With the presence of milder temperatures, look for things to begin changing this month. One particular October change that we’ll notice will be the short periods of strong north winds will accompany frontal passages. This means that you should be deciding where you will fish when this happens. You’ll need to look away from the more common summer areas, and start investigating northern shorelines as an alternative.

The concept of change is often hard to accept, especially when it comes to fishing. But don’t make it harder than it has to be. Think about it, you’ve probably changed fishing plans on numerous occasions in the past simply because of a wind change. Keep things simple, especially when searching for new places to fish in windy conditions. There should be three things you keep in mind when doing this in October – focus on protected shorelines, water clarity, and bait activity. Those three ingredients will carry you a long way in achieving a perfect recipe for success.

Because we’re sometimes dealing with cool fronts this month, look to do your fishing the second or third day after fronts. This is the time when the north wind stops, and the sediment and sand settle down again. This is also a good time to try your luck atop the many oyster reefs in San Antonio Bay (SAB). SAB is full of oyster reefs, and they can produce some of the best fall fishing you’ve ever seen. Investigate the crown of the reef first. Over time, wind and waves often carve subtle passages atop the crown that serve as a thoroughfare for bait. And where there’s bait, there’s often nearby trout and redfish. So, whenever you get a chance to experience a SAB reef surrounded by clear water following an October front, go for it. Good luck, and keep grindin’!