CATCH ALL THAT ST. PETE-CLEARWATER HAS TO OFFER The beaches of St. Pete-Clearwater are renowned for their picturesque beauty. The sugar-white sand and emerald Gulf waters have long been a draw for visitors. The crystal-clear waters of the Gulf and the surrounding in-shore waters are not only great for swimming, boating and water sports, they’re an amazing opportunity for fisherman of any kind. Whether you’re an experienced angler or a novice, the waterways of St. Pete-Clearwater have almost every type of fishing you could imagine. The topography of the area is what makes the fishing so plentiful and unique. Beyond the deep-sea fishing in the Gulf, there’s ample shallow water and islands that provide vegetation and nooks and crannies for fish—all of which can be easily accessed. Capt. Mike Anderson has been fishing and competing in tournaments on Tampa Bay and Florida waters for over 25 years. A local radio host and owner of Reel Animals Fishing Charters, he explains why this area is so special, “People don’t always put fishing and St. Pete-Clearwater together. They think that it’s just this huge city on the west coast of Florida, and they don’t expect the fishing to be as incredible as it is. I think that’s what really separates it. When you come here to fish,
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