By Capt. Rodney Raffield
Fishing this past month has been slower than last, but still worth wetting the line. We are in transition to cooler weather, which is taking its time in getting here. This has made the fishing more of a challenge but still worth our time. Snook are starting to show in the backcountry, most running on the small side, with the occasional slot. Juvenile tarpon are there also, running 20lbs or under. Redfish have been much slower but we are still getting our limit most trips throwing shrimp tipped Jigs. Trout are better than they were but are also running on the small side. We have been dealing with extremely warm temps in the air, as well as water, which in my opinion has these transitioning fish a little stagnant. Things should straighten out once we get some cooler weather. Hot lures continue to be Mr. Wiffelure and Zman paddle tails in Pearl and Chartreuse. Remember to like my Facebook page to see what I am doing in real time. So till next time my friends, get out there and make a memory. Capt. Rodney Raffield
