Light winds and bright sunny conditions have made sight fishing easier reports Captain Keith Mixon (www.mixinworkwithplay.com). In the past week, many slot size reds have been caught throughout Mosquito Lagoon in three feet of water or less. When targeting these fish, clients have used a variety of jerk baits as well as live shrimp on light tackle. In addition, a fresh chunk of mullet or lady fish attached to a circle hook has worked well for reds and black drum along deeper drop offs near the Haulover Canal.
When fishing at night, trout have not been able to resist a variety of top water lures in areas north of the railroad trestle near Titusville, Fl. The average weight of the trout in this area has been two to three pounds. Anglers need to have stealth like approach when fishing for trout. These fish are known to have excellent eye sight can be easily spooked by noisy fishermen.
Around Port Canaveral, large jack crevalle have provided an awesome fight on light tackle near the jetties. Several of these jacks have weighed near thirty pounds. Live shrimp, jerk baits or top water lures have enticed these strong fighters to bite. For an easy release, try bending down the barbs on the hooks.