Fish Tales 10/12

Inshore:

Winds and rain continued on the Treasure Coast this past week. It has been a challenge most days, but the fishing has been good when you can get out. As we continue to transition into winter patterns, remember to work your lures and baits slowly. As the water cools down, the fish will move much slower until the sun warms things up each day. Watch the weather, plan your trips carefully and enjoy the great fishing action around the Treasure Coast.

The Murphy’s were out with me on a windy, but dry morning recently. The trout bite has picked up north of Fort Pierce around Harbor Branch. DOA Deadly Combos and live bait have worked good on the trout lately. Don’t forget to use top water lures early and soft plastics later in the mornings. Look for redfish around bridges, docks and mangroves this time of year. DOA shrimp or live bait has been good for redfish. The snook bite has been good around docks, bridges and jetties, especially night fishing.

Lots of decent sized snapper are in the river now. Try around bridges and channel edges for a chance at a dinner sized snapper. Live or dead shrimp usually work best and a DOA paddle tail can get you a hit as well. The mullet run is still going strong. Look for tarpon around the inlets and along the beaches. Try deep canals for juvenile tarpon. The DOA Terror Eyz is a favorite for tarpon.

Water quality is still dirty and that will take some time to clear up with all the rain we have been receiving. Look for cleaner or moving water for your best chances at finding fish.

Remember, as always, fishing is not just another hobby……it's an ADVENTURE!

Good Fishing,
Captain Charlie Conner

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