 Although we have started out the New Year with some halcyon mornings and calm evenings, the general weather conditions have remained overcast and windy. Another overshadow force this week is the full moon.
The combination of the above characteristic has made sight fishing demanding, so my best results this past week have come from soaking live blue crabs in areas known to support larger redfish and black drum. I know it’s not the most glamorous style of fishing, but in many cases the results are the difference between fishing and catching.
As a fishing guide, my first job is to evaluate the experience and skill levels of my anglers and adjust the tactics required to provide them with their best opportunity to catch fish. I do my best to meet their expectations, but sometimes you have to do whatever it takes to catch fish.
This past week, I fished in for different locations from the Mosquito Lagoon to the Banana River, with limited results with the exception of a half dozen quality fish.
Overall, it was definitely not the best week of catching, but I’m not complaining.
As always, if you need information or have any questions, please contact me.
Good luck and good fishing,
Captain Tom Van Horn |
