Everglades redfish and mackerel report
Capt. Steve Friedman
January 23, 2011
Islamorada - Saltwater Fishing Report
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FISHING REPORT 1/23/11
A cold front passed through South Florida yesterday. Fishing and the weather had been consistent up until then. Gulf was a little slow with a mackerel bite, but closer inshore they were thick. Lots of redfish around Flamingo but most in the 13-17′ range. A couple of nicer ones are in the mix, but the little guys are faster to the shrimp and jig than the larger ones.
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Tarpon were thick while the water temperatures reached up to 76 degrees in some areas. The cooler temps will push them out for a while until the water warms up again.
Looking forward to this weekend, Janaury 29th, for the annual Swamp Guides Ball tournament. A fundraiser that brings in thousands for the Don Hawley Foundation which benefits fishing guides in need. A cause near to me for sure. Need to catch bonefish, snook and redfish all in one day. Forecast is unusually pleasant. Can't wait.
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