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HEMMERS REPORT

Large redfish schools are showing up in all parts of Tampa Bay. Most of the schools are holding 100 to 400 fish. A quiet approach is necessary to keep the school from spooking.

Small kingfish are hanging over the artificial reefs that are 40ft deep. Trolling spoons will help you locate which reefs are holding kings. The strong winds of the past few days will push the kingfish deeper until the water clears.

Trout, bluefish, pompano and ladyfish are still hanging over the grass piles that are in 3 to 4ft of water. Drift these areas while fan casting a jig to locate the fish.

Sheepsead are hanging under docks and bridges close to a pass. Some of the large breeders can be found around rocks and structure out in the Gulf.