Fishing Report, Everglades

First tarpon of the season

By Captain Crunch, Crunch Backcountry Fly Co. · 9/16/2026

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Spotted the first push of tarpon rolling through the backcountry this week. Landed one on fly around 80 pounds before it threw the hook at the boat.

Conditions: Outgoing tide, wind 7mph from SE prevailing

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Home Port: Everglades

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