{"id":2205,"date":"2013-01-21T09:05:04","date_gmt":"2013-01-21T14:05:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goboatingflorida.com\/?p=2205"},"modified":"2013-01-21T09:05:04","modified_gmt":"2013-01-21T14:05:04","slug":"lee-county-fishing-report-with-captain-terry-24","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/goboatingflorida.com\/?p=2205","title":{"rendered":"Lee County Fishing Report with Captain Terry"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"Winter time on the waters in SW Florida may be \u2018the right place, the right time\u2019 for anglers to realize their dream of a \u2018trophy\u2019 fish. \u2018Winter- fishing\u2019 is only more difficult because we must deal with the elements such as wind, cooler temperatures. Additionally, the lower tides discourage or prevent many from navigating through \u2018skinny\u2019 waters to get to the \u2018holding\u2019 and \u2018feeding\u2019 areas of the fish. The fish are still out there, one \u2018simply\u2019 has to locate them and then \u2018slow down\u2019 the presentation, be it artificial, live or cut baits.<\/p>\n

Winter time on SW Florida waters does not reduce the opportunities for \u2018flats\u2019 or \u2018back country\u2019 anglers. I will argue that there is more opportunity when considering the migratory patterns of Pompano, Spanish, King, Ceros Mackerels, Cobia and Grouper and other species as they relocate into shallower domains (I caught a couple of nice groupers off the backside of Chino Island a few weeks ago in about 12 ft. of water). These fish would not normally be found there during the warmer months. It is true however, that the huge Redfish have moved \u2018off-shore\u2019 (up to about 20 miles or so) but there are still plenty up to about 34 inches when you find them.<\/p>\n

Additionally, species such as big Seatrout, Flounder and Sheepshead are more accessible and provide more opportunity this time of year. The Crevalle Jacks always provide a lot of excitement and like Snook are always found in the canals. I am including a picture of a nice Crevalle Jack caught by my friend\u2019s son, Matt Volski of Cape Coral while home from college on Christmas break. Unfortunately, I did not take a picture of the 26 inch Snook caught by his friend on the same outing who was on leave from the Navy and currently stationed at Mayport in Jacksonville, Florida. As a \u2018Jar Head\u2019, I thank him for his service to our country.<\/p>\n

Recently on a beautiful \u2018winter\u2019 day, my 1st<\/sup> Mate Vicki and I took to the Sanibel Lighthouse and a little offshore to spin cast and fly fish for Spanish Mackerel. The birds showed us the way, just as they will all up and down Pine Island Sound. We could not get them released fast enough to satisfy our \u2018hunger\u2019. During the \u2018chaos\u2019, Vicki (using a spin-cast) mentioned seeing and feeling a big \u2018King Mackerel\u2019 slap her \u2018jig\u2019 with terrific force. Unfortunately a few minutes later when my guard was down, one \u2018slammed\u2019 my \u2018Clauser\u2019 fly with unexpected force. My fingers burned when trying to slow the run. I dropped my hand to slow the spool, but without gloves the burning friction forced me to try and stop the reel only to have the handle bruise my hand. I lost that battle, as I was not thinking of such a \u2018giant\u2019 taking such a small presentation (I should have known better).<\/p>\n

The coming week could provide some opportunities mentioned above. If the wind forecasts are accurate, there should be plenty of opportunity to get out there and give it a go. If you have any questions or want to book a charter, give me a call at 239-357-6829 or email me at fishfacecharters@yahoo.com<\/a>. This is Captain Terry Fisher of Fish Face Charters wishing you a great time on the water. Check out my website at www.fishfacecharters.com<\/a> for additional information.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Winter time on the waters in SW Florida may be \u2018the right place, the right time\u2019 for anglers to realize their dream of a \u2018trophy\u2019 fish. \u2018Winter- fishing\u2019 is only more difficult because we must deal with the elements such as wind, cooler temperatures. 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