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Post by SkyJay on Jan 30, 2009 16:59:56 GMT -5
Can't help it. Super Bowl Weekend, 10 below 0, and all I just,
Gotta try.
Got a well full of little Nile Perch, and I'm headin for the river.
Got the fish-fry supplies all stocked up, now all's I need is the Snuke!
Hopefully, I'll be posting a good report come Monday.
Best of luck to all!
SJ
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Post by jab on Jan 30, 2009 17:15:05 GMT -5
wich river?
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Post by ripnlips on Jan 30, 2009 18:18:29 GMT -5
good luck to you jay. go steelers...........not!  |
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Post by inshorebasher on Jan 30, 2009 21:09:29 GMT -5
only a few i can think of out west! Hillsborough, Alafaya? either way with them temps so low its the best bet anytime before monday in my opinion to target S-n-doubl O-k!
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Common Snook
Family Centropomidae, SNOOKS
Centropomus undecimalis
Illustrations and Copyright by Diane Rome Peebles
Illustrations are for viewing purposes only.
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Description: distinct lateral line; high, divided dorsal fin; sloping forehead; large mouth, protruding lower jaw; grows much larger than other snooks; pelvic fin yellow.
Similar Fish: other Centropomus.
Where found: from central Florida south, usually INSHORE in coastal and brackish waters, along mangrove shorelines, seawalls, and bridges; also on reefs and pilings NEARSHORE.
Size: most catches 5 to 8 pounds.
*Florida Record: 44 lbs., 3 ozs.
Remarks: spawns primarily in summer; cannot tolerate water temperatures below 60 degrees F; can tolerate wholly fresh or saltwater; schools along shore and in passes during spawning season; feeds on fish and larrge crustaceans.
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Post by SkyJay on Jan 30, 2009 21:38:27 GMT -5
Jab, If I told you it wouldn't be a secret now would it? LOL Seriously though, our plan is to check out the Peace, and Myakka, on the way to C-43. Often imitated. Rarely duplicated!  Fish On! SJ PS Right back at ya Mario. |
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Post by diggin4grouper on Jan 30, 2009 23:09:16 GMT -5
sorry there jay but you still have a month to go befor you can keep snookies ...
good luck fishin for them though ...
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Post by doubleo on Jan 31, 2009 0:50:58 GMT -5
i'll be out looking for snook in about 6 hours lol
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Post by SkyJay on Jan 31, 2009 7:10:15 GMT -5
 Well kiss my grits! Looks like it's on to C-44 then I reckon. LOL Thought it seemed a little cold and early in the year yet. Anybody wanna buy some bait? LMFAO  PS Glad I caught that before we left the house... GW would have had a ball with me. LOL I can see it now... "Honest officer, John told me the season opened today" ... LMFAO D'oh!
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Post by doubleo on Jan 31, 2009 15:43:20 GMT -5
i lost a beast of a snook this morning...  but my friend and I put about 10 sheepies in the boat...mostly 3-4lbs but a few went over 5 all were reseased to fight again another day |
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Post by SkyJay on Jan 31, 2009 20:55:43 GMT -5
So... In other words... Ain't no blisters on yer feet... Or freezer in yer meat... Huh? LOL ;D Yankee Translation 101- I didn't catch  ! (Rhymes with tit) ;D LMFAO  (Sorry... Couldn't help myself!) Ah Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha!!! |
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Post by SkyJay on Jan 31, 2009 21:14:57 GMT -5
i lost a beast of a snook this morning... but my friend and I put about 10 sheepies in the boat...mostly 3-4lbs but a few went over 5 all were released to fight again another day Dude, I'm not tryin to start no Donkey Squid Wit Ya, but ya might wanna go easy on this Forum, with the Catch -N- Release Sheepshead Comments... I mean we are all really glad to hear about you &$& yer buddy's success, and all that... And I for one am damn proud/glad to hear somebody's catchin fish, havin a good time, and enjoying all that Florida has to offer. But dude I gotta tell ya... There is a Reel fine line between arrogance, and a lucky wannabee... Careful not to cross it. Some/Most 'A these Fellers on here don't take too kindly to throwin back 10 3-5 lb. Legal Good Eatin Fish... ESPECIALLY, the just startin out, workin man, can barely afford to take his family to the Pier. I'm absolutely sure you didn't mean it that way... Trust me I've had a many good hearted reports, and comments gone totally to wha wha what d' he say land  I'm just sayin... "They Lived To Swim Another Day" Sounds Like A Capt. Mel's Forum Post. Kayak On Our New Buddy Go Easy Wit The EgoAtude. Please?  |
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Post by SkyJay on Jan 31, 2009 21:27:34 GMT -5
PS... Me and SkyChad Released 16 Snook today, all either close or in the slot. (Mostly over, a couple under...) Had a fargin hoot! Got em all on Baby Nile Perch fished on the bottom at the C-44 (St Lucie) spillway... Kept 2 for supper...And the rest "Lived to fight another day" (Until Tomorrow, when we plan on completely annihilating their asses again!) FISH ON Fellers! You 2 Double0  LMFAO!!! ;D SJ Steve... Pics On the way.  PSS W'ell keep the light on fer y'all, and Bambi, and Penny say howdy!!! |
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Post by inshorebasher on Jan 31, 2009 21:40:40 GMT -5
jay how about that! well i hope them linesiders are looking to feed monday, thats my plan w/ a bud. Water temps seems to be in the upper 60's for now so far looking great for monday.
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Post by SkyJay on Jan 31, 2009 21:47:50 GMT -5
Go SOUTH Young Man!!! Jupiter, Stewart, or St. Lucie!!!
Pee Pee On SI right now... Waters tooooo cold.
Go South, and INNN...
Creeks, Estuaries, Spillways, Resi Canals, and Rivers.
Fish On Eddie. Gotta Go.
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Post by doubleo on Jan 31, 2009 22:36:07 GMT -5
i lost a beast of a snook this morning... but my friend and I put about 10 sheepies in the boat...mostly 3-4lbs but a few went over 5 all were released to fight again another day Dude, I'm not tryin to start no Donkey Squid Wit Ya, but ya might wanna go easy on this Forum, with the Catch -N- Release Sheepshead Comments... I mean we are all really glad to hear about you &$& yer buddy's success, and all that... And I for one am damn proud/glad to hear somebody's catchin fish, havin a good time, and enjoying all that Florida has to offer. But dude I gotta tell ya... There is a Reel fine line between arrogance, and a lucky wannabee... Careful not to cross it. Some/Most 'A these Fellers on here don't take too kindly to throwin back 10 3-5 lb. Legal Good Eatin Fish... ESPECIALLY, the just startin out, workin man, can barely afford to take his family to the Pier. I'm absolutely sure you didn't mean it that way... Trust me I've had a many good hearted reports, and comments gone totally to wha wha what d' he say land I'm just sayin... "They Lived To Swim Another Day" Sounds Like A Capt. Mel's Forum Post. Kayak On Our New Buddy Go Easy Wit The EgoAtude. Please? WTF? because i practice catch and release i am arrogant or a lucky wannabee?...my friend and I just have the sheepies dialed in right now I practice catch and release for two main reasons...1. if i let one go i can catch him again when he gets bigger and 2 i hate the taste of fish, The guy i fish with all the time ( owns the boat) doesn't eat fish either lol now if my neighbor puts in an order i'll bring one home for him lol |
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Post by doubleo on Jan 31, 2009 22:37:05 GMT -5
PS... Me and SkyChad Released 16 Snook today, all either close or in the slot. (Mostly over, a couple under...) now thats not a bad days work at all! |
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Post by SkyJay on Jan 31, 2009 23:05:36 GMT -5
Alright now... before this thread goes in the trash like so many before it... Arrogant, and Wannabee.... Those labels apply strtictly to the shoes that fit the foot. (Fine Line Between) No one called nobody no names. (Sticks n stones) All's I was tryin to say was damn... There's alot of new/novice/eager to learn Fresh Fish Lovin/Eatin fellers who visit this Forum, that'd love to just have a chance to take home a few keepers. (Of ANY species) I'm all about conserving our resources, for everyone, especially future fishermen. WTFG... Catch And Release Is Cool! YTFM... But tread softly on these heart's of ours. Please?  Fish On Folks SJ PS Havin said all that... If you hate the taste of fish, you obviously ain't never had somebody properly cook it fer ya yet. You are here by formerly invited over for some kick ass eatin at my house, anytime. Bring yer pal to. W'ell take care of that hate the taste of fish stuff. 'Course I can't really blame ya. I can't stand Mrs. Paul's either. (I just puked in my mouth) ;D |
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Post by inshorebasher on Jan 31, 2009 23:13:34 GMT -5
Well said Jay! This makes total sense and thats why we are here [glow=red,2,300]DoubleO[/glow] so we can share info that works and lands the fish. Also weather temps, bait used, location, and best of all PICS! Not saying you have to but hey were're all here because we want to know where the fish are and see some pictures. Like i said u dont' have to share all your info but since its strict catch and release why not share pictures and blur the background if u don't want to share your spot.
Nice report boys and keep it up.
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Post by doubleo on Jan 31, 2009 23:24:32 GMT -5
Well said Jay! This makes total sense and thats why we are here [glow=red,2,300]DoubleO[/glow] so we can share info that works and lands the fish. Also weather temps, bait used, location, and best of all PICS! Not saying you have to but hey were're all here because we want to know where the fish are and see some pictures. Like i said u dont' have to share all your info but since its strict catch and release why not share pictures and blur the background if u don't want to share your spot. Nice report boys and keep it up. i'd love to post some pics but if you have a keen eye you may be able to find my canon powershot out by the clam bar some where on a low tide i lost it there 3 years ago...yeah my wife was pissed lol I do have some random pics my dad took from the times he was down. the majority of the fish were caught on the Port manatee reef and the Bahia beach reef |
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Post by doubleo on Jan 31, 2009 23:25:56 GMT -5
You are here by formerly invited over for some kick ass eatin at my house, anytime. Bring yer pal to. W'ell take care of that hate the taste of fish stuff. 'Course I can't really blame ya. I can't stand Mrs. Paul's either. (I just puked in my mouth) ;D I have tried so many different kinds of fish cooked so many ways and i have only found one that i can eat with a smile and that is Blackened Cobia cooked Rare...DAMN IS THAT GOOD |
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Post by doubleo on Jan 31, 2009 23:30:56 GMT -5
There's alot of new/novice/eager to learn Fresh Fish Lovin/Eatin fellers who visit this Forum, that'd love to just have a chance to take home a few keepers. (Of ANY species) this is very true! i came here to FL 3 years ago and have learned a lot about saltwater since...i am just glad i had 20 years of bass/trout/salmon/pike and muskie fishing under my belt or i would still be lost lol |
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Post by rayswin on Feb 1, 2009 14:56:38 GMT -5
Holy cow! 10 3-5 lbs. sheephead with some over that. WOW! nice catch doubleo.
16! slot and around slotsize snook? In February! Exactly which whammy doctor did you go see before venturing out on this legendary trip?
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Post by doubleo on Feb 1, 2009 17:10:27 GMT -5
^^^ take some small/medium shrimp to Bahia Beach and Manatee Port Reefs...the sheepies are there in droves!
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Post by tylerdurden on Feb 4, 2009 13:04:10 GMT -5
yeah from what i am hearing if you run into sheepies out in open water and not by peirs and pilings they hit alot more agressively, must be that they have to chase their food rather than just sit around and pluck off a barnacles here and there. But i managed 4 keepers saturday and 3 sunday all around 2-4 pounds, hooked into what somebody told me was probably a big black drum but boy did that take some line off before rapping me mustve been BIG!
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Post by mamabear on Feb 4, 2009 16:17:19 GMT -5
Alright now... before this thread goes in the trash like so many before it... Arrogant, and Wannabee.... Those labels apply strtictly to the shoes that fit the foot. (Fine Line Between) No one called nobody no names. (Sticks n stones) All's I was tryin to say was damn... There's alot of new/novice/eager to learn Fresh Fish Lovin/Eatin fellers who visit this Forum, that'd love to just have a chance to take home a few keepers. (Of ANY species) I'm all about conserving our resources, for everyone, especially future fishermen. WTFG... Catch And Release Is Cool! YTFM... But tread softly on these heart's of ours. Please? Fish On Folks SJ PS Havin said all that... If you hate the taste of fish, you obviously ain't never had somebody properly cook it fer ya yet. You are here by formerly invited over for some kick ass eatin at my house, anytime. Bring yer pal to. W'ell take care of that hate the taste of fish stuff. 'Course I can't really blame ya. I can't stand Mrs. Paul's either. (I just puked in my mouth) ;D hey skyjay i don't like fish either and pops knows how to cook it. :Pjust can't get over that salt water fish taste. |
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Post by SkyJay on Feb 5, 2009 0:54:00 GMT -5
Well, then MamaBear If'n ya don't like Fresh Fried SkyWay Groupers 'n Such, How would ya feel, 'bout some fresh ass, North Polk County, Pig N Bambi. Maybe some Kissimmee Frog Legs?! LOL Point Well Taken Darlin. (I'm a better cook than pop's and ever body but you and him knows it!!) LOL ;D Trolley Rig On On Y'all. Chicken Legs Fer Sale.  |
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Post by montylfl on Feb 7, 2009 17:56:37 GMT -5
2 i hate the taste of fish, The guy i fish with all the time ( owns the boat) doesn't eat fish either lol Don't like the the taste of fish? ? Bet your woman are unhappy. Me I love fish. esp woman fish ;D |
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