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February 20

After the webinar with Capt Clint Barghi, I have been inspired to get a shadow box of lures and items given to me from fishing.

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February 21
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New feature added!

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February 21
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Hello AU members,

As promised, here is my first post to educate members about the science behind fishing. Feel free to ask any questions!

Fishery Science Content - Sea Lice

During winter, fish decrease their activity as the water temperature drops, making them vulnerable to ectoparasites. Common parasitic copepods such as Caligus spp., commonly known as sea lice, are often observed by anglers on spotted seatrout, red drum, black drum, and southern flounder. As the fish rest on the bottom, these parasites attach themselves to their abdomen to feed on their blood and mucus, causing skin lesions (red sores) that increase the risk of infection.  

As anglers, these observations highlight the diminished activity levels of fish when water temperatures are cold. By working lures slowly on the bottom, you improve your chance of catching fish by giving them the opportunity to get a quick meal without having to expend a lot of energy.

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February 18

Good day on the water yesterday after the fishing show. Had to rely on instincts and visuals because my genius self forgot the Garmin, so we didn’t have a good read on water temp. From what we could gather, temps were upper 50s, low 60s… major was from 2-5pm. Once we located bait over a warmer bottom, it was on. 30 reds and 20+ trout. Shut off like a light switch like clock work after the major. All on slim groovy jerks. Not much on corkys or soft dines. Few on top. They wanted a light jig head! Tight lines! Of course I caught more than nashonjennings

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February 21

Question about running redfish bay in Port A. I know you cannot uproot the grass so how do you jump up on plane while in a grassy area? Do you just drift or troll to a deeper spot? Headed for a few days next months for the first time and don’t want to make any mistakes. Any tips for navigating that area are welcome. Thanks

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February 20

Just tried to buy a bates reel using the link and discount code, says code not valid?

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January 24
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My first fish of 2025 and first fish on the Bates Hundo LTS. The

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January 26

Can someone explain the corky pro series?

I normally buy a fat boy and a floater in the same color.

Is the pro series like the perfect
in-betweener ?

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February 02
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Can someone explain when to throw certain baits. I use kwigglers and wondering when the best time to throw a wig a lo , ball tail and paddle tail. Also which color to choose and what jig size to throw at a certain water depth. I’m new to wade fishing and wanting to learn how to catch more fish.

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February 07

Hook and bullet optics anyone have a discount code.

My old eyes need all the help they can get n

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