Fishing Report brought to you by Chris
with Skinny Water Lures.
Chris from Skinny Water Lures brings you the monthly fishing report!
This month, the topwater bite has been absolutely on fire! We’ve had a blast catching quality redfish, snook, and trout using our trusty Skinny Water peanut-shaped topwater lure. This unique one-knock style lure makes a sound that’s irresistible to these predator fish. When fishing with this lure, we’ve found that working it parallel to the bank is key to enticing those feisty snook.
But it’s not just redfish and snook we’re catching – flounder have also been biting well. To target these doormat flounder, focus on creek mouths, pinch points with moving water. They love to lie in wait for baitfish to swim by, using the current to their advantage. Look for areas with sandy or muddy bottoms and moving water, and you’ll find some flounder lurking around.
As we approached mid-month, the bite picked up significantly due to the full moon. We found that several days leading up to the full moon produced excellent bites, and once the moon was full, we shifted our focus to later in the day and at night. The fish were feeding all night long, using the moonlight to their advantage.
As we entered the second half of the month, we experienced high tides with moderate winds and afternoon showers in the Bings landing area. With these hot summer days upon us, we found that early morning and late evening were the best times to fish. Predatory fish tend to focus on these cooler periods of the day, conserving energy while feeding.
Later in the day, when the water warms up, focus on deeper holes or canals. These areas allow fish to stay cool and comfortable. And speaking of topwater action, we continue to find that making multiple casts in the same area increases our chances of getting bit.
We’re also still getting reports of juvenile tarpon being caught in the old Sea Ray canal on live mullet or large paddle tail lures. When targeting these high-flying aerobatic fish, don’t forget to use a good quality rod and reel setup – we recommend a medium-heavy rod paired with a 4000 series or larger reel, loaded with 30lb or larger braid and a 40lb or larger monofilament leader.
Finally, don’t forget that summer storms can pop up quickly without warning. Keep an eye on the weather around you and stay safe out there! Tight lines!