With 2010 now over its time to start a new Year of fishing. As I reflect back on 2010 we really had a tough start to the year. January brought 15 days straight of freezing temps that really took a toll on our fishing. Our snook in particular really took the brunt of the 2010 freeze. It was heart breaking to say the least for the full time Tampa Bay fishing guides. But we made adjustments and targeted other species attempting to give our snook a chance to rebound.
I took a look at our 10 day forecast before I began writing this report. I am very happy to say the weather looks great for the next 10 days with temperatures in the high 60's and mid 70's. What a way to start 2011!
Some more good news is that Spotted Sea Trout season opens today. This will allow anglers a chance to take home some very tasty fish. Redfish are always on the menu and in the past month we have been putting a few slot sized fish in the boat. Flounder are still around and with our bay waters now being a bit cooler the silver trout bite is on.
We have been fishing deep in the creeks and canals and it has been common on the warmer days to catch upwards of a hundred fish on half day charters.
So why don't you start the New Year off right? Capt. Steve Betz books charters 7 days a week including holidays.
