Backcountry Flats Fishing in Islamorada Florida: Stomping Grounds Ep. 4

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In this episode of Stomping Grounds Boat Trader heads to Islamorada, "The Sport Fishing Capital Of The World", where host Ryan McVinney takes viewers on an in-depth exploration of Florida flats fishing deep in the backcountry of Florida Bay. Featuring Captain Eric Lund, a Wall Street Broker turned backcountry fishing guide, this episode reveals the key design features of the world’s best flats skiffs and how they are built for targeting some of the most exciting sport fish species on the planet. Maverick is highlighted as a builder of top flats boats.

Onboard for the day is experienced angler and Florida Keys Initiative Manager for Bonefish & Tarpon Trust, Dr. Ross Boucek, who points out key species in the area and explains how his organization works to manage the fishery and help protect and restore habitats for bonefish, tarpon, permit and other associated species.

Also covered in the episode are bay boats and their versatility for families exploring Florida’s coastal waterways, with Pathfinder highlighted as a great example of Bay Boat builders. A detailed explanation of fish species and wildlife in the region is also provided and viewers get to see some of the area’s most beautiful and secret locales, illustrating why Islamorada is such a popular destination for anglers around the world.

Content:
0:00 Intro
0:31 Islamorada Sportfishing Capital Of The World
0:44 Florida Reef Everglades And Backcountry Habitats
1:14 Angler House Marina Boat Launch
1:33 Maverick HPX 16 Flats Skiff
1:43 Maverick 2200 Bay Boat
2:00 Dr Ross Boucek Bonefish & Tarpon Trust
2:35 Captain Eric Lund Backcountry Fishing Charters
2:47 Local Fish Species
3:20 Captain Matt Bellinger
3:52 Alligator Lighthouse
4:37 Flats Skiffs Overview
5:25 Captain Nick Castillo Local Knowledge
7:15 Bonefish Tarpon And Big Permit Sport Fishing
9:17 Maverick HPX 17 ft. Flats Skiff
10:40 Eagle Rays And Lemon Sharks Sea Grass Meadows
10:55 Everglades National Park
11:54 Dolphins Hunting Mud Rings
12:16 Fishing For Snook And Sea Trout
15:07 Stock Broker Turned Backcountry Fishing Guide
16:08 Fisherman And The Banker Parable
17:40 Technical Poling Skiff
18:22 Bay Boats Versus Flats Skiffs
19:52 Pathfinder 2200 Bay Boat

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