October 26, 2006
Inshore:
Other than a few windy days, this week has provided some great fishing weather for anglers. I was out this morning and the water was flat on the river. Lots of bait everywhere and lots of predators out chasing it for breakfast. The water is trying to clear up and should be nice in a few days. Hope you had a chance to get out fishing this week!
Fishing was good for the most part if you could brave some of the windy weather during the week. Last weekend was great weather to be out on the water. Richy Freitas (with a little help from dad) boated a nice 22" trout and 26" redfish this week. Joe Senneville got himself a 26" redfish also this week along with an 18" trout. Look for the reds to be hanging around on the flats or cruising among the mullet or jack packs around the river. We have had our luck on soft baits (shrimp tails) or twitch baits.
The trout bite has improved around the river. Most of the flats have been giving up trout, but the usual haunts like Round Island and Queen's Cove will be a great place to start. It's that time of year to break out the popping corks for trout. I got an email from Herb Solinsky about his trip down here last week fishing. They fished mostly south of Fort Pierce to Stuart and caught snook to 29" along with a variety of fish from flounder and trout to snapper, grouper and most every fish that roams the river. Sounds like they had a great week fishing!
Snook has been somewhat slower this week. Lots of shorts being caught with a few slot size reported. We boated shorts this week and missed two slot size fish on the flats. They are hard on light tackle some days.... Your best chance will be at night along the bridges, inlets and lighted docks around the river. Live bait, jigs or bomber lures will be the choice baits out there. Catch the tides as they are slowing, especially the start of the outgoing tide.
The surf will give up bluefish, snook or tarpon if you find the bait pods along the beach. Live or artificials can give you a hookup and there are some big fish following the bait. Bridges have been producing some sand perch and snapper for anglers on the catwalks. The jack packs are all over the river for some added fun to your day. It's a great time of year for fishing!!
Tip of the Week:
When is the last time you checked the safety equipment on your boat? All boats have required items to carry on board for safety. Sound devices, flares, life preservers, etc are a must to have on board. Check with your local Coast Guard for the required items on your boat. It's a good idea to check these items a couple times a year. Flares have expiration dates and probably are the most often overlooked item because of that. If they are out of date you can be cited for not having the proper equipment. It only takes a couple of minutes to check your safety equipment. Should it ever be needed, you will be ready for an emergency.
As always, remember, fishing is not just another hobby....it's an ADVENTURE!!
Good Fishing and Be Safe,
Capt Charlie Conner
www.fishtalescharter.com
email: captaincharlie@fishtalescharter.com
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