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frederic r robert (Fishingguycom)
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Post Number: 13
Registered: 10-2008
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Sunday, December 07, 2008 - 9:58 am: | |
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1 of the 6 biggrouper we caught with capt ron nef at poncein 75 feet fishing with pinfish for bait, |
CaptainIDS (Captainids)
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Registered: 9-2007
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Are you a Licensed Coast Guard Captain?
This is for you
http://www.captainids.com/ |
Capt. Dave Sipler's Sport Fishing (Jettywolf)
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Post Number: 37
Registered: 7-2005
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Tuesday, January 09, 2007 - 3:00 pm: | |
Capt. Dave Sipler's Sport Fishing - Jacksonville, St. Johns River/Inlet & near-coastal waters to Amelia Island Florida. Updated: 12/27/06
No Lack Of Fishing
January report
There's certainly no lack of fishing opportunities as N.E. Florida goes into the it's first winter month, January. Just a lack of fisherman sometimes. I'm certainly not some fair weather angler, because I know that on certain days it can be and all out bonanza!
I remember a trip I did a few years ago with three guys on a cold morning. It was a 1/2 day'er (which I don't really even do), and by the time we were out for 3 hours we had to of caught 100 pounds of Black Drum, Redfish, and Sheepshead. They tried their best to get out of going, the night before. Making up one heck of a bad excuse. Because the weather report changed after they reserved the trip to; very cold but sunny. And they didn't like that. I said, "Okay we can not go, but ya'll will loose your deposit." And then all of a sudden their story changed. And the boys were so happy they went, because we all had a ball!
Unfortunately, that's the way it goes sometimes. When I'm talking to you on the phone it's 68 and warm, and then two days later it's a high of 40 in the morning as we depart. Not all Fisherman were Boy/Girl Scouts, I understand that. SO PLEASE, COME PREPARED!
I know I have a saying for when it's like that, as I'm putting on a heavier jacket in front of my clients, that failed to bring one, "there's no HMO's or sick days to take in the fishing business, and I can't afford to get sick."
So let's talk FISHIN'
As of December, the big Trout move east. Actually, back in early November when we had a blast of cool temps followed by a weekend of Gale Force winds, was when I found all the monster Trout exciting the salt marsh in huge numbers.
But, as of December the creeks were void of really big Trout, and out in the main river is where I'm finding the big ones. Then, as December progressed I find large numbers of fish closer to the inlet and out in the Ocean. And this is the way it'll be till spring time.
During January, everything is at the inlet. Except for us if it's so nasty that we can't fish there. One year I had a charter that was rescheduled all the way from a summer time Tarpon trip, till we finally went in January. Schedules of the the two guys could never meet-up all summer and fall, then comes a day in January that was bitterly cold, and that's when we ended up going. And again, in just a few hours they slayed the big Reds, one after another. Just dropping live shrimp straight down on the bottom, at the inlet. Catching 12 before their hands got numb. And again, we had a lot of fun out there. Joking about who would give up first.
But, not all January winter days are so cold. Typically we get some seriously nice weather the first few weeks of the month. (although I hope we didn't spend our nickel already this year , by having the week before Christmas between the 70's & 80's.)
Look forward to lot's of Speckled Trout, Yellowmouth Trout, Redfish, Black Drum and Sheepshead this time of year. All good eating fish, with no long boat rides required to catch them. If the tide's right we're on the fish and the spot right away.
Dress properly, always count on it being colder, not warmer, and leave the "malted brewed type beverages" at home, instead bring a thermos of tea, coffee or a hot soup. Do not forget a hat, and dress with layers, just so if it gets warm you can adjust. And I hope you enjoy catching them as much as I enjoy showing you how.
The biggest "MISCONCEPTION" is that the winter months are not the time to go inshore fishing, maybe not in Minnesota, but here we fish 12 months a year. And I've had some of the most outstanding days of the entire year during January.
Check my NEWS page on my web site for updates on new things going on, and to really get the "meat and potatoes" of what's going on, visit my Daily Reports Forum at: http://captdaves.8.forumer.com/ here is where you can track each days catches, conditions, photos and editorials.
Till next tide,
Capt. Dave Sipler's Sport Fishing
www.captdaves.com
904-642-9546- (8am-8pm EST)
If you would like my fishing report emailed to you on a monthly basis email me and I'll put you on the list |
Bill Schuller (Headsandtails)
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Registered: 8-2006
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Thursday, August 10, 2006 - 1:20 am: | |
The Fishing the last few weeks of July and the beginning of August has been real good, when the conditions and tides are right. There has been good numbers of Redfish, and Black Drum, in the upper slot size, and plenty of Flounder. The Trout bite has been either early on Top water plugs, or late after noon/ eves. Lets not forget about those Big... Jacks and Blues on High Water on Fly or Spin Tackle. Its all fun, These are some recent photos from the past few weeks!
P.S THE TARPON ARE CHEWING!!!!!
Capt. Bill Schuller
Heads and Tails,
http://headsandtailsfishingcharters.com |
Capt. Dave Sipler's Sport Fishing (Jettywolf)
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Registered: 7-2005
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Thursday, July 06, 2006 - 2:22 pm: | |
Capt. Dave Sipler's Sport Fishing - Jacksonville, St. Johns River/Inlet & near-coastal waters. Updated: 7/6/06 Revised on:
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
Over the years, I have really changed my tune about many aspects of fishing here in N.E. Florida. Years and years ago I was a die hard offshore trolling and bottom fishing guy. Surrounding myself with some of the best people and learned all I could by doing.
Then as time went on I found how hard it is to make a living doing just offshore fishing charters here in the Jacksonville area, so naturally you have to be come very flexible. One day I'd be taking 4 people out 20 miles, and the next we'd be fishing in the river. I also became very flexible with my boats too. I had my 23' offshore type center console, then I bought a 17' flat bottomed skiff for shallow water fishing. Not long after I also ran a 22' bay boat for a local dealership, as a demo and also took charter customers fishing with it.
I got to the point where I referred to my 3 boats as "my 3 wives". Jumping from one to the other for different trips. Maintaining them and keeping all three 'happy' became a full-time job.......(hence the 3 wives concept).
I now use an ole saying, (but tweaked a little) to describe what I believe makes for a good and sane Fishing guide, here in N.E. Florida waters. "Jack of all trades, but master of one" is my motto.
It's hard enough in this area of Florida to keep up with what's going on in your area of expertise, let alone trying to do it all and be really good at teaching others while being successful ever day.
Folks ask me all the time, "what should I do to learn how to catch fish here?" And I immediately attempt to describe the meaning of my personal motto.
#1 - pick an area of the river, that you can access easily with frequency.
#2 - fish only that area.
#3 - fish that area during all seasons.
#4 - get to know every conceivable fishing situation; IE: tide, bait, weather, tactic, every nook and cranny.
#5 - move on to another area only when you have it mastered.
Now, this process could take 20 years. And of course you'll venture out of your target area from time to time. But when the going gets tough you'll find yourself going back to where you call home, or back to a type of fishing that you are most comfortable with.
Familiarity breeds success. And now you'll experience the same things I and many other fishing guides do.
On my web pages www.captdaves.com you'll see what I love to do, and where I do it, best.
We're still basically in a drought condition here along the upper reaches of the St. Johns River. It's time for local live shrimp, but they are sparatic. And so is any live shrimp in general.
Some very good fishing has been way up river towards the Orange Park area, near the Buchman bridge. During drought conditions this area becomes sort of the demarcation line of where the saltier ocean water finally meets the fresher water of the St. Johns. Catches of Striped Bass, Speckled Trout, Flounder and others have been good from right under the massive pilings of this over 3 mile bridge that spans the river.
Locally in the Mayport area (my home turf) the river fishing is best when we have stronger tides. I've done best on days with a 4+ foot tide, which relates to the amount of current that we will get along the river banks. But still things can be tough because of the salinity levels. I want to depart very early and be done by 1pm each day. The heat of the afternoon, is the slowest part of the day for me.
Nassau Sound has been giving up a literal grab-bag of species. And makes for a really fun day. Big Whiting and lots of them, along with Jacks, Ladyfish, Bluefish, coastal shark species, and the illusive Pompano. If ya' just want to pull on fish all day, this is the place to go.
Chum fishing near the Pogie pods has been a morning kind of trip also. This has been taking place just north of the Mayport Jetties. The pods of bait have been there in acre size schools for weeks now. Chum fishing means a lot of sharks, which are fun and strong. Ranging from 30 pounds to 100. Tarpon are there too, but of course have been illusive. They'll roll by from time to time. But I haven't heard of many hook-up's. Giant Jack Cravalles in the 20-30 pound range also frequent the massive pods of bait, these are really a crowd pleaser. Then there's the Cobia. I had a 2 yesterday one small one and a 30 pounder. And just had a friend call me just now that boxed a 30 pounder also. So the Cob's are still out there and are the big meat fish.
Speckled Trout, Redfish and Flounder can be found thru-out the summer in the river, but the fishing is much better when you reserve a day that has strong tides, so please consult with me about the tides before reserving a trip.
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To really get the "meat and potatoes" of what's going on, visit my Daily Reports Forum http://captdaves.8.forumer.com/ here is where you can track each days catches, conditions and editorials.
Till next tide,
Capt. Dave Sipler's Sport Fishing
www.captdaves.com
904-642-9546- (8am-8pm EST)
If you would like my fishing report emailed to you on a monthly basis email me and I'll put you on the list.
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Charlie Parker (Hookedupfishing)
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Registered: 6-2006
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Saturday, June 03, 2006 - 9:31 pm: | |
Black Drum
Black Drum are caught in INSHORE area in between the months of October to April.
Jack Crevelle
Tolerates a wide range of salinities; schools corner a school of baitfish at the surface and feed with commotion that can be seen at great distances; feeds mainly on small fish; peak spawning occurs NEARSHORE in St Augustine from March through September.
Flounder
INSHORE on sandy or mud bottoms, often ranging into tidal creeks; occasionally caught on NEARSHORE rocky reefs.
Ladyfish
INSHORE fish, in bays and estuaries; occasionally enters freshwater, occurring in tidal pools and canals; often forms large schools and harasses bait at the surface.
Redfish
INSHORE species until they attain roughly 30 inches (4 years), then they migrate to join the NEARSHORE population; spawning occurs from August to November in NEARSHORE waters. The fishery is all year round.
Sharks
INSHORE species, even found in surf; also common in bays and estuaries.
Snapper
Mangrove Snapper show in this INSHORE are in St Augustine between the months of July to September.
Speckled Trout
Matures during first or second year and spawns INSHORE from March through November in St. Augustine; often in association with seagrass beds; lives mainly in estuaries and moves only short distances; adults feed mainly on shrimp and small fish; prefers water temperatures between 58 and 81 degrees F.
Tarpon
Tarpon are found in this area NEARSHORE and INSHORE between the months of June to October; feeds mainly on fish and large crustaceans.
http://hookedupfishing.net |
Jenniferbflorida (Unregistered Guest)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Wednesday, August 25, 2004 - 11:19 am: | |
I need any information about what is biting and where is the best place to fish (onshore) during the first week in September in or near the Crescent Beach area. My husband and and I are planning a vacation and he is looking forward to lots of fishing. If you can let us know what bait and what fish are usually running that time of year it would be a big help. Thanks. Please email me at jenniferbflorida@yahoo.com |
T.C
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Subject: information matanzas,st. augustine area
any fishing tips and reports, or past experience on these waters for July, whats biting etc. no need to tell us where if you dont want too,I just need some advice from some of the ole'salts down there on what will be biting and what bait. I just bought a 18 foot Key West and i want too try my luck. I appreciate any correspondence and advice thanks
for the forum. |
brian
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Thursday, December 06, 2001 - 3:49 pm: | |
Subject: need info for lake walk on the water
would like fishing report for lake or a website for the lake itself thank you. |
Dennis Eldridge
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Tuesday, December 05, 2000 - 2:22 pm: | |
Subject: information on Florida lakes
We would like some information on your lakes, river and fishing camps in the Northeastern or Central parts of the state. Included could you also tell us about camp grounds, also. |
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