Surface water temperature 55 degrees. We have been having extremely low tides over the past few weeks, making loading and unloading even a challenge on our early morning trips. Please pay close attention where you are running, as if you are just a few feet out of the channel in some areas, you can get yourself in a real bind quickly. The water clarity is good for East Galveston Bay, back in the protected areas in the marsh, with dirtier water in a good portion of the main bay, due to the North winds which have been quite prevalent of late.
Most of our trout action right now is on or close to the lower water column (drop offs), (super slow) over deeper shell/mud with various size jig heads with Chartreuse WACky Fluke tails by Wac Attack, securing the most bites. Some of the bites are so subtle you really need to be paying attention, or you will miss out.
This past week our best results have come when the water temps rise with the sun gets up and begins to heat the surface. Remember, the Fish still must eat in the cooler water, although not as often, so be very methodical in your presentation, and fish areas where you have confidence in. Active bait in the area is still important, so if you don’t see bait or signs of life, don’t spend a whole lot of time in the area. As the water heats up during the day, some of the fish are moving out to mud flats to feed, so keep that in mind as well.
The redfish bite has been consistent around drains and in the very shallow water areas back in the marsh. We are still using imitation shrimp lures & tails under popping corks, with a 1-foot leader to trigger bites, as well as weightless Deadly Dudley Rat Tails & Fishbites tails.
This time of year, brings some of the best opportunities for bigger fish, with fewer fishers on the water, and bigger fish on the prowl, so get out and make it happen with your family and friends. The Corky bite also is in full swing, so if you like throwing artificials that is a great bait to throw, as well as walking topwater baits, as well as slow failing hard jerk baits, when the conditions are lining up.
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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