How Hot Is It ?
Three days this week we either tied or broke the all time record highs here in Ocala, Florida.
Temps are soaring and the fish continue to bite both in the fresh and salt water. The saltwater bite is definitely better during the early morning hours. We’ve had no problem limiting out on Sea Trout and Cobia lately, as well as plenty of now targeted species, including Grunts, Mackerel, and Sharks.
The trick is to go early, and target days when the high tide is before noon time. Most of our fishing recently has been done in about 20 feet of water, off the Levy and Citrus County coast.
Thankfully the oil spill in the Gulf has not effected the fishing in our region.
We’re all saying our prayers that the “experts” will get it under control soon. Words can’t express the DISGUST we feel over the entire situation.
‘Till next time, see you on the water!
Remember, God Loves A?Fisherman
Good Luck
Captain Nick
This Yankee Town, Florida Fishing Report is from Yankeetown Florida Fishing Guide Captain Nick
I Guess Fishing Is Good!?
Cedar Key Fishing Guide Captain John’s fishing report was to the point.
“It said here and please put these on my web site”. I guess this means fishing is good.
This Customer of Hookedup Charters Is All Smiles with this Cedar Key, Florida Cobia
Captain John Just Had To Hold it.
It is a very nice Cobia.
This is a pretty picture!
Some good size Cedar Key, Florida grouper and a fine Cobia.
Hey Big Bend Fish and Scallop Friends
First I want to tell you what I think about the Oil spill threat.
It doesn’t look like it’s going to impact our coast on it’s own. But, if a big storm or hurricane developed in the Gulf, all bets are off. Having said all that, personally, I’m hoping and praying that we are not impacted by the oil and preparing for the worst. I think that is what our State, as well our County officials are doing.
As an individual there is a lot of info to sort through. Taylor county emergency services seems to be as good as any.
Fishing the last couple of weeks has been typical summer time (warm water) patterns. Fish shallow for Trout and Reds early in the day. Deeper flats will produce Trout in the heat of day. Slow presentation and some days a GULP is what works. The bonus catch is worth the effort even when the trout bite is slow.
Flounder, Sea bass, Mackerel and a shot at a keeper Cobia make the 6-12 foot flats productive and fun because of the variety. I recommend at least a 20 lb leader to keep offs to a minimum. Steel leader will reduce your Trout strikes.
Offshore fishing has been very productive now that Red Snapper are boxable. Offshore Captains have had a good week.
We have Scallops on our flats and no oil. Requests are being submitted to open the season early. I do not have word yet. Give us call or watch the news for an announcement.
Thanks For Checking In, Pray For Our Coast If You Will.
God Bless and Good Fishing
Captain STEVE KROLL
This Steinhatchee Fishing Report is from Steinhatchee Fishing Guide Captain Steve Kroll
Courtney With a 24" Troutshe helped her POPPY, Dr. Anderson Reel In
Courtney With A Steinhatchee Red She Helped Captain Steve Reel In
A Bucket Full Of Redfish And Trout
THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY
Saturday, 5/22, we ran about 10 miles out to fish for Cobia around the outer markers of the barge canal.
While waiting for the tide to slow, we rigged up for bottom fishing just to kill a little time. Within about 45 minutes we had caught several small Grouper, a couple nice Spanish Mackerel, and almost limited out on Spotted Sea Trout.
As the tide slowed, we rigged up for the Cobia. I use pinfish on a 6/0 octopus hook with about 4 feet of 100 lb. Florocarbon Leader. It didn’t take long before we were hooked up. We landed a couple respectable fish, and saw a couple more before heading inshore for some flats fishing.
Didn’t have much luck in the flats, but we did jump a Tarpon in the 200 lb. range. To be honest, he actually jumped us. We were fishing with 15 lb. test. Chased the Silver King around for about 5 minutes until he made one last leap, and waved good-bye. It was a sight we will never forget.
Headed in about 2 p.m. with a box of Trout, a Cobia, and a memory of the “one that got away”!
Pictured below is Mr. Scott Vanbeek of Ocala with a 22 lb. Cobia.
Remember, God Loves A?Fisherman
Good Luck
Captain Nick
This?Yankee Town, Florida Fishing Report is from Yankeetown Florida Fishing Guide Captain Nick
And The One That Didn't
A Yankeetown “GIT-ER-DUN”
Let me lead off by expressing my sorrow and regret to the people of Lousiana who have been effected by the oil spill. Our prayers are with you. There’s no telling how many folks have been ruined by this man made disaster, and I fear the worst of it is yet to come.
On a brighter note, the fishing off the Citrus/Levy County Coasts has been very good lately. Four days ago on 5/20, we ran out about 30 miles and caught our limit of Gag Grouper in short order. They ranged from 10-20 lbs.. On the return trip we pulled up to one of the outer markers and hooked up two nice Cobia, virtually on the first casts.
That’s the way I like to do it, you know, “Git-er-dun”
We spotted numerous bait pod’s through-out the day, and the Spanish Mackerel everywhere.
I have several near shore trips lined up for this week, so check back with us for the Trout/Redfish forecast.
Remember, God Loves A?Fisherman
Good Luck
Captain Nick
This Yankee Town, Florida Fishing Report is from Yankeetown Florida Fishing Guide Captain Nick
