Jan 31st:  High Speed / Butterfly Jigging Techniques

Location: Marine Max in Venice, by the “Circus Bridge”

1485 Tamiami Trl, South, Venice 34285

6:30 – 8:30 PM

Bring a pen and paper as we talk about the tackle and techniques behind this very exciting and popular method for catching quality fish.  Oftentimes, a high speed/butterfly jig will outproduce all baits, (including live) and we will discuss why and how to up your knowledge and catch rate when all others efforts fail.

$20 pp, Spouses 1/2 price,

Please Pre-Register by calling (941) 234-2041

February 6th: Freedom Boat Club-”Cobia Tactics”

6:30 PM, Venice Area Board of Realtors

680 Substation Rd, Venice, 34285

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 February 11th: Saturday Morning Tackle Talk

Location: Marine Max in Venice, by the “Circus Bridge”

1485 Tamiami Trl, South, Venice 34285

8:30 – 11:00 AM

   Bring your favorite rods, reels and tackle and we will help you rig and set up for whatever you fish for.  Heck, bring your boat if you want !  Meet other fishermen and enjoy a cup of coffee and donuts.  This is a very informal, open format seminar and we will provide insight and tips into any topic you want.   Fishing reports strategies and what is working now will be open for discussion.  Don’t forget your best fish story  !!

   This is a great way to get a feel for what is happening on the water now and talk with and meet other fishermen and boaters in our area.

$10 (at the door)

Spouses ½ price and children under 16 Free

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February 14th:  Tackle Care & Maintenance

Marine Max- Venice  1485 Tamiami Trl, Sth.  Venice 34285

Join us as we discuss decades worth of secrets that will keep your boat, rods, reels and all tackle in tip top shape, saving you money

$20 pp

Spouses 1/2 price, children under 16 Free

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 February 21st: Gulf to Bay Fishing Club Monthly Meeting

Location: Marine Max in Venice, by the “Circus Bridge”

1485 Tamiami Trl, South, Venice 34285

6:30 – 8:30 PM

  Come join our group regardless of fishing style.  Families encouraged and welcome !

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February 23rd: Kayak Strategies

Sarasota West Marine

6:30 pm

Join us as we reveal the best secrets for successful kayak adventures in southwest Florida.

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FREE Fishing Seminar Series at West Marine:

The following seminars are FREE and open to the public.  We welcome children & spouses

Feb 11th – Nearshore Cobia Secrets  Venice West Marine  1:00 pm

Feb 25th – Boating Day Trips for the Entire Family  Venice West Marine  1:00 pm