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Central Indian River Lagoon
Capt. Ron Bielefeld
March 5, 2001
Indian River Lagoon - Saltwater Fishing Report
WoW It's Windy!
Compared to this winter, fishing has been great. As compared to the best action I have experienced, I would rate the action as fair. Water temps have made it into the mid-70s and trout, jacks, and ladyfish have increased their feeding activity and aggression accordingly. There has been a lot bait on and around the flats and the fish are associated with these food sources. Of course just as the action starts getting consistent, mother nature drops another very strong cold front on us. 30+ mph winds and chilly temps will likely set things back in the catching department. We will have to wait and see how low the water temps will drop this coming week. If the winds stay up, fishing will be very difficult. If water temps drop drastically, expect fish activity to wane as well. Darn!
Trout have been fairly abundant around the flats. Look for the largest numbers of fish to be in three to four feet of water, but not necessarily the largest fish. Larger fish have been in shallower water when I can find them, or should I say, when they want to feed. Size has varied from day to day. One day all you can find is schoolies and the next you find good numbers of keepers willing to eat. The larger fish have been taking top-water plugs. This is not surprising. I have identified a definite pattern over the years of larger fish coming on larger top-water plugs. You will sacrifice numbers by using the larger plugs, but the fish you do get to react will be the larger fish in the area. For numbers, try a grub and jib combination, but be prepared to catch mostly small fish.
The ladyfish have been running large and fast, and have been hitting the jib combs. The jacks mostly have been small, but you can expect a few 5 to 10 pounders in the mix. Try the jigs and top-water for fast action when you locate them. Look on the deeper drop offs around the flats and islands.
Lets hope that the cold and blustery weather will not last too long. The longer it lasts the more of a negative effect it will have on the fishing. Personally, I believe we have had enough cold and windy weather to last us for several years. I will gladly trade for some warm and rainy weather. Come on rain!
Until next week
Tight-Lines to all
Sincerely,
Capt. Ron
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