Low Visibility Fishing Report For Flamingo

A seemingly recurring issue over the past few weeks, cloud cover killed us this week again. When dealt the low visibility card, a complete game plan make over is in order. Slow or stop boat movement, switch to baits that give off vibration or smell and slow down your presentation… I know it’s tough, but it works. The sooner you make the necessary changes, the sooner you’ll start catching fish.

This week I had the pleasure of fishing with two long time friends, both of which are among the best Guides in their respective areas. Their patience would be pushed to the limits with low visibility and stubborn fish, but persistence was paid with silver, orange and striped rewards.

Capt. Mike Spaulding - Estero Fly Fishing Master
When it comes to fly fishing, I am a rookie at best… with only four or five years of experience, I am always humbled when I have a Fly Fishing veteran aboard. His knowledge of everything Fly is enormous… and it showed when he took the bow. He made short work of the fish we sighted and systematically put a hook in a Grand Slam lineup. The highlight of our day was a surprise visit by an 80 lb class silver monster who made his way up into 8″ of water to interrupt our Redfish hunt. With only an 8 weight in hand, Capt. Mike dropped his favorite shrimp pattern 2/0 fly on 10lb. tippet in his path and to our disbelief the Tarpon engulfed it without hesitation. Although the battle was very short, I am sure Mike will not soon forget it.

If you’re interested in booking a trip with a true fly fishing guru in Estero Bay, you can reach Capt. Mike Spaulding at 239.633.3152. He also runs a Maverick HPX-T…

Here are few pics of another Tarpon working the flats…