Mike Johnson

The summer has finally passed us and new weather patterns can be felt in the mornings. The middle of the day is still similar but not quite as harsh. The winds are beginning to switch from south-southeast to north-northeast. Fast north currents and green blue hard edges abound. With them comes an abundance of bait and game. Mahi mahi begin to haunt the reef's edge out to say 400 feet. While your frozen/thawed gas station ballyhoo rigged on wire with a gaudy skirt will draw a few bites, they will not compare to live hoos pulled in a spread. If not live fresh never frozen hoos split billed, rigged to swim on 50 # mono short shank hooks and no skirts will nab you plenty of greenies. Bigger fish will be the norm as compared to the schoolies of summer. Watch for bait showers and frigate birds working in as shallow as 60#. Kite fishing will bring plenty to the table as well, plenty of sails will fall victem to goggle eyes this month out of the kite.Call now 954 522 4773 to reserve your adventure. Ask for Capt. Mike

Fish Species: Mahi Mahi and sailfish
Bait Used: live gogs and mullet
Tackle Used: 30 #
Method Used: kites
Water Depth: 100-350
Water Temperature: 84
Wind Direction: ne
Wind Speed: 10-15

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Mike Johnson

About The Author: Captain Mike Johnson

Company: Local Knowledge

Area Reporting: Southeast Florida - Fort Lauderdale

Bio: Born and raised in Fort Lauderdale Capt. Mike Johnson has lifetime of experience on local waters. A charter fisherman since 1994, Mike obtained his captains license in 1996. He has several tournament wins under his belt in both the Bahamas and Florida's east coast. He recently purchased a 42' Hatteras, The Local Knowledge, which is in charter at the Bahia Mar Radisson Marina, located in Fort Lauderdale. Capt. Mike aims to make sure that charters not only catch fish but have a great time doing it. Nobody likes a grumpy crew!

954-471-8560
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