Like the rest of the country we have had our share of cold fronts down here in southwest fl. Pleasure to tell you that weather is improving by the day. Gag grouper have come in very close to shore, a few keepers on the half days, yeah!!Big Sheephead are spawning, biting and going into the fryer, the really big ones can make thier way to the grill.

The first Cobia are showing up and will eat a shrimp on the bottom or any live bait you throw at them on the surface. The monsterous Goliath Grouper are a little lethargic but we are hooking a few of the hungry ones. Spanish mackerel, snapper and blue runners will keep the kids rods bending while we put baits out for the bigger fish. We had a very large Hammerhead Shark explode a rod with 300 lb. test line, no we didn't bring it to the boat. WE saw a gorgeous sailfish out 20 mi on a reef tearing through a pod of bait, awesome sight.... Big Redfish are prowling the reefs, big bulls, double headers.

We are now offering backwater charters with 24 ft Ranger FLats Boat and 17 Ft Grizzley skinny water boat. Reserve your day on the water now for the upcoming months, bring the family and business associates for a memory that they will talk about for years to come.

We look forward to fishing with you.

Fish Species: Gag Grouper, Sheepshead, Cobia, Black Drum
Bait Used: shrimp, pinfish, grunts
Tackle Used: spinning and open faced reels
Method Used: bottom rigs and freeline baits
Water Depth: 30-60
Water Temperature: approx 65 degrees
Wind Direction: east
Wind Speed: 5-10
Cobia of a lifetime
Cobia of a lifetime

Big Bull Reds
Big Bull Reds


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About The Author: Captain Brett Swenson

Company: Island Fever Fishing Charters

Area Reporting: Fort Myers Beach, Fl

Bio: Captain Brett Swenson has fished the Southwest Florida area for 20 years. Loves to bring out families as well as accomplished anglers. Favorite species include grouper, snapper, kingfish, goliath grouper, cobia and many others. Located at new marina on Fort Myers Beach. Boat is a 28 foot center console with twin outboards, with room for 6 guests. Captain Brett has competed in many tournaments from his area down through the Keys and Virgin Islands.

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