The past few days have blessed us with spring tides that enabled the reds to get deeper in the in the grass flats. I was able to see many tailing and trailing through the marsh and grab a few. Throwing weedless artificial and weightless baits 6-8’ ahead of the fish’s peripheral still proved challenging to get the fish to notice/want the baits. Nonetheless, I’ve always heard that the flats only hold small reds but the first fish was 27", second was 20", third was 34". So, not monsters but not smalls either. The best part is catching these fish along w/flounder and trout too in these waters that I’ve heard many say don’t hold fish. I’ve been branching out exploring new areas and it’s amazing what you can get into when you get off the beaten trail and challenge yourself.
quote:I've always heard that the flats only hold small reds but the first fish was 27", second was 20", third was 34"
I’m with Shevy on that, I seldom catch one in the grass flats that’s legal size, almost always over slot. If I want eating fish I go to the creeks, big reds I go to the grass on high water.
Some people please take note of this picture. Fish is in the water, being held properly in the mouth. No gloved hand needed, no blood shed on either part. Excellent example of how to do it Very nice.
Some people please take note of this picture. Fish is in the water, being held properly in the mouth. No gloved hand needed, no blood shed on either part. Excellent example of how to do it Very nice.
