Late Fall Dolphin
Capt. Steve Souther
December 1, 2017
Fort Lauderdale - Saltwater Fishing Report
While our waters cool off Fort Lauderdale, the late fall Dolphin have been gracing us with their presence. The wrecks, both deep and shallow, are also performing well. And some other stuff mixed in. Here's the rundown.
On the rip
While a "rip" is any type of quiet water on one side and current on the other, this is just one attraction that leads us to Dolphin. Any kind of flotsam, weed beds or even just a color change can hold fish.
Lately we've been finding a stringy type of sea grass holding Dolphin within just a few miles from shore. Only a few throw backs, most are in the 5-10 pound range with a few nice sized gaffers. Always a popular fish with our guests for both the fight and table fare. It is probably the most requested fish.
Closer to shore
Come toward shore just a mile or two and you are fishing back in the reef area. Kingfish, Tuna and Sailfish have been caught in this area. While they are thick, they have been biting with regularity. The kings have been small unless using live bait. That can produce some of the big ones!
On the Drift
Our drift boat, the Lois Ann, has been having great luck with small Kings. Many are throw backs because of their size but certainly a thrill to catch. Daytime drifting has also had good catches of Trigger, Mutton Snapper and some good sized Yellowtails.
The evening anchor trip has been having good catches of Mangrove, Vermillion and Yellowtail Snapper. The crowds have been light so there's been plenty of room.
No matter which type of fishing you do, you can expect some good results. And we'll be looking for those late fall Dolphin until the trend changes.
Captain Steve
Target Species:
Sailfish, Shark, Dolphin, Wahoo, Tuna, Swordfish, Marlin and more...
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