If you’re fighting a bonefish and he swims towards the mangroves, you should probably pull hard in the other direction to try to keep him out. Yes, you might pull the hook or straighten the hook or pop your leader – but if he swims through the mangroves connected to your fly line, your chances…
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Andros South
Soon…
It’s late August and that mean’s we’re wrapping up two great seasons at Alaska West and BC West…but it also means that in less than two months we’ll be chasing bonefish around the incredible flats of South Andros Island! Want to join us?
Common Bonefishing Mistake – Pivot Slower!
As a veteran saltwater guide and instructor of our Bonefishing Schools at Andros South, Bruce Chard has spent a lot of time with anglers new to the flats. We asked Bruce about some common mistakes made by novice anglers, and he came up with something we’ve never thought of before. That’s why you ask the…
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Why Do Bonefish Tail?
Everybody knows that bonefish tail, right? And everybody knows that it’s cool when bonefish tail, because…well, because it’s cool. And everybody knows why bonefish tail, right? We weren’t so sure about that last one, so we asked Bruce Chard, veteran guide and Bonefishing School Instructor, for a quick explanation of exactly what’s happening when that…
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Wet.
Yeah, sometimes it rains in the Bahamas, and when it rains it can rain hard. You’re headed to a beautiful warm destination, but don’t forget your raincoat! More on the Bahamas Fall Bonefishing Specials Lots of Wading on South Andros It’s Really Mellow
Bonefish Feed Marks
Tosh Brown’s photo pairs up with Bruce Chard’s words for some insight on the calling cards of hungry bonefish – feed marks! Feed Marks Bonefish are well known for their ability to feed on bottom dwelling creatures. Having their mouth structured underneath their head helps them to dig out little crabby and shrimpy candies with…
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Join Our Women’s Bonefishing School!
We’re thrilled to announce our Women’s Bonefishing School at Andros South, from January 5th to the 12th, 2013! Building on the success of our very popular Bonefishing School program, our Women’s School will be co-hosted by Kara Armano and Bruce Chard. You’ll get hands-on instruction from the best in the business, plenty of time on…
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Rigging up for Bonefishing
Already thinking about getting ready for a bonefishing trip this fall? Perfect – here are our top 5 posts on rigging for bonefishing. You’re welcome. Rigging up for Bonefishing – Top Posts Flats Leader Construction Video – Bruce Chard gives a master class. Bonefish Backing Poll – You tell us which backing you use and why. Non-Slip…
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Nice Shot.
Whitey made the cast, and Tosh took the picture, and to both we say “Nice Shot”. More Cool Pictures from Andros Three Men in a Boat It’s Nice in the Bahamas Bonefish
Andros Sunrise
Just a friendly reminder that, although it’s probably nice in your part of the world right now, Andros Island is an awfully nice place to be come winter.