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November Fishing by Keith Mixon (11/06/2009)
Black drum have been caught near the "No Motor Zone" in the Banana River around spoil islands and channel drop offs. Live bait (mullet and shrimp) rigged on circle hooks or artificial lures (scented jerk baits) hooked weedless have worked well for a solid hook up.
Black drum have been caught near the "No Motor Zone" in the Banana River around spoil islands and channel drop offs. Live bait (mullet and shrimp) rigged on circle hooks or artificial lures (scented jerk baits) hooked weedless have worked well for a solid hook up.
Still More Beach Tarpon! by John Kumiski (10/18/2009)
There are still tarpon along the Brevard County beaches.
There are still tarpon along the Brevard County beaches.
More beach tarpon and more! by John Kumiski (10/11/2009)
tarpon still plentiful along ATlantic beaches!
tarpon still plentiful along ATlantic beaches!
Beach Tarpon Fishing The Mullet Run by John Kumiski (10/05/2009)
Tarpon, sharks, bluefish, Spanish mackerel and more all eating during the mullet run.
Tarpon, sharks, bluefish, Spanish mackerel and more all eating during the mullet run.
Banana River Trout Fishing by Keith Mixon (9/24/2009)
At first light, several trout measuring up to twenty inches have been willing to bite both live shrimp and mullet when rigged on a circle hook. With a quiet approach, clients have caught several of these trout in three to four feet of water when fished near schools of bait.
At first light, several trout measuring up to twenty inches have been willing to bite both live shrimp and mullet when rigged on a circle hook. With a quiet approach, clients have caught several of these trout in three to four feet of water when fished near schools of bait.
Cocoa Beach, Merritt Island Fishing Report by Ron Presley (9/20/2009)
Marine injures can result in a trip to the doctor. Take all injuries seriouly.
Marine injures can result in a trip to the doctor. Take all injuries seriouly.
Banana River Reds by Keith Mixon (9/03/2009)
Large trout have been caught in the Banana River in areas along the S.R. 520 when using Storm's 3/8 ounce Rattlin' Saltwater Chug Bug (color 207). The average weight of these trout has been nearly three pounds with an occasional larger fish.
Large trout have been caught in the Banana River in areas along the S.R. 520 when using Storm's 3/8 ounce Rattlin' Saltwater Chug Bug (color 207). The average weight of these trout has been nearly three pounds with an occasional larger fish.
Banana River Fishing by Keith Mixon (8/19/2009)
Throughout the Banana River early morning fishing has paid off for sea trout. During this time of year it is not uncommon to see many anglers targeting trout before first light.
Throughout the Banana River early morning fishing has paid off for sea trout. During this time of year it is not uncommon to see many anglers targeting trout before first light.
Cocoa Beach Report by Kevin Fischer (8/14/2009)
Light tackle fishing for some of Floridas top game fish.
Light tackle fishing for some of Floridas top game fish.
Night Time Is The Right Time Fishing Banana River, Port Canaveral by Keith Mixon (8/07/2009)
With the full moon upon us, top water lures have worked exceptionally well along the flats in three feet of water or less. Large "gator" trout weighing up to five pounds have not been able to resist MirrOlures MR16 when fished with a slow retrieve.
With the full moon upon us, top water lures have worked exceptionally well along the flats in three feet of water or less. Large "gator" trout weighing up to five pounds have not been able to resist MirrOlures MR16 when fished with a slow retrieve.
Cocoa Beach Fishing by Kevin Fischer (8/06/2009)
Cocoa Beach Fishing reports for the Mosquito Lagoon and Indian River lagoon.
Cocoa Beach Fishing reports for the Mosquito Lagoon and Indian River lagoon.
Cocoa Beach, Merritt Island Report by Ron Presley (7/05/2009)
The CCA Inter-chapter Challenge Tournament for 2009 was swept by anglers using DOA lures.
The CCA Inter-chapter Challenge Tournament for 2009 was swept by anglers using DOA lures.
Cocoa Beach, Merritt Island Fishing Report by Ron Presley (6/23/2009)
Be patient when fishing with kids and be sure they catch something.
Be patient when fishing with kids and be sure they catch something.
Cocoa Beach, Merritt Island Fishing Report by Ron Presley (6/07/2009)
Came close to a slam but the snook got away. Ended the day hooking snook, trout, redfish, ladyfish, sheephead and bluefish.
Came close to a slam but the snook got away. Ended the day hooking snook, trout, redfish, ladyfish, sheephead and bluefish.
40 Foot Boat Goes up In Flames by Ron Presley (5/24/2009)
What a week. A boat disaster, some nice trout and rain out weather.
What a week. A boat disaster, some nice trout and rain out weather.
Catch Slam Of Redfish, Trout, and Snook On the Banana River by Ron Presley (5/09/2009)
It’s Still A Good Time to Catch a Slam of Redfish, Trout, and Snook on the Banana River.
It’s Still A Good Time to Catch a Slam of Redfish, Trout, and Snook on the Banana River.
Cocoa Beach, Merritt Island Fishing Report by Ron Presley (4/24/2009)
The mullet run is starting and it brings plenty of fish to the flats.
The mullet run is starting and it brings plenty of fish to the flats.
Unusal weather for the spring by Keith Mixon (4/10/2009)
Wind, rain and unusually cold temperatures have limited the access to some prime fishing spots along the flats this past week. Wind, rain and unusually cold temperatures have limited the access to some prime fishing spots along the flats this past week.
Wind, rain and unusually cold temperatures have limited the access to some prime fishing spots along the flats this past week. Wind, rain and unusually cold temperatures have limited the access to some prime fishing spots along the flats this past week.
Catching the Redfish’s Cousin by Ron Presley (4/06/2009)
Black durm and sheepshead were eager to bite on this day. Live shrimp pinned on a Rip Tide 1/4 oz. jig head was the bait of choice.
Black durm and sheepshead were eager to bite on this day. Live shrimp pinned on a Rip Tide 1/4 oz. jig head was the bait of choice.
Cocoa Beach, Merritt Island Fishing Report by Ron Presley (3/20/2009)
Winter fishing can be rough, but when you can get out there are usually some fish to be found.
Winter fishing can be rough, but when you can get out there are usually some fish to be found.
February Fishing by Keith Mixon (2/19/2009)
As cold fronts make their way through central Florida, there have only been a few days when I have been able to get out and wet a line. On these days, cold water temperatures have left fish feeling somewhat lethargic.
As cold fronts make their way through central Florida, there have only been a few days when I have been able to get out and wet a line. On these days, cold water temperatures have left fish feeling somewhat lethargic.
Braving the Elements by Keith Mixon (2/05/2009)
Cold temperatures and breezy conditions have made fishing along Florida's east coast somewhat difficult reports Captain Keith Mixon. However, these less than ideal conditions haven't kept the fish from biting.
Cold temperatures and breezy conditions have made fishing along Florida's east coast somewhat difficult reports Captain Keith Mixon. However, these less than ideal conditions haven't kept the fish from biting.
Cocoa Beach, Merritt Island Fishing Report by Ron Presley (1/29/2009)
Indian Summer weather is warming up the bite. Bluefish and Jacks have been willing to hit plastic baits just like it was summer.
Indian Summer weather is warming up the bite. Bluefish and Jacks have been willing to hit plastic baits just like it was summer.
Winter Time Fishing by Keith Mixon (1/22/2009)
Fishing along Florida's east coast has slowed down due to frigid temperatures and breezy conditions reports Captain Keith Mixon. In the past week there have been only a few opportunities in which Mother Nature has allowed us to get out and wet a line.
Fishing along Florida's east coast has slowed down due to frigid temperatures and breezy conditions reports Captain Keith Mixon. In the past week there have been only a few opportunities in which Mother Nature has allowed us to get out and wet a line.
Reds for the New Year by Keith Mixon (1/07/2009)
A slow presentation will provide a good day on the water.
A slow presentation will provide a good day on the water.
Cocoa Beach, Merritt Island Fishing Report by Ron Presley (12/29/2008)
The day started with a dense, thick fog but ended in beautiful blue sky. Sometimes, however, you just have to be satisfied with enjoying the beauty of the great outdoors.
The day started with a dense, thick fog but ended in beautiful blue sky. Sometimes, however, you just have to be satisfied with enjoying the beauty of the great outdoors.
Shallow Water Reds by Keith Mixon (12/29/2008)
Catching reds and trout can make a perfect end to 2008. Many fishermen will find that the right approach will bring more fish to the boat.
Catching reds and trout can make a perfect end to 2008. Many fishermen will find that the right approach will bring more fish to the boat.
Stealth for Reds by Keith Mixon (12/17/2008)
A stealthy approach will help provide some awesome fishing action for reds and trout.
A stealthy approach will help provide some awesome fishing action for reds and trout.
Fishing Florida's Space Coast by Keith Mixon (12/15/2008)
Fishing has been exciting along Florida's East coast. Redfish, Trout and even Pompano have been willing to feed on a wide varity of baits.
Fishing has been exciting along Florida's East coast. Redfish, Trout and even Pompano have been willing to feed on a wide varity of baits.
Cocoa Beach, Merritt Island Fishing Report by Ron Presley (12/10/2008)
Winter time is a good time to target Black Drum and Sheepshead in the Banana River. If the water is clear you can even sight fish them.
Winter time is a good time to target Black Drum and Sheepshead in the Banana River. If the water is clear you can even sight fish them.