Fishing Reports & Articles from Captain Bach

Firsthand Insights from a Full-Time Fishing Guide

The Articles & Reports section of Captain Bach Charters exists for one reason: to share accurate, real-world fishing knowledge with anglers who want more than just a boat ride. Whether you’re already booked for a trip or scouting the area for DIY fishing, this page helps you fish smarter, season by season.


Unlike generic blogs or repackaged magazine content, every article here is written by Captain Hunter Bach himself, based on firsthand experience guiding clients across New Smyrna Beach, Mosquito Lagoon, and Florida’s nearshore zone.


This is not a content farm. It’s a curated resource written by someone who fishes these waters every week.

What You’ll Find in These Articles

Each post is designed to help anglers of all experience levels understand real-world patterns, behaviors, techniques, and gear that work in Florida waters. The articles are concise, tactical, and updated frequently to match changing conditions—not generic evergreen content written months before. Topics include monthly fishing reports for New Smyrna and Mosquito Lagoon, detailed redfish and trout breakdowns by tide and season, night-fishing strategies covering dock lights, lure choices, and moon-phase behavior, as well as fly-fishing guidance on casting angles, fly selection, loop control, and handling windy conditions.

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Sample Articles You Can Expect

To give you a better sense of what’s actually published and why it matters, here’s a list of sample and upcoming topics:

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“Mosquito Lagoon Redfish in Wind: How to Adjust Presentation”

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“Top 3 Mistakes Anglers Make on Fly in Shallow Water”

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“Night Fishing Snook: How to Work a Dock System Right”

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“Tarpon on Incoming Tide: What It Looks Like & When to Stay”

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“Client Questions Answered: What Leader Setup Do I Use for Redfish?”

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“Early Season Trout: Where They Go and Why They Stage”

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“My Favorite Skiff-Friendly Fly Rod Combos (and Why)”

These aren’t theory posts. Each is tied to real client sessions, personal gear choices, and specific local outcomes.

Why This Page Exists

Captain Bach created this section because he believes information is power. Many anglers head to Mosquito Lagoon or New Smyrna with good intentions but little context, so these articles are designed to give you an edge. They provide a pre-trip advantage, answer the common questions clients ask each week, and help you prepare more intentionally for future bookings. They also build confidence on the bow—especially for fly anglers—and offer education that leads to long-term skill development. In short, the better you understand the water, the better you’ll fish, whether you’re on your own or with a guide.

For DIY Anglers and Returning Clients Alike

The content here serves both returning clients and independent anglers. It's written for those who:

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Want to review seasonal patterns before rebooking

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Are prepping for their first technical fly trip

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Need tactical advice before launching solo

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Are local to the area and want to better understand their home water

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Are looking to become better anglers year after year

This resource is not gated. It’s open, honest, and designed to support serious anglers who respect the craft.

Before & After Your Trip — How to Use It

Before your charter:

  • Review current fishing reports for tide trends and behavior

  • Check gear guides to avoid overpacking or bringing mismatched setups

  • Use fly selection articles to match your gear to local conditions
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After your trip:

  • Read technique breakdowns to reinforce what you learned

  • Try recommended drills or casting adjustments before next season

  • Follow weather-based patterns so you’re ready for a return trip

This content helps extend the value of your trip beyond a single day on the water.

What Anglers Are Saying

“Hunter is calm, smart, and technical without being overwhelming. He put me on my personal best redfish and explained every part of the setup. I’ve fished with a lot of guides in Florida—he’s among the best.”

 

— Verified Google Review

“Solid charter, no fluff. Hunter adjusts to your skill level and keeps you engaged the whole time. Landed tarpon on fly for the first time with him.”


 — Verified Facebook Review

Book a Charter, Then Go Deeper

If you’re looking for a charter that prioritizes quality over quantity, conditions over convenience, and instruction over entertainment, Captain Bach Charters is ready to guide your next session.


You can check available dates via FishingBooker or reach out directly to plan a trip that fits your goals and timing.

Trips run daily, but the best fishing happens on the right tide—so book early and book smart.