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Flats Nation Fishing and Scouting Logs
Flats Nation Fishing and Scouting Logs: A Guide to Effective Tracking
Dave LeGear
Feb 213 min read


Bahamas Bonefishing Tournament Series!
Experience the Thrill of the Bahamas Bonefishing Tournament Series!
Dave LeGear
Feb 182 min read


Tarpon season approaching!
Tarpon season is approaching!
Captain Barkley Daniel
Feb 92 min read


Podcast Episode #25 with Chris Peterson of Hell's Bay!
We’re thrilled to welcome back our longtime friend for Podcast Episode # 25 with Chris Peterson of Hell’s Bay Boatworks!
Dave LeGear
Feb 43 min read


Flats Nation free PC Wallpaper!
Flats Nation Free Desktop Wallpaper
Dave LeGear
Dec 6, 20243 min read


Podcast Episode #24 with Robin Van Der Woude - Aruba
In this episode, we explore the shallow waters of Aruba
Dave LeGear
Nov 27, 20242 min read


Fly Fishing in Aruba: A Unique and Rewarding Experience!
While Aruba may not boast the vast flats of some neighboring islands, its unique environment offers fly anglers an experience that is both d
Robin van der Woude
Aug 12, 20243 min read


Flats Nation Sound Bites Volume 13
Striper and other Gamefish conservation efforts in New Jersey and other Northeastern states.
Dave LeGear
Jun 14, 20242 min read


Keeping an eye to the Sky!
Keeping an eye to the Sky! Quickly (single click) find out if you need to hitch up the boat, lower the shutters, and fill up the bathtub.
Dave LeGear
May 17, 20243 min read


Robin Van Der Woude - Flats Fishing in Aruba
Aruba has some great Flats Fishing if you know where to go!
Dave LeGear
May 4, 20242 min read


Flats Nation Sound Bites Volume 6
Brother Travis is back in the house, and you will hear a quick slice of our funny but educational sound bite!
Dave LeGear
Dec 23, 20232 min read


Captain Antonio Flecha - Culebra, Puerto Rico
We are excited to have Captain Antonio Flecha join our team here at Flats Nation. Flecha is a Certified IGFA Captain/Guide and an...
Dave LeGear
Aug 24, 20233 min read


Podcast Episode #18 with Dr. Ashley Dentler!
Dr. Ashley Dentler who is just an awesome Fly Fishing Sportswoman and Ambassador of the sport of Flats and Saltwater Fly Fishing
Dave LeGear
Aug 1, 20232 min read




TARPON mid-season update for Tampa Bay - Florida
TARPON mid-season update for Tampa Bay.
Dave LeGear
Jun 10, 20233 min read


Dr. Ashley Dentler - Brigantine, New Jersey
We want to Welcome Aboard Flats Nation and are excited to have you join us, Dr. Ashley Dentler, from the wilds of South New Jersey! She...
Dave LeGear
Jun 2, 20234 min read


Podcast Episode #16 with Captain Jason Moore!
We had a great time learning about Flats Fishing in New Jersey
Dave LeGear
May 12, 20231 min read


Captain Jason Moore - Brigantine, New Jersey
Happy to introduce, Captain Jason Moore, who is going to help us cover the Mid Atlantic States Flats and Fly Fishing scene, as well as...
Dave LeGear
Mar 24, 20233 min read

Featured Fly Pattern: Skrimp Skleeper
The inspiration for this fly was to outsmart the smartest and biggest Biscayne Bay bonefish in my home waters of Miami.
Dr. Christian Marrero
Jan 7, 20232 min read


The State of Sea Trout in South Florida (My Take)
There is some concern about the actual levels of Spotted Sea Trout in SWFL and other areas of Our Great State.
Dave LeGear
Jul 5, 202210 min read
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