Returning to the water on Friday, we encountered muddy water conditions, and water temperatures that had dropped 7 degrees. All of which made catching live baits nearly impossible and slowing down the bite. This is only temporary though, and I expect things to rebound by the end of the weekend. I think the fish will be very hungry by then!
Before the weather, we were doing well with some great catches of snook. Several large fish were released on my boat along with countless fish averaging 18 to 24 inches. Live sardines are deadly this time of year, but well presented plugs and flys attract bites also.
This 23 lb. snook was released by Ken last Friday…
Redfishing remains okay, with some nice fish caught, although not in the same abundance as the snook. Most redfish we have caught have fallen into the keeper slot of 18″ – 27″ with a few larger fish in the 30″ range. One recent half day was with long-time regular client Bill along with his granddaughters Isabella and Mary Kate. The trio enjoyed a good morning catching plenty of snook along with some big jack crevalle and redfish.
Here, Bill shows an over slot redfish before release….
I have not tarpon fished during the last week. I believe the tarpon have moved into the near shore gulf waters and it has simply been too rough most days to fish for them comfortably. I hope to get back into them as soon as things settle down.
-Capt. Todd Geroy
