Extreme Low Tides for Sight FIshing Redfish

The redfish in Tampa Bay were schooled up and feeding well this past week. Some redfish schools has fish over the slot. Fly fishing clients had plenty of shots at fish in clear, shallow water. The fly we've been using the most is a small black toad fly. Presentation is key when fishing for these reds. The fly must be hopping away or in front of the fish. I prefer to lead a school of fish and let them overtake the fly before moving it. The fish can be spooky, but take your time with them and you will be rewarded. Fishing in the Chassahowitzka Refuge has been spectacular for sight fishing reds as well. Although the fish are spread out more because of the warm weather, there's still plenty to throw at. The low tides offer some fantastic fishing up there. We've been catching redfish on fly on every trip, when the cloud conditions are right. But on calm cloudy days, you will get some good tailing redfish action. This cold snap should get the fish grouped together. I am looking forward to the next set of low tides starting monday. Get out there and wet a line! Capt. Nick www.shallowwaterflyfishing.com {%image_id=7664%}{%image_id=7663%}{%image_id=7662%}