The warm weather went wetter with Faye, but no downturn effects on the tarpon fishing from one of the most persistent -okay, steering currents!- tropical storms in recent Florida history.
It's really only a matter of finding the current tarpon spot in Miami, since this species has become present on a year-round basis. Just think about water temps over 75 degrees and the right locale almost suggests itself.
I had a great morning with 4 fish from 20 to 40 pounds released, and another 5 or 6 strikes. Two big hints are that firstly, tarpon often feed in congregate bursts; and during those times still retain definite profile and taste preferences. Secondly, watch the speed and arc of their rolling to determine their position in the water column. When in doubt, think midsurface to bottom.
Jan Maizler
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Friday, August 22, 2008
Thursday, August 21, 2008
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
New Field Test- FishGillz Sunglasses
I'll be field-testing the new floating FishGillz sports glasses. The model I 've chosen for the flats is the Avalon, which has bronze-colored lenses.
The following is a quote from the company's web site content about this line of sunglasses.
"Give your eyes the protection from glare that they deserve and need. FishGillz have a sleek, polymer wrap frame that is both fashionable and durable for any activity. The wide temples provide extra protection from the elements, and the patented Micro-Filter® Lens Technology eliminates glare and harmful UVA sunlight. Built for functionality and fit, FishGillz are made to suit the needs of even the most extreme sporting enthusiasts."
Jan Maizler
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Quick Recap of Angling Travel...
April 2008- Sanibel/Captain Mike Smith- snook: abundant.
May 2008- Bonaire/Captain Van Der Bijl- bonefish: abundant.
June 2008- Campeche, Mexico/ Raul Castaneda- tarpon: abundant; sea trout: super abundant
July 2008- Grand Cayman, Roatan, Belize, Cozumel affected by recently-passed tropical storm.
August 2008- St. Augustine/ Captains Wenrow and Cochran- giant redfish and flounder abundant.
August 2008- Bocas of Trinidad/ Captain Danny Agostini- tarpon- average.
Jan Maizler
http://www.flatsfishingonline.com
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May 2008- Bonaire/Captain Van Der Bijl- bonefish: abundant.
June 2008- Campeche, Mexico/ Raul Castaneda- tarpon: abundant; sea trout: super abundant
July 2008- Grand Cayman, Roatan, Belize, Cozumel affected by recently-passed tropical storm.
August 2008- St. Augustine/ Captains Wenrow and Cochran- giant redfish and flounder abundant.
August 2008- Bocas of Trinidad/ Captain Danny Agostini- tarpon- average.
Jan Maizler
http://www.flatsfishingonline.com
http://www.fishingfloridasflats.com
http://flatsfishingonline.blogspot.com
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
Sunday, August 10, 2008
In Trinidad and Fishing The Bocas...
It's been good to get back to Trinidad. This time it was to give the tarpon fishing in the Bocas a try. I understood from my captain, Danny Agostini, that the Trinidad Tarpon Bash tournament is no longer. He stated it was replaced by the TDC of T/T (Trinidad and Tobago) and is called Tarpon Thunder. We are staying at The Crews Inn in the northwest point of Chaguaramas (www.crewsinn.com ).
Though Art Blank and I were not part of the tournament, there were many boats in the Bocas. We have fished the last 1 and 1/2 days and have been in the midst of a low point in silver king action. I did manage a 50-pounder, which was a thrill to catch alongside the lush mountains! All of us that pursue tarpon know them to be unpredictable at times.
When we did not fish in the middays, we explored the Asa Wright Nature Center, and of course the growing and charming preservation district.
For now, thanks to...
Trinidad and Tobago TDC
InJoy Tours
Crews Inn
Captain Danny Agostini
Though Art Blank and I were not part of the tournament, there were many boats in the Bocas. We have fished the last 1 and 1/2 days and have been in the midst of a low point in silver king action. I did manage a 50-pounder, which was a thrill to catch alongside the lush mountains! All of us that pursue tarpon know them to be unpredictable at times.
When we did not fish in the middays, we explored the Asa Wright Nature Center, and of course the growing and charming preservation district.
For now, thanks to...
Trinidad and Tobago TDC
InJoy Tours
Crews Inn
Captain Danny Agostini
Wednesday, August 06, 2008
Tuesday, August 05, 2008
BACK FROM ST. AUGUSTINE/STILLWATER CHARTERS!.... Images by Art Blank
Art Blank and I just returned from some awesome angling in beautiful St. Augustine. In 2 days, we released 14 giant redfish. Our smallest fish was around 18 pounds. My top fish was 30 pounds, while Art released a monster estimated at 35 pounds. In addition, we also released a dozen flounder. Thanks again to Captains Tom Winrow, Vaughn Cochran and the Barrier Island Inn!
CONTACT DATA-
Art Blank/Right Angling Images
1-215-345-4432
Stillwater Charters
Captain Tom Winrow
1-904-315-9364
Blackfly Charters
Captain Vaughn Cochran
1- 904-997-2220
Barrier Island Inn
1-904.461.4288
Jan Maizler
Saturday, August 02, 2008
My Friend and Colleague Rona Has a Canadian Catfish Encounter...
I look forward to working again with top-notch photographer Rona Distenfeld. The last time we fished together was January 2008 with Silver Deep Sea Specialists and Ocean Club West in the Turks and Caicos.
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Friday, August 01, 2008
South Carolina Image by Art Blank
These are a few of the images Photog. Art Blank ( of Right Angling Images 1-215-345-4432)
took last winter when we fished in Myrtle Beach and Little River, South Carolina.
took last winter when we fished in Myrtle Beach and Little River, South Carolina.
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