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Big Redfish to 22 lbs; Slots 26–27"

September 22, 2026 Empire 7 photos
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9-22-26 Fishing Report Had several trips the past week. Ee caught some real good redfish reaching 22lbs. Several top slots at 26 to 27 inches. Still lots of small reds eating everything thrown at em. Its getting close to fall and the trout should show up soon. I can't wait!
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Peyton Tunstall
Empire, Louisiana, United States
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