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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


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


Low dollar Flats Fishing education!
This one of the best guides to Flats Fishing education to be found!
Dave LeGear
Feb 23 min read


GARMIN vs SIMRAD - What you need to know.
Wherever you plan on boating, an excellent marine GPS is crucial to getting around unfamiliar waters without running aground!
Dave LeGear
Jan 617 min read


Better protect your trailer from salt water effects.
Here are a few things I have found to help extend their life and appearance
Dave LeGear
Jan 46 min read


Flats Nation logo stickers are now in the store!
Flats Nation logo stickers are now in the store.
Dave LeGear
Dec 14, 20242 min read


Welcome Aboard Fujifilm to Flats Nation!
We are proud to welcome Fujifilm to Flats Nation!
Dave LeGear
Dec 7, 20242 min read


Angling International LIVE show 2025!
Angling International following the great success of their trade show in Europe in 2024
Dave LeGear
Dec 6, 20242 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




The Bimini Clip (again) without drilling any holes!
The Bimini Clip
Dave LeGear
Nov 14, 20242 min read


Great lure for pitching under things!
When you understand how much crustaceans (shrimp, crabs, etc.) are part of the diets of many of our flats and inshore fishing targets.
Dave LeGear
Oct 2, 20243 min read


Elements of Saltwater Fly Design with Dr. Aaron Adams
Elements of Saltwater Fly Design
Dave LeGear
Sep 22, 20242 min read


The need for low-impact coastal development!
This is in keeping with our "No Fish/No Florida" tagline in our series of targeted conservation articles. I found an excellent and education
Dave LeGear
Jul 31, 20246 min read


Yes, they can see you moving around!
Clothing that helps blend you into the Sky/Background can help you get a few more strikes.
Dave LeGear
Jul 26, 20242 min read


Increase your hook up & success ratio (Top Water)
With this little upgrade, the dude can roll around with your Top Water lure like a Gator and should stay hooked.
Dave LeGear
Jul 12, 20245 min read


Rigging a Plastic Shrimp backward and other methods.
Rigging a Plastic Shrimp backward.
Dave LeGear
May 27, 20244 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


Welcome to the new Flats Nation website layout!
Welcome to the new Flats Nation website layout.
Dave LeGear
Apr 26, 20242 min read


No Fish/No Florida! Let us do the Math...
When you start to look at the economic value of Recreational Fishing in Florida (alone), it is quite staggering!
Dave LeGear
Mar 14, 20236 min read
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