Surface water temperature is 73 degrees, water clarity = still Good in East Galveston Bay. Early morning trips have been better for us this week with the higher tides and good outgoing tide movement, allowing us to fish pretty much anywhere we choose in the bay system. Points and flats close to deeper channels with scattered shell produced very good catches of trout, reds, and a few flounder on our artificial lure only trips in the 2-to-3-foot depth range.
For us, if we find nervous bait the fish are there, so when we don’t see bait activity we move on rather quickly. Birds are still working, so you can still pick off a few Decent trout when you find them and some nice size Sand Trout as well. If the birds are working up near the shoreline or in shallow water hovering the surface (including liar birds), the Redfish are feeding on shrimp.
Shrimp imitation lures with Fish Smack popping corks, with 12” – 18” leaders have still been producing bites for our anglers, resulting in great success on our chartered trips, as well as Wac Attack Trails and Deadly Dudley Bay Choveys on 1/4 and 1/8 oz jig heads, depending upon wind conditions and water depth. Successful presentations vary depending upon the conditions, so experiment until you find what the fish are looking for.
The topwater bite has also been active, so that is a good option as well. The overall bite should continue to improve as the water cools. The days are getting shorter and the crowds have now thinned, so grab your friends and family and get out and enjoy some quality time together on beautiful Galveston Bay.
Until Next Time – Captain Jeff Brandon Get the Net Guide Services, LLC Year-Round artificial lure Fishing Guide 1183 N Stingaree Dr, Crystal Beach, Texas 77650 940-393-6531 www.getthenetguideservices.com
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