Florida Keys Fishing Report: Tarpon, Snook, and Dolphin with Capt. Greg Poland

Fishing Report from Islamorada

• 🎣 Captain Greg Poland reports from Islamorada, focusing on fishing in Toilet Seat Pass and the Everglades.
• 🎣 Juvenile tarpon, weighing up to 30 lbs, have been abundant and fun to catch on both fly and bait rods.
• 💡 For fly fishing, a 10-weight rod with a mono-tip sink line is recommended to get just under the grass, while live bait under a cork is suggested for non-fly anglers.

Snook and Nearshore Fishing

• 🎣 After tarpon fishing concludes around 10:00 a.m., the focus shifts to snook fishing under bushes and along beaches.
• 🎣 Triple tail are also being found in these areas.
• 🎣 Jack crevalles up to 15 lbs have been actively hitting live bait pushed through the bridges in the Florida Keys.

Offshore Catches and Weather Outlook

• offshore, Alex Adler reported catching a lot of dolphin, some wahoo, and numerous yellowtails.
• ⚠️ Current conditions include rough surf, high rip current risk, choppy waters, and a coastal flood advisory due to king tides, with potential for flooding.
• 🌊 Seas are elevated, ranging from 3 to 5 feet past the reef, requiring caution on the water.

Transition to Dry Season

• 💨 A cold front is expected to significantly change the weather pattern, bringing an end to the humid, rainy conditions.
• ☀️ The front will push out storms and humidity, ushering in drier air and more sunshine, marking the beginning of Florida's dry season.
• 🌡️ Temperatures are currently in the 70s but will rise into the 80s with increased sunshine in the afternoon.
• 📉 Overnight low temperatures are predicted to drop significantly, potentially reaching the 60s, offering a noticeable change in humidity and comfort.