This week was one of the best for offshore and nearshore fishing that we’ve seen in a while. Kings showed up in the +40 lb class — and in BIG numbers! Capt. Byrd had one in the 50s… Record numbers of fish are being caught out of the Port, with a variety of coveted species in the mix, including cobia to mahi. Live bait worked really well, with plenty of it being available in and around the Port. Fresh bunker was everywhere earlier this week, but have been trending downward over these past few days. If there’s no bunker, spinning minnows will do a fine job for you, too.
Bottom fishing, on the other hand, was not so hot. Cold water has, for the time being, shut the bottom bite down. That shouldn’t keep you from getting on the water, though. Not when there’s 20 – 40 lb kings exploding on your baits at the surface. For this awesome action, the reef is a pretty consistent bet. If you’re rolling with frozen baits, try dusters in the blue and white pattern, which should help. Go see Nick at Fish and Dive Center and he’ll get you all set on those.
Have a great week!
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