Mowdy Boats Lady Pro, Amy Crapitto Weitinger with a Backwater Red. -Capt. Jeff Larson

Spring Fishing is in full swing. Spring Breakers are also ready to start enjoying our part of the coast we hold dear to our hearts. So let’s get in the mind set of being patient at the boat ramp and lending a helping hand if you see fit. The great part about our Spring Breakers is they aren’t as rowdy as the ones a little further south. We also have 1st class Law Enforcement and First Responders that are on hand in our County to assist in keeping our community safe this Spring Break. Let’s plan ahead, be patient and help our young guests this month enjoy our part of Texas.

I don’t have any parties to report but We have quiet a few good fishing reports to share.

These last few weeks have been steady fish catching days despite the increase of windage we are contending with on the Jetties and Bays. The fish are there you just need to get to your spot early before the mid day breeze picks up. Drift socks are a must if you aren’t a wader. Slowing your roll in your favorite fishing spot will get you a couple of extra fins in the box before you roll over the school. Wading by far is the best way to catch a limit of Trout, Reds and a few Flounder but we have been boxing some smoker reds pulling drifts over sand flats.

We have seen plenty of fish; Trout and Reds being caught in the keeper range. No State Records or close to a State Record have been seen around here. The bigger fish however have been in the vicinity of the Jetties. The reefs, flats and back bays are holding the ones you need to measure before boxing ‘em.
The bait of choice for catching fish is soft plastics. Dark baits seem to be working the best. Run by any of our local tackle stores to narrow your search. They know! Top waters are in full effect and will continue to create a ton of excitement. Big Bait Big Fish, Rule of Thumb. There is also plenty of Dead Bait for the Drum Run. Plenty of Live Bait also; Croaks are in their tanks next to the shrimp

Play the weather this month because it can change in a heart beat. Actually I have seen it change for the better down here. Like right now, it’s supposed to be bad and I’m not seeing it. So I’m going to wrap up and go fish. Yesterday in the so called bad weather, I strung a limit of keeper trout, 1 upper slot red plus a flatty for a Texas Slam. Knowing most of the guides on the Middle Coast, they know how to read the weather and make the right call. When in doubt hire a guide. They know where the fish are but more importantly they have more knowledge about tides, weather and have a network to insure you have a successful time on the water.

Being a Mowdy owner and Team Member, I enjoy taking my boat out on those windy days. 1, the boat can handle the chop along with a smooth dry ride. Plus, there is little to no boat traffic, it’s like having the bay to yourself. The other side of the coin is the extreme low tides and silting in of Pringle, King Fisher Cut, and Lane Rd Cut. We go where the fish are despite low tides. Every day is a different day around here with the weather and tides this time of year. Today a barge can pass through the Lagoon. A few days ago, not so much. We pulled a bunch of boats off sand bars already this month. February and March has been great for Captains with Towing Endorsements.

I recommend being a member of Tow Boat and keeping your card on you at all times, it’s a great peace of mind. The next is keeping my number on hand if you launch at Charlies Boat Ramp or another Tow Endorsed Captain.

The last reminder is Spring Turkey Season. It’s a great time hunting Turkeys in the Spring. There are two special Youth Weekends so you can spend time getting your kids on an awesome hunt. Call for details.

The Saltwater Lodge line screaming hot line is: 361 746 8134. Ask for Scott, he will hook you up. Pun intended. Wishing you a shallow running boat, unfrayed fishing lines, and a safe Spring Break.

Captain Jeff Larson 281 217 0399
Marine Towing Endorsed (It Ain’t Cheap)