If you’ve ever spent a sweltering summer day testing your tackle in the emerald waters of Alabama’s coast, then you’ve probably heard the word “redfish”.

Nestled just three miles off the coast of the mainland is Dauphin (not “dolphin”) Island, also known as the sunset capital of Alabama.

Maybe you’ve recently gone on your first fishing charter and are absolutely hooked.

Located on the western-most tip of the Mobile Point peninsula, Fort Morgan is an ideal gateway to the lush waters and shimmering sands of Alabama’s emerald coast.

While Alabama’s borders stretch far north into the heart of America’s south, it’s along the Yellowhammer State’s 53 miles of coastline that the magic really happens.

When it comes to inshore fishing off the coast of Alabama, there are few light tackle catches more prized than the aptly named speckled trout.

Nestled just three miles south of the western edge of Mobile Bay is Dauphin Island.

We’ll admit it. For many, the thought of Alabama doesn’t exactly bring world-class fishing to mind.

So you’ve landed your first fish. Or maybe it’s your 2nd, or 3rd, or 40th. However many you bring into shore with you, to properly plate and eat your fish requires certain prepping steps beyond just getting your catch into the boat.