Pensacola Fishing - Light Tackle Fun - Saltwater Academy
Capt. John Rivers
February 2, 2013
Pensacola - Saltwater Fishing Report
Saltwater Fishing Academy – 27-degree temperature difference in 24 hrs.
On Tuesday the 29th I woke up to temps around 60 degrees, then on Wednesday I woke up to temps in the lower 30's. This is the most drastic temperature change we've had all year, so far.
So how did it affect the fish? Surprisingly not too much; the fishing was very good on Thursday and Friday.
But let's back up a little before this major cold front and let you know what's been happening. The trout bite has been great the past two weeks with lots of fish in the 14-16" range, and even some over 20".
This extreme temp change will affect the bite some, but not to worry, as it won't take long for the fish to adjust. February is typically a very good month for trout, and we usually get into the big ones this time of year. Depending upon how long it stays cold will determine on whether the fish will go deep and stay deep or if they will stay in the shallows like they have been most of January.
Friday's weather looks good, as does this weekend, so if you have all your shopping done for Superbowl Sunday, take a quick trip out and tackle those trout & reds.
As a former bass fisherman from southern Indiana, I love to throw artificials at trout and reds. If you're a guy who only throws artificials, then Saltwater Fishing Academy is for you. At Saltwater Fishing Academy, we cover it all, and although my main focus is artificials, I'll even go over live baits as well. I'll go over the correct live bait presentation for specific areas during the time of year you book me. I'll show you on the map where to use these live baits to get those fish to bite.
Why hire a local guide when you have your own boat or are new to the area?
Newcomers and even those who are native to the gulf coast may be overwhelmed with all the different fishing opportunities that are available during the different seasons.
With its vast miles of coastline and very diverse fishery, Pensacola can be very intimating to a freshwater guy who has never fished saltwater before or someone who wants to get into saltwater and just needs a little confidence boost. This is where hiring a local guide will save you time, money and days scratching your head where to start or go the next time you are on the water.
Even as a professional guide, I still hire guides when I'm on vacation. I like to learn new areas and the methods for catching fish in an unfamiliar area.
I've had many people hire me on vacation that bring their own boat, but want to learn the area from a local guide, so that they can go out the next time with more confidence. I have even had clients wave at me from their boat the next day, and even give me a thumbs up, because they don't have to spin their wheels trying to figure out where to go.
I encourage you to check out my website at www.saltwateracademy.com and see what my instructional charter is all about.
I also run basic family fun charters, my main website is www.megabiteinshore.com
I'm fishing all weekend with instructional classes both in Escambia and Blackwater. I would like to say thank you to my following of readers from this website and all the others that read my reports and send me all the emails I get with the great questions and comments.
The next 4 months are great for artificials, and February especially is a great month for big trout in Escambia and Blackwater Bay. Like I said, some will be on the flats, some will be in deep water, we just have to watch the weather and tides.
So drop that remote, get off the couch, grab your tackle bag, and enjoy some February fishing.
Until my next report, here's wishing you Tight Lines.
Capt. John
www.megabiteinshore.com
www.saltwateracademy.com
850-341-9816
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