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Justen Simpton

Justen Simpton
Galveston, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

Fishing has been great these last trips since coming off of vacation. Throwing a mix of live and artificial on Sunday and all artificial on Monday. Flounder Trout and Reds have been consistent and we were even able to catch some really nice fish throwing topwater lures.
Justen Simpton
Justen Simpton Galveston, Texas Reported: 2 years ago
Fishing has been great these last trips since coming off of vacation. Throwing a mix of live and artificial on Sunday and all artificial on Monday. Flounder Trout and Reds have been consistent and we were even able to catch some really nice fish throwing topwater lures.
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
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Russell Fiser

Russell Fiser
Panama City, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Yes, just caught a wahoo
Russell Fiser
Russell Fiser Panama City, Florida Reported: 2 years ago
Yes, just caught a wahoo
Wahoo Fishing in Panama City, Florida
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Steve Howard

Steve Howard
El Lago, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

e were able get deep drop trip catch few golden tile and barrel fish. Seas are looking favorable for opening of snapper season and I still have few days open.
Steve Howard
Steve Howard El Lago, Texas Reported: 2 years ago
e were able get deep drop trip catch few golden tile and barrel fish. Seas are looking favorable for opening of snapper season and I still have few days open.
Mahi Mahi, Rockfish Fishing in Freeport, Texas
Mahi Mahi, Rockfish Fishing in Freeport, Texas
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Steve Howard

Steve Howard
El Lago, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

We were able get deep drop trip catch few golden tile and barrel fish. Seas are looking favorable for opening of snapper season and I still have few days open.
Steve Howard
Steve Howard El Lago, Texas Reported: 2 years ago
We were able get deep drop trip catch few golden tile and barrel fish. Seas are looking favorable for opening of snapper season and I still have few days open.
Tilefish Fishing in Freeport, Texas
Tilefish Fishing in Freeport, Texas
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Brandon Mcafee
Galveston, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

May has been a challenging month for fishing due to a lot of windy days, but we have still managed to reel in some great catches. Blacktip sharks have been particularly active, with many being caught near the shore and around jetties. These sharks are known for their acrobatic jumps...
Brandon Mcafee
Brandon Mcafee Galveston, Texas Reported: 2 years ago
May has been a challenging month for fishing due to a lot of windy days, but we have still managed to reel in some great catches.
Blacktip sharks have been particularly active, with many being caught near the shore and around jetties. These sharks are known for their acrobatic jumps
and fighting spirit, making them a popular target for sport fishermen.
Redfish have also been biting well in May, especially in the early morning and late afternoon. These fish are known for their hard fight and delicious taste, making them a popular catch. We have had success using mullet, shad and blue crabs as bait.
Gafftop sail catfish have been another common catch in May, especially in the shallow flats and at the jetties. While not as prized as redfish or sharks, gafftops can still provide plenty of fun for anglers and are known for their strong runs and head-shaking fights.
Finally, black drum have also been biting well in May, especially around oyster reefs and other structure. These fish are bottom feeders and can be caught using crab or shrimp on a bottom rig. Black drum are known for their size and strength, with some reaching over 50 pounds in weight.
Overall, May has been a mixed bag for fishing, with some great catches of blacktip sharks, redfish, gafftop sail catfish, and black drum despite the windy conditions.
Redfish Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Galveston, Texas
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Shannon LaBauve

Shannon LaBauve
League City, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

Trout and Redfish action have been hot on the jetty.
Shannon LaBauve
Shannon LaBauve League City, Texas Reported: 2 years ago
Trout and Redfish action have been hot on the jetty.
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
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Mike Cacciotti

Mike Cacciotti with Captain Mike's Fish Service
Deer Park, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

Lots of fresh run off. Fresh on top and salty on bottom. Fishing is still slow. I did managed to catch a good limited of trout before the rain came. The Galveston jetties still holding a few fish using live shrimp. West bay is a good place to fish the...
Mike Cacciotti
Mike Cacciotti with Captain Mike's Fish Service Deer Park, Texas Reported: 2 years ago
Lots of fresh run off. Fresh on top and salty on bottom. Fishing is still slow. I did managed to catch a good limited of trout before the rain came. The Galveston jetties still holding a few fish using live shrimp. West bay is a good place to fish the fresh water doesn’t hurt that bay. Next full moon the trout will be spawning always remember all fish spawn on a full moon. Thanks and good luck fishing.
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
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Harry Helms with Helms Fishing
Port St. Joe, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Spring is king, but beach season is here as the gobbles wind down and crawfish disappear. It’s now time to turn on your Jimmy Buffet and Kenny Chesney playlist and comes sit on the world’s most beautiful beaches! Top water trout has really proven to be the best way to...
Harry Helms
Harry Helms with Helms Fishing Port St. Joe, Florida Reported: 2 years ago
Spring is king, but beach season is here as the gobbles wind down and crawfish disappear.

It’s now time to turn on your Jimmy Buffet and Kenny Chesney playlist and comes sit on the world’s most beautiful beaches!
Top water trout has really proven to be the best way to
catch big keeper trout with this spring being especially good.
Schooling reds in the shallows have been regular visitors by my boat but with ultra clear water they are turning their nose up at lots of baits. Over slot (over 27”) fish have been very available cruising the flats so expect a big fight when you can get one of these pumpkins to eat.
We have lots to look forward too and it seems like this will be a summer to remember. So go grab a boat drink and a slice of key lime pie and come catch a few on the Emerald Coast.
Speckled Trout Fishing in Panama City Beach, Florida
Speckled Trout Fishing in Panama City Beach, Florida
Speckled Trout Fishing in Panama City Beach, Florida
Speckled Trout Fishing in Panama City Beach, Florida
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