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Fishing Report for Pine Island Sound, Florida
Capt. Terry Pitz
September 10, 2000
Pine Island Sound - Saltwater Fishing Report
Redfish are starting to school in good numbers. They can be found on or near the flats and against the mangroves. Flies, artificials and bait all are working well for these beautiful strong fighters. Average size about 22" to 30" with larger ones becoming more frequent this time of year. Fish them on a low or falling tide and watch for those TAILS!!!
The Snook are starting to leave the passes and beaches. They can be found in or near the holes close to the passes. Also I've been seeing and catching quite a few against the mangroves. I've seen some over 20lbs. in the Ding Darling area. They seem to be moving into the backcountry a little early this year. Maybe it has something to do with all of the rain we've been getting.
Fish them on an out going tide will produce the best results. Hungry Snook means Bait, though throwing a well placed fly will usually be rewarded with an aerial show.
Tarpon are getting tougher to find. Check the deeper holes off or near the flats and near the mouth of the rivers. When found and conditions ideal, an experience of a lifetime awaits you. Flies, artificials and bait can hook these sought after critters, but getting them to the boat is a whole other story. These beautiful fish will range from 30lbs. to 160lbs. with the average being around 100lbs. They will test your skill and your equipment when hooked with the fly rod or light tackle.
Speckled Trout are abundant on or near the grass flats. I've been finding them in the four to six foot of water range. Early morning or late evenings producing some of the larger ones. A great top water feeder makes for some sure fun. Again flies, artificials and bait will bag a few of these hard hitting fish. A day on the flats will always take you home with some stories. It might be a Jack, Flounder, Shark, Ladyfish, Snapper or falling off the boat, but I'll bet you your going to have a Great Time!
Till the next update take care and keep those lines TIGHT!
CAPT. TERRY PITZ
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