Captain’s Corner
5-23–2014
Capt. Brent Gaskill
What’s hot; Mangrove snapper fishing has turned on inside the bay. The
fish are holding on a
variety of high profile structures including rocky edges of the shipping
channel, artificial reefs, range
towers, bridge pilings and fenders, as well as rock lined sea walls.
Bait choice; Almost any small offering will draw a strike. Baits that are
too large will be ignored or
dissected bite by bite without getting the hook. Scaled sardines, pinfish,
and live shrimp are top
choices. Tiny hatchling Spanish sardines are a snapper favorite when they
can be found. Fresh cut bait
also works.
Rig right; Snapper have keen eyesight requiring the use of light leaders
and small hooks. Using
the smallest amount of lead to get to the strike zone also reduces
visibility while increasing feel to
detect the delicate bite.
- Soft Plastic Baits - December 18, 2011
- Native Watercraft Ultimate with Propel - December 18, 2011
- Native Watercraft Ultimate - December 18, 2011
