Tarpon Report Key West

May 19, 2013 by

May 19th 2013 - Mid May report for tarpon fishing in Key West.

The migration is doing well. The path this year is a bit different than we have seen in the years past. The tarpon are on the beaches pushing along like always but not in huge numbers. We are actually finding our huge numbers of hungry fish in a strange place and boy are they hungry tarpon.

Great shots at numerous fish are possible here in Key West especially tarpon fishing with the captains at Dream Catcher Charters. These guys have been in it for 2 trips a day every day.

Artificial lures the tarpon are eating the bagley finger mullet, Hogy lure (white and black) and the MirrOlure Lumo Serries as well as the MirrOlure Catch 2000. In the AM I prefer the white and red colors on my plugs and later in the day a darker color wins…

Fly fishing has been “ok” many fish eating flys all day but the tarpon are not as numerous in the shallows as the years past.. I think this will all improve later in the month.

Live bait is still king for sight fishing for tarpon. We are using mullet, pin fish and crabs (when we can get them).

The weather is holding up well. The moon phase is between a new and full moon today with good (decent) tides. Already reporting in this am is Capt. Kyle Kelso here at Dream Catcher Charters tarpon fleet with a 100+ lb slob hooked up and wearing his angler out.

Tarpon fishing charters are in huge demand.. Call Island Genn and find out how you can get on the books with a good tarpon fishing guide here in Key West, last minute.. She knows all the fishing guides worth fishing with and their schedules.

Island Genn
1-305-292-7212

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Tarpon Fishing Report

May 8, 2013 by

May 8th 2013 Tarpon Fishing Report for Key West Florida and the Surrounding waters. By Capt. Steven Lamp 

The migration is on. Tarpon are flooding the South and North sides of Key West in HUGE numbers. We are seeing fish ranging in size from 30 – 130 lbs. Most of the fish you will see are moving from West to East on the beaches (South Side) of Key West. The tarpon are traveling in large groups and surfacing frequently .

What Are The Tarpon Doing?

As the tarpon are moving through you will notice them balling up or circling each other. This what we call a “daisy Chain” and is a mating ritual. When the tarpon are performing this behavior its best to lay off of them for a few minutes and wait for them to string out again. We would hate to interrupt anything that will improve the fishery….. : )

The Captains here are Dream Catcher Charters have been running both sides of the day. Early in the mornings and the evening runs for some last minute opportunities. Both trips have been super successful during this new moon session and we expect that to continue through the weeks to come.

We still have some openings for tarpon fishing here at Dream Catchers.. 
Call  -  305 292 7212 – Speak to Island Genn.

 

 

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It’s Tarpon Time!

April 15, 2013 by
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Capt. Kyle Kelso poses with a pig of a tarpon caught with his angler.

April 15th 2013 – Tarpon fishing report and forecast from Dream Catcher Charters.

Tarpon Last Week

We went through a lull last week over the new moon. We started taking it personally as the fish were just not being cooperative.. NOW>. don’t discount a new moon for tarpon fishing, its not always like that.. But toward the later part of the week things picked back up to pace and we were back in the fish with true style. Our half days in the afternoon trips were producing epic numbers on the out going tides with 9 and 10 fish hooked on these trips.
The last day or so things have been very good for both morning and afternoon bites..

Water temps in the low 80′s

Currently as of today.

The tarpon are all over the place and not leaving till after July. I expect them to hit the flats soon and in some areas we are finding them laid up in the shallows already and eating very well on fly, crab or a lightly presented artificial. The DOA shrimp is a great choice for spin fishing and the different colored Toad patterns are great for fly.. I like the brown ones..

Lets get out there.. Looking for a tarpon fishing guide? Call us. We do this.. Some morning and many afternoon slots are available. We use nothing but the best tackle from Daiwa and Owner.. 

Call us… For up to the minute..

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Tarpon In January Key West Report

January 9, 2013 by

Lets Go Tarpon Fishing In January!

Key West tarpon fishing

Tarpon Fishing Key West Dream Catcher Charters

I can call it. The South Easterly winds, as annoying as they can be when its blowing 25, are pumping warm Gulf Stream air and water into Key West. With the copious amounts of bait in and around Key West the hungry tarpon from the Gulf of Mexico have arrived and they are stacked up in our channels and out lying backcountry spots. Not an uncommon thing here in Key West. It happens about every 5-7 years and because I have been doing this a long time I know what to watch to keep an eye out for it. No, its not global warming, its just a warm winter.. don’t freak out, its been happening long before our first carbon emission..

Does that mean it will stay>? I don’t think so. (hope not).. We need a cold February to set things back on schedule. This is like the line in the sand to separate seasons. But, if February and March proves as warm as January…. Well then we might see tarpon on the flats by end of April.

NOW>. this is not to say we will book a “Tarpon Fishing” charter yet.. BUT>. We will certainly add this species to the list if we think you have a shot at boating one and you have the desire to do so.  Warm winter time tarpon can be either fickle or hungry and it goes from day to day more so than regular season migrational fish. Check out our web site www.floridakeystarponfishingguide.com to learn more about tarpon fishing and tarpon seasons.

Early Season Discount For You.
$50.00 Off any 4 or 6 hour backcountry trip

Offer Good Till January 24th on only the Following days..
January  10th,   13th,   14th,   22nd,   23rd

Call 305-292-7212

 

 

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Key West Fishing Forecast November 2012

October 31, 2012 by

Hey Gang…. We are still here after hurricane Sandy No effects at all. First off our thoughts and prayers go out to the folks in the North East.. We know what you are going through.. Just keep digging and in a little while it will just have been an experience in stead of a life altering circumstance. Just keep digging and if it looks damaged or water soaked call your adjuster… Oh and generators stay OUTSIDE!..

Grouper fishing Key West

Wreck and Reef Will Light Up. But.. Choose your day.

The fishing here in Key West has been OFF since before Fantasy Fest here in Key West so I really have nothing to report from the last week. Not only bad weather but festivities and what not.. We just took a break…

We are back on the water as of yesterday. the same old cast of characters were around like trout, jacks, sharks.. but it was a little cooler. Offshore things are back to normal with sailfish starting to show and the tuna on the reef line just like planned. I have not been to the west yet but I am sure the fish are hungry and the cooler water will help that bite.

Next Month.. November.. Its going to be good. We are seeing some cooling trends coming through lowering our water temps early this year which is good. I much rather have a line drawn in the sand from summer to winter than a back and forth deal where the fish remain confused about what season it is.

Backcountry and Flats fishing

Dont be afraid to book these fun trips. We have a blast back there on wintery days. Trout, redfish, permit, pompano, sharks, blue fish and jacks with the occasional cobia in the mix. the backcountry flats fishing days are major fun for those that are concerned about windy days (November is full of them) and getting beat up. We go hide back there and rip lips on rod bending trips or sneak up on some permit for the trophy hunter. Its all good. Bonefishing not so great this month in Key West… Look to Islamorada and Key Largo for the bonefish as they have the warmer waters longer.

Reef Wreck fishing

November is windy. BUT.. theres is a saving grace here. We will not go out if it sucks. you book your wreck reef day with us and if it is to windy to do what you want.. you don’t have to go, no charge.. Its easy.. I dont want to get beaten either. The reef bite will be off the rails in November. Cooler waters churned up a bit and not crystal clear means a strong grouper bite with mutton snappers and yellowtails for the table. Cobia will be on the wrecks as well. Keep in mind I will only kill one good sized cobia per trip or two smaller ones. Also keep in mind Grouper season closes in January.. Make use of the time. Lets get em. Call my office to see what I have going on.

Deep Sea Fishing

The sailfish are coming. Deep sea fishing both live bait and trolling the sail fishing will be great along with Wahoo, Tuna and the occasional larger Dolphin.. We are booking deep sea fishing trips now for November. Look at the Full moon for Wahoo shots and the tuna bite moves around the clock willy nilly, take your shots.

To learn more about Key West fishing  just call my office speak to Island Genn or Radar about your needs. We always answer the phone and are willing to help you plan every facet of your Key West fishing experience. 

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