Floating live shrimp is the hands down most consistent way to take everything and anything when the mercury drops, although finding the right place to cast the bait is still the key to success. Pompano, blues, trout, weakfish, snapper and small grouper are regular catches around the deeper water flats behind the Sebastian Inlet. Nylure jigs, goofy jigs, small diving plugs and live shrimp are all good choices.Capt. Gus BruggerJan 1st, 2015
January is the time for the bluefish, Spanish mackerel, croakers and black drum to show up in full force. These fish will be coming in the mouth of the Fort Pierce Inlet and working their way into the turning basin and both north and south in the river. Capt. Joe WardJan 1st, 2015
Redfish can be found around docks and sitting on the flats on warm, sunny days. D.O.A. shrimp, Terror Eyz or CAL jerk baits work great for wintertime fishing. We had fantastic results around mangroves for redfish last year. CAL paddle tails in the 411 color were a hit with the reds. Docks will be loaded be loaded with sheepshead this month, with nice sized fish.Capt. Charlie ConnerDec 30th, 2014
Jacks are everywhere and can be caught in river or beach fishing. These hard pulling fish put up a battle to the end. If you want to catch a big one, fish the beaches or inlets where the big guys pick off baits along the way. A good choice are lures poppers—they love sound and something looking like it is getting away. Look for pompano guys after a nice cold front; they will be on the beaches. I like to catch them near a beach that has structure, such as Walton Rocks, Bath Tub Beach, House of Refuge and always Hobe Sound Beach.Capt. Chris SharpNov 29th, 2014
The inshore fishing in November should be good for Spanish mackerel, big jacks and a few bluefish. They will be working the Fort Pierce Inlet and the Turning Basin. Just look for the birds and baitfish and you will find the schools of fish. Have a small ¼-ounce spoon or a flashy jig ready and you should have a blast. Capt. Joe WardNov 29th, 2014
For fast action and a good fight on light tackle, Spanish Macs are the ticket this time of year. A fast action 7-foot rod with 12-pound main line and 60-pound leader with a 3/8-ounce green First Light Minnow jig is all you need to load the fish box (15 per angler). In the surf bluefish will be feeding on anything that moves. Capt. John YoungNov 29th, 2014
