Chasing Pompano in the Heat & Swordfish on Fire Offshore

In this week's Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya covers mid-summer fishing from Destin to Panama City, where clean beach water, strong pompano action, long offshore runs, and an outstanding swordfish bite are defining the season. This episode features Blake Hunter with Reel30A and Capt. Adam Peeples with One Shot Charters. Blake Hunter starts with the surf report, where summertime pompano continue to exceed expectations along the 30A corridor. He explains how higher salinity water, afternoon sea breezes, and sargassum along the troughs are concentrating fish, while also sharing tips for finding sand fleas, fishing wobble jigs, and targeting pompano from the beach with both live bait and artificials. Capt. Adam Peeples wraps up with an offshore report from Destin, where blue water has pushed more than 100 miles offshore, forcing long runs to find sailfish, blackfin tuna, and blue marlin. Despite the distance, the swordfish bite has been exceptional, with multiple double-digit bite days. Adam also discusses locating productive temperature breaks, choosing fresh bonita for bait, and adapting to constantly changing offshore conditions. Sponsors: Pike Consulting EMS Endeck PVC Decking Dixie Supply and Baker Metal Admiral Shellfish Sea Tow Coastal Connection EXP Realty - Abaco Orange Beach SlipSki Solutions Black Buffalo Hilton's Realtime Navigator Deep South Cranes Pure Flats - Slick Lures