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Time to Change Tactics in Southwest Flrida

Capt. Bill Russell
December 27, 2009
Pine Island Sound - Saltwater Fishing Report

We did not fish one day this past week and I have to say with the colder weather and the Christmas holiday it was a nice break. I don't mind fishing in the cold, actually we have some of our best days when it's cold and the north wind has blown the water out of the bay. However, it usually takes me two or three trips to adjust my clothing accordingly where I put enough layers on and don't freeze. Winter time fishing is actually kind of a break as I can sleep in a little and not get soaked throwing the castnet at sunrise. Actually fishing is generally better a little later during the warmest part of the day. I love fishing with live baitfish, but it is a nice change to fish with shrimp, cut bait and artificials when the waters cold. We just have to remember to s-l-o-o-o-w down our baits and keep them near the bottom.

I did attempt to go out on the water with the family today, loaded the wife, kids and dog in the boat and hit the water. We made it maybe a mile when everyone was complaining they were freezing and wanted to turn around (Florida folk can be real whiners when it's cold). So turn around we did and came back to the house, fortunately we live on the water so it was no big deal, boat was probably in the water a total of fifteen minutes.

I have a busy week coming up to close out the year and with the forecasted cooler temperatures hopefully we can get on some bigger sheepsheads and maybe a red or two. There are still lots of trout around as they are off limits for one more week and the pompano bite should improve. With a little luck we will have something good to report at week's end.

For Charter Information contact us at (239)283-7960 or www.fishpineisland.com

Get on the Boat and "Catch the Action" with Captain Bill Russell

Pine Island Sound Fishing Forecast:

The water is getting down into the sixties and the bait fish are heading further south so it's a good time to go with shrimp. Live or cut shrimp and shrimp imitations should work well, just remember to slow the bait down and keep it on bottom.

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As a native of Pine Island Bill has spent his entire life fishing the waters surrounding the Island and has been a professional fishing guide for fourteen years. The waters surrounding Pine Island including Pine Island Sound, Matlacha Pass, Charlotte Harbor, Sanibel, Captiva and Boca Grande are a true fishing mecca that provide a wide range of angling thrills. We customize each trip to ensure everyone on board has a great time and will return again. Come join us and "Catch The Action"

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Gulf Coast Limited Charter Co.
2637 Clyde Street
Matlacha, FL 33993
Phone: 239-283-7960
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