Birthday Dinner!

Today was beautiful from the start, but wind went from 0 to 60 faster than a corvette. So, we found a two hour window in the weather (wind) and ran with it. Catching started slow, then we missed one and picked up a throwback. We fished about 20 more minutes and decided to make a move. As we reeled in, we picked up another throwback. (A few days ago, we picked up a keeper and 10 throwbacks in 30 minutes at same spot.) After a five minute ride, the wind struck! I added weight to our rigs and changed out baits. Our drifts went from .6 miles per hour to 1.8 mph. The wind didn’t gradually build, it was like light switch. The trip was 80% over, but we stayed at it. With two hours up, I decided to add some extra time and fished a spot somewhat hidden from gusty winds. We fished an extra 30 minutes and no hits. The weather guys underestimated the blow, for sure, but my crew hung in there. No doubt, my crew learned some new fishing techniques and will be more than ready for their next trip!

We left the dock at 9:00 AM for a two-hour trip. It eas 75 degrees, blue sky and 10mph SW wind. Within 5 minutes of dropping the first line, we caught a flounder, then a Kingfish, then Sand-Sharks, then a flounder…lots of fun with catching and some misses for this group of hard-working first-timers. As far as fishing trips go, this was about as good as it gets, in everyway.

We started this morning and it was 58 degrees! ? Headed out to the ocean and caught fish; came inside and caught fish. We watched several boats head out to the reefs, only to return 45 minutes later and fish inside. Water is clearing up, but it’s far from clear. So, switching up baits is important. I had a great father-son fishing team, today! It didn’t take long for either to master the catching part. I hope to see you guys back!!! —Capt. Chris ???