Alex Suescun

Regional Editor at Game And Fish Magazine

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Articles

World's 10 Toughest Inshore Game Fish

3 weeks ago | saltwatersportsman.com | Alex Suescun

Everyone has their regional favorite inshore game fish, but there are some target species extraordinary enough to make most anglers’ bucket lists. Some make the cut because of their beauty. Others are valued for their fighting prowess or because they are a challenging adversary to hook up with in the first place. In no particular order, the 10 fish listed here are some of the toughest inshore game fish in the world.
The Best Tents for Family Camping this Summer

2 months ago | gameandfishmag.com | Alex Suescun

With weather conditions improving and the end of the school year within sight, now is the time to plan your next family camping adventure, the success which could very well hinge on your choice of tent. To help you pick one that will provide both the desired shelter and the room and features to keep everyone happy and comfortable, here are 10 suggestions to suit different budgets.
Five Ways to Rig Live Shrimp

Jan 2, 2025 | saltwatersportsman.com | Alex Suescun
Where & How to Catch Tarpon in Florida

Mar 7, 2024 | saltwatersportsman.com | Alex Suescun

As it happens every April when water temperatures hit the magic 75-degree mark, thousands of tarpon on both the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of the Sunshine State leave their winter hangouts up coastal rivers, deep inlets and passes to join a remarkable procession that avails anglers with amazing opportunities to tangle with what’s widely considered a big-game species in accessible inshore waters.
How to Become an Expert Saltwater Fly Angler

Nov 13, 2023 | midcurrent.com | Alex Suescun

Getting out on the water frequently to gain experience is fundamental, but there are other things you must do to improve your overall saltwater skills. Here are the most likely to shorten your learning curve and turn you into a complete and accomplished saltwater fly angler.
Fly Fishing the Sailfish Capital of the World

Sep 25, 2023 | midcurrent.com | Alex Suescun

The aerial ballet performed by a group of spinner dolphins had us all mesmerized when a warning from the bridge alerted everyone to assume battle stations. “Left rigger, left rigger!” shouted Capt. Chico Alvarenga. From his vantage point, he was the first to spot the shadow lurking behind the bait. An instant later, the dorsal of a big Pacific sailfish sliced through blue water and the mate jumped on the respective rod to work the bait that sail was tracking.
Stealthy Tactics for Skittish Saltwater Fish

Aug 22, 2023 | midcurrent.com | Alex Suescun

It was a May Saturday morning in Big Pine Key, and tarpon were our intended target. As anyone who has chased silver kings in the Florida Keys during peak season would imagine, we were not alone. Five other skiffs were keeping us company on the same oceanside flat hoping for a score. And the start of the daily jet ski hatch, which inevitably happens shortly after a nearby rental place opens at 10:30 a.m., was about an hour away from closing our window of opportunity.
10 Tips to Master Saltwater Sight Fishing

Jul 25, 2023 | midcurrent.com | Alex Suescun

Excluding unproductive water, anticipating your target’s movements, and a silent approach and presentation are all vital to consistently catch fish in shallow water. Adhering to the following golden rules will put you on the fast track to success. 1. Understand the TargetLearn your intended target species’ range and its high and low temperature tolerance limits.