I am not the greatest fisherman, but i am committed. With excellent yearround populations of redfish, speckled trout and black drum. Factors that affect casting, such as wind and bushy flies, also affect rod choice. The third reason our redfish lures work so well is that they imitate what redfish like to eat. Journal of fly fishing trips for redfish in louisiana. I was a freshwater guide for about 20 years and now have moved to the salt. Its easy to tie and a very productive pattern for almost anywhere in the gulf of mexico and the caribbean. In reverse, catching a redfish on fly in apalachee bay is a worthy task. Short front taper and head for quick, powerful casts. Dec 23, 2019 well ita almost october which leads off the the best time of year for louisiana fly fishing. This will help you hold all of the little things youll need while fly fishing. It can be anything from how to fish behind a shrimp boat for sharks with a.
The redfish book is an essential part of the library of any sportsman who pursues channel bass throughout the southeast. So far this year, ive caught a few largemouth bass, but. Nov 30, 2010 this video was made during one of the best times of year for sight fishing and catching redfish in the super shallow backwaters of. John kumiski do you want to consistently catch redfish with a fly rod. Fortunately, the emerald coast is loaded with redfish of every size. Captain brennan merrell has been fishing the local waters since 1983, and is an avid redfish angler. Exciting offshore big game sportfishing in the offshore waters of islamorada in the florida keys. Most guides say the best fly rod for redfish is a 9foot, 8 or 9weight rod paired to most any brand of saltwater reel and spooled with a warmwater, weightforward floating line. I can paddle faster in my kayak than a feeding redfish and i just stay out of their spooking zone. Kayak fishing for bull redfish navarre kayak fishing kayak fishing for bull redfish is an awesome way to spend time on the water. Redfish are one of the most sought after inshore species and are an ideal target for kayak fishermen. Our louisiana fly fishing charter service targets redfish in excess of 30 pounds.
Fly fishingfly fishing books javascript seems to be disabled in your browser. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. Salted flats fly fishing spends the fall and winter months of september through march guiding the biloxi marsh just 45 minutes from bourbon st. Fly fishing for redfish tips and techniques fly cast charters. Light tackle backcountry redfish jacksonville updated. Our guide had a fish pulling us around in no time, my wife even caught one also. I need some recommendations for a good redfish inshore rod.
Skip to main content simply the best place to go for online fly fishing and fly tying. World record books after landing an absolutely massive 53pound. I have had ther pleasure to meet chico a number of times and he is a true master of his craft. Fly fishing for redfish is one of the lowcountrys greatest pastimes. Fully addicted to fishing, steve is a regular columnist for southern trout magazine where he writes the new fly guy column focused on helping new fly anglers. Our mastery redfish cold line is designed with a short head for quick shots, which is exactly what youll need when youre poling through a marsh in 10 inches of water on a freakishly. Dustins tale gives great insight into how to start fly fishing for redfish. By capt doug henderson on august 11, 2019 lousiana redfish fly fishing report tags.
Southern fly expeditions is a louisiana fly fishing guide service and light tackle conventional spin fishing charter service based in new orleans specializing in saltwater fly fishing for bull redfish, jack crevalle, black drum, and other species found here in the louisiana marsh. The multi colored braided line allows fishermen to know where their lure, vertical jig, or bait is at any given time. Oct 23, 2017 tyler bowman caught this 27 inch redfish fly fishing in beautiful botany bay on edisto island, sc. Dave, proprietor of fly cast charters, is an officially endorsed orvis flyfishing guide this page is designed as a place to share effective tips and techniques for salt water fly fishing. Introduction into fly fishing for redfish by tony hart february, 2017 fishing reports, fishing stories comments 0 1638 contributing writer dustin schouest shares with us a tale of introduction into fly fishing for redfish in louisiana, and converting one young man that is the passion of fly fishing.
Light tackle backcountry for redfish is a fishing charter dedicated to jacksonvilles incredible backcountry creek fishing. About low tide charters fly fishing for redfish in. It works for bonefish, sea trout as well but its mainly a redfish fly. I have plenty of bass rods in shorter lengths, but i feel i need something longer down at the coast. Last saturday, i made plans to meet up with my two friends, rex rexdelrey d. On his off days he enjoys spending time with his wife, little boy, and hand tying his own flies. Flyfishing for redfish and millions of other books are available for amazon. John kumiski has been guiding redfish fishermen for over 20 years and touches every page of this book with his wealth of knowledge and experience. I will normally be fly fishing, but the wind down there can be brutal and i will switch to baitcaster. Kayak fishing saltwater fly fishing casting tips bass fishing tips, trout fishing, best fishing. Kayak fisherman rob choi has caught a pending igfa fly fishing world. Our company is designed to furnish you with a finished wood kayak or, if you would like to try your hand at building your own wood kayak, we can supply all of the necessary plans, materials, kits, and if needed the personal instruction to.
Catching big redfish tips for kayak fishing in the. Redfish on the fly won first place in the annual florida outdoor writers association excellence in craft contest. Many kayak fishermen use kayaks that are designed for stand up fishing. This is especially true on the end of the outgoing tide and the beginning of the incoming tide around. Fly fishing for redfish, louisiana fly fishing, louisiana fly fishing guide, new orleans fly fishing guide, sight fishing. Aaron shares a great how to fish for redfish in october. Kayak fly fishing louisiana redfish adventure travel bayou. Jun 28, 2011 louisiana kayak fly fishing short version. From the fall through spring the louisiana marsh is home. It can be anything from how to fish behind a shrimp boat for sharks with a fly or the best salt water leaders or flies. Our limited time on the water produced only false excitement as the only activity was the occasional breaching mullet. Redfish a favorite gamefish in the southern us global. This metered fishing line also has uses in trolling, live bait fishing, freelining, and drift fishing. Mar 09, 2007 the new, definitive handbook on fly fishing for redfish.
Book a trip testimonials i never would have thought my first redfish would have come in a kayak. Check out this guide to wade fishing spots in corpus christi and what you need to know. Enormous redfish caught by this bro kayak fly fishing in virginia. Tyler bowman caught this 27 inch redfish fly fishing in beautiful botany bay on edisto island, sc. What is it about a redfish wagging its tail out of the water that will bring a fisherman to crouch down, lower his voice to a whisper and cause his hands to shake and his heart to skip a beat. I started redfish kayak adventures because of my true love for fishing and the great outdoors.
The fall and early winter of 2018 2019 has reaffirmed my belief that south louisiana is the finest red fishery available, and one of the best sight fishing destinations in the country, if not the world. A complete guide to fly fishing and visiting the hundreds of miles of bayous. What ive done here is compiled a list of books that either ive read and highly recommend or have talked to another respected angler and theyve recommended it or it has received at least 4 of 5 stars from the readers on. Gulf coast fisherman fly guy department editor, pete cooper, jr.
Lousiana redfish fly fishing report archives salted flats. For those accustomed to fly fishing, a worthy task is exactly what it is about. Southern fly expeditions louisiana fly fishing guide new. Jun 06, 2017 the weather has been excellent for tailing redfish as well. Pat dorsys kwan fly was created for the backwaters and flats of south florida developed initially for bonefish. If it was easy, everyone would have a phone full of redfish on fly photos, but that is simply not the case. We leave new orleans and travel about an hour south to some of the worlds best fishing. This video was made during one of the best times of year for sight fishing and catching redfish in the super shallow. We found more protected waters along the highway just west of the main bridge connecting the mainland to grand isle. The kwan is a very effective redfish fly in most conditions. Our time for kayak fly fishing louisiana redfish was over, at least for this fly fishing adventure.
In deep water streams, an inflatable personal flotation device pfd, or a type iii kayak fishing vest, adds a degree of safety. Things like you fly boxes, extra leader and line, fly fishing net and all of the. Redfish on the fly features interviews with dozens of top redfish guides. If you have not had the chance to sight fish the louisiana bull redfish yet then i. Fly fishing books fishing books books on fly fishing. Theyre strong and aggressive, can be had on a variety of artificial lures, and make for exciting sight fishing in shallow water. Kayak fishing the northern gulf will be on sale at all bookstores and. In this video, mark gives us some tips for getting started in fly fishing for redfish from a kayak or paddleboard. Kayak fly fishing forum is the place for all fly addicts. Book your trip with eric scoble blackwater charters. Fishing for the biggest redfish of the anglr tour with a 31inch redfish in the louisiana bayou fishing from our bonafide and hobie fishing kayaks.
With expansive grass flats and a thriving ecosystem, it should be no surprise that mosquito lagoon is a premier flyfishing destination for redfish. He caught it on fly guys shrimp fly, photo by bryce sweatnam. Debbie hanson shows off a bass caught on the fly from her kayak photo. For captain lucas its all about the experience, adventure and memories. Catching redfish on a fly is no easy task in apalachee bay. Scientific anglers mastery redfish cold fly line is designed with a short head for quick shots, which is exactly what youll need when youre poling through a marsh in 10 inches of water on a freakishly chilly fall evening. For more great reading about fly fishing in south carolina consider this article. The fall louisiana fly fishing season is coming soon. His explanations are clear, memorable, entertaining, and informed by a lifetime of observation. Billy trimble said he leans toward a bonefish taper as its taper allows for a quiet presentation, also the tropical core coating stands up to texas heat. Learning how to catch redfish will make your inshore kayak fishing pursuits well worth the time and effort. But that was not enough so i took to the phone, calling fly shops all over the country, and managed to find two more and purchased them both. Its a good crab imitation but unlike most crab flies it can be stripped for cruising reds.
Mosquito lagoon is home to the largest concentration of redfish in the state of florida. So if you love fishing, and want to learn what little i have to offer, stop by anytime. Caught this 15 pound redfish while fly fishing the flats of the florida keys. Kayak fly fishing louisiana redfish in the bay was futile. The redfish get shallower than they do at any other time of the year. Rainy saturday fishing for texas redfish yak outlawsyak. During these months the marsh becomes crystal clear as the water cools.
Sep 01, 2014 catching redfish on a fly is no easy task in apalachee bay. This is a very simple fly used for redfish from the gulf of mexico to the carolinas. Sight fishing is one of the most exciting and effective ways to pursue redfish. Fly fishing journal fly fishing for louisiana redfish. Knowing how much i love this rod, i was smart and purchased a backup. One of the last things youll need to get yourself is a good and reliable fly fishing vests. Jan 21, 2019 one of the last things youll need to get yourself is a good and reliable fly fishing vests. The new, definitive handbook on fly fishing for redfish. When youre fly fishing and it comes time to choose a fly you ask yourself, what are the fish feeding on. Stay as quiet as possible and keep your eyes and ears wide open.
As the fall set in and weather cools the fly fishing for redfish here in our local water of panama city beach heats up. Things like you fly boxes, extra leader and line, fly fishing net and all of the other miscellaneous gear youll be carrying. I met up with val first, as he was staying in south houston for the night, which is on my way to galveston. Short and long casts, fast line speeds, accuracy, and ability to withstand the tropical heat all this and more is welded into the rio bonefish tropical series fly line. A wide selection of fishing books to help you with fly tying your flies, fly casting and knot and pocket guides.
Our company is designed to furnish you with a finished wood kayak or, if you would like to try your hand at building your own wood kayak, we can supply all of the necessary plans, materials, kits, and if needed the personal. Rockport fly fishing is some of the best on the entire texas coast. Apr 10, 2019 factors that affect casting, such as wind and bushy flies, also affect rod choice. Southern kayak fishing issue 15 by southern unlimited, llc issuu. Kayak fishing new orleans redfish kayak adventures. If you new to fly fishing or looking to show off some new flies this is the place. With expansive grass flats and a thriving ecosystem, it should be no surprise that mosquito lagoon is a premier fly fishing destination for redfish. Florida keys sport fishing aboard the charterboat redfish. We offer specialist guided kayak fishing day trips in south louisiana. To the horror of dryfly purists, skues later wrote two books, minor tactics of the chalk stream, and. Florida keys sport fishing aboard the charter boat redfish. My love for fishing started at a young age and i would love to pass that on so bring your kids with you. Whether youre just starting out or youre a seasoned angler, the redfish book is sure to improve. Redfish fishing from a kayak anglr featuring steve moore.
A new fishing line from power pro called depth hunter is specially made for vertical jigging. Instead of feeding in the shallows, the reds seemed to be changing behavior in response to the weather changes. Or occasional opportunities for other species such as jack crevalle and tarpon. Lousiana redfish fly fishing report archives salted. How about weedon island redfish, some picnic island snook and a few trout mixed in with some great weather for fishing redfish. There is nothing better than a great read that takes. Come join salted flats fly fishing for unforgettable days in this vast place where you will get away from it all and rarely see another skiff all day.
Fishing for redfish in the surf hatch magazine fly fishing, etc. The stealthy, silent nature of a kayak makes it the ideal vessel to find redfish. About redfishlaw i am a retired attorney who just loves to fish. Rockport fly fishing guide service fly fish rockport.
Mark gives us some tips for getting started in fly fishing for redfish from a kayak or paddleboard. Ifa kayak fishing tour champion, benton parrott, with a nice mobile bay. Fly fishing is an angling method that uses a lightweight lurecalled an artificial flyto catch. First and foremost, we went to catch redfish, and theres no place in the. Every aspect of finding and fooling giant reds is covered, with dozens of secret techniques revealed for the first time. Dave, proprietor of fly cast charters, is an officially endorsed orvis fly fishing guide this page is designed as a place to share effective tips and techniques for salt water fly fishing. Fly fishing for redfish mangrove fly fishing company. Hes been on trips with a wide range of folks, from sports stars to first timers. Just make sure you have the right line for the job. Just the mere thought of tailing redfish keeps me up at night. As south texas area waters trend warmer, speckled trout begin to spawn, redfish routinely extend. This video was made during one of the best times of year for sight fishing and catching redfish in the super shallow backwaters of. Introduction into fly fishing for redfish yak outlawsyak outlaws.
Jackson county is home of the western north carolina fly fishing trail, which. The fall and winter is the best time to be in louisiana fly fishing if you are interested in the true bull redfish. I am not saying that it is not possible, just not easy. Theres quite a few out there and ive heard several opinions. Our inspiration comes from the best ideas from the fly fishing world.
Introduction into fly fishing for redfish yak outlawsyak. The big redfish stand out like a sore thumb this time of year which is why louisiana is such a great sight fishing destination. I wil teach you the art of stalking, casting and hooking your fish from a kayak. The books subtitle, all you need to know about when, where and how to catch redfish, sums up pretty well what youre going to find inside the pages of this highly recommended book for. Does anyone have any tips for putting this together quickly. In a kayak, you have the option of letting the fish drag you and the boat. But the dixie and natty light flowed like wine and the day faded away into carbonated stupor. With below average winds right now we can fish from the skiff or on foot. Kayak fishing new orleans south louisiana redfish kayak adventures. It is essentially aaron adams big ugly fly with sililegs but without wing.