TAMPA, Fla. — Local anglers are clearing their calendars for what is shaping up to be the largest gathering of inshore fishing enthusiasts in the state. The Salt Strong All Florida Chapters Meet Up is scheduled to take place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at the Egypt Shriners Event Center.
Doors will open at 10:00 a.m. for a four-hour intensive session focused on the tactics needed to land Florida’s “big four”: redfish, snook, trout, and tarpon.
The event is designed to move beyond basic theory, offering attendees direct access to some of the most recognizable names in the industry. Headliners include Salt Strong founders Joe and Luke Simonds, along with Captain Dave Pomerleau, known to many as “The Mad Snooker.” They will be joined by national TV host Captain Blair Wiggins and Captain Mark “Hollywood” Johnson to break down specific strategies for navigating Florida’s diverse coastal waters…