She was somewhat surprised by the number of reds coming into the coves away from the main channel where the water is saltier. The big catch, however, was a huge snapping turtle estimated to weigh close to 100 pounds. It took two of them to lift it. It was caught in Trout Creek. Probably kept the alligator population down.
Specks are also on the bite.
Their season approaches and more are being caught daily. For all intents and purposes, the north beaches are cut off to driving. Surfside Avenue is blocked by piles of dirt put there after Floyd s high tide to impede any subsequent high tides. Nothing has been done with it it just sits there looking ugly. The Vilano beach ramp is open but very, very soft.