(FT. MYERS BEACH TO CHARLOTTE HARBOR) The ‘inshore’ fishing continues to get better as spring sets in with the tides getting stronger and higher. I had the opportunity over the last number of days (before the full moon and during the full moon) to do a number of charters. Snook season is in full swing and I have had tremendous success with this species. The Redfish are here in good numbers and a variety of sizes (including a lot of ‘over-slot’ size fish). Pictures of Mr. Don Shanley from Potosi, Wisconsin and Mr. Al Rawlings of Hastings, Minnesota are each shown here with a pair of 29” Redfish. This was only two of about 40 that they caught within 2 hours. Great going guys!
Moreover, SeaTrout, Pompano, Spanish Mackerel, Crevalle Jacks, and shark are on the flats in good numbers and are very active. They are attacking shrimp, pilchards, live or cut Pinfish and Lady Fish, as well as a variety of artificial baits. They are feeding off of the ‘bottom’ as well as under corks. I am attaching a picture of 7 year old Tyler Tousey with a small Crevalle Jack. This was just one of his numerous catches. Later that day, Tyler caught a 33” Black Tip Shark (all by himself) on the flats in Pine Island Sound. Tyler fought the shark like a ‘pro’. Unfortunately, I did not get a picture of it, but his father, Mr. Gerald Tousey, got it on video. Fortunately however, I got to witness this young angler in action. Nice going Tyler!
‘Offshore’, Cobia, Red Grouper, King Mackerel and some Tarpon are all about. I have seen Tarpon jumping from time to time in Pine Island Sound as well and I am now planning some Tarpon trips. It is my thought that the fishing will continue to be good next week for both ‘inshore’ and ‘offshore’. However, I suggest fishing earlier in the day with the weaker tides for best results. If you have any questions give me a call at 239-357-6829 or email me at [email protected]. Be sure and check out my websites at www.fishfacecharters.com; www.captainterryfisher.com for all updates on weekly and monthly articles and fishing reports.
