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Southern Drawl Kayak Fishing by Steve Gibson (11/17/2009)
Excellent tides producing good action in the backcountry. Tailing redfish, snook, spotted seatrout and mangrove snapper are cooperating.
Excellent tides producing good action in the backcountry. Tailing redfish, snook, spotted seatrout and mangrove snapper are cooperating.
Capt. Rick Grassett’s Fishing Report for 11/7 through 11/13/09 by Rick Grassett (11/13/2009)
Anglers fishing with me on the Snook Fin-Addict, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, caught and released trout, bluefish and pompano on jigs and flies on a couple of trips this week. We fished deep grass flats on both sides of the bay as we dodged wind from Hurricane Ida, which was passing us by in the gulf.
Anglers fishing with me on the Snook Fin-Addict, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, caught and released trout, bluefish and pompano on jigs and flies on a couple of trips this week. We fished deep grass flats on both sides of the bay as we dodged wind from Hurricane Ida, which was passing us by in the gulf.
Weather Cool Fishing Hot by Terry Frankford (11/09/2009)
Weather has cooled down the water just a little, this brings several winter species to our area.
Weather has cooled down the water just a little, this brings several winter species to our area.
Action Hot Inshore and Offshore in Sarasota by Rick Grassett (11/06/2009)
Anglers fishing with me on the Snook Fin-Addict, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had great action with little tunny, Spanish mackerel, jacks, trout, bluefish and pompano during the past couple of weeks. The best action was in the coastal gulf with little tunny, Spanish mackerel and jacks on flies.
Anglers fishing with me on the Snook Fin-Addict, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had great action with little tunny, Spanish mackerel, jacks, trout, bluefish and pompano during the past couple of weeks. The best action was in the coastal gulf with little tunny, Spanish mackerel and jacks on flies.
Sarasota Bay Fishing Report by Terry Frankford (10/27/2009)
Fishing has been great is Sarasota Bay - with the water cooling down a little action has picked up.
Fishing has been great is Sarasota Bay - with the water cooling down a little action has picked up.
Spanish Mackeral Offered Best Action off Sarasota and Boca Grande by Rick Grassett (10/25/2009)
Hey! Hey! Hey! Fat Albert! Anglers fishing with me recently on the Snook Fin-Addict, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, caught and released snook, trout, reds, Spanish mackerel and little tunny. The best action was with Spanish mackerel and little tunny in the coastal gulf off Sarasota and Boca Grande.
Hey! Hey! Hey! Fat Albert! Anglers fishing with me recently on the Snook Fin-Addict, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, caught and released snook, trout, reds, Spanish mackerel and little tunny. The best action was with Spanish mackerel and little tunny in the coastal gulf off Sarasota and Boca Grande.
Slams common by Steve Gibson (10/21/2009)
Redfish, snook and spotted seatrout are chewing pretty good on the incoming tide.
Redfish, snook and spotted seatrout are chewing pretty good on the incoming tide.
Sarasota Florida Report by Bob Smith (10/20/2009)
Finally some cooler weather is coming our way! As we see the Gulf water temperature drop, we should see the fishing improve. When the water temperature is in the low seventies, I think that is the best for all around fishing.
Finally some cooler weather is coming our way! As we see the Gulf water temperature drop, we should see the fishing improve. When the water temperature is in the low seventies, I think that is the best for all around fishing.
Fall Fishing in Full Swing - Upper Keys Bonefish bite is red hot by D.C. Bienvenue (10/12/2009)
In the Sarasota and Tampa Bay areas clients of Sun Coast Kayak Sport Fishing are experiencing an outstanding bite for Snook, Redfish, Sea Trout, and plenty of hungry Snappers - while in the Upper Keys clients are also getting into some red hot sight fishing for Bonefish, Barracuda, Permit, and Sharks...
In the Sarasota and Tampa Bay areas clients of Sun Coast Kayak Sport Fishing are experiencing an outstanding bite for Snook, Redfish, Sea Trout, and plenty of hungry Snappers - while in the Upper Keys clients are also getting into some red hot sight fishing for Bonefish, Barracuda, Permit, and Sharks...
Sarasota Fishing Report for 9/23 through 10/9/2009 by Rick Grassett (10/09/2009)
Anglers fishing with me on the Snook fin-Addict, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, caught and released Spanish mackerel and trout on a couple of trips recently. The best action was with Spanish mackerel in the coastal gulf.
Anglers fishing with me on the Snook fin-Addict, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, caught and released Spanish mackerel and trout on a couple of trips recently. The best action was with Spanish mackerel in the coastal gulf.
Snook, Reds, and Trout by Terry Frankford (9/30/2009)
Using live bait is catching snook and redfish on light tackle is a blast for anglers aboard the Reelin & Chillin.
Using live bait is catching snook and redfish on light tackle is a blast for anglers aboard the Reelin & Chillin.
Quality fish providing bulk of fun by Steve Gibson (9/30/2009)
Fishing has been good, but is expected to improve greatly as the weather and water cool. Fly fishing is resulting in up to 100 fish per day.
Fishing has been good, but is expected to improve greatly as the weather and water cool. Fly fishing is resulting in up to 100 fish per day.
Slams are suddenly consistent by Steve Gibson (9/30/2009)
Fish are in the shallows on incoming tide and hitting a variety of lures and flies.
Fish are in the shallows on incoming tide and hitting a variety of lures and flies.
Capt. Rick Grassett’s Fishing Report for 9/14 through 9/22/2009 by Rick Grassett (9/22/2009)
Anglers fishing with me on the Snook Fin-Addict, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had action with a variety of species during the past 10 days. Fly anglers caught and released snook, trout, bluefish, little tunny (false albacore), Spanish mackerel, jacks and ladyfish. Spin anglers also got in on the action catching and releasing snook.
Anglers fishing with me on the Snook Fin-Addict, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had action with a variety of species during the past 10 days. Fly anglers caught and released snook, trout, bluefish, little tunny (false albacore), Spanish mackerel, jacks and ladyfish. Spin anglers also got in on the action catching and releasing snook.
Heavy rains hit area but good fishing is still available! by D.C. Bienvenue (9/19/2009)
Heavy rains hit the area last week not only flooding many areas but also lowering salinity and water clarity. Despite the rain though good fishing is still available if you are patient and know where to look.
Heavy rains hit the area last week not only flooding many areas but also lowering salinity and water clarity. Despite the rain though good fishing is still available if you are patient and know where to look.
Sarasota Fishing Report For 9/4/ through 9/13 by Rick Grassett (9/13/2009)
Anglers fishing with me recently on the Snook Fin-Addict, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, caught and released trout, snook, bluefish, Spanish mackerel, mangrove snapper, ladyfish and jacks on jigs and flies. The best action and variety continues to be on deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay. Ladyfish will begin feeding in glass minnow schools and if they stay on the surface long enough other predators will join the fray.
Anglers fishing with me recently on the Snook Fin-Addict, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, caught and released trout, snook, bluefish, Spanish mackerel, mangrove snapper, ladyfish and jacks on jigs and flies. The best action and variety continues to be on deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay. Ladyfish will begin feeding in glass minnow schools and if they stay on the surface long enough other predators will join the fray.
Sight-fishing good for snook by Steve Gibson (9/06/2009)
Beach fishing snook and other species is expected to be good through the end of the month. Big fish still cooperating.
Beach fishing snook and other species is expected to be good through the end of the month. Big fish still cooperating.
Fish Early for Tarpon & Snook in Sarasota by Rick Grassett (8/23/2009)
Anglers fishing with me on the Snook Fin-Addict, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, caught and released snook, trout, bluefish, Spanish mackerel and jumped a tarpon on several trips recently. The best action continues to be with trout on deep grass flats. We are also catching ladyfish and the occasional bluefish or Spanish mackerel on deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay.
Anglers fishing with me on the Snook Fin-Addict, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, caught and released snook, trout, bluefish, Spanish mackerel and jumped a tarpon on several trips recently. The best action continues to be with trout on deep grass flats. We are also catching ladyfish and the occasional bluefish or Spanish mackerel on deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay.
Light Tackle - Great Action by Terry Frankford (8/20/2009)
If your into sport fishing inshore, try light tackle. Active bait means more hook-ups, here is how.
If your into sport fishing inshore, try light tackle. Active bait means more hook-ups, here is how.
Snook continue to Thrill anglers while the Redfish bite heats up! by D.C. Bienvenue (8/16/2009)
Snook are still the "it" fish right now throughout south Florida, but the Redfish bite is getting hot as they school up.
Snook are still the "it" fish right now throughout south Florida, but the Redfish bite is getting hot as they school up.
Persistency rewarded with quality fish in Sarasota by Steve Gibson (8/14/2009)
Those who work hard are coming up with quaility fish.
Those who work hard are coming up with quaility fish.
Sarasota Area Kayak Fishing Is Still Hot! by D.C. Bienvenue (8/12/2009)
Redfish are starting to form big schools and roam flats. Snook are gorging themselves on the recent whitebait explosion. Big Sea Trout in the mornings and evenings. Tarpon on the bridges. Snapper everywhere. Could it get any better?
Redfish are starting to form big schools and roam flats. Snook are gorging themselves on the recent whitebait explosion. Big Sea Trout in the mornings and evenings. Tarpon on the bridges. Snapper everywhere. Could it get any better?
Capt. Rick Grassett’s Fishing Report for 7/31 through 8/12/2009 by Rick Grassett (8/12/2009)
Anglers fishing with me the past couple of weeks on the Snook Fin-Addict, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, caught reds and had a few shots at tarpon. Although I was gone on a family vacation for most of this time frame, fly anglers continue to have anywhere from a few to more than a dozen shots at tarpon in the coastal gulf off Sarasota and Manatee counties per trip. Not bad for the middle of August!
Anglers fishing with me the past couple of weeks on the Snook Fin-Addict, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, caught reds and had a few shots at tarpon. Although I was gone on a family vacation for most of this time frame, fly anglers continue to have anywhere from a few to more than a dozen shots at tarpon in the coastal gulf off Sarasota and Manatee counties per trip. Not bad for the middle of August!
Oh, That Shark Bites by Jim McWhorter (8/06/2009)
The summer, what an exciting time for catch-and-release shark fishing offshore from Sarasota... but probably not the time to decide to snorkel or dive in their feeding spots.
The summer, what an exciting time for catch-and-release shark fishing offshore from Sarasota... but probably not the time to decide to snorkel or dive in their feeding spots.
Capt. Rick Grassett’s Fishing Report for 7/18 through 7/30/2009 by Rick Grassett (7/30/2009)
Anglers fishing with me on the Snook Fin-Addict, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action with tarpon, trout and snook recently. Tarpon are still fairly plentiful and are a good option; particularly fly fishing for them in shallow water. In addition, we also caught a few bluefish and Spanish mackerel while fishing deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay.
Anglers fishing with me on the Snook Fin-Addict, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, had good action with tarpon, trout and snook recently. Tarpon are still fairly plentiful and are a good option; particularly fly fishing for them in shallow water. In addition, we also caught a few bluefish and Spanish mackerel while fishing deep grass flats of Sarasota Bay.
Sarasota Fishing Report For Sea trout on DOA Shrimp! by Bob Smith (7/29/2009)
First light Sea trout on DOA artificial shrimp!
First light Sea trout on DOA artificial shrimp!
Sarasota Area Kayak Fishing Report - July 25, 2009 by D.C. Bienvenue (7/26/2009)
Redfish are king right now in southern Tampa Bay. Snook and Sea trout also co-operating.
Redfish are king right now in southern Tampa Bay. Snook and Sea trout also co-operating.
Sarasota Area Kayak Fishing Report - July 19, 2009 by D.C. Bienvenue (7/19/2009)
Beat the heat for the hottest bite - go night fishing!
Beat the heat for the hottest bite - go night fishing!
Sarasota Tarpon Action is Hot! by Rick Grassett (7/17/2009)
Anglers fishing with me on the Snook Fin-Addict, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, continue to have good action fly fishing for tarpon. A couple of trips last weekend had more than 20 shots per day and a total of 5 fish jumped and 2 landed in 2 days of fishing. We fished shallow water off Lido and Longboat Keys with a variety of flies on intermediate sink tip fly lines.
Anglers fishing with me on the Snook Fin-Addict, out of CB’s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, continue to have good action fly fishing for tarpon. A couple of trips last weekend had more than 20 shots per day and a total of 5 fish jumped and 2 landed in 2 days of fishing. We fished shallow water off Lido and Longboat Keys with a variety of flies on intermediate sink tip fly lines.
Sarasota Area Kayak Fishing Report - July 16, 2009 by D.C. Bienvenue (7/17/2009)
Redfish dominate the night bite. Snook and over slot Sea Trout also biting well.
Redfish dominate the night bite. Snook and over slot Sea Trout also biting well.