Big Jacks are Back

Mosquito Creek Outdoor's Indian River Indian River Lagoon Coast Fishing Report, June 24, 2010 By Captain Tom Van Horn Upcoming Classes and Seminars Saturday June 26th from 10 a. m. to noon at Mosquito Creek Outdoors, 170 S. Washington Ave. in Apopka Florida. Free seminar on "Lines Leaders and Practical Knots" instructed by Captains Chris Myers and Tom Van Horn. Come learn the knot systems that work for us, and become a more successful angler. This Week's Report Just like the tide, fishing conditions near-shore along the beach out of Port Canaveral has changed. In my last report the water was warm, the seas were flat and the fish were happy and hungry. Well, although we did manage to catch some respectable fish this week, the water temperatures are dropping from the low 80's to the mid 70's, live bait (pogies) was harder to find, and the kingfish have disappeared. In addition, the sea state has increased from the flat calm summer doldrums to a steady 3 to 4 feet which is forecasted through Saturday. There are still some good reports of tarpon and big jacks along the beach, and hopefully conditions will settle down in time for the holiday weekend. On Sunday I had the pleasure of fishing with my good friends Mike and Becky from Orlando, and although the bite was slow, the quality of the fish we caught and the gorgeous weather made the day worthwhile. Be sure to check out the June 2010 Coastal Angler Magazine Orlando in print and online for free at www.coastalanglermagazine.com. As always, if you need information or have any questions, please contact me. Good luck and good fishing, Captain Tom Van Horn www.irl-fishing.com [email protected] 407-366-8085 office 407-416-1187 on the water For all you outdoor shopping needs, visit Mosquito Creek outdoors at www.mosquitocreek.com.