J Lopez

Good Day Anglers. October is here and things are starting to change for the better. The weather has been cooling off somewhat and the fall migration of Bait fish is in full swing. Offshore there has been a good number of King Mackerel ranging between 5 and 15 lbs. There has also been some small Blackfin and Skipjack Tuna being caught inside 300 feet. Further offshore the Mahi-Mahi are pushing back south. These fish have gain in size and are ranging from 7 to 25 lbs. Some anglers have opted out for Sailfish but personally i think it is still to early to consistently target. We need a couple of Cold Fronts to get the bite started. The reef has been producing some good number of Yellowtail Snapper and Mutton Snapper. I had one report of 8 Mutton's caught near Triumph Reef. On the beaches and in Biscayne Bay the Mullet run is in full swing. Anglers have been catching Snook, Tarpon, and Jack Crevalle near the schools.

Tight Lines

Captain J-Lopez

Fish Species: Dolphin
Bait Used: Rigged Ballyhoo
Tackle Used: Conventional / Spinning
Method Used:
Water Depth: 350 Feet
Water Temperature: 83 Deg
Wind Direction: East
Wind Speed: 5 Kts
Mr Ramirez with Gaffer Dolphin Sept '08
Mr Ramirez with Gaffer Dolphin Sept '08

Cristina Tubella and Dad Al with her first Bass October 08
Cristina Tubella and Dad Al with her first Bass October 08


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J Lopez

About The Author: Captain J Lopez

Company: Gordy's Dusky Offshore Charters

Area Reporting: South Miami

Bio: South Miami Dade Offshore Charter. 20+ years local knowledge fishing South Miami. Target species such as Dolphin, Sailfish, Mackerel, Snapper, Grouper. Gordys Dusky is a 2005, 23 foot Open Fisherman. Boat has a 2006 Evinrude ETEC 250 Horsepower Engine. Boat is Tournament Rigged and equipped with all the latest in electronics to put you where the action is. Multiple coolers are on board and supplied with ice to keep your drinks, food, and fish cold. Plenty of dry storage is available onboard, as well as all the necessary safety gear.

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