Extremely tough week in the backwaters and inshore creeks. Very few Trout and BlackDrum, and only several "rat" Reds to our credit. Small craft advisery wind conditions and some of the most elevated tides of the year were two huge obstacles in our way of success. As tides and winds come back to normal next week, hopefully, the October fishing scene will rebound. That's my story, and I'm sticking to it.

After a non-stop summer, I've enjoyed some much needed R and R the past couple of weeks. The MightyMako also took a break and got some pampering and TLC prior to the oncoming fall season. Looking forward to cooler weather and some great fishing escapades.

While sharks of various sizes still dominate our area waters, we have gotten a few surprises over the past couple of weeks. Between storm and rain events this month, we've managed to keep the rods bending, and the smiles continue.