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Big Redfish in Port Royal Sound

Capt. Rick Percy
September 30, 2013
Beaufort - Saltwater Fishing Report

Every year in the middle of September, the big bull Redfish move up into the sound and river from the ocean. We find them at a couple of bridges, and also on the old ballast rock piles in the mouth of the sound. These fish are the big breeders that come in to spawn. We typically use a little heavier tackle, like we use to Cobia fish. Cut or live bait, either menhaden or mullet, work the best. And half a crab is also a great bait for these fish, and entices any big black drum in the area also. Had a trip last week and we put a 3o, 35, and a 60 pound Black Drum in the boat while fishing for the bulls. The bite should continue to get better during October, as the water temps continue to drop a little. The flats fishing for Redfish and Seatrout is also picking up with the cooler water temperatures.Lots of Rat Reds are starting to show now. These are the smaller Redfish that are coming out of the estuary and taking up residence on flats that will be there home for the next 3 or 4 years. Always glad to see them show up in numbers, as these will be our bread and butter fish starting next year.

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Reel Chance Charters is owned and operated by Captain Rick Percy, and located in beautiful Beaufort, SC. Fishing for Redfish, Sea Trout, Cobia, and Tarpon with light tackle is our specialty. Nearshore wrecks for Black Drum, Spanish Mackerel, and other wreck fish is available. The Reel Chance is a 22 ft Pathfinder, equipped with trolling motor, Talon, and custom T-top to make your trip productive and enjoyable. Capt Rick has been fishing these waters over twenty years. Come see for yourself!

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Reel Chance Charters
103 Stuart Town Rd
Beaufort, SC 29902
Phone: 803-535-6166
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