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OFFSHORE- Don't get a whole lot of forecasts like this in the wintertime, take advantage of it and get after it! Sailfish action has been fair, with most boats at least getting a couple of chances. Sailfish tournament season is upon us: The "Dust Em' Off" Tournament kicks things off this weekend. The sail bite has moved up and down the line a bit. But day in and day out its hard to beat the area from Juno Beach Pier to Just north of Jupiter Inlet in 150-300' of water for the sails. Live goggle eyes or bluer runners under the kite will be the best bet for the sailfish. Try to find something fishy (bait schools, current rips and edges, etc) to set up on and the sails shouldn't be far behind. Dolphin fishing slowed a bit, but still a fair number of them around. Same depth as the sails (150-300ish) will work for the dolphin; and you may find some out a little deeper as well. The same live baits are good for the dolphin. Trolling bonita strips and squid will also be a very good option for the dolphin. Decent scattering of kingfish along the 120' ledge, including a good number of large ones. Bottom fishing has been very good over the past week. Some really nice mutton snapper, along with a stray grouper, and cobia or two. Sardines and squid will remain top bait choices on the bottom.
INSHORE- Nice mixture of action inshore these days. Snook fishing has still been good, although passing cold fronts will make it a little tougher. Snook action at night around the bridges will remain good, especially on the outgoing tide. Shrimp jig, Flair Hawk, and NLBN Swimbaits all remain good lure choices for the snook. The winter time shrimp bite inshore (Sheepshead, Black Drum, Croakers, Etc) is finally starting to get going good. Look for boat docks with deep water close by to be top spots. Use a light fishfinder/slide rig or a small jighead for best action. Typically a little current will help get the bite fired up a bit. SURF/PIER- Spanish Mackerel action has been very good over the past week. The Juno Beach Pier has been very solid for the Macs, and Peck's Lake is also starting to fire off pretty good. All the usual lures (Crappie Jigs, Got-Cha Plugs, Clark Spoons) will be solid choices for the Mackerel. The best Mackerel bite tends to be early in the morning and then again late in the afternoon, but they can also be picked away at throughout the day generally. Pompano fishing also has been pretty good this week. Sandfleas remain the top bait, and also incredibly hard to come by. Clams, FishBItes, and FishGum are all also working on the pomps. Doc's Goofy Jig is the top lure choice for the pompano on the pier and in the boat. Bluefish action remains fair to good as well. As is generally the case this time of year...the sharks are here in good numbers and ready to test your tackle! NOAA MARINE WEATHER: FRIDAY...North northeast winds around 10 knots. Seas 2 to 3 feet. Period 5 seconds. Intracoastal waters a light chop. SATURDAY...East northeast winds 5 to 10 knots. Seas around 2 feet. Intracoastal waters a light chop. SUNDAY...East winds around 10 knots. Seas around 2 feet. Intracoastal waters a light chop. Slight chance of showers. Thanks For Reading, Todd Comments are closed.
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