Monthly Archives: November 2012

We are catching Sailfish and Dolphin along with a mix of patch reef fish, including Grouper Snapper and Cero.

Lots of north wind with cooler weather is bringing the water temperatures down in the Key West area and establishing the conditions for good winter fishing. Ballyhoo are congregating in huge schools along the reef and attracting preditors of all kinds. We have been catching Sailfish, Dolphin, Blackfin Tuna, Cero, and Mutton & Yellowtail Snapper all in 20′ – 30′ of water on the shallowest reefs where they are feeding on the plentiful Ballyhoo. It’s quite a sight to see a giant school of Ballyhoo errupt out of the water with countless Frigate birds and sportfish in hot persuit.

We have had a mixed bag of fishing opportunities over the last week. Sailfishing continues to improve, along with King Mackerel, reef fish and even a few late season Dolphin

After more than a week of very strong winds associated with the passage of Hurricane Sandy, calmer conditions have returned. We have also had the first cool weather of the season. Sailfish are increasing in numbers along with Blackfin Tuna. Plenty of Amberjack remain on the wrecks and Yellowtail are biting on the reef edge.