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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The St. Augustine Fishing Report
By Capt. Adam Morley Ahoy, Fishermen and Fisherwomen of St. Augustine and beyond! Time for the latest scoop from our watery escapades. Grab your fishing gear and let’s dive in. ???? Sheepshead Shenanigans: These sneaky buggers are giving us quite the runaround! We’ve got a solid sheepshead bite happening – live or frozen fiddlers and sand fleas are the VIP invitations. Rocks, docks, and bridges are the happening spots. It’s like they’ve RSVP’d to the underwater party of the year! ???? Drum Roll for Black Drum: The black drum are beating their own drum, and the rhythm is fire! They’re…
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St. Augustine Fishing Report
By Capt. Adam Morley Ahoy fellow anglers, As we navigate through the challenges brought on by the wind conditions, I’m excited to share some of the recent fishing updates trickling in from St. Augustine and the surrounding waters. Despite the obstacles, some anglers managed to secure noteworthy catches, providing us with valuable insights into the local fishing scene. Michael Wiley’s recent success in the midst of the gusty winds serves as a testament to the tenacity of the redfish. Using a Fishbites dirty boxer under a popping cork and the Fishbites butt kicker on a spinner bait, he conquered the…
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St. Augustine Fishing Report
By Capt. Adam Morley Hey folks, it’s time for the latest buzz from the St. Augustine fishing scene, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to share the latest updates with you. A big shoutout to our local contributors – Noah from the Fishbites Trading Post, The Bait Shack at the Vilano Boat Ramp, Capt. Scotty Shank with Full House Fishing Charters, Marcus Wiley, and Genung’s Fish Camp – for their invaluable intel that makes this report possible. Let’s show our appreciation for these knowledgeable folks who keep us in the loop! Here’s what’s heating up in the inshore waters this…
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