Alabama Shark Fishing Appeals To Adventurous Anglers

By Tracie Butler


Alabama shark fishing attracts adventurous anglers. Few can match the fish stories of someone who has landed a 500-pound bull shark off the Gulf Coast. The area has a thriving population that draws in fishermen from far and wide. The Baldwin County communities of Orange Beach and Gulf Shores have many locals who run charter boats out into the Gulf for a truly memorable angling experience.

Before leaving shore, stock up on essentials such as rain gear, sunscreen, windbreakers, gloves and first aid materials. Gulf weather can change quickly and the wise traveler is ready for all kinds of inclement weather.

Angling for sharks often requires some special methods. Chumming, a process where the water is baited with extra pieces of cut up fish, creating a 'chum line', is frequently used to lure sharks into the area near the boat. Bait may include just about any type of saltwater fish, but some popular bait fish are bluefin tuna, mackerel and eel.

Anglers in the Gulf's coastal waters can catch a considerable variety of sharks ranging from comparatively small but feisty spinners and black tips to very large and formidable bull sharks that can exceed 500 pounds. These 'man eaters' have a reputation for being dangerous and they have been known to attack swimmers off the Alabama coast, so it is important to handle them with extreme caution when trying to land one.

Fish populations have declined modestly in recent years. Populations remain viable, but many guides and fellow anglers recommend catching and releasing the sharks you hook to preserve the area's unique and productive fishery.

Most chartered outings last around a half day, but fishing expeditions can be tailored to one's specific desires. Alabama shark fishing is popular and exciting for anglers of all ages. Read more about: Alabama Shark Fishing




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