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Big Fish And Little Plastic Boats By Nick Carter; Photos by Eric McDonald

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hese guys stole a chapter out of “The Old Man and the Sea.” While fishing a 2014 kayak tournament in the Bahamas, angler Matt Eckert had an adventure of epic proportions. He hooked into a 500-pound blue marlin while sitting on the deck of a little plastic boat. It dragged him 32 miles over an 11-hour fight. Eckert admits he was unbelievably lucky to get his hands on the leader, making it an official catch before the fish continued having its way with him. “I grabbed the leader with my hand, and it was like a bomb went off next to me. It almost spooled me 10 hours into the fight,” Eckert said. “The only reason I was able to get the leader was he made a big airplane turn and swam right by me.” That’s about as extreme as fishing gets. The kayak trips Eckert and his partner Eric McDonald guide out of Boynton Beach, Fla., might seem tame in comparison. But there aren’t many who would consider catching sailfish from a kayak to be tame. Deep Blue Kayak Fishing offers standard inshore and freshwater trips, but they specialize in taking groups of up to six anglers off the beach in rigged-out peddle-drive Hobie kayaks to chase big pelagics. They don’t use motherships or support boats. Their location on the southeast coast of Florida is one of the only places in the world where their style of fishing is possible. At times, the Gulf Stream swings in as close as 8 miles off the beach and brings with it fishing that would normally require long runs offshore. “When the east wind picks up, it brings everything in,” said McDonald. “It brings in the grass and the baitfish, which brings in the pelagics.” Deep Blue doesn’t force clients on an 8-mile death-peddle out to the Gulf Stream. Less than a half-mile off the beach, the reef tops out at about 45 feet and drops precipitously into 100-foot depths on the backside. Within sight of shore, they drift with the current and slowly peddle-troll live baits from the reef out into 200-foot depths and back. Each kayak pulls a single bait on a kingfish-style rig, and six anglers working together can pull a pretty impressive spread. The fish are impressive, too. “We’re so close to the Gulf Stream, you never know what you’re going to get,” said McDonald. “It seems like everyone wants a billfish, and sailfish are our most common catch. It’s sailfish from October into maybe June. Then the rest of the year it’s big king mackerel.” A smoker king or 65-pound sailfish will take a kayak angler on a

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serious sleigh ride. The typical fight stretches out over 3 or 4 miles of water and lasts anywhere from 45 minutes to two hours. “We usually start out trying to get a sailfish first thing in the morning. Then you’re trolling looking for meat,” McDonald said. “A good day would consist of a sailfish and three or four more meat fish.” Kingfish, blackfin tuna, wahoo, mahi-mahi, grouper, snapper and cobia are some of the species that regularly find a spot in the deck-mounted fish bags. Because of a kayak’s limited range, Deep Blue stays in contact with the local charter fleet to share intel, and word of a good grass line might call for a trek out into 400-foot depths in search of mahi. But what kayaks lack in range they make up for in stealth. McDonald said they are sometimes able to peddle over and through bait balls and schooling fish that an outboard would definitely spook. “We just look like another piece of debris floating out there,” he said. “We get a lot of sea turtles that come check us out, and a lot of times mahi will be right under the boat.” Because of the physical nature of kayak fishing, Deep Blue limits its trips to five hours on the water. Depending on the wind and currents, a five-hour drift can take you 20 miles or more from where you put in. But they won’t make you peddle all the way back to the put-in. With a series of different take-out points, the end of a trip is usually a straight shot back to shore, hopefully in a kayak loaded down with fresh fish. Check out Deep Blue Kayak Fishing Charters at deepbluekayakfishing.com or give them a call at (561) 350-8764.

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Putting In The Time:The Man Behind The Design By Ryan Drygas

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evin Hawkins, owner of Kaku Kayaks, is not your typical kayak manufacturer. He’s a fisherman who tests and uses his own product and has made a living doing what he loves. In the quiet beachfront town of Tarpon Springs, Fla. Kaku Kayaks was born out of the idea of “life on the water.” Initially, Hawkins took up kayaking to get into springs, go scalloping, spearfishing and basic exercise. He fell in love with the ease of use, the peace of the water and the idea that you can pick-up and drop-in anywhere and take off to parts unknown. What started as a hobby turned into a passion, and an idea was born. At the time, Hawkins also had an interest in mountain biking, so in 2007 he started an outfitter shop to combine his two favorite outdoor activities. As time went on, Hawkins realized the products

he was selling weren’t holding up to his idea of a true paddle-craft, so he made the decision to stop reselling and focus on inventing. The idea was there, the knowledge was out there, all he had to do was find a way to put it all together. Hawkins spent five years working in other fields and saving money. All the while, he was learning the trade of roto-molding, studying different plastics, shaping, design and everything else he could possibly absorb about creating the perfect paddle-craft. Hawkins slowly made his dream become a reality by piecing together his company one step at a time. Eventually, the time came for Kaku Kayak to step out into the world of kayak angling. In late 2014, Hawkins took a crosscountry trip and tested his paddle-craft in every condition of water you can think of. From Florida to Texas, Hawkins fished rivers, creeks, lakes, inlets, offshore oil rigs and everything else in between. When he posted photos showcasing the Kahuna on social media, he knew he was onto something special. The Kahuna just might be the ultimate fishing SUP, designed, tested and tweaked by a hardcore fisherman. The response flooded in, with comments like: “Where can I get that?” and “That looks like a fisherman’s dream.” Requests for the Kahuna were not in short supply. Hawkins’ dream had become a reality, but he knew his inventing days weren’t over. The success of the Kahuna led to the birth of the Wahoo, a kayak fisherman’s dream. Designed to be simplistic yet fully capable of top-of-the-line rigging, the Wahoo will cut through the water like a downhill train. People from all over the country were noticing the unique design of the paddle-crafts coming out of Kaku Kayak. Still, Hawkins knew he could do more. The blended idea of the Kahuna and Wahoo brought forth one of today’s most sought-after paddle-crafts. The Voodoo is a combination of Kayak and SUP, a design that is a perfect mix of balance, comfort and mobility. We can only imagine what is going to come out of Kaku Kayak in the future! Check out Kaku Kayak at kakukayak.com.

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BOAT REVIEW NuCanoe Frontier 12

The NuCanoe Frontier 12 is an incredible fishing platform. Just spend a few minutes fishing on the Frontier 12, and you’ll be hooked. First thing you’ll notice is that, unlike other kayaks, it has a very clean deck with a lot of open space. There’s not a lot to get in your way, and there’s no limit to how you can set it up and outfit it. Solo or tandem, rigged up or stripped down, paddle, trolling motor or outboard, the options are unlimited. You’ll be blown away by the Frontier 12’s stability. It’s unlike any canoe or kayak you’ve been in before. You feel completely comfortable whether seated or standing. Your movements barely affect how it rides on the water. So, when it comes time to cast and fight a fish, you’re not even thinking about being in a kayak, you’re just locked in to the battle! Adding an outboard to the Frontier 12 is an ideal solution for anglers who want a great fishing experience but don’t want to spend a lot of time paddling. The Honda 2.3hp outboard moves the Frontier 12 at a very nice clip and is surprisingly easy to control. Whether you are going 500 feet or 5 miles, the outboard will get you to where you want to be quickly and comfortably. Then kill the motor, grab your rod, stand up and enjoy your unlimited fishing experience.

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For more than a decade, Hobie’s Mirage Outback has peddled along without any major redesigns. With a kayak this close to perfection, there hasn’t been a need. However, for 2019, Hobie has taken the world’s best-selling pedaldrive kayak and made it even better. The 2019 Mirage Outback is a fishing machine built to handle any trip, from pond prowling to offshore expeditions. An extra-wide deck offers an improved and more stable casting platform and vantage point for sight fishing. The revolutionary Guardian Transducer Shield protects your vision below. The new Vantage CTW seat is roomier and more comfortable. Four molded-in rod holders, multiple deluxe H-Track mounts and numerous high-capacity storage compartments ensure all your gear is at your fingertips. Powered by the MirageDrive 180 with ARC Cranks + Turbo Fins, this vessel is versatile, fast, quiet and nimble. It now features the Kick-Up Rudder system with dual steering.

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as well as a standing platform, without having to adjust anything. It’s mounted securely on 30-inch aluminum tracks, allowing for trimming as necessary. Top it all off with great storage and five Micro Powerpole mounts, which allow for multiple or single Powerpoles while also offering motor mounting. Check out the Voodoo’s higher-level capabilities today.

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2. 4. Watershed Goforth Duffel

A dry bag is a necessity when you’re fishing from a kayak, canoe or SUP. Watershed’s Goforth is a darn good one. Step on it, stand on it or stomp around on it, no matter what you do, it won’t leak. The Goforth is a dry bag with mobility and versatility in mind. It features low-profile lash points along with a 2” nylon removable waist belt to make it ideal for on-the-go water enthusiasts. From the incredibly strong Airtight ZipDry closure to the 420 denier Cordura nylon ripstop fabric coated with polyurethane, it’s hard to know what to love most about the Goforth. Ideal for fishing, boating or just messing about on the water, this madein-the-U.S.A. duffel also features rugged carrying handles and multiple compression straps. Plus, it looks great on! Specs: Dimensions Rolled - 9”x16”x7.25” Capacity Rolled - 640 cu in (10.5L) Opening Size - 13” Weight - 1.5 lbs.

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The new Savanna from Salt Marsh Skiffs is a kayak/skiff hybrid that offers a kayak’s ease of use with the capability to handle more diverse conditions and loads. Designed to handle two full size adults, it has a self-bailing cockpit fully loaded. The overall length of 14’ is long enough to accommodate 4 fly rods. The beam is 40” at the waterline, offering great stability that makes it a great fishing platform. The Savanna can be paddled, rowed, poled or powered depending on the need. It can putt around with a lightweight 2.5hp outboard or go long distance at up to 21mph with a 9.9hp engine. Perhaps the most intriguing option is the 3hp electric engine capable of cruising at 3mph with a range of up to 12-miles. For short bursts, the electric can reach speeds close to 6mph. The Savanna is right at home in rougher water and heavy boat traffic with a 14” free board. It can be easily be equipped for a variety of uses with the many accessories available from the kayak fishing world. If you’re ready to move up from a kayak and expand your horizons without the complexity and expense of a full-size skiff, the Savanna deserves a look.

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DeFoe Slams Door On Hometown Bassmaster Classic Victory B.A.S.S. photo by Andy Crawford

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or decades, it seemed almost impossible for an angler to win the Bassmaster Classic in his home state. Now it’s happened four times in six years. On the final day of the Classic March 17, Tennessee pro Ott DeFoe, of Knoxville, caught five bass that weighed 18 pounds, 14 ounces to win the Super Bowl of Bass Fishing and the $300,000 prize. The event was held on the Tennessee River in Knoxville. DeFoe’s three-day total weight of 49-3

helped him slip past second-place angler Jacob Wheeler at the weighin before a raucous home crowd at the University of Tennessee’s Thompson-Boling Arena. The world-championship bass tournament drew a record attendance of 153,809. “This is a dream come true—a dream I’ve had since I was a 9-yearold kid,” said DeFoe. “When we came over here and did the walkthrough the day before the tournament, I actually imagined hearing my name after the words ‘Bassmaster Classic champion.’ “For it to happen now… I just keep thinking I’m gonna wake up.” DeFoe lives in Knoxville—and since few others in the 52-angler field had much experience on the tournament waters of Fort Loudon and Tellico lakes—he was one of the obvious favorites coming into the event. But things didn’t go smoothly for him all three days. After catching 20 pounds during Friday’s opening round, DeFoe caught five bass that weighed just 10-5 Saturday—and he said that tough day might have been the best thing that could have happened. “If I would have had a good Day 2—if I’d had even 14 or 15 pounds—I might have been totally committed to what I was doing,” DeFoe said. “…But the fact that it just didn’t work for me, that caused me to just scrap it all. I just

went fishing today, and that’s exactly what I needed to do.” DeFoe spent Day 1 far from the shoreline fishing shallow tips of points. His primary bait was a Storm Arashi Vibe lipless crankbait in the “rusty craw” pattern, which he doctored with orange, red and black Sharpies. On the second day, DeFoe switched to shallow boat docks when a strong north wind interfered with his pattern. His bait of choice around the docks—a 3/8-ounce bladed jig— helped him land three of his five keepers on Day 2. He used the bladed jig again Sunday but moved to the outside wall of a marina after a conversation with Keith Poche, a Classic competitor who failed to make the cut for Championship Sunday. On the water Sunday, after boating one of the bass that helped seal the victory, Defoe said he was going to give Poche a big old bear hug.

Bassmaster Classic Top-10 1. Ott Defoe, 49-3, $302,500 2. Jacob Wheeler, 45-3, $52,500 3. Jesse Wiggins, 43-14, $40,000 4. Michael Iaconelli, 42-9, $30,000 5. Mark Daniels Jr., 41-12, $26,250 6. Brandon Lester, 40-5, $22,000 7. Wesley Strader, 39-8, $21,500 8. Edwin Evers, 39-7, $22,250 9. Dean Rojas, 35-6, $20,500 10. Brandon Palaniuk, 34-15, $20,000

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tand up paddling covers a wide variety of activities. From the casual cruise on a calm lake to adrenaline fueled wave surfing. But I’ve found myself spending more time on my stand up paddleboard (SUP) with a fishing rod. Two good friends, Chris Hollingsworth and Ken Hoeve, opened my eyes to world of SUP fishing. Hearing their stories, seeing the fish they caught and the ear-to-ear smiles are what inspired me. I grew up on a small New England lake, where I spent countless hours fishing. But I never really thought about fishing from an SUP… until speaking with Chris and Ken. Besides hearing the stories and seeing the fun times, the biggest appeal of SUP fishing is its simplicity. All you need is a board, a paddle and a fishing rod. Whether you’re an angler who wants to try fishing from an SUP or a paddler interested in fishing, here are some tips for getting into SUP fishing. • What’s the right board? These days, manufacturers make fishing-specific boards that make fishing from an SUP easier. They are awesome, but they’re not absolutely necessary for someone just getting started. The most important thing is to find a board you can comfortably paddle without falling in. My general rule is a board over 30 inches wide and longer than 10 feet. It will have the stability to stand and fish, while remaining portable. If you’re concerned about falling in or losing your fishing gear, use a tether to tie it off to your board. Don’t tie gear to your person, it could hinder your ability to swim if you do fall in. • Where and when to go? Like any outdoor activity, and probably more so, weather is crucial. With an SUP, calm days are definitely better. Wind and rough conditions make it challenging, which eliminates the fun factor. Smaller bodies of water are a great place to start, as they are more protected from wind and do not have a lot of boat traffic. For these reasons, I prefer freshwater lakes. But a little experience on a board opens up a whole world of inshore action on saltwater. An SUP is a great, elevated platform to fish from during a calm day along the mangroves or up in the backwaters. • What to bring? For beginners, it’s best to keep it simple. I started SUP fishing

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with one spinning rod, pre-rigged with a single tried-and-true lure. It limited my catch, but having just one option allows you to enjoy time on the water without fussing with gear. Again, experience will guide preferences, but starting simple can save a lot of headaches. Of course the safety rules of SUP still apply. You’ll need a paddle leash and a lifejacket. • What to fish for? I really enjoy bass fishing, but some of my most fun days were with my nephews catching perch. Other people seek out trout in rivers and saltwater fish like snook, seatrout and redfish. If it can be caught from a boat, it can be caught from atop an SUP. Head out on the water, take a few casts and see what you think. If it develops into a passion, you might find yourself paddling a board that resembles a fully rigged fishing skiff.

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Capt Sonny Schindler Shore Thing Fishing Charters Bay St Louis, MS

It’s all about finding the salty water this month. It’s out there, you just gotta be prepared to run. Keep moving and if you have other buddies on the water, work to together with them. This is also a great time to monitor fishing forums online, if only to find the “good water”. MS Coastal Angler has a Facebook page that is always very helpful. Let’s just assume we catch a break, and we get some salty water off Hancock and Harrison County. One of our favorite things to do in early April is chase those big “sea monster” black drum. The Bay and the near shore reefs should be full of these big brutes. Be prepared to chase these massive beasts, during the fight, some of them can easily go well over 40 POUNDS. There should still be plenty of reds, sheepshead and flounder lurking around. Everyone will be waiting for that first big wave of speckled trout to roll in. The easiest way to find the school trout, will be to chase the diving gulls out front. Typically the Isle Au Pitre area in the LA Marsh is where that first big push will be. My go to set up for all of the above, is the Okuma Helios 30 class spinner, spooled with 20lb braided line. The Okuma Reflexion series spinning rods have been working great too. Gotta go to know this time of year, so get out there and explore. Step outside your comfort zone and explore some new areas. As always, have fun and be safe

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Inshore Red and Black

This month we are going to be doing a lot of fishing around piers and old docks in mouth of the bay. Our typical day begins with loading up on live shrimp from the bait shop in Ocean Springs and heading to work known hot spots around deer island. Fishing near the casinos and rock jetties should produce some of Redfish and Black Drum. The occasional Sheepshead or Flounder may surprise you as they seem to move through the area with the tide. While fishing this area, the go to rig is a live shrimp rigged “Carolina” style. This rig is put together with a one half ounce egg sinker above a swivel. South of the swivel I use an 18” long 20 pound fluorocarbon leader with a number two live bait hook snelled on. As the sun gets higher off the horizon we will head up further into the bay, targeting the mouths of the bayous. Most of the bayous in the area have plenty of derelict piers left over from Hurricane Katrina and other previous storms. These piers are the perfect structure to find slot Redfish and Black drum. Targeting docks and pilings require precision casts to be made to the base of the structure. Once the tackle hits the water, leave the bail open, let the bait sink straight down. After the bait is sitting on the bottom in the “Strike-Zone”, reel in the slack in the line and wait for the double tap of the fish eating the bait shrimp. Set the hook and work the fish out of any structure that he may have gotten wrapped around. Don’t stress about getting hung up and loosing tackle, it’s inevitable when fishing this close to structure. There aren’t enough hours in the day to fish all of the structure in the area. Once we’ve caught our limit or have enough meat in the box , it’s time to make the short run back to the dock. Fishing inshore waters in the month of April can be an exciting and rewarding time of year to get out on the water. Have Fun and Be Safe Capt. David Kuehn Reel Southern Charters 228-860-0068

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Pass Christian Tide Chart Louisiana, South Pass, Pass Christian Yacht Club, Mississippi Sound

April 2019

N 30° 18.6' / W 89° 14.7' Date

Day

High Tide

1

Mo

10:12p 1.2

High Tide

6:37a 0.1

Low Tide

Low Tide

Sunrise

Sunset

Moonrise

Moonset

6:47a

7:15p

4:56a

4:11p

2

Tu

11:29p 1.1

7:01a 0.3

3

We

1:47p 0.7

7:10a 0.6

4:58p 0.6

6:45a

7:15p

5:31a

5:04p

6:44a

7:16p

6:04a

4

Th

12:43a 1.0

12:43p 0.8

6:58a 0.7

5:57p

6:32p 0.6

6:43a

7:16p

6:36a

5

Fr

2:08a 1.0

12:27p 1.0

6:13a 0.8

6:50p

7:45p 0.4

6:42a

7:17p

7:09a

6

Sa

12:35p 1.2

7:44p

8:56p 0.3

6:41a

7:18p

7:42a

8:40p

7

Su

8

Mo

12:56p 1.4

10:10p 0.1

6:40a

7:18p

8:17a

9:37p

1:26p 1.6

11:27p 0.0

6:39a

7:19p

8:55a

10:36p 11:35p

9

Tu

2:01p 1.8

6:37a

7:19p

9:38a

10

We

2:43p 1.9

12:43a -0.1

6:36a

7:20p

10:25a

11

Th

3:32p 2.1

1:54a -0.3

6:35a

7:20p

11:18a

12:35a

12

Fr

4:30p 1.9

2:58a -0.3

6:34a

7:21p

12:17p

1:33a

13

Sa

5:40p 1.9

3:57a -0.3

6:33a

7:22p

1:20p

2:28a

14

Su

7:13p 1.8

4:52a -0.3

6:32a

7:22p

2:25p

3:19a

15

Mo

9:11p 1.5

5:42a 0.0

6:31a

7:23p

3:32p

4:06a

16

Tu

11:17p 1.4

6:23a 0.3

6:30a

7:23p

4:38p

4:49a

17

We

12:59p 0.8

6:48a 0.7

5:43p 0.7

6:29a

7:24p

5:44p

5:30a

18

Th

1:35a 1.1

6:24a 1.0

7:18p 0.4

6:28a

7:24p

6:49p

6:09a

19

Fr

11:39a 1.4

8:35p 0.1

6:27a

7:25p

7:53p

6:49a

20

Sa

12:00p 1.6

9:47p 0.0

6:26a

7:26p

8:57p

7:29a

21

Su

12:34p 1.9

10:55p -0.1

6:25a

7:26p

9:59p

8:11a

22

Mo

1:12p 2.1

6:24a

7:27p

10:58p

8:55a

23

Tu

1:51p 2.1

12:00a -0.1

6:23a

7:27p

11:54p

24

We

2:31p 2.1

1:01a -0.1

6:22a

7:28p

25

Th

3:10p 1.9

1:56a -0.1

6:21a

7:29p

12:47a

11:24a

26

Fr

3:52p 1.8

2:46a 0.0

6:20a

7:29p

1:34a

12:17p

27

Sa

4:37p 1.6

3:31a 0.1

6:19a

7:30p

2:17a

1:10p

28

Su

5:35p 1.4

4:09a 0.3

6:18a

7:30p

2:55a

2:03p

29

Mo

7:36p 1.2

4:40a 0.4

6:17a

7:31p

3:31a

2:56p

30

Tu

1:26p 1.1

6:16a

7:32p

4:05a

3:49p

11:50a 1.1

10:26p 1.1

4:56a 0.7

4:55p 1.0

Phase

New

1st

Full

9:42a 10:32a 3rd

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It’s Almost Trout Tournament Time- Kyle Johnson That’s right! May is just around the corner, and it marks the start of Speckled Trout Tournaments. Big fish, big money, and good times is what it’s all about. In its heyday, the trout tournament scene had multiple trout tournaments with payouts of $10,000 and up. Unfortunately for us trout addicts, the biggest pay out tournaments have mostly dwindled away. Most of the fishing tourneys along the Coast nowadays are multiple species with trout thrown in there, but one group of anglers is getting back to their roots. Last year Capt. Jeremy McHugh hosted the Speckled Trout Shootout in conjunction with the Mississippi Deep Sea Rodeo. The Shootout was a massive hit with 32 teams registered, 120 anglers and over $8,500 in cash payouts! This year Jeremy is confident that payout will be getting closer to $10,000 like the good ole days. Just to be clear here, we aren’t talking about a $10,000 payout that is divided into multiple species. We are talking ten grand for speckled trout only! With the help of one of the Coast’s most experienced weigh-masters, Capt Mark Wright, this years Shootout is bound to be a success. “We have a new venue this year at the Long Beach Harbor, and have teamed up with Long Beach Harbor Market” says Jeremy. “What made the shootout so successful last year was our unique format of boat checks, shotgun start, and doing everything in our power to keep things fair.” He goes on to say. The shootout will be held at Long Beach Harbor on May 11th with an entry fee of $150 per team (up to 4 anglers per team). For more information contact Jeremey McHugh at 228-697-9002 or look them up on Facebook at Speckled Trout Shootout

Biloxi Tide Chart Rocky Brooks

Louisiana, South Pass, Biloxi (Cadet Point), Biloxi Bay

April 2019

N 30° 23.4' / W 88° 51.4'

April’s lure of the month is going to be the Slick Lure. Very similar to a Paul Brown Devil, but instead of having an exposed treble hook that gets snagged easily, this comes with a 4/0 Owner Beast hook that allows it to be rigged weedless! It’s deadly around rocks, oysters, and over grass beds. You can work it as if you were Bass fishing slow with a worm. They come in many great colors but the most popular is the Mad Mullet. You’re definitely missing out if you don’t have couple of these in your box!

Date

Day

High Tide

1

Mo

9:40p 1.2

High Tide

6:03a 0.1

Low Tide

Low Tide

Sunrise

Sunset

Moonrise

Moonset

6:47a

7:15p

4:56a

4:11p

2

Tu

10:57p 1.1

6:27a 0.3

3

We

1:15p 0.7

6:36a 0.6

4:24p 0.6

6:45a

7:15p

5:31a

5:04p

6:44a

7:16p

6:04a

4

Th

12:11a 1.0

12:11p 0.8

6:24a 0.7

5:57p

5:58p 0.6

6:43a

7:16p

6:36a

5

Fr

1:36a 1.0

11:55a 1.0

5:39a 0.8

6:50p

7:11p 0.4

6:42a

7:17p

7:09a

6

Sa

12:03p 1.2

7:44p

8:22p 0.3

6:41a

7:18p

7:42a

8:40p

7

Su

8

Mo

12:24p 1.4

9:36p 0.1

6:40a

7:18p

8:17a

9:37p

12:54p 1.7

10:53p 0.0

6:39a

7:19p

8:55a

10:36p 11:35p

9

Tu

1:29p 1.8

6:37a

7:19p

9:38a

10

We

2:11p 1.9

12:09a -0.1

6:36a

7:20p

10:25a

11

Th

3:00p 2.1

1:20a -0.3

6:35a

7:20p

11:18a

12:35a

12

Fr

3:58p 1.9

2:24a -0.3

6:34a

7:21p

12:17p

1:33a

13

Sa

5:08p 1.9

3:23a -0.3

6:33a

7:22p

1:20p

2:28a

14

Su

6:41p 1.8

4:18a -0.3

6:32a

7:22p

2:25p

3:19a

15

Mo

8:39p 1.5

5:08a 0.0

6:31a

7:23p

3:32p

4:06a

16

Tu

10:45p 1.4

5:49a 0.3

6:30a

7:23p

4:38p

4:49a

17

We

12:27p 0.8

6:14a 0.7

5:09p 0.7

6:29a

7:24p

5:44p

5:30a

18

Th

1:03a 1.1

5:50a 1.0

6:44p 0.4

6:28a

7:24p

6:49p

6:09a

19

Fr

11:07a 1.4

8:01p 0.1

6:27a

7:25p

7:53p

6:49a

20

Sa

11:28a 1.7

9:13p 0.0

6:26a

7:26p

8:57p

7:29a

21

Su

12:02p 1.9

10:21p -0.1

6:25a

7:26p

9:59p

8:11a

22

Mo

12:40p 2.1

11:26p -0.1

6:24a

7:27p

10:58p

8:55a

23

Tu

1:19p 2.1

6:23a

7:27p

11:54p

24

We

1:59p 2.1

12:27a -0.1

6:22a

7:28p

25

Th

2:38p 1.9

1:22a -0.1

6:21a

7:29p

12:47a

11:24a

26

Fr

3:20p 1.8

2:12a 0.0

6:20a

7:29p

1:34a

12:17p

27

Sa

4:05p 1.7

2:57a 0.1

6:19a

7:30p

2:17a

1:10p

28

Su

5:03p 1.4

3:35a 0.3

6:18a

7:30p

2:55a

2:03p

29

Mo

7:04p 1.2

4:06a 0.4

6:17a

7:31p

3:31a

2:56p

30

Tu

12:54p 1.1

6:16a

7:32p

4:05a

3:49p

11:18a 1.1

9:54p 1.1

4:22a 0.7

4:21p 1.0

Phase

New

1st

Full

9:42a 10:32a 3rd

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Find a New Species

Jeff Jones Brackish Coast Outdoors

The few people that fish with me regularly, know exactly how excited I get when I get the chance to catch a species of fish that I haven’t caught before. Not only does it expand your knowledge of fish in general, it can greatly improve your angling skills. Predatory fish all basically have the same instincts, but the differences in their environments can open your mind to presentations and angling techniques you might not currently utilize. I want to talk about two different species of black bass I’ve had the chance to pursue lately. First the spotted bass. These fish are pretty common in this particular region, but there’s a lot of people that don’t even know they exist. To the older generation, they were referred to as “smallmouth bass” or “red eye bass”. Actually both of those are different species of black bass but they aren’t native to our region. The spotted bass is very similar in appearance to the largemouth with distinguishing differences being their jaw line and their dorsal fin. The spots jaw line doesn’t extend past their eye and their two dorsal fins are connected. Aside from differences in characteristics, spots prefer to inhabit moving water, and act much like a smallmouth bass. One of the best spotted bass fisheries around is on Black Creek, between Hattiesburg and Wiggins. Since the creek is shallow and narrow, a kayak or canoe is the obvious best choice to venture out and catch some spots. Time of day isn’t really important when you fish for spots either, as the moving water keeps the fish’s body temperature regulated throughout the day. Just use small minnow imitations and light line. Obviously choosing larger lures will cut down on quantity but should give you a few chances at some bigger fish. If you don’t have a kayak or canoe, you can always rent one from Black Creek Canoe Rental. Brandon can give you advice on where to fish and what they’re biting for when you go. Just give him a call to schedule a rental. (601)582-8817 If you’re feeling adventurous and really want to dive in to a unique and beautiful fishery, head East. Just 4-5 hours away there is a very regional specific black bass species that is even less known. The Suwannee Bass. They are by far one the most beautiful freshwater species I’ve had the honor of catching and photographing. They only exist in the Ochlockonee and Suwannee River basins in Florida and South Georgia. They have a turquoise like color on their cheeks and belly. This species inhabits mostly moving water and will readily attack nearly any moving lure. If you are only going for one day, I highly recommend going with an experienced river guide. Harry, owner of Harry Smith Outdoors in Tallahassee, FL, was able to put our crew on a ton of Suwannee bass, some well above “trophy class” size. Give Harry a call to plan your trip, and tell him I sent you. (850)591-3060 The scenery of Old Florida alone is worth making the trip. Every year I try to catch 10 species of fish that I haven’t caught before. I feel that the experience of researching and pursuing that goal has really improved my angling ability. Of course many of us have known about and caught many spotted bass, but there are even more fishermen who don’t know there’s more than one species of bass in our waters. Take the time to share your knowledge with others. It just might make them smile. Good Vibes, tight lines, and God Bless.

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Keeping the Elements Out of Your Reels Hey guys and gals, judging by the local fishing websites, the spring fishing season is in full swing and there doesn’t seem to be a shortage of trout, redfish or sheepshead. This, of course is a good thing! For me, this signals the start of warmer weather and trips to Petis Bois and Horn where I enjoy wade fishing for trout and reds and of course the ever-present lady fish. This is the time when I start preparing my expensive reels for close contact with damaging salt water. In this piece I will share some of the things I do to keep the damaging salt water out of my reels. First, the best plan is not to “dunk” your equipment in the first place. However, anyone that has fished chest deep in the water knows this is at best very difficult to do, you WILL “dunk” your stuff. That being said, there are a few things you can do to help your equipment. Its always good to start out with a clean and lubricated reel. Grease and oil are not only there to lubricate but also to keep water, especially salt water from contacting the metal parts in your reels which tend to corrode and rust. When I know I am going wade fishing I try to do some preventative maintenance to the reels I will be using but, you can just apply these steps anytime you service your reels. On any baitcast reel, remove the handle assembly and any drag system including tension washers. A good tip is to lay out the order of the parts on a clean towel as you remove them, so you can put them back correctly. The other way to remember is to take a picture before disassembly. Once all of the parts are removed, put a good bit of grease around the shaft where it goes into the side plate (See Pics). This will prevent water from entering the reel. The skirt on the star drag will capture the grease and it won’t be exposed. This protects the ani-reverse bearing and the drag stack. Also, I put a fresh couple of drops of oil on my level wind shaft if so equipped. On any spin cast reel, I remove the drag nut from the spool and remove the spool. Where the spool shaft disappears into the main shaft, I put a bit of grease (See Pics). I then replace the spool and I put a good layer of grease in the drag cap seat and then replace the drag cap. These two steps do the same thing as the grease on

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the baitcaster, it keeps water out of bearings and drags. Most spinning reels have a bottom cap on the frame (See Pcs). Carefully remove the screws that hold it on, taking note of any size difference in the screws for installation. Once the cap is off, put a good bit of grease in the cap, enough so that when you push it on the reel frame it oozes out. This step keeps water out of the body of the reel where there are bearings and gears. Finally, prior to fishing ad a drop or two of oil to the bail line roller bearing (See Pic). This is the most neglected part on a spinning reel. It should go unsaid but after fishing give your reels a good thorough cleaning. If you really “dunk” one good, take it apart and clean it. Don’t put it off, your wallet will regret it. I hope this gives you some tools to preserve the equipment that gives us all such happiness. Of course, if anybody has any further questions or concerns send me an email or give me a call and I will be glad to help you. As usual enjoy your time on the water, take care of your equipment and it will take care of you.

Tim Prochilo is the owner of Reel Smooth Reel Repair and Servicing in Pascagoula, MS. You can reach him at reelsmoothreelrepair@yahoo.com

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Reel Southern Charters was invited to bring our 21 foot center console boat to Coastal Ceramic Coatings in Gulfport, Mississippi for a full ceramic coating of the boat. Upon arrival at their shop you will notice the clean and organized work area. Once greeted by one of the professional technicians, they will go over in detail the process of what will be done to the boat. Depending on the severity of scratches and scuffs on the boat will determine the amount of time and the number of steps needed to correct the gel coat prior to application of the product. With charter fishing season in full swing, down time of the boat had to be at a minimum. They had the boat done and ready to pick up within three days of dropping it off. The team at Coastal Ceramic Coating promised the cleaning time of the boat would be cut down to a fraction of the time it would take before and they did not disappoint. When picking up the boat I was amazed at the shine and the look of the boat. Two years of hard use and fishing was erased. The boat has been fished over a dozen times since the application of the Feynlab Coating and still the cleaning process is simply spraying the boat with a hose to remove most all of the dried blood and clients muddy foot prints. The remaining is easily wiped away with a wet rag. I would recommend this for any fisherman or boater that wants to easily maintain the new boat look throughout the years.

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OFFSHORE FISHING REPORT April Report By Prostaff Derek Stiglet It’s April and spring time is here which also brings along some warmer weather as the cold fronts begin to fade out. A species that is beginning to be more prevalent in the Gulf waters off of the coast of Mississippi and Louisiana in the last few years is the African Pompano. The table fare of this fish is very good as well. It’s a hard fighting fish that will peel some drag as they make their run after the hook set. The African Pompano tends to inhabit offshore structure such as oil/gas platforms and underwater structures such as shipwrecks and even natural bottom areas that are scattered along our waters. I typically find them in a depth range around 25 fathoms to 50 fathoms which is the same as roughly 150ft-300ft depths. They tend to be at a variety of depths in the water column. Having a good bottom sounder could be helpful in locating them as you search around the structure. Typically I’ll catch them by using the Jigging method with either a vertical jig or a buck tail jig of almost any sort with a curly tail attached. I’ll rig my Spinning outfit which is a Penn Spinfisher V 8500 on a Penn Carnage jigging rod. I’ll spool the reel with 80lb Power Pro Super Slick braid and top it off with a 60lb top shot of Seaguar Flourocarbon leader to give the line the ability to stretch while fighting this brute of a fish. The African Pompano will hit hard like an Amberjack and put up a tough fight and eventually will sometimes give up as it nears the surface. Sometimes it will also be a fight until the end. Strong tackle and gear is a must in order to land these hard fighting fish as they fight for cover inside the structure.

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Paddle Sports As I ponder where to start this month’s article, I can’t help but to think about some of my first experiences on a kayak in Mississippi. Shortly after I bought my first “boat”, which was a very small sit-on-top that tracked pretty well and was very stable, a group of people got together because of a little push from two motivated ladies who owned South Coast Paddling Co. in Ocean Springs and had the brainchild of a week long paddling festival called SouthCoast Summerfest. Thankfully, because of Cynthia Ramsuir and Leah Bray, several events happened in Pascagoula and brought many paddlers together. From that week, in June 2012, the Pascagoula Paradise Paddlers (PPP) were born. Since then the PPP, a group of 6 individuals who plan a monthly outing that is suitable for anyone to paddle. While making great friends, we have also experienced a very wide variety of paddling opportunities. Jackson County, her Cities as well as private land owners offer public boat ramps to almost any waterway you would like to experience. One place we revisit at least once a year is Bayou Cumbest, where you can experience very calm waters but gain access to Bangs Lake and its many oyster middens and the Mississippi Sound. Presley’s Outing, is a private development that is open to the public in East Jackson County located on the Escatawpa River where you can access the very scenic Franklin Creek. The Pascagoula River offers many access points and a variety of paddling opportunities. Launching from Cumbest Bluff, Clark Bayou or Little River Marina you can access the MS Wildlife Management Areas (WMA) which showcase the fairly wide main (Pascagoula) river as well as many smaller picturesque bayous such as Creole Bayou where you can also take a dog leg to the east to view the beautiful Whiskey Bayou. Launching from Poticaw Bayou in Vancleave is another favorite. The friendly houseboat owners usually offer greetings and some cheer. They are always willing to point you in the direction you need to go to see some really unique environments. Paddling to Parish Lake offers large Cypress trees and is a fairly easy paddle from Poticaw. Another great paddle from this launch spot is Ward Bayou where you will find a beautiful calm water paddle which offers undisturbed pollen coated waters during the Spring. The lower Pascagoula River offers areas like Krebs Lake, McInnis Bayou, Marsh Lake, Beardslee Lake, Mary Walker Bayou, Sioux Bayou and many, many more. Bayou Castelle offering the Sand Hill Crane Refuge can be accessed from the outfall of Paige Bayou which is accessed from Rouses Marina Rd. in Vancleave. To get involved and paddle some of the best areas in Jackson County, follow the Pascagoula Paradise Paddlers on meetup.com and search for Mississippi Kayaking Meetup Group. There are never any fees to join the group but we eat at some great spots, meet a lot of new friends and experience some of the finest paddling offered in South Mississippi.

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Kayak Springtime

Spring is finally here this month. Warmer days and warmer water should bring the bite on. Early morning and late evenings a top water plug is hard to beat for trout and reds. My “Go To” baits are the Rapala Skitterwalk and the Zara spook Jr. I prefer the natural colors like the blue holographic and bone white. Change the speeds of you retrieval until you find what is working. Always work your bait all the way back to the kayak and don’t be afraid to stop mid retrieval and let your surface walker just sit. Of course Shad Raps and Mirrodines are still doing great fooling trout and reds into striking. Flounder, reds, and specks are still being fooled by Saltwater Assassin sea shads fished slowly along the bottom and drop offs. For Reds and flounder I pair the soft plastics with a 1/4 oz. jig head and for trout i like to use a lighter 1/8 oz. Pro elite jig head Not to miss in April. The IFA Kayak tour gets back in to full swing on April 14th in Jacksonville, Fl. and in Georgetown, S.C on the 28th. This is a CPR (catch photo release) tournament based on your best length of a speckled trout and red fish. The IFA tour has tournaments running all year long from South Carolina to Texas. The Championship will be held in October in Grand Isle, LA. this year and you have to fish 2 IFA events to be qualified. The G.C.K.F.A Speckled Trout Shoot Out is on the 20th for more information sign up with the club. May 4th is the BCKFC’s Paddlepalooza XVI at Bridge side Marina in Grand Isle, LA. This is always a fun tournament with prizes and categories for the whole family. As always we have a running tab on what’s going on in the kayak community at our facebook page Kayak Fishing U. Remember while fishing from a kayak to always think safety. We are low to the water and not always easily seen. Keep a 360 degree light on at dark and low light conditions, wear a PFD, keep hydrated, and let someone know your float plan.

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hen you watch experienced spearos, you will notice they are relaxed in the water, they don’t take long shots, and they make it look easy. You will also notice they have a high percentage of kill shots. That is because they are disciplined and practice good shot placement. Perfect shot placement means you achieve a kill shot, also called “stoning the fish.” In other words, the fish is instantly put to sleep, lifeless as a stone. There’s a multitude of reasons to strive for this shot. For one, a kill shot is the most efficient and humane way to dispatch a fish. With a head shot, the fillets will be in better shape, with no holes, blood marks, or chance of bacteria entering the meat (from a gut shot). Also, the fish does not have a chance to struggle and bend your shaft, or worse yet, to get off the shaft. There are added safety benefits to stoning a fish. You will avoid ringing the dinner bell for sharks attracted to a struggling fish. Also, a live fish has the potential of tangling on the bottom or around you, so a dead fish makes for a much quicker and safer extraction. Finally, if you quietly put the fish to sleep, you won’t spook other fish in the surrounding area, giving you and your buddy a chance at more fish. To stone a fish, the shaft needs to hit the brain or spine. The ideal shot is a quartering shot from above and behind, hitting the spot where the lateral line meets the brain. This sweet spot is at the top of the gills and behind the eyes. Of course, the closer you can get to the fish, the higher the likelihood of proper shot placement.

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ass get away for two basic reasons: the hook coming out of their mouth and line failure. If you can keep those from happening, you’ll land the fish. Sounds simple right? Well, it is and it isn’t. To keep these from happening, you’ve got to have the right combination of hook, line and rod… and then you must use them all properly. Let’s start with the hookset. If the hook isn’t properly buried into the fish’s jaw, it is obviously easier for it to come out. The hookset is predominately a factor of the right hook paired with the right fishing rod. You generally want to use the biggest, sturdiest hook and the heaviest power (basically its stiffness) rod the particular technique and lure will allow. And you’ve got to learn to set the hook as hard as your equipment will allow you. Watch the hooksets of pro anglers on the Bassmaster television show. We do not mess around. The hookset is powerful and fast. The biggest challenge with matching hook and rod power is learning how big you can go with your equipment and still present the bait properly. You’ll get more bites using smaller hooks and lighter line, so you can’t always use the heaviest equipment. Pay close attention to the bait and lure weights that rods are rated for. I

build all my rods with blanks and supplies from Mud Hole Custom Tackle (www.MudHole.com). All of their blanks come with that information included. Winn Grips are a must on all my rods, as they ensure a proper grip on the rod for that big hookset. A good quality hook is one that penetrates a fish’s mouth and stays there until you get your hands on the fish. The sharper the hook, the better it penetrates into the fish’s mouth. Once there, the hook has to be strong enough to not “flex” or open up. A flexing hook takes pressure off the bass and allows him to pull off during the fight. A lot of baits come with cheap hooks that will flex even on the first fish. Lesser-quality hooks will often become dull very quickly, too. Not all hooks are made the same. Mustad is the world’s No. 1 hook seller, and it’s No. 1 for a reason. Fortunately for us bass anglers, years ago Denny Brauer and Kevin VanDam got together with Mustad’s engineers and designers to create the basic hooks needed specifically for bass. Mustad hasn’t stopped improving the line of hooks either. The Big Bite worm hook is a hook I helped them develop. In many countries, they don’t use a separate term for “fish hook.” They simply call it a “Mustad.” In a future article, we’ll discuss fighting the fish and the importance of choosing the right fishing line. Until then, go fishing and work on that hookset!

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MARK SOSIN There is a lesson to be learned. Shortly before he vaulted to stardom on the largemouth bass tournament trail countless years ago, Rick Clunn discovered that he spent so much time searching for magical techniques and secret lures that he almost lost sight of the basics. When he paused to reflect, he realized there were no curealls or panaceas that applied to any type of fishing. The answer centered on a more simplified approach. It suddenly became apparent that almost all bass tournaments were won by somebody who used a spinnerbait, plastic worm or a crankbait. It didn’t matter where the contest was held, who fished it and won, or what time of year it happened to be. Armed with that valuable bit of information, Rick decided to change his own fishing style and substitute simplicity for the complex techniques he clung to in the past. It occurred to him that if he learned to fish these basic lures with equal skill, he should be able to catch fish anywhere. Some of us have a tendency to insist on making fishing much more complicated than it actually is. If fish were that hard to catch, few of us would ever be successful. Impatience and lack of confidence force many anglers to search frantically for solutions that just don’t exist. These fishermen would do better if they learned one or two techniques thoroughly.

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Certainly, there will be times when their basic method does not produce, but over the long run they will catch more fish. My late father never heard of Rick Clunn, nor did he ever fish competitively for anything. Over many years, he fished for countless species in freshwater and salt, always limiting his approach to a few basic lures or some simple bait. When he finally retired and moved to Florida, his lure of choice was a small, yellow bucktail which he could fish better than anyone I ever met. His tackle box became the two side pockets on his jacket. A handful of bucktails were in his right-hand pocket and some leader material in his left pocket. There’s one other facet to Dad’s thinking worth following. He always insisted that the law of averages held the key to success. Those who insist on specializing on a particular species of fish or seek one of an extra large size are missing out on a lot of fun. All you have to do is keep casting and catching. The law of averages will eventually produce trophy fish for you as well as species that seem important. If you’ve been seeking a way to catch more fish on every outing, try this simplified approach that worked for Rick Clunn and my father. Many of the leading anglers of our time depend on it, and it just might turn the trick for you.

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