Northwest Florida Fishing Report
Joe Baya brings you the first podcast to bring you the local inshore, offshore, and onshore fishing report from Pensacola to Panama City, Florida whether it's good, bad, or ugly.
Episodes
In this week's Northwest Florida Fishing Report, we cover prime winter fishing on the Emerald Coast! Local expert Justin Reed with Justin Reed Fishing shares pro tips for surf fishing tactics targeting black drum and pompano near Pensacola. Capt. Blake Nelson of Last Cast Charters.css-1t8gq41{border:none;background-image:none;background-color:transparent;box-shadow:none;color:#2F3133;cursor:pointer;font-size:inherit;padding:0;-webkit-text-decoration:inherit;text-decoration:inherit;width:-webkit-max-content;width:-moz-max-content;width:max-content;}.css-1t8gq41:hover,.css-1t8gq41:focus{-webkit-text-decoration:inherit;text-decoration:inherit;}
In this week's episode of the Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya is joined by top local captains and guides: Captain Tyler Massey of Hot Spots Charters, Captain Evan Wheeler of Tall Pines Tight Lines, and surf fishing expert Blake Hunter from Reel 30A.
The crew breaks down the best winter fishing tactics for inshore, offshore, and beach anglers from Pensacola to Panama City. Learn where and how to catch high-demand spe...
Join host Joe Baya as he kicks off the first Northwest Florida Fishing Report of 2026, featuring expert insights from top guides Brandon Barton (Pensacola) and Captain Justin Leake (Panama City).
This episode covers essential winter fishing tips for inshore and offshore anglers, from targeting bull redfish around bridges and flats, to safety considerations for kayak fishermen during colder months.
Learn the most effective live and...
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Martha LaGuardia-Kotite, retired U.S. Coast Guard Captain, Harvard-educated author, and one of the first women to serve aboard all-male Coast Guard cutters. With a distinguished 29-year career spanning disaster response, homeland security, post-9/11 operations, and global missions, Martha shares firsthand insights f...
Join hosts Joe Baya, Butch Theory, and Nick Williams for a special holiday episode of the Northwest Florida Fishing Report, presented by Great Days Outdoors Magazine.
In this Christmas Special, the captains discuss the best fishing gift ideas and must-have angling gear for 2025, covering both freshwater and saltwater essentials. Listeners will discover expert recommendations on waders, filet knives, vacuum sealers, rain gear, polar...
Join host Joe Baya for the latest Northwest Florida Fishing Report as he welcomes Captain Evan Wheeler (Pensacola inshore expert) and Captain Adam Peoples (Destin offshore specialist). Discover top winter fishing tactics, including how to target redfish, speckled trout, and more during cold fronts in Pensacola Bay. Learn the best bait choices, water conditions, and timing for successful trips. Cap...
Join host Joe Baya on the Northwest Florida Fishing Report for an action-packed episode featuring Captain Blake Nelson of Last Cast Charters in Destin and Captain Tyler Massey of Hot Spots Charters in Pensacola.
Get expert insights on winter fishing in the Emerald Coast, including how to target redfish and trout on the flats, tournament strategies, bait and lure selection, and adapting to cold, changing weather. Offshore, Captain M...
Tune into this winter's Northwest Florida Fishing Report as host Joe Baya teams up with Capt. Justin Leake with Panama City Inshore and Brandon Barton with Emerald Waters Kayak Charters for a deep dive into the season's best fishing opportunities.
Discover expert techniques for targeting redfish, speckled trout, and flounder in the bays, as well as offshore strategies for blackfin and yellowfin tuna—all optimized for winter conditi...
Join the Northwest Florida Fishing Report for a special Thanksgiving episode packed with winter fishing wisdom, conservation insights, and deep-dive discussions on what makes late-season angling across the Panhandle so unique. Host Joe Baya brings together Captain Evan Wheeler and Captain Patrick Garmason for an honest, expert-level breakdown of how to approach cold-water fishing in Pensacola, Mob...
Join host Joe Baya and a team of expert captains, including Angelo DePaola, Butch Thierry, Tom Hilton, Blake Hunter, and Captain Evan Wheeler, for the latest Northwest Florida Fishing Report. This episode covers inshore, offshore, and surf fishing conditions from Pensacola to Destin and Panama City, featuring hot bite updates for pompano, redfish, yellowfin tuna, and whiting. Learn expert techniques for targeting Gulf Coast fish us...
In this week's Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya delivers an action-packed update on the hottest fall fishing in Destin and Pensacola.
Offshore expert Captain Adam Peoples shares valuable insights on the exceptional Wahoo bite, Blue Marlin and swordfish action, plus pro tips for targeting yellowfin tuna and rig tactics in the Gulf of Mexico.
Inshore, surf fishing guide Justin Reed breaks down the Pensacola pompano and...
Join Host Joe Baya on this week's Northwest Florida Fishing Report for an action-packed update from Pensacola to Panama City.
Brandon Barton of Emerald Waters Kayak Charters reports an incredible run of Blackfi...
Jump into this week's Northwest Florida Fishing Report for a comprehensive update on Gulf Coast angling action.
Host Joe Baya is joined by Captain Adam Peeples to break down the current snapper season, east wind fishing strategies, and blue water tactics for marlin, swordfish, and tuna.
Captain Blake Nelson delivers expert advice on adapting to fall cold fronts, targeting redfish and trout on the flats, and adjusting techniques for...
Join host Joe Baya on the Northwest Florida Fishing Report for the latest hot tips and tactics from Pensacola to Destin and Panama City.
Captain Evan Wheeler breaks down advanced inshore fishing strategies for redfish and speckled trout during challenging neap tides, sharing how to use wind, tides, and lure selection to maximize success.
Kayak fishing expert Brandon Barton dives into nearshore tactics for targeting blackfin tuna, m...
Tune into this week's Northwest Florida Fishing Report for expert insights into the fall fishing season from Pensacola to Panama City.
Host Joe Baya is joined by guests Blake Hunter (Real 30A), Captain Blake Nelson (Destin), and Captain Adam Peoples, sharing inshore, offshore, and onshore updates packed with actionable advice.
Learn about the ongoing pompano migration, Spanish mackerel hotspots in Choctawhatchee Bay, and the best t...
In this episode of the Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya is joined by Captain Harris Scruggs of Triple B Charters and Captain Justin Lee of Panama City Inshore to deliver the latest insights on Panama City fishing, inshore and offshore tactics, and fall fishing strategies along the Gulf Coast.
The captains break down how to target king mackerel, Spanish mackerel, sailfish, mahi, and more, sharing expert advice on live...
Join host Joe Baya for the latest Northwest Florida Fishing Report, featuring expert insights from Tom Hilton of Hilton's Real Time Navigator, Captain Evan Wheeler, and surf fishing specialist Justin Reed. This episode covers the hottest inshore, offshore, and surf fishing action from Pensacola to Panama City and Destin.
Learn about current fishing conditions, including water temperature, salinity, and bait movement, plus top techn...
In this episode of the Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya and co-host Butch Thierry dive deep into a topic every boat owner needs to understand: the critical differences between boat towing and salvage, and how to ensure you're truly covered when the unexpected happens on the water.
Joe and Butch are joined by Captain Joseph Frohnhofer III, CEO of Sea Tow Services International, who brings decades of maritime experienc...
In this episode of the Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya brings you the latest inshore, offshore, and kayak fishing action from Pensacola to Panama City, featuring expert guests and timely tips for fall fishing. Joe kicks things off with Captain Blake Nelson, who breaks down the unique characteristics of the Choctawhatchee Bay system and shares his approach to finding productive flats, targeting redfish and trout, and...
In this episode of the Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya is joined by a lineup of expert anglers to deliver the latest inshore and offshore action from Pensacola to Panama City.
Joe kicks things off with surf fishing specialist Blake Hunter of https://www.reel30a.com/, who shares his approach to targeting redfish and pompano from the beach, including stealth tactics, lure selection, and how to spot and present baits t...
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