It's not quite spring, but fish still can be had
As we head into the second week of March we are reminded that spring is still a few weeks away, and that all things will improve given the opportunity. Our attitudes are just as important as our escape to leisure pursuits. It is best to refrain from pessimism and remember that old English proverb, "Time and tide wait for no man." I suspect it means for us to act in a timely manner, because you can't regain lost time or opportunity.
Fishing trends likely to continue after the chill
Shallow mud flats continue to hold good concentrations of spottail bass, especially during stages of low tide. While there are a good number of productive baits available, most recent catches have been with the popular Gulp Shad in artificials. For natural baits, mud minnows are still the most productive. Sheepshead action has picked up while trout action remains slow.
With weather change coming, get your gear ready
After all this cold weather we have experienced over the past few weeks, the coming forecast looks promising. Expected highs in the 60s will be a welcome change for anglers and the fish they seek. During the cold months, the slightest rise in temperature will get fish on the move again. If the predictions prove to be false -- nothing seems certain lately -- well, at least it will be a few days closer to spring.
Fishermen should take action now
I realize this is a break from the ordinary, but through subtle manipulation by readers and numerous requests for my opinion I offer the following...
Even a fish from AMC is worth catching
AMC was an American automobile company founded in 1954. It was bought out by Chrysler in 1987 and renamed Eagle. What's this got to do with fish and fishing?
Sun, low tides are angler's best friend these days
Colder temperatures and clear waters have a good many species grouped tightly together. Strikes are slow, but the action will pick up once the sun breaks overhead.
Crab pots say the darndest things
When Jan and Jay moved from Florida to the Lowcountry, it was expected things would be a bit different.
Fishing success can be found around structure, big or small
Finding productive fishing spots has become a bit more of a chore than past years. Shoreline renovation and construction has changed the flow of many feeder creeks. Where once productive drops were found, they are now barren.
Fishing requires certain standard of etiquette
More and more tournaments are being held each year. While some are well organized, help the environment, promote the species and ensure safety, there are many smaller tournaments that may not be so inclined.
New year brings a few questions to answer
There were quite a few questions left unanswered from 2009, but I have left most of those for others to ponder. In 2010, I have resolved myself to questions less urgent.
Alaskans know truth about Santa's helpers
The heated presidential debates last year sparked a few possibilities for future columns. When Sarah Palin came on the scene, I thought it would be a good idea to learn more of the one state I have not visited. However, seeing as how the far Northwest has little to share in common with those of a more southerly posture, I tabled the research until recently.
Governor's Cup encourages conservation of marine resources
The partnership between the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources and the Governor's Cup Billfishing Series has provided an important link to the sportfishing community and has allowed for an extremely efficient and cost-effective means for gathering important scientific data useful for managing the fishery. South Carolina's natural resources are essential for economic development and contribute nearly $30 billion and 230,000 jobs to the state's economy annually.
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