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Marathon, Florida Keys
Capt. Bob Brown
November 22, 2000
Marathon - Saltwater Fishing Report
*Thanksgiving Weekend Forecast*
Just a quick note to wish all you anglers out there a "Happy Thanksgiving"! I'm sure for lots of you it means some extra time to GO FISHIN!! Well the bite has been "ON" in the Marathon and middle Keys area for a variety of fish. Looks like the breezy weather we've had the past few days is starting to subside and a warming trend is in store for the weekend. Recent cool weather should really heat up the SAILFISH action! This last cold front brought unseasonable cold to all of Florida and that should push the migration of Sailfish into the area in greater numbers. Also, the King Mackerel action was great before the cool spell, and this should only reinforce the fact that it is Kingfish time of year! The action has been in the 80-200 ft range but 150-160 ft. has been the prime zone! This could fluctuate depending on currents and water clarity after a big blow like we have had, so you may have to look inside and out for the Kings. Blackfin Tuna have also been showing up along the edge of the reef and in as shallow as 80ft. of water. Mostly, the 200-600ft range has been the target zone for Blackfins. Live Bait is the key to catching Blackfin Tuna in on the reef edge, so keep that in mind if Blackfins are in your plans this weekend.
I have been talking with several guides that have been working Florida Bay for Snappers and they are saying that the past two months have been the best Snapper action they have had in many years! The fish have been hanging out over the grassy areas so finding the wrecks may not be necessary to have a fine day of Snapper fishing in the bay.
You will need lots of chum and some fresh Ballyhoo to get the best action. Also, the Spanish Mackerel run is set to explode as well so plenty of great action is in store if
Florida Bay is your target area. A few nice Cobia have also been showing up Bayside and on the wrecks further out in the Gulf.
Lots of great action will be in store for Keys anglers this weekend so get out there and enjoy it! For more info on Keys fishing in the Marathon area, check out our website. Good luck in all of your fishing adventures!
Capt. Bob Brown
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