Rick Bennett

Hi Folks,

Fishing in the heat has been pretty darn rewarding. We have had catches of several kings and a couple of mahi, plenty of red drum, and some nice spanish this week. We even saw a sailfish free jump...beautiful.

Inshore: Flounder fishing is good on the incoming tides and reds are biting well on the outgoing tides. Live bait and GULP SW are working best, fished on a carolina rig.

Near Shore: A few tarpon have been cruising around just off the beach and a few have been hooked. Shark fishing is hot for those of you who like the sport. Spanish mackerel are still providing good action on nearly a daily basis. Barracuda are hanging on the nearshore reefs and don't forget the large flounder are hanging their too.

Offshore: In the 15-25 areas, kings and mahi and an occasional sailfish have been providing plenty of action. Amberjack have been providing plenty of fun at the offshore artificial reefs and an occasional cobia can be found as well. You can jig up plenty of cigar minnows and sardines with sabiki rigs at the reefs. Fresh bait is best.

Gulfstream: There have been a few wahoo caught and some nice size yellowfin. The main bite however has been consistent mahi.

Hot weather doesn't mean the fish are not here. It means you need to plan your trip better with the right tides earlier in the morning or later in the evening. Night fishing, particularly for reds and flounder can be really exciting...and no sunscreen required!

Let's Go Fishing!!!

Captain Rick Bennett

Rod-Man Charters

910-799-6120

Fish Species: Kingfish, Dolphin, Sailfish, Red Drum
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Rick Bennett

About The Author: Captain Rick Bennett

Company: Rod-Man Charters

Area Reporting: Willmington NC

Bio: Captain Rick Bennett, owner and operator of Rod-Man Fishing Charters, takes pride in his fishing. Captain Rick provides the best equipment, including his own Rod-Man custom made fishing rods, tackle bait and ice. You need bring only the excitement, and your food and drink. A family atmosphere is maintained and children are welcome. All fishing is with light tackle so you can "fight the fish, not the tackle." Whether you are a fishing novice or seasoned angler, Captain Rick will use his extensive skills to enhance your fishing adventure. The boat is located at Wrightsville Beach, NC, at Seapath Yacht Club, a private marina and one one of the finest on the coast. You will find the experience to be first class in every way.

910-799-6120
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