The best fishers are taking 10 to 15 specks, three to five reds, and assorted other species. Come with a full tank of gas and expect to do some running. Bring live bait if you can find it, as well as some fresh or frozen shrimp. You might need all the help you can get. The best fishers are struggling, coming in with less than a dozen fish of all species.
Conditions typically are poor, with high winds, murky water, low tides - or all three.
Average fishers shouldn't expect to catch anything. However, this doesn't mean you shouldn't try. These are good weekends for exploring and charting your fishing area. But, if you have to catch fish to enjoy yourself, stay home. This can tell a lot about what the rating means.