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Fishing Report for Pine Island Sound, Florida
Capt. Terry Pitz
September 5, 2000
Pine Island Sound - Saltwater Fishing Report
Most fish are in their summer pattern. Redfish are starting to school in good numbers. They can be found on or near the flats and against the mangroves. Flies, artificials and bait all are working well for these beautiful strong fighters. Average size about 22" to 30" with larger ones to be around in the fall. Fish them on a low or falling tide and watch for those TAILS!!!
The Snook have been near the beaches and passes eating large amounts of bait. Drifting the passes on a out going tide can produce a very exciting day, with some snook over 20lbs. Smaller Snook and a few larger can also be taken near the flats and against the mangroves. Hungry Snook means Bait, though throwing a well placed fly will usually be rewarded with an aerial show.
Tarpon are starting to move to their late summer areas. Holding up in the deeper holes off or near the flats. When found and conditions ideal, an experience of a lifetime awaits you. Flies, artificials and bait can hook these sought after critters, but getting them to the boat is a whole other story. These beautiful fish will range from 30lbs. to 160lbs. with the average being around 100lbs. They will test your skill and your equipment when hooked with the fly rod or light tackle.
Speckled Trout are abundant on the grass flats. Early morning or late evenings producing some of the larger ones. A great top water feeder makes for some sure fun. Again flies, artificials and bait will bag a few of these hard hitting fish. A day on the flats will always take you home with some stories. It might be a Jack, Flounder, Shark, Ladyfish, Snapper or falling off the boat, but I'll bet you your going to have a Great Time!
Till the next update take care and keep those lines TIGHT!
CAPT. TERRY PITZ
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