George and Pasta Pantaleo, a renowned marine artist and Islamorada, Florida Keys, resident, set forth in search of mahi. Using George’s Simrad radar in Bird Mode and combining run-and-gun and trolling tactics, the duo heads off in search of fish. In addition, Pasta pulls off quite a surprise on George! The new Papa Joe’s Waterfront hosted George and team in their penthouse suites, with the MARC VI docked below. This episode showcases the finer points of scoring Florida Keys mahi, the rebirth of an iconic establishment and how a marine artist views fishing in a totally different light – artbypasta.com.

Tautog (or Blackfish), the exact nomenclature hinging on geographic region, is what George refers to as “The Cult Fish”. This rings especially true among Jersey anglers. In this episode, George teams up with the “King of Tog” himself - Captain Tom Daffin, to have a go at these tricky fish on the wrecks and rubble in Federal Waters off Cape May. This episode showcases the subtleties involved in consistently hooking, fighting and landing these fish, trophies included. The duo enjoys a stellar day of ‘toggin’, with George scoring his personal best - a 13.8-pounder! Resorts Casino Hotel Atlantic City hosts the team, complete with an amazing dinner at their Capriccio Italian Restaurant.

Sloane Endick came across George’s radar a year earlier when she entered a “Fish with George in The Florida Keys” video contest, conducted by Florida Keys Tourism. Though she didn’t win, George was intrigued by the New Jersey girl’s “rained out vacation” video. He invited her back down to prove – with television cameras running - that the Florida Keys do indeed have plenty of sunshine and hungry fish. George takes Sloane mahi fishing off the lower Florida Keys and then onto the reefs. Returning the favor, Sloane, an outstanding cook, prepares an amazing fresh catch dinner for the team. Parmer’s Resort on Little Torch hosted Sloane’s visit.

George trailers his Mako Boats 334 from South Florida to Destin, in the Florida panhandle, to day-drop for swordfish with Adam Peeples. Powered by triple Mercury V10 400hp Verado outboards, the MARC VI conquered the 70-mile run in short order. The bite was as fast as their bait reached bottom 1,500 feet below. George and Adam went five for seven on swordfish before 2:00 p.m.! This episode showcases the Emerald Coast’s world class fishery and the how-tos of catching these apex deep-water prowlers. The Island Resort hosted George and team.

When it comes to catching fish in and around Marathon in the Florida Keys few people do it better than Jimmy Gagliardini. With his MARC VI, a Mako Boats 334 powered by triple Mercury V10 400hp outboards, basing out of the Faro Blanco Marina he and Jimmy fish the local reefs and wrecks. This episode details what to look for and how to score quality fish off this fabled Florida Keys destination. George and team stayed at the Faro Blanco Resort and Yacht Club.

It wasn’t long ago when a 20-pound striped bass made headlines in Long Island Sound. Today, it takes a 30- to 40-plus pound “cow” to earn a second look. With his Mako Boats 214 powered by a Mercury Marine V8 250hp ProXS outboard at Norwalk Cove Marina, he and Max Finch set forth to challenge these trophies on top water lures. This exciting and educational episode highlights this amazing fishery along with the subtleties involved in successfully fishing top water lures. George and Max also score big cows on live baits and flutter-jigs. Marriott’s Residence Inn in Norwalk hosted George and team.

The vast number of creeks, channels, bays and sounds around Key Largo proper thrive with quality game fish, based on seasons. In this exciting episode, George brings down his Mako Boats 214 powered by a Mercury V8 250hp ProXS outboard. He and local pro Bruce Davis time the tides and spots to catch mangrove and mutton snappers, snook, jack Crevalle and yellow jacks. Bakers Cay Resort hosted George and team, highlighted a spectacularly prepared dinner of their catches.

Casa Del Golfo is a resort situated on El Salvador’s Pacific coast. George and Harry Vernon III base here to sample the lightly tapped coastal fishing. Trolling with 30lb class Penn International tackle some 50 miles offshore and along the deep ridge paralleling Central America, they battle sailfish, mahi pushing 40lbs and yellowfins. The highlight is a 300lb class blue marlin George released after a three-hour battle on 30lb class tackle, 40lb fluorocarbon leader and a 6/0 in-line circle hook! This episode showcases the exceptional sport fishing potential off El Salvador and the charming Casa Del Golfo Resort.

Basing out of Casa Del Golfo Resort, George and Harry Vernon III continue their Central American adventure. This time, they’re after roosterfish, which abound tight to islands, shorelines and rips. A rooster is on Harry’s bucket list and, after a series of humorous blunders, it seems he might fall short of his quest. Yet, it’s the proverbial “last cast” which grants him his wish! The team celebrates with an amazing seafood lunch on a remote island. Ironically, they fished off a Mako 284 powered by twin Mercury outboards.

The Marquesas, an uninhabited island group some 28 miles west of Key West in the Florida Keys, comprise a special destination for George, as this was his father’s favorite fishing spot; George has been fishing these Gulf side rock piles since age seven. In this episode, George heads back to the Marquesas with Diego Toiran and Armani Garcia, both Key West guides and lovers of the Marquesas. The trio catch groupers and snappers and the typical surprise species these waters always seem to produce. To top it off, they enjoy a fresh catch dinner aboard the MARC VI, anchored off the scenic Marquesas. The Perry Hotel & Marina hosted George and team.

George and Carey Chen head across the Atlantic to fish one of the world’s top spots for big blue marlin - The Azores! These waters don’t usually yield numerous shots at blue marlin per day, but the ones encountered will range from 500- to over 1,000-pounds. A lesser-known fact is that oversized bluefin, yellowfin and bigeye tunas abound in these waters, even during the same time! It’s world class! The beauty of the Azores is breathtaking, especially Sao Miguel, its largest island. George and Carey fish with local pro Captain Diogo Pavia off the Azores island of Horta, azoresfishingcharters.com.

Basing out of the Edgewater Lodge in Long Key, Florida Keys, George takes his Mako Boats 214 into the back country and to Sprigger Bank in pursuit of Spanish mackerel. Every November, large populations of Spanish mackerel migrate through the shallow waters of Florida Bay, foraging on shrimp. Joining George is Andy Newman, a spokesperson for both the Blue Star Fishing Guide program and the National Marine Sanctuary. Together, they demonstrate the tricks which result in fast action with quality size macs.

In this episode George, Armani Garcia and Diego Toiran are faced with a small weather window ahead of an approaching cold front. Their game plan for quick action: flutter jig a few Atlantic side wrecks and rubble concentrations off Key West, Florida Keys, and then head west for yellowtails. While yellowtailing, sporadic rain showers and increasing winds hinted that this weather window was closing rapidly. Yet, they still had one more “Ace” to play: trolling Rapala plugs in Hawks Channel; here, the team enjoyed some of the most rewarding action of the day! And, as luck would have it, the skies cleared long enough for them to anchor off Boca Grande and enjoy a freshly prepared yellow jack poke. George and team based out of The Perry Resort & Marina.