Craig Lahr

With the weather heating up, so is the fishing. Redfish are in big numbers. Fish from 26 to 35 inches have been the norm. They have moved onto the flats, staging on sand points and oyster bars. Scaled sardines and small pinfish have invaded the flats, which has gotten these Reds fired up.

Snook have finally started to feed. With the influx of bait, these fish are on the flats and around the docks. Live scaled sardines have produced nice fish in the 25" to 35" class.

Spanish Mackerel have started to show up. These fish are in the 2 to 4 pound range.

Kingfish have shown up on the reefs in 40 ft. of water. Look for these fish to move towards the beach in the next week or two.

Cobia have just started to move into our area off the reefs, on the beaches and in the Intracoastal waterways.

With waters at 70 degrees, Tarpon should start to show up any time now. With plenty of bait, these fish should start showing up in the bays and backwaters.

Fishing is at it's prime from now until May, so book your clearwater fishing trip soon for an unforgettable adventure.

Fish Species: Redfish, Snook, Cobia, Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel
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Craig Lahr

About The Author: Captain Craig Lahr

Company: skinnywatercharters

Area Reporting: westcenteral beachs clearwater st joseph soud

Bio: As with most diehard fisherman I started at an early age. Growing up on the Indian Rocks Pier I learned quickly that the "Oldtimers" were vast with knowledge. They took me under their wings and shared that much needed knowledge. In 1985 Hurricane Elena took away my favorite fishing pier and with it the informal educational sessions I so enjoyed. I moved to later work as a mate on a commercial fishing vessel. In my spare time I fished off piers and the flats.

Then I met an excellent local fisherman by the name of Kenny Krohl who introduced me to "Light Tackle Sport Fishing". I learned the finer points of fly fishing and light tackle. Kenny holds several IGFA World Records on a fly rod and light gear. I have made the backwater estuaries my second home.

Come experience the joys and excitement of "Skinny Water" fishing at it's best!

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