t’s sure been breezy lately and it looks like the rest of December will also be challenging. However, when the conditions are right the bite has been pretty good. In particular, the spotted sea trout bite in the sand holes of the turtle grass flats in Pine Island Sound. I typically like to work these holes on low water and push my way back to some of my favorite shorelines when the tides comes in. Here, I have been seeing more redfish this year and have even put a few to the skiff. Small flies have been key and of course it’s tough to beat a clouser. We’ll keep an eye on water quality, so far its been good away from the coast. We’ll keep you posted. The bird life has been incredible as there have been hundreds all over the flats feeding on the low tide. If you’d like to experience old Florida come with us and we’ll get you away from the crowds and all the noise.

Capt David with red fish

Winter Time red fishing in the Golden Isles

Winter time fly fishing red fish means big schools of fish, clear water and great fishing.  In the winter the water cools and as the plankton and algae die, the water clears.  On neap tides you can see 8 feet down.  So unusual for South Georgia flats fishing.  On good weather days it is possible to have shots at schools of 25-50 fish.  Sometimes more.  Fishing success is highly dependent on the weather in the Winter.  I am not heavily booked at this time of year.  Try to be flexible with the days you can get on the water so we can be on the water on the best weather days.

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