Unstable weather conditions continue as fronts move through the area, which made for challenging fishing. We saw increases in the number of Permit landed, three by one angler in one outing. Our anglers also landed several larger Bonefish and several hooked Tarpon in the 40 to 50 lb class.
WHAT GUESTS WERE CATCHING
BONEFISH
Anglers landed about 200 bones for the week; most were in the 2-4 pound range, several 5-6 pounds.
PERMIT
Eight landed this week. Three by Kristen with Capt. Emir in one day.
TARPON
Ten with several going 40-50 lbs.
OTHER SPECIES
Anglers also landed some Jacks, Snapper, and Blue Runners.
GRAND SLAMS
Alex S. with Capt. Alex had a super slam.
FLIES THAT WORKED
Bonefish: Christmas Island Specials in gold, pearl and pink sizes 4 & 6, and Crazy Charlies in pink and orange.
Permit: Mantis shrimp, rag head crabs and Flexo crabs.
Tarpon: White bunnies, chartreuse and black-purple toads.
CONTACT US
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