This week should go down in history as “Bonnethead Week,” haha. Every customer in our shop expressed that they caught a baby bonnethead this week. The past week featured milky water with an occasional pompano, keeper-size black drum, and some forearm-size whiting. It wasn’t by any means “on fire” fishing. The past week was a test of whether you had the patience to actually fish.
The warm weather was a treat this past week, but look who’s back: cold weather. It’s a blessing and a curse this week. We get blessed with mild west winds but can’t wear our shorts and tee shirts! The good old stoic saying, “It is what it is, carry on.” We can’t have good conditions all the time.
On to the fishing report; that’s why I’m here. The fishing has been sporadic all over the beaches. Mixed reports from customers this week have made it hard to convey that certain areas have been producing more than others.
In Cape Canaveral, we have seen a few keeper pompano, even some limits. Cocoa Beach has produced some giant bluefish along with whiting, black drum, and schools of small jacks.
Pompano rigs have been the “go-to,” like always; even the bonnethead sharks like them. Pink, green, and watermelon floats have shown to be the best in these dirty water conditions. The current hasn’t been too bad, so a 3-5 oz triangle lead is enough. Sand fleas, frozen shrimp pieces, and clams have been getting the fishes’ attention.
Tight lines, see you next week, and feel free to stop at the shop for a daily fish report.
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