By Capt. Adam Morley The fishing scene in St. Augustine and surrounding waters is heating up as the water temperatures rise back to the mid to upper 70s after a recent cold front. Here’s the latest scoop on what’s hot in the area: Surf Fishing Buzz: Strong reports of pompano and whiting have been flooding in, likely due to the recent dip in water temperatures. The ideal setup involves float rigs, Sputnik sinkers, and a variety of bait choices such as Ghost Shrimp, live sand fleas, or fresh dead shrimp, all perfectly paired with Fishbites for added appeal. Sheepshead Success:…
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St. Augustine Fishing Report
By Capt. Adam Morley Fishing in St. Augustine and the surrounding waters has had its ups and downs, with notable insights from local experts shaping this week’s report. As we approach the waxing crescent phase with the New Moon scheduled for the 21st, the fishing community is facing both challenges and successes. Brett at Fishbites Trading Post mentioned descent pompano being caught in the surf, attributing the drop in water temperature to this development. Ghost shrimp, fresh dead shrimp, and live sand fleas paired with a piece of Fishbites in shrimp or flea scent are proving effective for anglers in…
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St. Augustine Fishing Report
By Capt. Adam Morley Greetings, fellow anglers! We’ve got another exciting fishing report lined up for you this week, with contributions from some of our local fishing experts and shops. A big shoutout to Noah from the Fishbites Trading Post, Capt. Scotty Shank from Full House Charters, The Bait Shack, Genung’s Fish Camp, and Oldest City Bait & Tackle for their valuable insights. Redfish – From big to small, redfish are on the menu for anglers everywhere. But don’t forget the regulations in place – you’re limited to one redfish per person per day, and they have to be between…
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