Ahoy, fellow anglers! Captain Adam Morley checking in with your St. Augustine fishing report. The arctic blast is behind us, and as we sail into a warmer week, I predict the fish will be chewing with the rising water temperatures. Despite the recent weather challenges and a dip in angler numbers – myself included, battling nothing but a persistent cold – the reports coming into the shop aren’t bad at all. Now, let’s dive into the top three inshore contenders this week. Black Drum are making waves, and targeting them requires a strategic approach. Look for them in the deeper…
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St. Augustine Fishing Report
By Capt. Adam Morley Captain Adam Morley here, bringing you the latest from St. Augustine’s waters. The fishing scene has been as unpredictable as the weather lately. According to reliable local reports, the sheepshead bite is on fire. I recommend rigging up with live sand fleas and frozen mussels for a successful haul. Venturing down to Flagler might just land you an unusually late Pompano bite in the surf. Keep an eye on the conditions and water temperatures – those willing to make the trip will be rewarded. Inshore, there’s an abundance of under slot redfish. However, the larger slot…
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By Capt. Adam Morley Hey fellow anglers, Capt. Adam Morley here with the latest scoop on the St. Augustine fishing scene. Now, I’ve been away in Nashville for an outdoor expo, but the word on the water is that the bite has been nothing short of fire leading up to an impending front. You know how it goes; fronts can be a bit of a mood-killer for most fish, especially in the flats and creeks. However, there’s a silver lining – sheepshead and snook seem to thrive in these unsavory conditions. Let’s talk sheepshead. These crafty critters are biting in…
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Ahoy, anglers! It’s Capt. Adam Morley here with your first fishing report of the new year from the picturesque waters of St. Augustine. And let me tell you, 2024 kicked off with a bang, bringing us some absolutely beautiful conditions on the very first day. Now, the real star of the show has been the sheepshead bite stealing the spotlight. These crafty critters are putting on a show around rocks, docks, and pilings. Fiddler crabs have been playing hard to get, but fear not, sand fleas are the go-to alternative for those looking to land these elusive fish. For the…
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