About Us | Reel Animals

more than fishing.

it's a lifestyle.

Reel Animals is your go-to resource for everything fishing. From in-depth species profiles and expert tips to gear insights and unforgettable stories, we’re here to inspire, educate, and connect anglers who live for it.

Captain michael anderson

Capt. Michael Anderson has been fishing and competing in tournaments on Tampa Bay and Florida waters for over 25 years. Born and raised in central Wisconsin Capt. Mike joined the U.S. Air Force in 1986 and served almost 7 years before getting out and settling in the Tampa Bay area. He has been guiding on the west coast of Florida for over 20 years and specializes in back country fishing for Tarpon, Snook, Redfish and Trout.

He is the Host of Reel Animals Saturday on AM970 WFLA radio in Tampa from 6 to 8 a.m. every Saturday morning and the Co-Host of the TA Mahoney Co. Reel Animals Radio show on AM620 WDAE in Tampa on Sunday mornings from 7 to 9 a.m. Capt. Mike has been doing fish radio for over 20 years.

Captain Mike is also the Host of the Reel Animals Fishing Show TV version which airs in 60 million households nationally in Sportsman Channel, World Fishing Network, Balley Sports Sun, and MOR-Tampa.

Captain Mike is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys sharing his fishing experience and techniques with the public and spending time on the water with his wife Beth and daughters Rachel, Georgia, son in-law Logan, and 3 grandkids.

Educate. Entertain. Connect.

We believe fishing is more than a sport — it’s a way of fife. Our mission is to provide real world knowledge, unforgettable experiences, and meaningful stories that bring the fishing community closer together.