Surface water temperature 52 degrees. The water clarity is average for East Galveston Bay. As in previous posts, please watch the Major/Minor Fish Times, as again this past week, that has been when the bite really turned on for us. Remember the Fish still must eat in the colder water, although not as often, so be very methodical in your presentation, and fish areas where you have the most confidence in. Active bait in the area is important, so if you don’t see bait or signs of life, I would suggest not spending a whole lot of time in the area.
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, and WacAttack Flukes. The last few days a very slow presentation is the ticket, almost dead sticking the lure with gentle twitches in the lower water column. Remember, 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, as well as suspending hard jerk baits, so if you like throwing artificials these are great bait to throw, as well as walking topwater baits, and slow falling jerk baits, when the conditions are lining up.
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