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Capt. Scott Goodwin

Capt. Scott Goodwin started fishing in the lakes of Kentucky where he grew up. A move to Florida, however, brought him into a whole new realm of fishing. After receiving a bachelor's degree in biology from Eckerd College, he decided that he liked catching fish more than studying them and thus began his career as a captain. Scott began working as a mate on a charter boat and worked his way up to captain. He has been fortunate to fish in some of the top locations on the globe, including Florida, Panama, Costa Rica, Mexico and the Bahamas. Scott has learned from some of the best captains in the sport and has more than 29 years experience as a professional fisherman. He openly shares his knowledge and fishing tips on BD. Scott is now the editor of BDOutdoors.
Articles: 221

Capt. Scott Goodwin Articles

PENN Bay Slay Indian River, FL
PENN Bay Slay Indian River, FL
Bay SlayFishing

BAY SLAY: Indian River, FL

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onDec 15, 2021 at 5:50 PM
  • 0 Comments
Central Florida on the East coast is renowned for its inshore saltwater fishing.  We have a variety of shallow, saltwater and brackish bays, lagoons and creeks that hold a wide variety of our most famous sportfish as well as serve as a nursery ground for …

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Fishing How-to VideosFishing LuresHow Do You Gulp!?Video

How Do You Gulp!? – Capt. Scott Goodwin

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onOct 6, 2021 at 12:31 PM
  • 0 Comments
Capt. Scott Goodwin explains his obsession with the Gulp! Mantis Shrimp soft plastic for his inshore fishing needs in the Indian River Lagoon in the Central Florida area. He uses it for redfish, snook, spotted seatrout, tarpon, black drum, and more. “The combination of the …

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Vespar
Vespar
Marine ElectronicsSeason Ready

Vesper Cortex V1 VHF – A Welcomed Upgrade

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onJul 20, 2021 at 9:51 PM
  • 0 Comments
Last year I wired a new 24′ Morgan from scratch after a long-drawn-out build process. Of course, all boat projects take longer and cost more than you plan, but in the end, I was happy with my final product. (you can follow my build thread …

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Season Ready

How To Wash Your Boat – Pro Tips

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onJul 2, 2021 at 8:31 AM
  • 0 Comments
Having the right boat cleaning supplies and a streamlined method will make boat washing as painless as it can be. Capt. Scott Goodwin shares some tips for washing your boat and keeping it like new.
Fishing GearHow To Fish

5 Steps For A Custom Handled Fillet Knife – Dexter Outdoors UR-Cut 8

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onJun 30, 2021 at 11:08 PM
  • 0 Comments
Dexter Outdoor knives already have a great SOFGRIP™ handle that fishermen love, but the orange UR-Cut is meant to be molded to your own hand for maximum fit, grip, and comfort. 
Boat MaintenanceBoating TipsSeason Ready

5 Boating Tips From Offshore Academy

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onJun 5, 2021 at 5:52 AM
  • 0 Comments
Capt. Scott Goodwin shares some handy boating tips on a wide variety of topics like docking, tying up your boat and making it last with maintenance tips. Boating Tips From OA Dock Lines Tip – How To Throw The Rope Here is a great way …

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spare parts
spare parts
Boat AccessoriesBoating Tips

Spare Boat Parts Can Save The Day

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onFeb 21, 2021 at 10:45 AM
  • 0 Comments
Capt. Scott Goodwin knows it can be frustrating to have issues out on the water, but being prepared with a variety of spare parts can help you “MacGyver it” to get through the day or help get you home.
Fishing How-to VideosFishing VideosHow To FishVideo

How To Rig Wire Leader Using A Haywire Twist

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onFeb 18, 2021 at 11:50 AM
  • 0 Comments
Capt. Scott Goodwin offers a how-to video demonstrating his version of the haywire twist followed by a barrel wrap finish.
FishingTravel

Fishing Matlacha, Florida – A Unique Hobie Experience

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onFeb 15, 2021 at 6:55 AM
  • 0 Comments
Ride along with Capt. Scott Goodwin as he explores the inshore backwaters of Southwest Florida's Matlacha catching redfish and snook from Hobie's new lines of fishing kayaks.
get in the spirit
get in the spirit
Fishing

Tis’ The Season

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onDec 24, 2020 at 5:51 AM
  • 0 Comments
Editor’sNote: I like to bring this back each year as a reminder of what season it is.   To all of us who love the outdoors, be it fishing, hunting, boating, hiking; what ever your version, we are driven by the seasons. The season may be …

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boat phone
boat phone
BoatingBoating Safety

Satellite Communication from Satmodo – Priceless for Outdoorsmen

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onDec 18, 2020 at 9:14 AM
  • 0 Comments
Satmodo Saves the Day As fishermen, hunters and avid explorers, we all enjoy being on the fringe of the busy world with all its stresses and the constant barrage of communication. That is a big part of why we like being outdoors; to escape of the world, …

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BD LifestyleFishing Clothes

AFTCO Hydronaut Waterproof Jacket & Bibs

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onDec 3, 2020 at 6:04 AM
  • 0 Comments
AFTCO's products are created by real fishermen who understand how brutal the elements can be on anglers. That's why AFTCO created the Hydronaut Heavy-Duty Jacket, and Bibs for wet, cold-weather fishing!
How To Fish

DIY Overhead Fishing Rod Holders

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onNov 11, 2020 at 5:18 AM
  • 1 Comments
As fishermen, it seems we can never have too many rods. Manufacturers make a fishing rod for just about every occasion these days. There are trolling rods, casting rods, jigging rods, spinning rods… The list goes on and on. At the end of the day, …

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Next Level

Time Travel To Catch More Fish – Using Sonar History

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onOct 31, 2020 at 5:01 AM
  • 0 Comments
I wish I could go back in time to fish some of my old spots, but I want to take an incredible feature of modern marine electronics, sonar history, with me when I do.
How To FishOn The Line

How To Cut Bait For Bottom Fishing

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onOct 24, 2020 at 6:55 AM
  • 0 Comments
Capt. Scott Goodwin offers some bottom fishing insights on how to cut bait to maximize bites and minimize spinning and tangles.
wooden fish
wooden fish
Artist Spotlight

Artist Spotlight- Doug Snider

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onOct 3, 2020 at 5:00 AM
  • 0 Comments
Check out the incredible wood fish carvings of Doug Snider, Central Florida resident and angler.
Boating Tips

Setting Up An Anchor With A Breakaway Trip

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onSep 30, 2020 at 7:10 AM
  • 0 Comments
As a charter and private boat captain, I've done lots of bottom fishing as part of our programs. Here is how I set up the anchor for a trip to offer you the chance to get it back if it hangs in the bottom.
Fishing Tackle

Plano EDGE Is Revolutionary For Tackle Storage

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onSep 17, 2020 at 7:09 AM
  • 0 Comments
In the past couple of years, Plano has continued to expand its new line of premium tackle storage options, the EDGE series of Plano storage boxes for any variety of tackle.
bait trolling
bait trolling
How To Fish

Skirt Your Ballyhoo- Trolling Tips For A Mixed Spread

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onSep 5, 2020 at 12:25 PM
  • 0 Comments
I just came home from a fishing trip to the Bahamas were we pulled a mixed spread of trolling lures and ballyhoo. Using a mixed spread is ideal when you’re targeting a range of offshore species such as dorado, wahoo and tuna, but mixing baits …

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BD Featured VideosFishing VideosVideo

Every Day Is Shark Week In The Bahamas

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onAug 13, 2020 at 7:30 AM
  • 0 Comments
You did not want to trip and fall into the water.  The competition between sharks had them fired up and even if they didn't eat you, the "test bites" would be your end.
boat work
boat work
Boat Maintenance

How To Seal Plumbing Fittings

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onJul 30, 2020 at 5:58 AM
  • 0 Comments
Taking care of a boat involves wearing many hats. Ensuring that every seal is done right helps make your boat seaworthy and safe.
Fishing LineHow To Fish

How To Untwist Mono On A Spinning Reel

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onJul 23, 2020 at 7:27 AM
  • 0 Comments
For those that are still using monofilament line for certain purposes, Capt. Scott Goodwin offers a quick fishing tip to de-twist your line after a long battle.
Fishing

15 Weird & Strange Fish Encounters

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onJul 15, 2020 at 6:21 AM
  • 0 Comments
One of the great parts of being in nature and fishing for many years is the wide array of weird and strange fish that one encounters.
How To FishOn The Line

Offshore Tactic For Inshore Fishing – Splicing Hollow Braid

  • Capt. Scott Goodwin
  • Posted onJul 14, 2020 at 6:00 AM
  • 0 Comments
I've found some instances that are unique and require "offshore-sized" tackle to pull powerful fish from heavy, barnacle-encrusted cover, and splicing your leader into hollow braid is the answer.
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