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Battle of the Badges inshore fishing tournament
2008-09-24 15:26:56
Mosquito Lagoon, Florida - Saltwater Fishing Report
North end of Mosquito Lagoon
Saturday Sept. 20th was the 2nd annual Battle of the Badges Inshore fishing tournament in New Smyrna Beach with over 350 anglers registered. Some large gator trout were brought to the boards with the biggest going 8.7 pounds. Now there's what Mosquito Lagoon is all about!! The largest red went 7.6 with a close runner up in 2nd place of 7.4 pounds. NICE slot size fish. The tourney raised over $130,000 to benefit the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches which is a very important organization to our community.
My anglers took 2nd place in lady anglers redfish division, being beat out by 1st by a couple ounces.
Most spots on a red with over 350 anglers was 9...not very many with the Hunt For Reds in October tourney coming up giving away a $25,000 boat, motor, and trailer.
Fishing will remain hot in the coming months with the mullet run and changes in temps. and that's why were know for our year round fishery.
- Captain Jeff
Fish Species: Redfish, trout
Bait Used: cut ladyfish and mullet
Method Used:
Water Depth: 2 feet
Water Temperature:
Wind Direction: east
Wind Speed: 5 - 10 knots
About The Author: Captain Jeff Dorobiala
Company: Reel Shallow Charters
Area Reporting: Mosquito Lagoon
Bio: Growing up on the east coast of Florida I started fishing at a very early age mostly on the inshore waters of the Indian River Lagoon. Now with the experience of learning every corner of the back waters and fish behavior patterns, I am a full time fishing guide on the Mosquito Lagoon. Besides writing monthly fishing reports for my website, Coastal Angler Magazine, and various other organizations, I also enjoy working with and am on the pro staff for Rip Tide Lures, High Roller Lures, Berkley, Pure Fishing, Daiichi Hooks, and Costa Del Mar Sunglasses. Capt. Jeff Dorobiala
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