July 2010
We have definitely had some strange weather this year between extreme cold and extreme heat. But I think we are back on track with things now. The Tarpon have moved in around the bridges and near shore chasing the schools of bait. Make sure you go prepared using heavier tackle like a 7' castaway rod with 5 to 6 thousand series reel spooled with 30lb braid and a 40lb flouracarbon leader. They can be caught on suspending hard baits and soft swim baits. The go to live baits would be croakers ,pin fish,and live mullet. For the red fish and trout bite it is red hot right now. They both can be found around the schools of bait in the lagoon early in the morning. As the sun gets higher and the water warms up look for the trout on the deeper grass flats. And the reds will be holding in deeper pot holes,edges and points. Top water plugs and soft plastics are a good choice for artificial and live mullet,pin fish, and pig fish for live bait. Just remember as warm as the water is take your time releasing these fish it makes for a better survivor rate.
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Posted on 06 Jul 2010 by Captain Patrick Rood


Spot Tail Charters
Capt Patrick Rood
2778 Pelham Circle
Deltona, FL 32738
Mosquito Lagoon
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386-566-1384
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