As one of Destin’s long-standing traditions, the Blessing of the Fleet brings out locals and tourists each year for a ceremony unlike any other on the Destin Harbor. However, amidst all the uncertainty surrounding our reopening agenda, this year’s tradition will look a bit different.
On Ascension Day every year,...
By Cali Hlavac, To Do In Destin
Nestled back on Stahlman Drive near our Destin Community Center lies a small house-like building showcasing the history of fishing in our beach town, known as the Destin History and Fishing Museum. January is a great time to visit and see first hand...
By Cali Hvalac
As colder temps roll in, we are starting to notice different species of fish migrate into our Gulf waters – specifically Flounder and Sheepshead. The cooler weather means the fish will school up in one area, making them easier to catch once you track them down.
“Flounder and...
A Veteran and a Passionate Fisherman
By Cali Hvalac
For Lionel James, fishing has always been a way life. Growing up in Anchorage, Alaska, fishing was an activity he shared with his Dad, a way to spend quality time together. If they weren’t fishing together, he could often be found down...
When you’ve caught your “catch," try this recipe for the most scrumptious meal!
Blackened Redfish
1 tablespoon paprika
2 ½ teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons onion
powder
2 teaspoons garlic
powder
1 ½ teaspoon cayenne
pepper
1 teaspoon dried
oregano leaves
1 ½ cups unsalted butter,
melted
6 freshly-caught Redfish Filets, 8 to 10 ounces and
about ½-inch thick
METHOD
In a small bowl, combine the spices....
What to Expect: Anglers fish aboard boats registered in the Destin Fishing Rodeo. And you can watch for FREE, by gathering around the scale on the historic Destin Harbor docks behind AJ’s Seafood and Oyster Bar in Destin from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. daily during the entire month. You’ll get...
