Pensacola's best in redfish and speckled trout at Redfish U

Capt. Eric Holstman
May 2, 2012
Pensacola - Saltwater Fishing Report

April 23-May 1. It's easy to see why Redfish University is the most popular choice for experienced anglers and anglers who demand the very best in saltwater fishing along the Gulf Coast. We're finishing up a string of trips every morning at Redfish University and heading to Belize in the morning to my home away from home to hit the bones, permit and tarpon for a few weeks. Here in Pensacola, the redfish and speckled trout are flying in the boat. Fishing with some of the most experienced bass anglers in the Southeast region so my hobby has been pretty easy. Just get these guys around some fish and let them do their thing. Topwater Bongas, Gulp! Jerkshads and Johnson Gold Spoons are the top baits and catches of 15-20 redfish in the 23-30" range and 40-60 quality speckled trout in coming extremely easy. Most fish are released and the anglers are taking just enough to eat for dinner. I'm outta here! E Holstman

Pensacola Fishing Forecast:

Excellent

Target Species:

Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder and Pompano

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