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St.Simons Island/Jekyll Island Fishing Report

2008-04-19 17:07:04
St. Simons Island, Georgia - Saltwater Fishing Report
Rivers and Sound

4/19/08

We started out the morning on high tide with a stiff SW wind.The tides were a little higher than average due to the upcoming full moon.However,we were able to find some nice clear water outside of the main river channels.The fish were scattered,but we were able to boat 15 or more.Six of the fish were in the 17-19 inch range.The fish were holding in 4-6 ft of water.

Fish Species: Speckled Trout
Bait Used: Live Shrimp
Tackle Used: Abu Garcia 802 series reel,Fireline 10lb test
Method Used:
Water Depth: 4-7 ft
Water Temperature: 68
Wind Direction: SW
Wind Speed: 10-15

About The Author: Captain Richard Latham

Company: Creekside Charters

Area Reporting: Southeast Ga.Coast St.Simons Jekyll and Sea Island

Bio: rcb@dCreekside Charters offers daily Inshore and Nearshore trips.Fishing is available for Redfish and Trout year round.Trips for seasonal species such as Tarpon,Shark,and Tripletail are also available.Capt.Richard Latham has been fishing the local waters for 26+yrs.Winning guide for the largest Trout in the 2006 Golden-Isles Redbone Red/Trout celebrity classic.

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