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Central Indian River Lagoon
Capt. Ron Bielefeld
November 29, 2002
Indian River Lagoon - Saltwater Fishing Report
Capt. Ron Bielefeld's Indian River Lagoon Report - Sebastian Area
Yesterday was a beautiful day on the water. We started on the flats looking for trout and redfish. We did not find any reds, but the trout were very cooperative. In a little over 2 hours we boated 4 fish over 5 lbs. We caught 12 fish total and only one was less than 18 inches. All the fish came on top-water plugs in very shallow water of about 1 to 3 feet. The water temp was 65 degrees and the tide was falling. Even though you can’t keep trout this time of year, catching these quality fish on top-water is still some of the best fun you can have. At least I think so. In general, the trout have been hanging around the flats. Larger fish, as usual, are in the shallower water. Bait is still fairly abundant; so find an edge of a flat that boarders deep water that has bait around it and you will find trout. If you want numbers of trout, try pitching jigs in deeper water of greater than 5 ft, especially if the water temps drop any lower. If the sun is out and the water is not to rough fish the shallow grass later in the day. This water will warm the quickest and the fish will be most active in these areas.
Redfish have been using shallow water flats as well, but I have had my best action later in the day. These fish have been taking top-water plugs, spoons, and smaller jerk baits.
The flounder are still in the Inlet, but the last few trips it has been difficult to find very many keeper size 3-spots. The Southern flounder should start showing up in larger numbers. Fish the more rocky areas with bottom bouncers and live bait for the larger fish. The name of this game is patience; so do not expect to catch a bunch in a short amount of time as you often can the 3-spots. However, the southern’s tend to be fairly large so the reward is greater.
Tip-of-The-Week: When fishing for trout and reds and the water temps get into the low 60s, slow your presentation down to maximize strikes.
Until Next week, Tight-Lines to All.
Sincerely,
Capt. Ron
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