Fishing Reports by Capt. Dave Kostyo

Consistent Tarpon Action - The 2013 year is off to a good start, especially with consistent evening tarpon action. The offshore action still requires a lot of effort to put together a fair catch. Most days it's been green water and little to no current from Key Biscayne to t more...
Capt. Dave Kostyo - Miami

Early December Fishing - It's time to get caught up again with some of the fishing activity aboard Knot Nancy. After braving NE/ENE wind @ 18 - 25 knots, Brad Coren opted to fish in calmer waters after catching one dolphin (mahi-mahi) offshore. Inshore, we anchored up ov more...
Capt. Dave Kostyo - Miami

Dolphin Action Close In - Paul Zatek from New York City, New York had almost non-stop action with dolphin in the 5-10 pound class during his ½ day trip. All the fish were caught in the 100-200 foot range using live pilchards and jigs. He also caught 2 red grouper on the b more...
Capt. Dave Kostyo - Miami

October Action Aboard Knot Nancy - October is typically a month when we expect our Fall mullet run. The lastest blow that we've had did its job and pushed lots of mullet down our way. The offshore fishing in October is for a variety of fish. The best way to approach the month is to more...
Capt. Dave Kostyo - Miami

Last Half of June Action - As I sit here and write this report, the wind is still blowing 30 mph with higher gusts and rain squalls are coming through. Tropical Depression/Storm Debby is taking her time leaving the area. I'll definitely be glad when she's gone so things can more...
Capt. Dave Kostyo - Miami

Miami/Miami Beach Action Aboard Knot Nancy - The offshore action continues to be outstanding with a variety of fish. Just to name a few, we've been catching sailfish, blackfin tuna, dolphin, kingfish, amberjack, barracuda, and bonito. Making the run well offshore and searching for dolphin is more...
Capt. Dave Kostyo - Miami

Miami/Miami Beach - Springtime Fishing - I'm long overdue with catching up on the fishing activities aboard Knot Nancy. So let's get started. Offshore, the blackfin tuna of all sizes have and are making a very strong showing. If you've ever wanted to catch one of these tasty tunas, now more...
Capt. Dave Kostyo - Miami

And More Tarpon Action - The main action for tarpon has shifted from Haulover to Government Cut and Biscayne Bay. We are also at the time of year when they are making the switch from shrimp to crabs. During my past several trips we have been catching the tarpon on both typ more...
Capt. Dave Kostyo - Miami

Government Cut Tarpon Action - During my last tarpon trip at Haulover, the fish have finally moved out of the area. We caught lots of other fish including bluefish, ladyfish, Spanish mackerel, and jack crevalle. So it's time to move down to Government Cut. Edward and Billy more...
Capt. Dave Kostyo - Miami

Miami/Miami Beach - Steady, Reliable Evening Tarpon Fishing - Tarpon fishing remains the most consistent and reliable fishery in the Haulover area. With an average of 3 to 4 fish per 4 hour evening trip along with Spanish mackerel, bluefish, and ladyfish there has been plenty of action to keep my clients busy. more...
Capt. Dave Kostyo - Miami