What’s Biting This Winter
Winter is closing in with a handful of cold days mixed with mostly warm ones, and the fishing has been top-notch.
As the colder weather creeps in, expect much clearer water, tighter schools of fish, and bigger bait pods pushing through the backwaters.
This is my favorite time of year, as visibility is at its best and artificial bait fishing really kicks up a notch.
Recently, my fishing buddies Rusty Roberts, Dave McKinnon and Roddy Rupp all scored some epic catches.
Roddy landed a solid black drum on live shrimp. Dave hooked a few nice redfish using Henn Lures’ Shrinnow, and Rusty sightcasted a beautiful redfish with the Henn Shrimp. As for me, I’ve been on a snook rampage with both the Henn Shrimp and the Shrinnow.
As the water cools, look for groups of trout, redfish and snook stacking up. Keep things quiet and stay as stealthy as possible, and with a little luck, you’ll hook into some solid fish.
Cast Em… Hook Em… And Catch Em!
Best Days to Fish:
December: 4-6, 10-11, 16-22, 26-28
A seasoned fishing guide with an unparalleled knowledge of the area’s backwaters. Beyond the boat, he’s a talented photographer, capturing the natural beauty of Florida’s coast. Patrick is also the creator of Tupat’s Hawaiian Poke Sauce, a culinary favorite featured on menus throughout the United States.
Ponce Inlet December 2025 Tide Report
