Warming that began last week was good news for anglers, who were taking advantage of a better bite thanks to fish having a little more energy to fuel their quest for food. Particularly notable was reports of Spanish mackerel showing up in catches near the Gandy Bridge area, and even better action on them around the Skyway Bridge. Schools of black drum also began showing on flats ahead of their spawning activity. With the continue warming predicted, anglers may see some of the snook that have been holed up in warmer, deeper backwaters, creeks and rivers, poking their noses out closer to the bay to hunt for food.
Guide bites
Capt. George Hastick (727-525-1005): Capt. George reports he’s been pounding the docks along the Pinellas side of the bay…..