Dave_Osterberg's Blog

HEMMERS REPORT

The kingfish run has landed in our back yard. The schools are hanging over reefs in 40ft of water. Most are being caught on spoons trolled behind #2 planers. Mono leaders will produce more strike than wire. Bring a few extra spoons incase you get cut-off.

The snook bite should get better as the water temperature climbs. Whitebait and sardines are the bait of choice. Most of the schools are still in the upper parts of Tampa Bay.

Trout, bluefish and pompano fishing is strong in the lower parts of the bay. Look for the trout and blues in 3 to 4ft of water that has a mixture of grass and sand. Fish for the pompano where you see them skipping on the surface