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South Indian River, Port St Lucie & Fort Pierce
Capt. Charlie Conner
November 3, 2005
Port St. Lucie - Saltwater Fishing Report
South Indian River Fishing Report
November 3, 2005
INSHORE:
Cooler weather this week has brought some showers and winds to the
Treasure Coast. It finally cleared up some of Wednesday and should
continue to improve into the weekend. Water temps have dropped into
the 70's from the cold front and cooler night temps. Now if the
water can just have time to clear up before the next front moves
through.....
Trout fishing has really picked up in the river. Early mornings with
top water have been providing lots of trout action on the flats.
Live baits should be pigfish, pinfish or mullet. Live shrimp will
also work, but the trout have to compete with the many catfish in the
river for a tasty shrimp right now. Clint and I had forgotten that
trout season closed November 1st and will remain closed until January
1st.
Snook fishing has been improving at night along the jetties, bridges
and turning basin. The north bridge in Fort Pierce has been the most
active recently. Live baits and jigs will provide the best
opportunity at a keeper snook. The flats will be active in the early
mornings and late evenings for snook action. Try some top water as
the water smoothes out on the flats along the mangroves.
There is still a nice redfish bite on the flats. With the cooler
water temps, move around the deeper cuts of the mangroves for a
chance at a slot size redfish. Soft baits worked slowly across the
bottom will give you a good chance at one. Also there are a number
of reports of nice sized flounder around the inlet and flats. I know
Doug from Florida Fish and Hunt found himself a nice fluke hole! I
found a couple nice 24" flounder in a deep cut along the mangroves
this week. Live bait fished on the bottom along with soft baits
fished slowly will entice a flattie into biting.
Jacks and ladyfish are still patrolling the river and wreaking havoc
everywhere. Lots of fun to catch when things slow down. Just toss
about anything at them and they will rip into it. Hopefully, the
pompano will be showing up in the river soon and provide more fun on
the water.
Tip of the Week:
Keep the latest Florida Fishing Regulations handy along with a way to
measure your fish. Seasons open and close and slot sizes can be
confusing. Don't ruin your day by keeping a fish that could cost you
much more than you wish. Know size and seasons when you fish and
have fun out there on the water.
Have a safe weekend. Remember, fishing is not just another
hobby.....it's an ADVENTURE!
Good fishing and be safe,
Captain Charlie Conner
email me at: [email protected]
visit my web site at: www.fishtalescharter.com
772-344-3187 or 772-284-3852 (cell)
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