Flats Nation — Flats Fishing, Gear & Coastal Living

Tidal influence to help everyone better plan their next trip.

We were recently on the Reel Animals radio show on WDAE.

We are proud to welcome Fujifilm to Flats Nation!

When you understand how much crustaceans (shrimp, crabs, etc.) are part of the diets of many of our flats and inshore fishing targets.

Elements of Saltwater Fly Design

In this podcast episode we chat with Rob Carter, the Owner and Editor of Angling International!

Saturday Morning, Flats Nation was on the WFLA / Reel Animals Radio Show!

Last year's show was great, and this one is shaping to be the same, if not better.

In this volume, you will hear another tip from the show with our friend, Captain Honson Lau, on newer anglers getting into Saltwater Fly fishing.

Tarpon season is here or will soon be in your area!

Dr. Ashley Dentler who is just an awesome Fly Fishing Sportswoman and Ambassador of the sport of Flats and Saltwater Fly Fishing

Through our research and discussions, we feel that this is the superior method to secure and, perhaps more importantly, support your entire trolling motor system while navigating rough waters or even traveling down the highway.

I had a great time with Brother Blair (as always) on this special Podcast, and we will have him on again!

I had the pleasure of stopping in and visiting the new Seven Mile Fly Shop in Marathon, Florida.

Flats Nation was invited for a media-level tour of the Mote Marine International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration in Summerland Key the other day, and it was just awesome!

When not on the Skiff with my SIMRAD with its installed FMT Chip in front of me, my favorite Tides and Preflight planning tool is TidesPro

There is some concern about the actual levels of Spotted Sea Trout in SWFL and other areas of Our Great State.

How to quickly secure a loan for your next Skiff, Boat, or even new Tow Vehicle!