Month: March 2015
Last week, prior to the latest cold front, I fished with Captain Doug Kilaptrick. We were joined by Jason Schratweiser from the IGFA, and our target was tarpon. Day One: We began fishing at the end of a small run, and had some great opportunities to start. A few large schools of fish rolled in some deeper…
Read MoreIt’s been a long week, and there is much to report. The March Merkin tournament ended two days ago, and our fishing was challenging but rewarding. In the end, we won the event–something I am incredibly happy about and have many people to thank for–primarily, John O’Hearn. Before the tournament started, I fished for a…
Read MoreOn Tuesday and Wednesday, I fished with Captain Scott Collins. We were joined by my wife, and our target was permit. Day One: We started in the morning, and everything but the wind seemed to be in our favor. We set out to find some fish to throw at. At our first stop, we found…
Read MoreThe last two days I fished with Captain Drew Delashmit and Kathryn Linville. With the March Merkin fast approaching, we decided to devote our time solely to permit. Day One: With wind and good visibility, we had a great bunch of conditions for permit fishing. We started at 8 AM, and in the morning found…
Read MoreWhile I write this, I’m wishing I was fishing. The weather has turned around after a brief drop in temperature yesterday, and the fishing seems to be good (though windy). I’ll know more about what I missed today when I fish with Drew Delashmit and Kat on Tuesday and Wednesday. Earlier in the week, after…
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