Ken Harter, Edna, TX, Don Larsen, Cedar Park, TX, Danny Murphy and Willard Ulbricht, Edna, TX caught a nice box of fish at the jetties including trout to 26”, fishing with Capt. Bob Hill.

Conditions have been pretty good of late. The wind has been much more manageable and the tides have been OK. Of course its been hot and dry but of course it is July. Some of the forecasts are beginning to predict some precipitation over the next week or so but we’ll just keep our fingers crossed and hope they’re right. Fishing has been pretty good lately.

Most of the bays have been giving up some trout. The oyster shell from here to Panther (and beyond for those who can afford the gas) has been real good for artificials and live bait. I’ve heard that there are trout at Greens but I haven’t been there lately.

The surf was good for a few days but for the last week it has been a bit rough to fish safely.

The jetties have been good for reds and drum and lately there have been some hog trout out there as well. The tarpon are showing up when the water is clear and I saw a 40 pound kingfish on Capt. Bill’s boat today.

All in all I’d say the Summer pattern is here. Be sure to protect yourself from this heat and stay hydrated. A little sunscreen can go a long way toward keeping you comfortable.

Capt. Bob Hill Port O’Connor Charters
(361) 983-4325 www.fishportoconnor.com