Bill Russell

When the weather allows and the seas are calm tarpon fishing has been good, but not consistent off the beaches from Ft Myers to Cayo Costa. With better tides and hopefully good weather the bite should improve over the upcoming week.

When tarpon weren't cooperating over the slower tides we have been catching blacktip and lemon sharks in the five to six foot range in or near the Gulf Passes. As we head into summer the warmer water has brought us a lot of sharks of all sizes, large blacktips are one heck of a battle and a very under rated gamefish, these brutes have no quit in them.

Snook, redfish and trout fishing was best over the windy days. Snook and reds were found off Island points and oyster bars with the southerly wind pushing water past.

Trout were found over a grass/sand bottom in six to eight foot depths, a few larger fish were also caught in potholes.

Spanish mackerel action remains good in Charlotte Harbor even during the very slow tide days we experienced this week. Bluefish, trout and about all the small sharks you care to catch are also mixed in.

After several days of a consistent weather pattern with light winds tarpon and baitfish are schooling up again and fishing should continue to improve as we head into the holiday weekend and into the month of June.

Have a safe Memorial Day weekend.

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Phone: 239-283-7960

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"Catch the Action" with Captain Bill Russell

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Bill Russell

About The Author: Captain Bill Russell

Company: Gulf Coast Limited Professional Guide Se

Area Reporting: southwest florida including Sanibel, Pine Island Sound, Charlotte Harbor, Matlacha Pass

Bio: "Catch The Action" with Captain Bill Russell. As a native of Pine Island Bill has spent his entire life fishing the waters surrounding the Island and has been a professional fishing guide for fourteen years and loves to share the local knowledge and history of the waters. The waters surrounding Pine Island including Pine Island Sound, Matlacha Pass, Charlotte Harbor, Sanibel, Captiva and Boca Grande are a true fishing Mecca that provide a wide choice of angling thrills. We specialize in light tackle fishing for Snook, Tarpon, Redfish, Sea Trout, Sharks and a variety of other species. Not only do our waters provide World Class fishing opportunities our Islands and waters are also abundant with a wide variety of wildlife and beautiful scenery, so bring a camera! We customize each trip to ensure everyone on board has a great time and will return again. From the small child to the novice to the most experienced angler we will make your trip a memorable one. Spend a day on the waters of Southwest Florida and "Catch The Action" with Captain Bill Russell

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