it easy for anyone to fish the wrecks located in our area,” said Tom. “But bottom fishing differs from trolling or live lining bait fish. Many fishermen use jigs; they simply drop them to the bottom and then jig them m up attracting fish to leave the e cover of the wreck and feed.” CHARTERS, DRIFT BOATS AND PIERS If you don’t have your own boat there are other alternatives available in this fish friendly area. You can hire a charter boat captain to fish for just about any species biting this summer. They can be a bit expensive for either a half or full day, but you can also hire split charters. This means you’ll be sharing the boat and expenses with a couple of other people. Charters provide the equipment, bait and expertise to catch fish. Drift boats are a bit different. On
these boats you’ll be with numerous other fishermen and they usually “drift” over the wrecks or other bottom structure to catch fish. The cost is less than a charter but it can get crowded. You can find a variety of fishing charters and drift boats at Hillsboro Inlet, Dania Beach and iin Deerfield aat The Cove. They are fa family friendly an and a fun way to spend time w with loved ones or friends. A n o t h e r option for locals and visitors alike are the piers. They are easily accessible in Dania, Ft. Lauderdale and Pompano. They are open to the public and some have bait available. You should bring
your o w n equipment. It’s an enjoyable way to experience fishing and Florida’s sunny weather. LOCAL KNOWLEDGE If you want to hook into a dolphin and see its azure, green and yellow colors erupt, hear your reel scream from a diving kingfish, battle an amberjack that’s as ornery as a rhino, and make memories with friends and family, talk to a local whose fished these waters and doesn’t mind sharing some knowledge. Just call Custom Rod and Reel in Lighthouse Point and ask for Tom. You can reach Tom Greene at Custom Rod and Reel at (954) 7815600 or email anreels@bellsouth.net Tom also has a new book A Net Full of Tails. LP
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