This past week was extremely productive, and I expect the strong bite to continue this week. Early in the week, I found larger schools of mullet, which is typically what I look for when fishing for snook. However, by Sunday, the mullet had thinned out, and I had to rely on power fishing along the mangroves to stay busy.
The snook loved the 4″ paddle tails, while the trout couldn’t resist the 5” jerk shad rigged weedless.
Looking back, the first half of the week was just as exciting. The snook bite along the mangroves and on the flats has really been heating up. I’ve observed them feeding on finger mullet and what appears to be greenbacks, so if using artificial lures, try to mimic those size baits. The 4” paddle tails and 5″ jerk shad have been doing the trick for me.
Additionally, the topwater bite has been good early in the morning for snook, trout, jacks, ladyfish, and the occasional red.
Yesterday’s sunrise trip yielded a nice snook caught just off a shallow, windblown point using a 4″ Diezel MinnowZ on a 1/8 oz jig. The 5″ jerk shad rigged weedless also produced well on the flats, catching trout.
Notably, I’m starting to see more fish in my traditional spring spots, indicating a potential shift in behavior. Keep this in mind when planning your next trip.
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