Hopefully everyone was safe with hurricane Irma. That could’ve been bad for us. Once again, we got lucky. We have been getting a lot of calls lately for Mahi-mahi (blue dolphin fish). They are starting to show up and if you dedicate the day to it, you’re likely to do well. Focus on weed lines. We have been seeing them in the 250 to 300 foot depths. Small lures with small ballyhoo have been the best bet. While trolling we have gotten a bunch of sails lately too. It’s been good! While fishing in these depths be sure to hit your amberjack holes. Jack fishing has been as good as it gets. Big buck tails or live bait. They are not picky.
Bottom fishing has been great as well. Smaller baits like squid and cut bait will target your beeliners, vermillion, triggers and porgies. Please check your local rules and regulations regarding limits/ seasons. They seem to change quite frequently. Larger bait including live bait on the bottom will target your red snapper and grouper. Again, check the regs.
Cobia have been on fire – they are back almost like it was March all over again. I believe the size limits are changing on them as well. I’m not sure when it goes into effect but I heard it is going from 33 to 36 inches to the fork and limit is 1 per day including federal waters. We have found a lot of fish lately on the shoals and deeper on the rays. Kings are going pretty good too. I know many don’t like kings for some reason but they are awesome fighters and some great tasting fish. If you don’t believe me take some to Grills and have them prep it for you. Thank you and as always if you have any questions or need some info check out www. firedupcharters.com
