Sheepshead & Speckled Trout, Tournament Tips & Scamp Closure
Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report
Release Date: 01/15/2026
Winter Classic Lessons: Adapting to Wind, Water Swings, and Tough Trout
Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report
In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, host Butch Thierry is joined in the studio by and welcomes and for a deep dive into the recent Winter Classic tournament and the challenging winter conditions along Alabama’s coast. The conversation centers on how rapidly changing weather, strong winds, and dramatic water level swings reshaped fish positioning from one day to the next, forcing anglers to constantly adapt their game plans. Much of the discussion focuses on how trout and redfish behaved during the event, why bites were often subtle or resulted in short strikes, and...
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Winter Tactics, Trophy Fish & Fly Fishing Deep Dive
Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report
In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, host Butch Thierry is joined by Angelo DePaola for a winter-focused breakdown of inshore fishing conditions along the Alabama coast. The show features Sam Sumlin from in Gulf Shores, who shares fly fishing tactics for redfish and speckled trout, including dock-light fishing, line and fly selection, and how to deal with wind and spooky winter fish. Sam also offers practical advice for anglers new to fly fishing and highlights upcoming fly-tying nights and regional fly fishing events. Later, Captain Patric Garmeson of delivers an inshore...
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Sheepshead & Speckled Trout, Tournament Tips & Scamp Closure
Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report
In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, host Butch Thierry presents the latest insights on inshore, offshore, and onshore fishing around Mobile Bay, Perdido Bay, and the Gulf Coast. Special guests include with , who shares expert sheepshead fishing techniques, seasonal patterns, and gear tips, and Tyler Hanks, who recaps the Battle of the Grubs tournament with strategies for landing trophy speckled trout. Captain Tyler Massey of delivers an offshore update, focusing on scamp grouper, vermilion snapper, and recent regulatory changes impacting winter fishing. The show...
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Winter Speckled Trout & Redfish Tactics with Captains Bobby Abruscato and Patric Garmeson
Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report
Join host Butch Thierry for the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report as he welcomes and to share their expert winter fishing strategies for Mobile Bay, the Delta, and Alabama’s coastal waters. This episode dives deep into the best winter tactics for targeting speckled trout and redfish, including adjustments for changing weather, water temperature, and barometric pressure. Discover top-performing lures like the Slick Junior, effective rod and rigging tips, the “do-nothing drift” technique, and the impact of tides and bait movement on winter fishing success. Both captains provide inshore...
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Cold Water Tactics: Science and Strategy for Winter Inshore Fishing
Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report
Join the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report for a masterclass in cold-weather inshore fishing. Hosts Butch and Joe are joined by two expert guides, Captain Evan Wheeler from the Pensacola area and Captain from the Mobile Bay fishery, for an in-depth discussion on how to consistently find and catch speckled trout and redfish when the temperature drops. This episode dives deep into the science and strategies that make winter fishing successful. The captains break down how a fish's slowed metabolism changes their behavior, making solunar feeding windows more critical than ever. They discuss...
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Christmas Special Top Fishing Gifts & Gear Guide 2025
Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report
Join hosts Joe Baya, Butch Theory, and Nick Williams for a special holiday episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, presented by Great Days Outdoors Magazine. In this Christmas Special, the captains discuss the best fishing gift ideas and must-have angling gear for 2025, covering both freshwater and saltwater essentials. Listeners will discover expert recommendations on waders, filet knives, vacuum sealers, rain gear, polarized sunglasses, portable sonar, safety equipment, and more. The episode is packed with angler safety tips, reviews of top fishing products and brands like AFTCO and...
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Cold Snaps, Hot Bites: Winter Inshore Fishing Across Alabama
Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report
This week on the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, steps in as host to break down a strong inshore and onshore bite across the Mobile-Tensaw Delta and Alabama’s beaches. With offshore opportunities limited by weather, the focus turns to what’s been some of the most consistent winter fishing anglers have seen in years. We start in the Delta with , who says this season is shaping up to be one of the best he can remember. After a recent cold snap, speckled trout have piled into deeper river bends and channels, creating incredible numbers and quality fish for anglers willing to slow down and...
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Inshore Tournament Tactics, Speckled Trout Strategies, and Coastal Conservation
Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report
This week your hosts are and " , and they get an awesome two part inshore report from and , The onshore report comes from , for a jam-packed episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report. This episode covers inshore fishing tips, proven trout tournament strategies from the "Battle of the Grubs," advanced speckled trout and sheepshead techniques, and real-world advice on adapting to changing conditions in coastal Alabama waters. Our captains dive into choosing the right baits, leaders, and rigging adjustments for sheephead, live shrimp and crab tactics, lure selection for tough trout, and...
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Winter Wahoo, Sheepshead Tactics, CCA Auction & Pro Charter Guides
Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report
This week on the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, hosts Butch and bring you the ultimate insider’s guide to cold-weather angling and upcoming events. Special guests include Blake Lee Ellis from discussing the annual online silent auction and conservation efforts, sharing expert tips for winter Wahoo fishing and his new blast-freeze fish processing service, and breaking down sheepshead fishing tactics and the latest inshore and nearshore action. With updates on blast vacuum-sealed fish packaging, state-water charters, and comprehensive beach fishing strategies for whiting,...
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Speckled Trout, Redfish, Tuna & Expert Fly Fishing Tips
Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report
Tune into this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, where host Tanner Deas sits down with Captain Jay O'Brien of Irish Wake Fishing, Chris Vecsey from Sam's Bait and Tackle, and fly fishing expert Sam Sumlin of Space Coast Flies and Community Fly Supply. Dive deep into expert strategies for targeting speckled trout, redfish, and white trout across Alabama's tidal rivers and causeways, plus the latest tips on matching the hatch and adjusting lure profiles and colors for trophy catches. Learn about the current nearshore tuna bite, including blackfin and yellowfin action just off the...
info_outlineIn this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, host Butch Thierry presents the latest insights on inshore, offshore, and onshore fishing around Mobile Bay, Perdido Bay, and the Gulf Coast.
Special guests include Drew Giles with The Fever, who shares expert sheepshead fishing techniques, seasonal patterns, and gear tips, and Tyler Hanks, who recaps the Battle of the Grubs tournament with strategies for landing trophy speckled trout.
Captain Tyler Massey of Hot Spots Charters delivers an offshore update, focusing on scamp grouper, vermilion snapper, and recent regulatory changes impacting winter fishing. The show offers actionable tactics, tournament strategies, and up-to-date fishing reports for anglers targeting sheepshead, speckled trout, and more during the prime Gulf Coast winter season.
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