If you like casting plugs you have to look for areas clear of floating grass, which are few and probably will remain that way through the summer. Try going weedless, Texas style, if larger Trout and Redfish are your target. Limits of large Speckled Trout (one trout per person over 20 inches) have been common.

Redfish have been more difficult the last couple weeks. They are very scattered on the grass flats. Also, I have reports of large numbers of Reds inside, meaning up in the marsh and creek and tidal holes.

If you read my reports, you know I often mention water temps and the influence on location of fish. Having said that, this year has been different, very mild winter, little rain, and currently some cool nights and mornings ( for May ). I’m just saying things have been different and changed some fish patterns.

It all just adds to the challenge of hunting fish. We do have Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, Tarpon, and yes, I have seen scallops. So come see us.

GOD BLESS, Good Fishing and Be Safe

Captain STEVE KROLL

This Steinhatchee Fishing Report is from Steinhatchee, Fishing Guide Captain Steve Kroll

Three Keeper Steinhatchee Redfish

Nice Steinhatchee Trout, The Kind You Take Home To Mama

Steinhatchee Redfish Wanting To Be Released

Limits of Speckled Trout and Redfish are common, and considering the Red limit doubling to two fish per person with a boat max of eight fish, I have wondered if I would need a bigger fish box on the boat. We have managed fine with the 80 quart engel fish box. Of course we still have a day when things are tough or it seems like the only Trout biting are 14 31/32″ or less. On the flip side I have had a couple days moving out of large Trout was the only way we would complete a limit catch for the day. This is what we refer to as a luxury problem!

Redfish are bunched up as usual this time of year. On a calm day they are pretty easy to find. With a ripple on the water they can be easily missed by a couple of boat lengths. Salt Water Assassin, Gulps, and cut bait will do the job.

We also have Spanish Mackerel, Black Sea Bass and Cobia catches being reported. The end of April and into May we should see larger, keeper size Cobia on the flats.

May is the time of year that you can catch the most different species in a day.  The record for my boat is 17 different species in one day! Another fun challenge to keep up with when you spend a lot of time on the water.

GOD BLESS, Good Fishing and Be Safe

Captain STEVE KROLL

This Steinhatchee Fishing Report is from Steinhatchee, Fishing Guide Captain Steve Kroll

A Nice Days Catch

A Good Steinhatchee Speckled Trout

A Steinhatchee Redfish, It's What You Go To Steinhatchee For

If you use a live pinfish you’ll catch larger trout, maybe not as many, but more quality.

I have heard to reports of cobia’s caught last week as well, around the markers, #7 thru #1.

Redfish have been plentifull too, the water temp is slowly dropping, and that means either inshore or offshore the fish are gonna lite up.

Till next time, tight lines and safe boating

Capt. John blouse

Hooked up charters & Cedar Key Marina II

 
This Cedar Key fishing report is from Cedar Key Marina II and Cedar Key Fishing Guide Hookedup Charters.

There are plenty of short and keeper size Gag Grouper in 35-45 ft of water and soon, Sept. 16th they will be open in Federal Waters. Which, in 50 to 70 ft there are plenty of keeper Red Grouper and Gag’s.

Amberjack’s are open again and are plenty thick around the barge and bridge wrecks.

We have also caught 3 keeper Cobia while Grouper fishing in 50 plus water, so if you go have a rod ready because the opportunity will happen fast and you don’t want to miss it. I haven’t seen any Kings lately, but I believe they’ll be back soon.

Till next time, tight lines and safe boating

Capt. John blouse

Hooked up charters & Cedar Key Marina II

 
This Cedar Key fishing report is from Cedar Key Marina and Cedar Key Fishing Guide Hookedup Charters.

Scallop season is here! A week early, thanks to the State. By all accounts the supply is very good. The Game and Fish survey done a few weeks ago said the scallop fishery was healthy. Recreational scallopers had no trouble gathering limits of the shellfish this last weekend. Clear water on the flats is making it easier as well, in both directions out of the Steinhatchee River.

So load the kids and your mask and snorkels, come on over. Bring your boat or hire a guide. There are several good Captains to take you and your group. Be careful when operating around other boats, especially when they have a diver down flag displayed.

Speckled Trout fishing is in the usual summer time pattern, shallow early and deep the rest of the day if not all day. Last month I talked about the slow presentation, which is necessary to catch the deep flat Trout.

Redfish continue to be for the most dedicated of fisherman, somedays it is a true hunting trip. Got to love the hunt!

I have included a photo of a Cobia, now we catch quite few on the flats while trout fishing, but one this size on trout tackle makes it more than a bonus fish. It was 35 pounds +.

GOD Bless and Good Fishing

Captain, STEVE KROLL

This Steinhatchee Fishing Report

is from Steinhatchee, Florida Fishing Guide Captain Steve Kroll

A Nice Late June Steinhatchee Redfish

What A Bonus Fish, A 35+ pound Cobia Caught On Light Tackle

Scallop Season Is Here, The Fishery Is Healthy & The Numbers Are Good