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Redfish are schooling well
2009-02-15 09:50:02
Mosquito Lagoon, Florida - Saltwater Fishing Report
Backwaters
Seems as if you find the right sand area throughout the backwaters of Mosquito Lagoon with action such as larger mullet hanging in an area, reds and trout will be right along with them. My clients have been catching their share of all different size reds lasting throughout the afternoon. I've been throwing live or dead shrimp or soft plastics such as the Rip Tide swimming mullet or realistic shrimp. The fish are still very lathargic, so continue to slow down your presentation. Once you get a strike, let him eat it for several seconds before setting the hook....this has been the ticket to "hook up".
BIG...and I mean BIG spotted sea trout are everywhere but getting them to eat right now can be really frustrating. Poleing along a deeper slough the other day I must have seen well over 20 trout going in the 7-10 pound range! Stealth and patience!
- Captain Jeff
(386)478-9555
www.ReelShallowCharters.net
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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
386-478-9555
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