Bulldog Fishin Charters inshore report

Fishing was tough for the first part of the week due to the front last weekend. Once thing calmed, the fishing really heated up. The blue fish and lady fish provided non stop rod bending action. These fish are not the best table fare, but they are a blast to catch. The trout bite slacked off a little but the red fish were on the move and actively feeding. Cut mullet and select shrimp were the hot baits for these bronze bombers, but artificials like a johnson gold spoon will catch fish. Next week will finally bring some Spring like temperatures which will heat up the water and the fishing. We also got some quality mangrove snapper and black drum on shrimp. I use small 1/4 ounce jigs or a 1/0 hook and a split shot. Target these guys in deeper holes and troughs with structure. As the Gulf waters warm migratory fish like mackerel and cobia will invade our area and trout will move to the deeper flats. For advice or to book charters call Capt. Keith at (352)238-3581. Book your trip early to get your date! Tight lines! Capt Keith Tomlinson Bulldog Fishin Charters www.bulldogfishin.com