The month of March will begin the opportunity for a great mix bag. Everywhere, mahimahi are arriving early so far this season. Small schools of “skippies” (some folks call them “peanuts”) have now arrived. The wahoo fishing seems to only get better and better. With this mixed gang of fish showing up it won’t be long for Mr. Billfish to soon arrive as well. Offshore for the mahi-mahi should be no problem in Exuma Sound. Troll the walls for wahoo and the rest of the mix bag. When you limit out, put out the big stuff and go chasing Mr. Blue! Fishing right off Highbourne Cay should be excellent and Staniel Cay area will also be very productive.
I am still looking for sailfish catch and release info so if you catch one, send a photo and location of the catch and I’ll give it a mention next month. With the cooler temperatures, bottom fishing should also be excellent; grouper in 50 to 100 feet and yellowtails on the mid-way reefs. Remember to stay clear of the Exuma Land and Sea Park, and know the fishing rules and regulations.
See you in the Exumas!
FORECAST BY: Capt. Doug Rowe
Fish Rowe Charters
George Town, Great Exuma, Bahamas
Phone: (242) 336-3440
Cell: (242) 357-0870
Email: drowe@batelnet.bs | Website: www.fishrowecharters.com