Gene was all set to start the fishing group up again before this COVID Variant. Here are a few observations Gene shared if you fish on your own or in a small group.
Snook season is currently closed, but there is a lot of other fish out there. There are flounders at the inlet, and they are running to a reasonable size this year. Of course, anything is possible at Sebastian, as seen by my catching a Lookdown fish, a first-time fish for me.
Beach fishing is wide open, and summer is the time for sheepshead, black drum, margate, and spots. All these fish are found just beyond the breakers, surprisingly close to the beach, and they love shrimp and clams, but FishBites artificial bait will get them as well.
As far as the canals and the river go, I had excellent luck not long ago with catching decent-sized mangrove snappers in the canals. These guys make delicious table fare. Frozen, peeled (uncooked) shrimp will bring lots of action. According
to the manatee movements, the muck removal in the canals starts and stops periodically, but I believe this project is nearing its end, so things should get a little cleaner in the canals soon. Get out early or the thunder boomers will get ya! Remember, when you hear thunder it’s time to get under”. Contact: Gene O. 321-773-4647 or email him at [email protected]