Winter in Biscayne Bay

We've had a cold winter so far and while the fishing can be tough during the cold, the days in between can be banner days. The latter part of Christmas week had the bonefish feeding extremely well with double digit catches of bones per day. The mackerel have also been consistent. This week however, the waters temps were 59-60 degrees making fishing difficult. Stick to the ocean side and wait for a few days of consistent sun for the best fishing. Happy New Year!

Bonefish Conservation Comment Period

The FWC will hold workshops to gather public comments on possible rule changes that would make bonefish a catch-and-release-only fishery. Possession exceptions for record purposes and tournaments are being considered. Creation of a tournament exemption permit for tournaments in which bonefish would be temporarily possessed and transported for weigh-in purposes will also be discussed.

Previous Rule Changes for Bonefish
In July 2010 FWC extended state regulations for all Bonefish into federal waters and prohibited all sale of any bonefish.
Public Hearing Locations
All hearings are from 6pm – 8pm

Wednesday, Dec. 8
IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum
300 Gulf Stream Way
Dania Beach

Thursday, Dec. 9
City of Key Colony Beach City Hall Building - Auditorium
Mile Marker 53.5
600 W. Ocean Drive
Key Colony Beach


If you are unable to attend please send your email comments which can be very simple to: marine@myfwc.com

Biscayne Bay Fishing Report

Last week there were plenty of trouts and some redfish caught in south Biscayne Bay. The trouts were caught on soft plastics and flies while the redfish were caught on soft plastics. This winter seems like it will be a cold one and that can put a damper on some fisheries while getting others red hot.

Give me a call if you want to book a trip and see how red hot the fishing can be in the Miami cold.