According to Bayfishing Captains Jr. & Tommy Holland, you can't throw a cast net right now for all the June Grass in the water. This is a GOOD thing (I learn something new every day) because evidently shrimp are raised in June Grass. So the mathmatical equation is Lots of June Grass equals Lots of Shrimp which results in Lots of FISH that feed on white shrimp. And, hint hint, the shrimpers are pretty happy right now.
9 year old David Aughtry caught this redfish with Capt. Chris 8/17/08Exerpt from the fishing diary of Capt. Chris Robinson - 8/20/08
I went out for 2 hours on the low tide today in my marsh boat and was very surprised to see the number of shrimp hopping in 2-6 inches of water. It was crazy. The reds were feeding like mad on them, luckily I brought my fly rod along and caught eleven that were 4-7lbs. I think having a little more rain in the area has helped the bay shrimp. Many people think the best redfishing is in October but it's already happening right now on the right tide. The next 3 months should be great.
Fishing Forecast:
During the first part of September we normally experience summertime conditions (Hot & Muggy) that continue on until the 3rd or 4th week when we finally get that first slightly cooler night, and that first marginally less humid morning. Can't wait, can you? This is normally the time during which all hell breaks loose as the fall migration of white shrimp pour in followed by all the different species of fish that eat them, thereby causing fishermen everywhere to load up into their boats or hire guides and hit the water. Want to fish inshore & catch Redfish and speckled trout? Then definitely plan to fish from now through Thanksgiving or possibly even until Christmas if we have a mild season. Feeling more like Grouper & Snapper in big water? Come on & go ASAP before the offshore captains turn in for the winter.
Capt. Tommy Robinson heads south to the Lower Keys next week to fish for Permit for the next 2 months. He has a few 3-day weekends still open if you're interested in hooking up. Fantasy Fest & Fishing - what a combination!
Got drawn for a St. Vincent Hunt? Looks like the going rate for a boat ride with a licensed captain is up to $100 per person round trip. Several of our captains are available for this service. Don't forget to bring your waders!
Local items of interest:
The Water Street Hotel is celebrating their 1 year anniversary the weekend of Sept. 5th & 6th - check them out! www.WaterStreetHotel.com Journeys of St. George Island is holding a Free Kayak Demo Day this Saturday August 30th from 10-3 at the SGI State Park Youth Camp. They are also selling off this seasons rental kayaks at great prices. To see what really swims in the Gulf of Mexico, if you are in the area be sure to stop by the Gulf Specimen Marine Laboratory in Panacea or check out their website www.gulfspecimen.org. Eco-Tours may be available soon.
Have a safe & pleasant holiday!
Kathy Robinson
Robinson Brothers Guide Service
118 Commerce St.
Apalachicola, FL 32320
850-653-8896
www.FloridaRedfish.com
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