Fishing Resolutions for Anglers
in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
As the year comes to an end, I think about the great days on the water this summer and anxiously await warm weather and calm waters. This is also the time for resolutions, so here are my three fishing resolutions for the new year. Some resolutions I have every year, and some are new. Fishing resolutions are more fun than those relating to diet and exercise, so I recommend you write yours down. It’s fun after a season to look back at what you accomplished while having fun fishing on Alabama's Beaches.
Fishing New Year's Resolutions
Help Someone Catch Their First Fish in the Gulf
Help Someone Catch Their First Fish in the Gulf
I will freely admit that I am beyond obsessed with fishing in the Gulf, especially for marlin. If you fish with me, you are going to hear stories about catching marlin. I am not nearly as proficient at this as others that I know and respect, but I do have some serious ‘sticktoitness’ for trying to make it happen, and sometimes it does happen. It all came together for me this summer, and I was lucky enough to put two anglers on their first-ever marlin and create a story they will tell for the rest of their lives.
No More Fishing in a ‘Sucker Bet Forecast’
No More Fishing in a ‘Sucker Bet Forecast’
This one is for sure on my list every year. I spend all week getting ready to head offshore and then the forecast changes. I know, I probably should stay at the dock. I’m not talking about an unsafe forecast; I am just referring to one that is uncomfortable.
I convince myself it will lay down at some point during the day. It doesn’t – ever. Instead, I take a beating, have no fun, and tell myself I’ll never do it again. This is the year I stick to it. That in itself is probably an even bigger sucker bet. Thankfully, there are plenty of rainy-day fishing spots around the area for those of us who won't let rain stop us from casting off.
Take Someone Fishing for the First Time
Take Someone Fishing for the First Time
It doesn’t matter if it is from the end of the dock or pier, along the side of the road, on a charter, or on your own boat. If you are reading this, you can most likely remember the person who took you fishing for the first time. For me, it was my dad in a pond in Illinois, and that one trip created a passion that has helped shape my life. Be that person for someone and make that a recurring resolution.
Jim Cox
Jim Cox is an avid inshore, offshore, and big game fisherman. He has twice qualified for the prestigious IGFA Offshore Championships in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. He is the past president of the Mobile Big Game Fishing Club and the host and master of ceremonies for the Blue Marlin Grand Championship.
