder fishing game this season. Flounder fishing can be incredibly rewarding, and with a little know-how, you can enhance your chances of reeling in those prized flatfish. So, without further ado, here are five…
Read MoreKeeping speckled trout alive
Why do I need to keep my speckled trout alive? In my area (Mobile Bay in Southwest Alabama) we have several fishing tournaments that are focused on speckled trout or have speckled trout categories. Many of those tournaments do not require nor reward for bringing in live speckled trout but a few do provide rewards.…
Read MoreHow to catch Sheepshead
Sheepshead Fishing: How to Catch These Elusive Bait Stealers Sheepshead, also known as convict fish, are a popular saltwater fish species found along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of the United States. These fish are known for their hard fighting ability and their love of bait, which makes them a great catch for anglers. However,…
Read MoreCold Fronts and Speckled trout
Cold Water We have witnessed water temps in the lower 40’s even in some areas the upper 30’s for a day or two most days water temps average around 57 degrees. Follow the water temps in real time by clicking HERE First Cold Snap This year our first nice cold snap rolled through our area…
Read MoreThe Winter Classic 2021
Premier Speckled Trout Fishing Tournament Wow! Seven successful Winter Classic fishing tournaments are now in the record books. The Winter Classic 2021 dates were January 23rd and 24th. We registered the most participating teams for this years premier speckled trout fishing tournament. The past champions were registered for this years Winter Classic. Which, included the…
Read More2020 Alabama Red Snapper Season
Red Snapper Dates are Set Each year anglers patiently await the announcement of the Alabama red snapper season. Now, anglers can begin planning his or her red snapper fishing trips. 2020 Alabama red snapper season is set based on the harvest data from previous years. This year in particular was the first year that the…
Read MoreGulf Shores inshore Fishing Charter
Spring Fishing Gulf Shores Lets face it, we are all ready for winter to be behind us and ready for some warmer weather and most importantly, hungry fish. Regardless of where you are when spring rolls around most fish get more active and more willing to bite when spring arrives. Spring, Summer, fall and winter…
Read MoreWinter Classic 2020
The Best Speckled Trout Fishing Tournament The Winter Classic 2020 edition is in the books! Like always we had our share of ugly weather, lock jaw Mobile bay speckled trout, but most importantly eager anglers who all enter with the intent of holding a big check and plaque at the end of the weekend. How…
Read MoreCurrent Alabama State Record Sheepshead
Breaking Records On March 29, 2019 I landed a fish that put me in the Alabama record books. I can actually say that “I Captain Patric Garmeson hold the current Alabama state record sheepshead.” While this accomplishment seems like it could happen to anyone with a hook in the water I feel as if I…
Read MoreAlabama’s 2019 red snapper season dates
2019 alabama red snapper season Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced details for Alabama’s 2019 red snapper season. They sent out the following press release: “For the second year, Alabama is operating under an Exempted Fishing Permit (EFP) from NOAA Fisheries to allow state fisheries management agencies more flexibility to set private angler…
Read MoreFairhope Alabama Fishing
A little about Fairhope Fairhope was founded in November 1894 in the site formerly known as Alabama City. Fairhope was originally formed and still remains a “single tax colony” ,which is not what this post is about. Downtown Fairhope is positioned on the Eastern shore of Mobile Bay and is located at 30.31N 87.53W. Fairhope’s…
Read More2019 Winter Classic
Most Challenging year The 2019 Winter Classic speckled trout tournament has come and gone and all anglers managed to survive again this year. This was by far the most challenging of all five years of the tournaments existence. Almost perfectly scripted to make it as difficult as possible. I for one love a challenge but…
Read MoreMobile Alabama Fishing Charters
Mobile Alabama. is located in Southwest Alabama and offers some of the very best inshore, nearshore and offshore fishing along the gulf coast. This Mobile county community is home to several Mobile Alabama fishing charters. The fishing charters located in Mobile, Al. can provide fishing experiences for all levels of skill anglers. Anglers could expect…
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