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Bull Reds Chew Incoming Tide — 35" Monst

September 19, 2026 Fernandina Beach 4 photos
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Redfish
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
Black Drum
Black Drum

Trip Summary

We had a slow start on an out going tide. Once the tide changed and started coming back in ,it was game on! Bull Reds were chewing it up. 7 nice fish, 3 in the slot and and monster at 35"s.
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Bart Smith
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