Fishing Reports by Capt. Ron Mallet

Fort Lauderdale, Florida - Saltwater Fishing Report - This is a great time to try out your light tackle skills on the inshore waters of Fort Lauderdale. There is loads of small baitfish (looks like baby blue runners) all over the harbor and the canals. Because of this the Jacks are in the area snacking more...
Capt. Ron Mallet - Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale, Florida - Saltwater Fishing Report - It looks like the spring season has officially started. The birds are flying north, and the bait and predators are doing the same. The mullet had an appearance all winter. They could be found in the canals just about any day if you knew where to look more...
Capt. Ron Mallet - Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale, Florida - Saltwater Fishing Report - It appears that the little bit of winter we had is already ending. The birds and fish seem to be heading north already. In the 20 years that I've been here this feels like the mildest season I can remember. The water temp gauge on my sonar unit never more...
Capt. Ron Mallet - Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale, Florida - Saltwater Fishing Report - The inshore scene has remained much the same since my last report. Reason being is this is one mild winter. My long pants days are only up to 5 so far all winter. The Tarpon are still hanging in the ICW around the 17th street bridge project. Most more...
Capt. Ron Mallet - Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale, Florida - Saltwater Fishing Report - I grew up in the New England area and had my share of winter, I don't miss it and I enjoy a little sweating, but I also know that we need a bit of a chill to get our action going. So far this season I've only had to put on my long pants 4 days. The w more...
Capt. Ron Mallet - Fort Lauderdale