Sound & Sea Archives - Page 16 of 23

May 26, 2026

For obvious reasons, speckled trout are often referred to as “yellow mouths.”

Gauging trout recovery

Spotted seatrout — “specks” to many coastal anglers — are a favorite target for many light- tackle fisherman; fun to catch and good to eat. […]

A flooded redfish flat is a great place for a fly-fisherman to cut his saltwater teeth.

Fly-fishing adds enjoyment

Bryan Bowers

For years, saltwater fly-fishing was thought of as something different from “regular” fishing; viewed as a fanciful way of angling by some and elitist by others. […]

Oysters are most-easily picked at low tide, when they’re visible and can be best judged for size and shape. Choose the ones that are covered by water the longest.

Crack open an oyster

Bryan Bowers

In South Carolina however, people often venture happily outside for the promise of something warm and delicious: steamed oysters. […]

The black sea bass is a popular nearshore bottomfish along the coast of both Carolinas.

On Oct. 17, the South Atlantic Fisheries Management Council closed the season on black sea bass because the annual recreational catch limit had been met, striking a blow to an already hard-hit bottom-fishing industry. […]

The proper rod for fighting big fish like tarpon, cobia and bull redfish is one that will allow the fisherman to get control of the fish and get it to the boat quickly.

Choosing the right rod

Bryan Bowers

Most anglers agree that one of the most-important things to fishing success, after locating the fish, is how the bait or lure is presented. […]

A redfish on a fly, ready for release, is the culmination of a trip to the tailing flats in the fall along South Carolina’s coastline.

Put the puzzle together; Catch more tailing redfish on the flats

Bryan Bowers

Catching redfish tailing up on a grassy marsh flat is a unique, exciting experience. Finding tailers is as easy as finding a “tailing flat.” […]

The waters around Charleston are teeming with inshore sharks that can make for many successful summer fishing trips.

Bonnethead sharks are still ready, willing and eager in August

Jeff Dennis

Fishing for sharks is a favorite pastime of Capt. Fritz Von Kolnitz, a Lowcountry native who doesn’t overlook the inshore action provided by the smaller bonnetheads. […]