Addictive Fishing Television

The 2015 Season of Addictive Fishing Television starts next week! Tune into Fox SunSports on Friday, April 3rd for all new episodes of your favorite rod bendin' drag screamin' television. We kick off the season with "Bulls on the Neuse" - a big bull redfish episode from Pamlico Sound off of Oriental, NC. One of the coolest fisheries I've been lucky enough to fish! 

I just got back from fishing Islamorada for two more episodes. Can't beat fishing in the Keys. You've got everything that swims, right there ready for ya. A special thanks to the folks at Star Brite! They provided us some pretty swanky accommodations, spoiling the crew for sure. 

The reason we headed back so quickly from the Keys is I've got to get over to Tampa to the Westshore Mall Dick's Sporting Goods on Saturday (the 28th). We're wrapping up a killer week of Spring Sales at one of my favorite stores in Florida. The Westshore Dick's store is a 2 story, gorgeous store with lots of everything you'd ever need to fish, camp, kayak, hunt, or play sports. Looking forward to seeing y'all on Saturday . . . I'll be there from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Here's what's been going on back at the MPI studios . . . Mr. Producerman and Trice have been building a new set for us. We've got plans to bring y'all some more videos, online tips and some killer music from the Mogan Music Boys this season. Stay tuned for all the cool new stuff. By the way, that boom box ya see is actually my new favorite from Engel. It's a cooler and boom box in one. The sound that comes out of that thing is incredible! It's got top-of-the-line JL Audio® MX650 speakers and is Bluetooth compatible. So, I just turn the Engel on, crank up some ACDC or the Jawga Boyz and get rockin'! Check it out. 

Spend Friday afternoon with me at Dick's Sporting Goods!  I'll be at the opening of the newest store in Florida tomorrow from 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. They're calling this one the Springhill store, but it's actually in Brooksville (Cortez Commons 12936 Cortez Blvd, Brooksville, FL 34613). Stop by and save big!! 

Mr. Producerman, Trice, my wife Cari and the newest team member, my new Producer, Sam will be there too! Great way to kick off the weekend y'all . . . stock up on fishing tackle then spend the rest of the time on the water catching fish. 

Next week, we're back on the water shooting episodes. Looks like a long run for me and the crew. Shooting over in my backyard next week, then straight down to the Keys the following week. I'll be stopping in at a couple of Dick's stores along the way, so stay tuned on FB to see where I'll be next. 

Spring is so close I can smell it! I know the rest of the country is still shoveling snow, but down here in Florida it's already in the 80's, I'm barefoot again, and the fish are biting. Been shooting shows, spending time at Skeeter Boat dealers and opening new Dick's Sporting Goods stores. I spent last weekend in Inverness, Florida at Apopka Marine for their big Spring event and met a lot of cool folks. They even gave away a Yamaha engine. It was a fun time.  

Congrats to Joel Holweger from North Dakota, he won the VMAX Yamaha 150!!! 

I left Inverness and headed to Homosassa to shoot an episode of Addictive Fishing with my old friend, Capt. Billy Henderson. Capt. Billy called me up and said to get up there, the big gator trout were biting. He didn't have to tell me twice! Loaded the boats, the gear and the crew and took off. We got the show shot in one day! Capt. Billy and me were catching 4 and 5 pounders all day on Mirrodines. What an awesome day. Can't wait for that episode to air. 

And, speaking of episodes airing . . . we're getting close to our 16th AF season opener on Sun Sports. Got a killer big bull reds show from Pamlico Sound in North Carolina, and a grouper show from Homosassa to kick things off for ya. Let me tell y'all too, the music in these shows is off the hook! I'll keep you posted so you can set your DVR's and get ready for another season of rod bendin' drag screamin' television!

My time in Miami last week was a blast. Couldn't have had a better time, ate really good every night back at the Skeeter Bunk House, and sold some Skeeter boats. Loved getting to see all the new faces, fans and ran into a lot of good 'ol friends too. Saturday and Sunday were our busiest days and I hope everyone who stopped by got registered to win all those killer prizes?! I'll have the list of winners to share with y'all soon. Skeeter's taking care of notifying the winners this week, and I don't know about you, but I like to know who wins these things . . . 'cause it sure ain't me. Can't tell you how many drawings I've entered in my lifetime and it seems my name is never pulled. Doh! 

A huge thanks to all the sponsors who contributed the prizes:  Engel Coolers, Dick's Sporting Goods, Star Brite, Minn Kota Talon, Minn Kota trolling motor, Humminbird electronics, Wright and McGill Flats Blue and Flats Pink rods. Congrats to all the winners! 

So, I'd like to introduce you to someone new on the AF Team . . . Sam Tilly. Sam will be out in the field with us doing some producing, as well as editing back in the studio with Mr. Producerman. We've actually known Sam since he was 19 and still in college. He interned for McCabe Productions back when they were producing the FLW Redfish Series and Kingfish Tour. That's back in the day when I was shooting shows and fishing both tournament circuits too. Phew! We've all come a long way and it's great having Sam back on the team, full time! If you think about it, stop by the AF Facebook page and give Sam a nice, big Mogan Maniac welcome. 

On to the next stop - Inverness, Florida . . . stop by and see me this weekend at Apopka Marine in Inverness. I'll be there hanging out with the Skeeter Pros, and if you test drive a new Skeeter boat you could win a new Yamaha VMAX outboard engine! Sounds like a pretty good deal to me. I'll be there Saturday and Sunday (the 21st and 22nd), so come on by and say "hey!" 

Until next week . . . tight lines,

It’s February. It’s boat show season. And the only way to kick it off is in Miami at the International Boat Show!! Talk about a kid in a candy store, great people watching and boats, boats, boats!! Click this link to watch “Mogan Man Goes to Miami” video –> They have it all at this show and I’ll be there hoping to see y’all! Stop by the Skeeter Booth (M12) and register to win some incredible…

It's February. It's boat show season. And the only way to kick it off is in Miami at the International Boat Show!! Talk about a kid in a candy store, great people watching and boats, boats, boats!! 

Click this link to watch "Mogan Man Goes to Miami" video --> 

They have it all at this show and I'll be there hoping to see y'all! Stop by the Skeeter Booth (M12) and register to win some incredible stuff from my awesome sponsors - Dick's Sporting Goods gift cards, Engel Coolers, Minn Kota Talon, Minn Kota trolling motor, Humminbird electronics, Wright & McGill Flats Pink and Flats Blue rods, Sabalos reels, and Star Brite Bucket of the best cleaning supplies on the market. Seriously, all you have to do is show up, fill out the registration form and wait for someone to call your name! 

I'm loading up the boat with the prizes and heading South to the Skeeter House today. Make sure you stop by the booth this week not only to register for some killer prizes, but to check out the SX Series Skeeter Saltwater Boats. Cool features, top of the line boats and one of the best warranties on the market. I look forward to meeting y'all and hopefully seeing some familiar faces.  

If you can't make it down to Miami this week / weekend, I'll be back up in Inverness next weekend at Skeeter Dealer, Apopka Marine. I'll be there on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and again on Sunday from 9 a.m. - Noon. Stop on by! 

Gotta run and get down to Miami!

Until next week . . . tight lines,

The weather’s still chilly in Florida, went fishing last week and the Pompano were just not biting, I’m tired of wearing shoes, and I’m ready for the thermometer to heat back up again.  The good news is when the Florida heat and humidity do return, I’m all set with keeping things cool on my boat. Engel sent us a pretty nice gift last month to kick the year off right . . . I think they’ve got…

The weather's still chilly in Florida, went fishing last week and the Pompano were just not biting, I'm tired of wearing shoes, and I'm ready for the thermometer to heat back up again.  The good news is when the Florida heat and humidity do return, I'm all set with keeping things cool on my boat. 

Engel sent us a pretty nice gift last month to kick the year off right . . . I think they've got us covered for every size and function that I can possibly think of. That nice big grey box up front is an fridge freezer powered by a cigarette lighter plug. That's what I'm most excited about! I can take it with me on long road trips, when I go hunting, store fish and game, and it's portable. The next cooler in the Engel line up that makes me happy is the BoomBox. That thing is actually the best stereo I think I've ever owned! It's got a JL Audio system in it and functions as a small cooler to keep a few beers (or your beverage of choice) cold while you crank up the tunes and tap your toes. It connects to the Bluetooth function on your phone and puts out killer crisp sound. I've always been impressed with Engel coolers, but now I'm simply blown away. You should check 'em out! 

Another thing to check out is the new AF website design. Mr. Producerman's been busy tweeking up the layout, adding more videos, after the fight webisodes, where to stay section, and book a fishing trip with AF guest guides, the schwag shop featuring Flats Blue fishing rods and more! Tell us what you think with the new Contact Form at the bottom of the page.

We're heading to Miami next month for the boat show . . . stop by the Skeeter Boats booth and see me, check out the new Saltwater SX series and register to win some seriously cool AF Sponsor Schwag! 

I mentioned it earlier that I was out fishing and the Pompano just weren't biting, right. Well, I forgot to mention that I was fishing with Capt. Mark Nichols, creator of DOA Lures. We were trying to film an episode of AF, and the fish just weren't cooperating. As always, we had a great time with Mark, and we'll be back for sure to finish what we started.

How can I resist River Palm Cottages' hospitality and fishing with Mark Nichols? Seriously, could you resist this? 

Until next week . . . tight lines,

I spent Christmas fishing off of Catalina Island in Southern California with my son Drayden, spent ringing in the New Year back home in Florida with my wife Cari out on the air boat just blowing off the last of 2014. Made it through a Coast to Coast holiday season, back hitting the gym and getting saltwater on everything again. Now, it’s time to go fishing y’all! Got a lot in store this 2015…

I spent Christmas fishing off of Catalina Island in Southern California with my son Drayden, spent ringing in the New Year back home in Florida with my wife Cari out on the air boat just blowing off the last of 2014. Made it through a Coast to Coast holiday season, back hitting the gym and getting saltwater on everything again. Now, it's time to go fishing y'all! 

Got a lot in store this 2015 season . . . shooting new shows, some new locales, new guides fishing with us, opening new Dick's Sporting Goods stores, got some new sponsors and new product to show off. Can't wait to show ya. To kick things off, we'll be in Miami next month for the Miami International Boat Show. I'll be in the Skeeter booth next to all of those good lookin' SX Series Saltwater boats. We'll be giving away some big prizes too, so make sure you stop on by to get registered to win:  Minn Kota Talon, Minn Kota Trolling Motor, Humminbird (999HD SI Unit), Capt. Blair Wiggins Flats Blue rod and Flats Pink rod with Sabalos reels, Dick's Sporting Goods gift cards, Costa Del Mar glasses, Engel Coolers, Star Brite Bucket of everything you need to clean your boat, RV, car, motorcycle, you name it . . . oh, it's going to be good. I'll have more details later, but thought I'd get your attention now! 

Mr. Producerman's been busy too! He took some time off the water to spend a few days on designing a new AF website. Here's a sneak peak:

This week's blog is going to be quick. My fingers are out of shape, haven't been typing in a while. Ha! Looking forward to seeing y'all this season on the water, at Dick's, at boat shows, events and on the road. Happy New Year Y'all!!

Until next week . . . tight lines,

Got Skeeters? I see all the Christmas car commercials where Santa brings someone a brand new Lexus, Mercedes, or luxury vehicle . . . what about a boat Santa? How about dropping off one of these new beauties off to some lucky fisherman who's been good all year? C'mon Fat Man! Seriously though, if you're looking for a new boat in the New Year, check out Skeeter's saltwater series. You won't find a better made boat, rigged with the number one engine on the market, Yamaha. I've got some more gift ideas for you that would look mighty nice on that Skeeter:  

How about a nice cold Engel cooler to keep your drinks and fish cold when winter's done and you're back on the water in the hot days of summer. I use my Engel for just about everything, keeping things inside is just part of it. It makes a great casting platform and can even come with a cushion to provide extra seating.  That Minn Kota trolling motor is one of my favorite accessories and essential tools I use on the boat. It gets me into skinny water, quietly and quickly. Turn off that big motor in the back, quick release the Minn Kota on the front and I'm a fishing machine. 

To really set the Skeeter rig over the top, I always have an Atlas jack plate installed with my Yamaha engine. The Atlas is smooth, sturdy and the perfect way to lift that big motor up to get into shallow water when necessary. I always run with a Talon shallow water anchor on back too. Use it all the time to "Talon down" and stay put. It's great when fishing the flats and sitting on a school. Quiet, strong, always finding the bottom and just a touch of a button. My Humminbird 360 gives me such an advantage. The 3D images all around my boat let me check out structure, pot holes, oyster beds and find the fish. 

Here are some "stocking stuffer" ideas as well as something that will at least fit under the tree.  Mogan Maiden Reels are now in Dick's stores to pair up with that Wright & McGill Flats Pink rod. Pick up a Flats Blue rod too for that special angler. 

Pick up a Mogan Series TroKar Mirrolure or a TroKar Mogan Spoon too! 

Dick's Sporting Goods has FREE shipping with no minimum purchase right now too, so if you can't get into a store, check them out online at www.dicks.com for some killer "Santa" deals. 

No matter what's under the tree or in the stockings, have a Merry Christmas! Give the gift of fishing just by taking a kid fishing this year. A special thanks to all my sponsors, Star brite, Costa, DOA Lures, FINS braid, Seaguar, T-H Marine, and everyone who helps make AF happen. 

Happy New Year!!

 I’ve been hunting! Sorry it’s been a couple of weeks since y’all have heard from me. I’ve been up in Georgia for a couple of weeks getting things done up here hunting and frankly, freezin’ my butt off! At least the bugs aren’t out. I love this time of year where I switch for a little bit from the water to the tree stands. I need a little time to shut off, recharge and get ready for another…