Belize. The name alone conjures images of turquoise seas, swaying palms, rum drinks, and the ultimate saltwater challenge: the permit. These elusive fish are considered the ultimate prize for many fly anglers, and a crucial skill to solving the riddle of to catch them, lies in understanding the subtle dance of the tides.

While permit are present in Belize year-round, knowing when and how the tides influence their behavior can dramatically increase your chances of landing these "black-tailed devils." It's not just about high or low tide, but the movement of the water that truly matters. In fact, permit can be found and caught at all stages of the tide cycle, if the water is “rushing." And the ‘rushing’ of the water across flats and through channels is what really get permit fired up and feeding.