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Boca Grande Fishing Report
20 June 2010
Again, no oil! Great weather, beautiful water and lots of fish are making this summer one of the best we've had in years. Tarpon are the main target. The 'Poons are migrating along the beaches in good numbers and feeding a bit on the outgoing tides. Many tarpon have moved up in to Charlotte Harbour and are foraging the deeper waters for food. A few fish are still hanging in the numerous basins of the back country. Early morning often finds us fishing for smaller tarpon in Pine Island Sound. Redfish are still prowling the flats in certain areas near the passes. Snook are gaining numbers very close to the beaches where ever there is structure. Seatrout are numerous with an occasional large trout mixed with the average. Spanish mackerel are also numerous in the gulf and open areas of the harbour.
All can be taken on fly easily. Those seeking tarpon should be
sure to hone their casting skills. The cast required is a short, quick cast
that is very accurate with a 12 wt. rod. A good presentation will often result
in a solid hook-up. Diligent attention to the water is essential, but an
accomplished angler will have many great opportunities to catch these huge
fish. Tarpon are the finest fly rod fish in Florida and the most exciting to
catch. As the summer progresses, many tarpon will return from spawning off
shore. They'll be hungry. After all, what do you do after sex! We seek these
fish over the clear water sand bars along the coast. Single fish, doubles and
small strings are found in water only three or four feet deep. If you don't
panic, you'll have a ton of fun. July and August are the best months for sight
fishing the 'poons. After the fourth of July holiday there are few anglers,
light winds, a lot of sunshine and a lot of fish. Come see me then for some
outstanding fishing. Fish Hard,
Pete
Pete Greenan 941 232 2960
A FFF Master Certified Casting Instructor
941-923-6095
captpete@floridaflyfishing.com
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