Flats Nation — Flats Fishing, Gear & Coastal Living

Learn about and find the prey and the predator is usually not far behind.

Some skiffs are built to impress at the dock. The Hell’s Bay Waterman feels more like the skiff built for the angler who already left the dock before sunrise.

Rigging a Plastic Shrimp backward.

Effective on-water preparation is essential for successful Tarpon fly fishing. Ensure your fly line is thoroughly stretched and correctly stored in your line management device. Set your drag lightly and maintain a well-organized, unobstructed cockpit. Be ready to cast in the "speed cast" position, holding the fly in your non-dominant hand, with the rod in the proper casting position and the fly line secured under your trigger finger.

Tidal influence to help everyone better plan their next trip.

This is in keeping with our "No Fish/No Florida" tagline in our series of targeted conservation articles. I found an excellent and education

Probably the most important thing that an angler can do is practice a proper saltwater cast which can be done well before you ever step onto the boat.

Clothing that helps blend you into the Sky/Background can help you get a few more strikes.

We had quite the list of features we wanted to employ after years of trial and with other hats, this while getting roasted in the sun

Flats Nation logo stickers are now in the store.

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Awesome Redfish caught on Captain Mike his new Hell's Bay Professional Skiff.

This one of the best guides to Flats Fishing education to be found!

The main purpose of this entire project is to provide/replace as many square miles of fish nurseries we have already lost

The team over at Hell's Bay Boatworks has shared an interesting short video from one of their Pro Staff Members Chico Fernandez as he discusses one of his favorite fly patterns The Seaducer.

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This collaboration between Hell’s Bay Boatworks and Orvis marries top-tier craftsmanship with a deep commitment to conservation, resulting in a skiff that’s as purposeful as it is polished.

Maverick HPX-S and V models are tremendous little all-around Skiffs that do many things well!

We’re thrilled to welcome back our longtime friend for Podcast Episode with Chris Peterson of Hell’s Bay Boatworks!

Here are a few things I have found to help extend their life and appearance