CONGRATULATIONS to TEAM DONALDSON for their win in the Unguided Lure Division of the 2022 Babes on the Bay tournament this weekend. Good job to the captain Drew Donaldson for the adjustment to changes in winds direction and the drastic loss in tidal levels. Ladies worked hard and never came out of the water. Competing is tough on a weekend but winning is tougher, so great job ladies.
On the fishing scene winds were lighter this week on the average but still a couple of days with 20 mph SE winds in the afternoon hours. Summer is absolutely here. Air temperatures are in the low to mid 90's, its super dry and water temperatures are 84 to 85 degrees by mid day. Starting at 81 to 82 degrees in the flats each morning this week. Trout fishing is still dependent on winds and dolphins. I am refusing to fish in areas where the Dolphin show up and start trying to eat the fish we are catching and releasing. It is nature's way and I get it but I don't have to make it easier for them. Deeper grass beds working best for me along barrier island and some I.C.W. Spoils as well. Locating water changes and Menhaden schools is still critical to the success of our day. Reds are plentiful but getting hammered by just about everyone every day. My guys have been terrific about releasing the reds as well as the trout knowing what kind of pressure this species is under as well.
MIRROLURE LIL JOHN XL'S and LIL JOHN'S in WATERMELON RED GLITTER, GOLDEN BREAM, OPENING NIGHT, MOULTON and CLEAR RED/GOLD GLITTER have been good color choices in our clear waters and over larger grass flats. Reds and trout alike are still loving the action on the TEXAS CUSTOM'S DOUBLE D'S. It is important to STRESS the importance of getting your soft plastic baits on your jig heads as STRAIGHT as you can. This will provided better action and aid in preventing line twist.
Hot and dry is the forecast so these conditions will be tough on ALL of the bay residents as well as the anglers. Go early, Release all you can and stay hydrated. Hope to see you on the water or around the docks.
A quick update on WATKINS LANDING. What a special group of fishermen we are lucky to have at our facility. Everyone has been very courteous to their fellow fishermen and have kept the wash plants clean. I see ZERO TRASH anywhere blowing lose on the property. Just a super job by all of our clients. We have a waiting list that we would love to add you to if you might be interested in becoming part of the Watkins Landing Fishing Family. Just send me a text with NAME, EMAIL and a PHONE NUMBER and I will get you added. We are looking at adding another 10 or so units this summer.
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