Anna Maria Archives • Rusty Chinnis

The little tunny (locally known as bonito) is my favorite fish species to pursue. These members of the tuna family are notable for their stamina, long, smoking runs, and their ferocious feeding blitzes.

Hooking Up with the Fall Fish Frenzy

Post author:R&R: Terry Galvin
Post published:November 4, 2020
Post category:Just fishing Reel Time

Shifting seasons bring welcome changes to the Gulf coast, especially those Fall fronts that are the couriers of cooling temperatures and lower humidity. The arrival of massive bait schools in the passes and along the beaches are harbingers of the king mackerel, cobia, Spanish mackerel, and little tunny that are never far behind. While I love to fish for all these species, the little tunny (locally known as bonito) is my favorite to pursue.

Captain Logan Bystrom lands a tarpon for Ruth Marsh.

Passing On The Passion for the Outdoors

Post author:Rusty Chinnis
Post published:June 22, 2020
Post category:Environmental Advocacy Just fishing Reel Time

Thinking back at the significance fishing and the outdoors has had on my life, I’m constantly reminded of the importance of protecting the resource so future generations have access to the same opportunities we’ve had. That’s why you read so much in this column of the need to get involved in issues revolving around water quality. What’s equally important is how we introduce children to the natural world and fishing.