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Estero Bay Report
Capt. Jon Fetter
January 14, 2016
Estero Bay - Saltwater Fishing Report
Well the winter sheepshead bite is here in full swing and anglers should be taking advantage of this tasty table fare. They can be found around the oyster bars, mangrove islands, and dock and bridge pilings. Remember to downsize your hooks to #1 or 1/0 circle hooks and use 15 lb leader to increase your chances against these great bait stealers. Tip your hooks with just enough shrimp to cover the hooks, too much and they will just pull it off. Spotted seatrout have been holding over the grass flats in 3-5 feet of water and will take shrimp under popping corks. Find the clean water and you will find the fish. Anglers will also pick up ladyfish, jacks, and small sharks with this set-up. The redfish bite has been difficult, but your best chances are on high water around the mangrove islands and oyster bars on higher water. Cut bait or shrimp tipped jig heads will work best.
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