Fishing Report
August 2010
TARGET SPECIES FOR THE MONTH
With the water temps up to the mid 80's, start watching for a passing mahi-mahi or a school to greet you while bottom fishing. Grouper have been consistant between 60-160' ft of water and remember to lock down those drags. The grouper bite has been best for us in the afternoon over hard natural coral bottom and springs. The 100 foot plus springs are the target for large amberjack and a passing wahoo / tuna. Catches on the REEL NAUTI in July - August have included blackfin tuna to 16lbs.,amberjack up to 60 lbs., mahi mahi to 28lbs., american red snapper up to 18 lbs., 8-24 lbs. red and gag grouper and 8-30+ lb kingfish. Pick up the speed and pull some weighted bullet shaped lures (8-14 knots) over structure / springs or large ledges for some exciting wahoo and tuna action out to 240' + of H2O. Don't be surprised if a 50 plus pound amberjack smacks a trolled lure. For you adventurous fisherman-loosen the drags and drift live bait or fly the kites in 60'-160' of water to try a shot at a transiant pelagic or sailfish. Large kingfish and amberjacks have been crushing large bluerunners off the kite, #4 wire is a must. Florocarbon and circle hooks will catch plenty. Enjoy and stay safe...
"FISH HARD or STAY HOME"