You will need an non resident license. I think 8-10 bucks for 5 days. Google Florida Sportsman, go the FORUMS and then go to the Panhandle section and ask your questions there. You will have to join but it is free. I'm in East Central Florida so Not sure about up there. I think possible species would include Pompano, Flounder, Whiting, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Red Fish, Mackeral, Blue Fish.