Fishing has been steady this past week with whiting, small batches of pompano and bluefish showing up in the first and second troughs. The water has been fairly clean, though there’s been a noticeable current pushing rigs around. Waves have been relatively calm compared to previous weeks.
Looking ahead, the week seems promising for wave swells, but stronger winds might discourage some fishermen. Pay attention to wind direction—it shouldn’t affect beach fishing too much until Friday evening, when larger swells are expected to hit for the weekend.
Last week, the most productive tide was the low turn, with a few hours of solid fishing action. A 3-5 oz sputnik weight was essential to keep baits steady for the fish to find. Frozen shrimp pieces, live sand fleas, and clam strips are the go-to baits for this time of year, so be sure to stock up—they’ll be your best bet for the next few months. Remember, fish can be fickle: they might love one bait one day and ignore it the next. Always be prepared! Speaking of preparation, don’t forget to pack plenty of pompano rigs. Bluefish and small sharks are out in force and can tear through your gear in no time. That’s all for this week—tight lines, everyone!
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