Tarpon Fishing In The Bay To Hide From The High Winds
Capt. Dave Kostyo
December 28, 2015
Miami - Saltwater Fishing Report
The Kong Family (Johnny, Alice, Darren, and Justin) had planned to fish offshore during their vacation in Miami. As we headed out Haulover Inlet and then began working our way offshore, the sea conditions got worse and worse. We've been having a long stretch of 20 - 25 knot winds that have kicked up the seas. The decision was made to turn around. I suggested that we fish during the evening for tarpon in the Bay. The protected waters would be calm and much more pleasant. They agreed.
That evening, ten minutes after setting up at the first location, Darren was hooked up to his first tarpon. The tarpon tried to run toward an obstruction. Darren pressured the fish enough and turned it's head away. Two jumps later, the tarpon was coming toward us and it seemed like Darren had it under control. The tarpon had other plans and make a short run and jump before turning toward the boat, going under it, and jumping on the other side. We cleared the line and continued the fight. The tarpon made a dash for the obstructions again and was denied. Along side of the boat again, the tarpon made several short bursts and partial jumps before calming down enough to get its picture taken before being released.
At the next location, it was Justin's turn. We started with a ladyfish and then got the tarpon bite we were looking for. The tarpon made a short run then jumped. It immediately changed directions and came toward us. Justin reeled frantically trying to keep up with the fish. The tarpon made a jump and threw the hook. From that point on, we were invaded with several ladyfish and no further tarpon action.
If the winds are up and the sea conditions are too rough, there is always tarpon fishing in the bay in calm protected waters. It's simply a matter of being flexible and changing your plans.
Captain Dave Kostyo
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