Charlotte Harbor Fishing Report

2011-12-05T01:45:30Z

Hope you enjoy this video! the Redfish are biting the secret is be patience and have confidence in you technique.

December is starting off with lots of keeper Redfish and trophy Trout . In between the cold fronts the fish are hitting i'm finding that the bite is sluggish in between the main feeding period . Ive been spending allot of time working the pot holes and deep cuts along the mangroves and trying to pattern them .Working from the shore out ! seems to be a good way of locating the fish but it is very important to go a little slower and really cover a area . the longer you fish a hole the more likely you will find them i had lots of fish this week that hit the bait and just sat there but in between the down time the hits were viscous and the fights have been crazey .

November 2011 Fishing report For Boca Grande, Lemon bay, Charlotte Harbor.

2011-11-22T18:52:00Z

November 2011:

Well its November her in southwest Florida. With the cooler temps and stronger north east winds. its time to slow it down and get to used to the new tides . With lower Tides Charlotte Harbor will start to show you just how many flats bars and cuts it really has. And things change from year to year. I suggest heading out with a local guide to get a idea of the ways in and out and for the experienced guys just remember its that time of the year to really pay attention to your surroundings. As the fronts pass it’s been a great time to be on the hunt for some great sport fishing. Ive been doing well on a verity of methods including live bait, jigs, and spoons. I’ve been presenting baits in a slow manner in am and watching my locater to try to see what temps the fish are hitting the best at and what technique, Slow, medium live or cut. Some times if you get a consistent weather period you can get a pattern down. But it seems to change with fronts but usually gets you in the ball park
Tight Lines Captain Erick

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OCTOBER FISHING REPORT FOR BOCA GRANDE, ENGLWOOD, CHARLOTTE HARBOR. OCTOBER 2011

2011-10-11T18:37:00Z

OCTOBER 2011

Is starting off as it should .The redfish are schooling up on the flats and eating everything that pass there sight. This is a great time to use artificial and my go to bait is the Johnson spoon you can cast it a mile and everything eats it. Gold is by far the Reds favorite color. But I always have silver tied on!! Snook, Trout, and every thing in between will eat it. Fishing has seemed to be best for me on the lowest part of the tides. But be careful wile we are in the slow and weak time of the year for our tides and a little north east wind can really affect the amount of water we are expecting. If the area your fishing seems to be lower than normal and you’re thinking well its 10am and it’s supposed to be 1.2 at 10.30 the odds of it filling up are slim I suggest moving on its not happing. And the last thing you need is a lower unit. Or damaging our estuary!
Tight lines Captain Erick.

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February fishing report for Englewood Charlotte Harbor and Boca Grande

2011-02-10T14:53:00Z

February has started off on the windy side and that’s made fishing opportunities much more challenging. But its only going to get better by mid month the cold weather north of us will weaken and bring us much warmer air and that in return will establish a more consistent water temperatures in the charlotte harbor and lemon bay estuary as of Feb 8 2011 water temperatures in Englewood Boca Grande and Charlotte Harbor ranged from 68-73. In between the fronts fishing will pick up and offer great opportunities for some Gator Trout, Redfish and occasional Snook. This all can be done using light tackle on live, cut and artificial baits. Also watch out for some diving pelicans as the water warms up the glass minnows will start showing up this can present great top water fishing action as the Trout, Lady Fish and Jacks find them. And don’t forget that February also boasts a great time to take the family on a lemon bay sight seeing eco trip . With our eagles nesting, plenty of dolphins, and an abundant amount of birds grab the camera and enjoy nature at its finest.

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Show you support and get a Charlotte Harbor fishing trip out of it

2011-01-20T23:21:00Z

Tails and Scales Charters is proudly giving away a 4 hour fishing trip so come out and bid to win and show your support at THE 3RD ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT TO BENEFIT WWP AT ROTONDA GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB IN ROTONDA WEST FL, THE PALMS COURSE AND LONG MARSH GOLF CLUB JAN 29, 2011

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charlotte Harbor to englewood fishing report

2011-01-11T04:16:00Z

January might have its cold fronts but in between them offers great opportunity for Redfish Trout and more be sure to check out http://www.tailsandscalescharters.com/ for January's discounted trips! CHARLOTTE HARBOR AND LEMON BAY WATER TEMPERATURES RANGE FROM 63-66 AS OF JANUARY 10-2010 BUT WITH THE APPROACHING COLD FRONT IT WILL drop BACK IN THE UPPER 50'S AND HOPEFULLY WARM UP BY MONDAY THE 17

January lemon bay fishing outlook

2011-01-04T00:54:00Z

December is behind us and January is starting off on the right track as the weather warms up to more seasonable temps so will the water temperatures. Fishing should start to pick up as well giving great opportunity to fish for the old fanged tooth spotted sea trout that came back in season January 1st. While chasing the trout there should be plenty of opportunity to stalk my favorite inshore species the Redfish. This all can be done using light tackle on live, cut and artificial baits. I do prefer using shrimp under a cork, or on the bottom rigging Texas style, or using cut bait when the water temperatures are below 65. As of December 31st Lemon Bay water temps ranged from 57-60.5. Having a couple warm days and mild nights it should bounce back in the mid 60s and that means fish on!! January also boasts a great time to take the family on a lemon bay sight seeing eco trip . With our eagles nesting, plenty of dolphins, and an abundant amount of birds grab the camera and enjoy nature at its finest.

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Its cold out is it worth going fishing?

2010-12-11T04:14:00Z

Im often ask well with the water temps cooler than normal or a approaching front with some high winds is it worth it to go fishing ? and i say hell yes are the conditions always perfect no! is there a chill in the air yes! will we slauter the fish ? i dont no maybe. but i do no this theirs more to fishing than just catching fish one after another and some times its even more rewarding heading out when its not perfect and slowing it down a bit and realy working together as a team and after a long day of fishing knowing you gave it your best and its all worth it when you land that monster gator trout or slam a big red knowing that most sat on shore and you did it . just like the old saying you cant catch a fish without a line in the water and thas a fact ive learned over the years that it only takes a secound to land that monster and make it all worth it .and on some of the worst days ive had the best of luck you just never no that's whats great about fishing so bundle up and grab a rod or better yet give me a call and lets get on the water.

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Mid November near shore fishing report

2010-11-19T00:48:00Z

Its hard to believe that it is the middle le of November her in the Charlotte Harbor area . But im glad it is. the weather couldn’t be nicer with the lows in the 60’s and daytime high’s reaching high 70’s. And the fishing couldn’t be any better especially the near shore grouper fishing it is on fire. On a nice day a short run can produce world class grouper kings and everything in-between. Be sure to book your trip soon as the grouper closure is rapidly approaching us to book your trip click here

First charlotte harbor cold front = Red hot Redfishing.

2010-11-07T13:59:00Z

Well November is here and it brought us our first cold front the temperature plumbed and the north east wind blew out the water in the Charlotte Harbor . but we had to deal with it and find away of producing fish.The first thing you need to keep in mind is safety both for your boat and our estuary winter tides brings a hole new meaning to skinny water were you went at low tide last week is different than this week . get familiar with the new lows and highs tides are crucial not only for the fish bight but for navigation . the new low tides bring a different strategy to stalking the many game fish of the flats . deep holes and shelter with easy access to food is the key present your baits in a slower and more deliberate manor and remember a warm up of a couple degrees is all it takes to make the difference.

November cold front redfish

2010-11-05T21:29:00Z

well its november and the first cold front of the fall is fastly approaching us and with that in mind its time to slow the pace down and be more patient i spent the day working the deeper pot holes and mangrove shore lines that had lots of skinny water flats close buy figuring that they would be heading for the deeper water to stay warm and it paid off 12 reds 3 over 30 inches a few trout and the trip was over cant wait to do it again in the am be sure to check out my november charlotte harbor charters discount at tails And Scales Charters.com

Schooling Redfish

2010-10-06T22:37:00Z

October is here and so are the schooling Redfish they are doing what they do best and thats eating everything they come by as they stalk the many shallow flats of the charlotte harbor estuary. if your quiet and stealthy now is the time to see that tailing Redfish. live bait is fine but i prefer top water or soft baits .

HOW TO ENJOY A HOT!! SUMMER DAY FISHING ON CHARLOTTE HARBOR WITH THE KIDS.

2010-08-11T08:04:00Z

So you want to take the kids fishing ? and its 90+ outside and your already hot just thinking about it! well welcome to my world. here are some common sense but really over looked tips that will help you have a great day and a opportunity to teach the kids about the outdoors. first and most important bring plenty of sunscreen there is nothing worse then spending the day on the water and ending up with severe sunburn that can damage for life . just as important bring lots of water covered in plenty of ice. if your thinking one bag will do. take two its amassing on how fast ice can melt especially when someone forgets to close the lid lol also the sun in south west Florida should be respected and ice could come in handy for any accidents or break downs that could keep you on the water for a longer then expected time . speaking of unknowns always have some bug spray on the boat i prefer a spray in a non aerosol can. always bring good hats and sun glasses . some times when its really hot you can keep some hats in the cooler or even dip them in the water to 'cool your head off'. plan the day a head of time and consider making more runs then normal sometimes a short run with the wind blowing on you can make all the difference. be realistic if your after Snooks and Reds in a area that the tides wont allow. don't fight it go for some Trout chase some feeding Jackes remember its about the kids and they just want to catch some fish and have fun. "although my kids are spoiled" and demand action but that's another story .

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The Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2010

2010-06-21T10:43:00Z

ALERT: Charter fishermen, fishing guides, tour boats, rafting and sea kayak companiesOppose Sec. 301 in H.R. 3619, The Coast Guard Authorization of 2010, which legalizes new state and local taxes for charter fishing and other services on navigable waters. Read more to take one simple action to stop this provision.

The Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2010, H.R. 3619, which passed in the U.S. House, contains a provision in Sec. 301 authorizing state and local governments to levy new sales taxes on goods and services (including fishing charters) on navigable waters, unless the vessels are primarily engaged in foreign commerce. H.R. 3619 passed the Senate in May without the Sec. 301 provision. The differences in the House and Senate bills will be reconciled in a conference committee soon. If the House version of H.R. 3619 prevails, new layers of taxes and fees will be levied on fishing guides, charter boats and outfitters services in many states, where state and local governments are seeking additional sources of revenue. “Sales taxes” will be interpreted broadly by local governments. Some areas are already charging local taxes, which are not legal unless the state or local jurisdiction provides a service to enhance safety or security.
What you need to do

Call the Washington offices of :

* US Congressman John Mica (R-FL)
Online Contact Form
2313 Rayburn House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: (202) 225-4035
Fax: (202) 226-0821
* US Senator Bill Nelson (D-FL)
Online Contact From
United States Senate
716 Senate Hart Office Building
Washington, DC 20510
Phone: (202) 224-5274
Fax: (202) 228-2183

Rep. Mica is the ranking Republican on the House Transportation Committee and the provision was put in at the request of one of his Republican colleagues.

Call Senator Nelson's office as well. (202) 224-5274. Ask his office to work to keep Sec. 301 out of the final Coast Guard Authorization bill. You do not have to speak to the Representative or Senator. His staff will relay the message.
What to say

* Identify yourself and your company and where you live.
* Say you are calling about a provision in the Coast Guard Authorization bill that will enable new taxes on your services.
* Tell the person on the phone that you want Rep. Mica to remove Sec. 301 from the Coast Guard Authorization bill, H.R. 3619.

Sec. 301 only legalizes more state and local taxation. It does not have any bearing on the Coast Guard.

This is not the time to be adding taxes and fees on small, seasonal businesses.
CONTACT CONGRESS TODAY. THIS ISSUE COULD BE DECIDED BEFORE MID JUNE.

For more numbers for Representatives in Florida, go to http://www.congress.org to get contact information for your members of Congress or call 1-800-524-4814.

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Snook fishing with my wife on Charlotte Harbor

2010-06-17T15:57:00Z

WELCOME aboard
I had a wonderful day Snook fishing on the waters of Charlotte Harbor with my wife Beth. Its a rare occasion that I get to spend the day fishing with my wife and I always look forward to it. It started off on the tough side; the bait that I've been nailing had moved on but I ran it down and we loaded up the bait well. I was so happy to see the joy that the keeper Snook brought on Beth's face especially with the winter we had and the oil that haunts us. If your in the mood to stalk the mighty Snook give me a ring and I will make it happen Tails And Scales Charters

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Redfish Biting In Charlotte Harbor

2010-06-12T13:40:00Z

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the Redfish bite is starting to pick up in the Charlotte Harbor area.Ive had the pleasure of spending some quality time fishing with my boys this week before they head out to see the Grand parents. my youngest boy SAM loves going for the bull of the Backcoutry. we covered a lot of water from Bulls Bay to Turtle and the wall never found them schooling up but we fished hard and managed back to back days of 4-6 reds ranging from 20-26 i feel that to be successful you most be persistent and work hard with the intense heat and amount of fishing pressure that means if your confidant in the hole you are fishing than work it give it a chance it seems that it was tacking at least 45-50 minutes than they would bite and turn off. and if your working the mangroves be as quite as possible and work close to shore and in the trough to try to find a pattern to be honest i never was able to really pin point a pattern but we stayed persistent and it paid off . if you would like a great day stalking the backwaters of Charlotte harbor be sure to check out my rates and trips page

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Snook Fishing With My Son David on Charlotte Harbor

2010-06-07T06:26:00Z

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spent the day fishing with my son David had a wounder full time that i will always remember. as most of you no getting your little fishing buddy that's now 15 teen to actually take you up instead of blowing you off for his friend's was a good sign.but the pressure was on i new for this to work i had to find the right bait and and find some feeding fish. our first stop i found the bait and loaded up the net and told Dave to point the bow were ever my head points and go slow once i was close enough i ha-lard neutral and we were done the live wells were full and we were ready for some backwater fishing on Charlotte Harbor.i wanted this to be special as a Dad i realize that when your fifteen you'd rather bee kicking it with your friends and the girls. so i said David want to drive? oh yea he replied ! so we were off and we spent the rest of the day fishing were he drove and i let him set us up on holes and it was a day i 'll never forget. hes a great fisherman that knows the water well and understands the wind and tides and most of all he's my fishing buddy .

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the Bite is on!!

2010-05-28T16:49:00Z

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the bite is on with the influx of the mighty Tarpon entering the Charlotte harbor estuary also comes many great opportunity to land sum of south Florida's most sought after game fish including Snook, Redfish and Trout. but don't pass on the hot action of inshore grouper fishing book your trip today .

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Tarpon fishing using live bait

2010-05-17T14:38:00Z

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had the day off and figured its my turn to hunt and fish for the mighty silver king so i
spent the morning chasing pods of tarpon in Charlotte harbor using live tread- fins i had to cover a lot water to find them but it was worth it. unfortunately i ended up calling it a early day do to the lighting but not before hooking up with two monsters.

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Exploring the backwaters of Charlotte harbor

2010-05-13T18:36:00Z

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spent the day exploring the back waters of boca grande and Charlotte harbor with Bob Collett owner of Mycapehaze had a great day getting to know him and hearing about all the exiting and new properties he has for rent if your looking for a vacation to south Florida i highly recommend visiting his sight and booking with bob. no matter if your looking for a island getaway or a fishing package to golf he has it. the day went perfect found plenty of fresh bait and the breeze was just enough to keep the heat down we ended up at boca grande pass fishing for snapper and grouper and scouting for TARPON and sure enough they are starting to show up its time to book your tarpon trip of a life time

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