Fishing has been awesome lately. There has been plenty of Mangrove
Snapper from 2 to 4 Lbs. on the reefs and off our beaches. Catching the limit
of these tasty fish has been fairly easy. Also, Grey Snapper, Cobia,
and Spanish Mackerel have been all over these areas.
Flounder fishing has been some of the best I've seen in 15
years. We have been averaging fish from 14" to 26", and catching
from 3 to 15 of these flat fish.
Redfishing is starting to pick up as we move through September.
October will really pick up, with the Reds getting into bigger schools.
Snook season is now open. They have finished spawning, and should
be more apt to feed. They are still on the beaches, but most fish have
moved to the passes. Outgoing tide at dusk and into dark has been prime time.
Bait of choice is pinfish, pigfish, and shad.
The Tarpon are still around, but it is a challenge to get them to eat off the beaches.
Tampa Bay is producing fish from 60 to 120 Lbs.
Shark fishing is still great. If you want a shot at these bad boys, there is still plenty of time.