TYBEE BEACHCOMBER | OCT 2018 35
THE
Fish
Captain
Nick Shreves
Whisperer
Oct. Fishing Forecast
INSHORE
Trout, Redfish, and Flounder can all be caught in better numbers than the
past few months. The Shrimp are in the creeks and with the cooler water
the fish are starting to feed. As the month goes on, the bite will only get
better. For those fishing inshore, fishing a cork rig with a live Shrimp, you
should do pretty well. When you find the fish try throwing an artificial and
save the live bait for the next spot. The Sheepshead bite should pick up
inshore as well. Fiddler Crabs are the bait of choice. Fishing oyster racks
pilings and any type of structure is a good bet for these great eating fish.
PIER FISHING
As fall arrives the water temperature begins to drop and the fishing
picks back up. All the fish are going to start migrating and they eat a
lot. The biggest fish to be found on the pier this time of year is going to
be the Bull Redfish. These fish are not picky, they are just hungry. Cut
Mullet, Pogies, and Whiting are all great baits. Other fish that could be
caught are Whiting, Sheepshead, Black Drum, and Speckled Sea Trout.
NEAR SHORE
Fall is here and so are the Redfish. In full force, they are everywhere and
eating everything they can find. You will be able to find them on every
reef all the way up to the surf. There are a few ways to fish for these
fun fighting fish. I like to fish shallow near the breakers. This is not an
easy task but it can be very productive. Fishing the jetties can be just
as productive. Black Sea Bass are around and getting better every day.
The trolling bite is still here for a little while longer, so those who want
to catch those Spanish and King Mackerel, they are still around, don’t
give up yet.
OFF SHORE
The bottom fishing is great out deep for Black Sea Bass, Triggerfish,
Amberjack, Snapper, Grouper, Grunts, and there are so many more. Make
sure you have Squid and cut fish for bait and you should have a great
day. The top water bite has been slow and we are all hoping it will pick
up soon.
If you are interested in joining me on a fishing adventure give me a call
at Big Fish Charters (912) 230-4625.