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From bitter early morning cold through late-afternoon storms, the outside elements can be a distraction when you’re zoning in on the end of your line. Simms’ men’s Challenger Jacket fights back against the elements with heavy-duty Toray fabric and fully taped seams for completely waterproof, breathable comfort. Fleece-lined pockets warm your hands in the most numbing weather. An adjustable storm hood packs away in the collar, and a storm flap with water-resistant zippers adds protection from the driving rain. This jacket will keep you warm and dry while you fish, regardless of the type of fishing you do.
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oo many anglers blame what they consider the obvious when they are not catching fish. They reason that the fish aren’t hungry, they’re not fishing in the right spot, or the lure they have chosen is not producing the results they expected. Sometimes, it merely takes a subtle touch to turn frustration into success. Although my father fished around the bend many years ago, I still marvel at his skill working a yellow Upperman bucktail in the ¼- or 3/8-ounce size. To this day, I have never met an angler who could come close to matching his success with that single lure. He caught countless species on that bucktail, from striped bass, bluefish and weakfish, to redfish, trout, bonefish, permit and tarpon. Even when I stood next to him and tried to match his every move, I fell far short. What that taught me is that some simple thing in the retrieve (or lack of one) can make a major difference. Let me share a few examples with you. Two of us fishing side-by-side were casting MirrOlures. They were the same model and the same color. He would get strike after strike, while I could barely get a fish to hit my lure. No matter how closely I watched him, I couldn’t detect any difference in the area we fished and the speed of the retrieve. I had to threaten to physically harm him if he didn’t tell me what he was doing. The only difference was that he occasionally vibrated his wrist on the hand
holding the rod. That caused the lure to flash just like a baitfish, and a predator reacted to that instantly. In another example, my friend and I were both fishing a swimming plug with a lip. During the retrieve, it would dive down, but if you stopped reeling the lure would start to float back to the surface. Once again, my partner got strike after strike, and I could barely catch an occasional fish. All he was doing was swimming the plug for a short distance, pausing for an instant, and then continuing the retrieve. Every time he paused, the plug would start to rise in the water column and then dive again when he resumed reeling. The sudden dive made it appear the lure was trying to escape from a predator. That’s all it took. Here’s one more example. The successful angler would start with a rather slow retrieve and then speed it up about halfway back to the boat. If a fish happened to see the plug, the change in speed would make it appear as if the plug were trying to get away and that’s a trigger mechanism. Seasoned anglers who fish artificials and score frequently limit the number of lures they carry and develop a touch for each one that produces strikes. Basically, there is more than one way to fish any artificial. My suggestion is that you keep trying a variety of subtle approaches until you become the angler that others envy and try to copy.
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yards of backing before you’ve had time to say, “Come back and fight like a man!” These fish can also dive to great depths, thus making essential an abundant supply of backing. One caveat to remember is “Don’t short-line your backing.” Best Color For Backing? The phrase “getting into your backing” always arouses excitement through a saltwater fly fisherman’s being each time he hears it. There is nothing more exciting than witnessing one hundred yards of water-shedding backing slicing through the water, pulled by a bonefish, tarpon, sailfish or marlin. It’s a common occurrence in saltwater fly fishing. When this happens, the color of your backing is essential in tracking the fish’s direction. Is it swimming at an angle or is it sounding. Make no mistake, eventually every saltwater fisherman experiences this. High-visibility backing will help determine how to fight the fish. For instance, when tarpon fishing it is important that you are able to turn a tarpon’s head during the tussle, a move aimed at keeping the tarpon off balance and assuring the fish is brought quickly to the boat. Also, the use of hivis backing allows the angler a better sight-line in tracking the fish’s direction so pressure may be applied in an opposite direction. The best colors? As I stated above, I prefer hi-vis backing in bright yellow or bright orange, both highly visible backing regardless of weather conditions or water coloration.
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pect in a premium center console boat to include coaming pads, vertical and horizontal holders for 14 rods and a 26-gallon aerated live well. A cool feature you won’t find on other center console boats is Yamaha’s exclusive Jet Wash system that uses pressure from the jet pumps for easy cleanup of the cockpit, whether you land a big fish or the kids fill the boat full of sand. The Helm The helm is thoughtfully designed with a simple-to-remove windshield for low profile storage, a stainless-steel sports steering wheel, easy access to all boat control switches, a locking glove box and an open area to flush mount electronics such as a fishfinder, a GPS unit and other marine electronics. The 210 FSH comes equipped with Yamaha’s 4.3” Connext Touchscreen Display, which is NMEA compatible to send vital engine information to third-party electronics. Behind the helm is a padded leaning post with a backrest (on Deluxe and Sport). Under the leaning post is a dedicated space for a removable cooler. The Transom The transom area on the FSH Series is unlike any other center console boat on the market. Since the engines and drivetrain are in the hull, the entire back of the 201 FSH is open for unobstructed casting and watersports towing. The 210 FSH features Yamaha’s signature two-tier swim platform that sits low at the water’s edge. A retractable stern ladder makes reboarding after swimming a breeze. The transom also includes a tow eye for watersports. Like all Yamaha boats, the 210 FSH features Yamaha’s patented clean-out ports that allow for the removal of debris from the jet pump without having to get in the water or swim under the boat. Rounding out the FSH’s list of innovations is the addition of Yamaha’s Articulating Keel, the latest in Yamaha’s Advanced Responsive Handling features. The Articulating Keel is an extension of the boat’s keel that moves and tracks along with the jet pump nozzle to provide comfort, stability and straight-line tracking at all speeds. For buyers attracted to the iconic styling of a center console boat, but need more versatility to appease the family, look no further than the Yamaha 210 FSH.
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andy Moret pointed to port: “10 o’clock!” he said in a hushed voice. “Lead them.” It took a second for me to sight in, but a moving shadow just beyond the bow brought things into focus. A pod of 70-pound tarpon were running a channel edge and we were perfectly positioned for an intercept. Late with the cast, I dropped my streamer on the nose of the lead fish, which promptly turned and powered into oblivion across the shallow flats of Florida Bay, compatriots in tow. Moret smiled and politely let me off the hook. “Happens all the time down here,” he said. “We’ll get another shot.” Chalk one up to lessons learned. A heavy front was moving in, and what had been a drizzly morning suddenly turned threatening, sending us racing back to port for a round of refreshments at the Lorelei Marina (www.loreleicabanabar.com/ marina-and-fishing). With the Florida Keys steadily rebounding from the devastating effects of Hurricane Irma, anglers across the country are once again making plans for an assault on the stellar flats fishery here. Featuring tarpon, bonefish, redfish, snook and sea trout, the shallows of Florida Bay and Everglades National Park on the village’s lee side are ideal for fly fishing and Moret, one of the founding fathers of long-wand sport in these waters, couldn’t be happier. “We still have a way to go before everyone is back on their feet, but we are getting there,” he said in a recent interview. “As for the fishing, it’s bounced back nicely.” As a guide and outfitter, Moret (www.floridakeysoutfitters. com) logically suggests first-timers to the area head out with a professional skipper. “It’s the quickest way to learn the intricacies of tempting local gamefish,” he explained. Still, he noted that the
fishing in these parts is consistent enough that those launching a kayak or even fishing from shore around bridges and passes have a chance to score. “The most important thing in the Keys is to practice your casting – especially when flyfishing,” he advised. “It’s vital to make a few casts in every spot you stop to factor in the wind, current and water depth courtesy of Sandy Moret before you even see the Photo Sandy Moret shows off a chunky Islamorada fish.” snook taken on the fly. Moret, recently honored with 2018 Fly Fisherman Conservationist of the Year Award by the Bonefish Tarpon Trust (www.bonefishtarpontrust.org), works a wide range of patterns but does have several favorites. He likes a size 4 creamand-tan Merkin with lead eyes for bonefish. For silver kings, a Keys Tarpon Streamer in purple and black is his choice for murky water. To target snook and redfish, he throws purple Deceivers in discolored water and yellow and white in clear water. Concentrate your efforts on rising tides to avoid groundings, he cautions, and keep moving until you find the fish. Getting to Islamorada is easy. Find your way to Miami or Fort Lauderdale and head south on U.S. 1. Once there, you’ll find plenty of places to stay including the world class Cheeca Lodge (www. cheeca.com) and Amara Cay Resort (www.amaracayresort.com).
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the top three most heavily fished waters in the state, and the fishery generates more than $26 million in economic activity annually. Anglers should take advantage of Lake Erie’s current conditions and experience this world-class walleye fishery for themselves in 2018.” DEC has conducted an angler survey on Lake Erie to estimate fishing quality and fish harvest annually since 1988. In recent years, walleye fishing quality has been generally increasing. Survey results for 2017 revealed record-high walleye catch rates that are nearly three times greater than the 30-year average. DEC estimates that anglers harvested more than 70,000 walleyes in 2017, a level not achieved since 1989. This exceptional fishing was due in large part to contributions of strong walleye reproductive success in 2010, 2012, 2014, and 2015. Recent evidence also suggests that walleye reproduction was strong again in 2016. Walleye are one of the most popular gamefish in New York, as they put up an exciting fight during the catch and make for tasty meal on the table. Walleye are aptly named because of their unique eyes that have a reflective layer of pigment called the tapetum lucidum, which allows them to see very well at night and during other low-light periods. This layer also gives walleye their “glassy-eyed” or “wall-eyed” appearance. Lake Erie is continually ranked among the world’s top walleye fishing destinations by angler publications, with an abundance of trophy-size walleye ranging from 8 to 10 pounds. Local tournament winners often score fish exceeding 11 lbs. Given that walleye typically live 10 years or more in Lake Erie combined with excellent reproduction rates in recent years, anglers should experience continued, exceptional walleye fishing in future years.
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March is usually still a little chilly, but there is always something to fish for. The way the winter has gone thus far, lets just assume the water and air temps are going be low. No worries, the temps should steadily climb as the month goes on. During the cooler/earlier stages of March, we are still going be working on the near shore reefs and bridges for the sheepshead. The cold fronts will still be coming down, bringing with north winds. Fishing the Bay and near shore reefs offer plenty of protection. The live shrimp should be easier to get at the bait shops also. As the temps warm, the red fish and black drum should be coming to the party. These drum are some of the biggest, and toughest fish we see. We will be looking for these big brutes on the near shore reefs. Do not worry if you catch smaller fish. The “puppy” drum in the 3-5 pound range are some of the tastiest fish that swim. My go to tackle for these hard fighters, are my Okuma spinning reels. I have become a big fan of the new Okuma Helios in the 30 or 40 class. Some of the drum could be over 40 pounds, so I spool my reels with 20lb braided line. A medium heavy rod should get the job done. On the business end, I look to use 40 pound leaders for a dropper loop rig or Carolina rig. There should plenty of days to get out in March, but use your down time wisely. Spring is coming quickly. Be sure to get your boat, motor, trailer and tackle in order. The repair shops always get slammed with long lines in Spring. Be sure to take advantage of this last “colder” month to get your boat ready. As always, have fun and be safe.
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Pascagoula Run Paddle Battle By Kristi Ducote
Get ready for the Pascagoula Run Paddle Battle brought to you by the City of Pascagoula on April 14, 2018. This is a 12.5 mile race down the Pascagoula River for all types of human powered paddle craft. The race will begin at Little River Marina in Moss Point, MS and end at Lighthouse Park in Pascagoula, MS. Shuttles will be provided for race participants only. With safety in mind, the route provides two land based bail out points, plus the course will be fully supported by numerous local law enforcement agencies marine divisions. Not in to racing? No problem. You can paddle at a comfortable pace and simply enjoy being on the water and the beauty of the river. The fee for the race is $40 for American Canoe Association (ACA) Members and $45 for Non-ACA Members; fees will increase $10 on March 12th so register early. Registration fees include a goody bag, event t-shirt, the race, and post-race food and drink. You must register by March 25th to be guaranteed a goody bag and event t-shirt. We offer a variety of ways to register. For online registration, visit www.cityofpascagoula.com, click on the How Do I… link on the top right corner of the page, and then click Parks & Recreation Programs under Sign Up For. From there you will sign in to your account or create
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By Alex Smith alexsmithfishingcharters@gmail.com and his website is http://alexsmtihfishing.com With our so called winter coming to an end, we can begin to focus on the wonderful fishing March has to offer. As the water temperatures gradually rise to that magical mark, there are several things to pay attention to in order to up your catch. March is a time of transition. The shrimp migration has already begun, and trout won’t be far behind. Finding areas with bait can make all the difference in the world. Trout and redfish are making their presence known towards the exteriors of bays, and out along the barrier islands. Usually, they can be easily spotted with the presence of gulls working along the surface. With the weather still sporadic, the bite can be inconsistent at times. I find that on those prefrontal days, the fish are more inclined to strike topwaters such
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March Yellowfin By Nelson Outdoors Pro Derek Stiglet As March approaches, the time to wrangle some hefty YFT in the shallower fathom depths of the Gulf Of Mexico continues! The weather is typically cooler still throughout the month of March and the bite will only progress! At the same time, Patiently waiting for slightly more favorable marine conditions can be a burden. Once I see decent weather in the near forecast, I’ll begin with my bait preparation. This will consist of purchasing a few flats of menhaden (Pogies) for cut bait/chunk. You can either pre-cut the Pogies into chunks before the trip and fill some 5 gallon buckets or wait until you hit the tuna grounds to begin as I tend to do. This will keep the baits fresh and it helps keep the bait on the hook longer while feeding baits. I’ll rig a couple different setups such as a 30W Shimano Tiagra or a Penn International on a 6ft standup rod, spooled with 60lb monofilament topped with a 6ft length of 60lb Seaguar Flourocarbon joined by a Uni- uni knot and a 6/0 Mustad demon circle hook. Second option is my lighter, more preferable setup which is a Penn Torque 40LD 2 speed on a custom stand up Acid Wrapped Poseidon Fishing rod. This reel will have 60lb braid as a backing then topped off with the same 60lb Seaguar Flourocarbon and Mustad circle hook. Once you enticed a YFT to engulf a chunk of menhaden, they will make a quick run to the depths and just a short crank and a little added tension to the drag will set the circle hook and then the fight is on!
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What are Ides anyway? My whole life I heard that saying and being a fisherman I put two and two together and deduced that it was Latin for the word WIND. It is always so windy in march. I tend to stay inshore during this month and fish solely for the slot redfish along the banks of the inland bayou and beaches. The water is still clearish but the tides tend to be high due to the prevailing South East wind pushing water against the shoreline. Therefore I look for the fish in the spots that were too shallow to fish during the winter. The fish are generally spunky this time of year and will be actively tailing and crushing the fresh hatch of
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new minnows seeking refuge in the shallow water. Many times fly selection is not as crucial as presentation. If you can get it in front of a fish, it will eat. But as always, try to match the hatch. Olive clousers and tan crabs are my go-to fly for the slot redfish. I still use my 8 wt rod because it can really punch a fly through the wind. Now as for the Ides, it turns out that it’s just a time in Rome when all debts were settled. Well, it turns out that I have a few to be settled with a redfish and I know you do too. Enjoy kite season and I hope to see you out there!
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TIDE CHARTS Biloxi tide chart -March Louisiana, South Pass, Biloxi (Cadet Point), Biloxi Bay
March 2018
N 30° 23.4' / W 88° 51.4' Date
Day
1
Th
2
Fr
3
Sa
High Tide
High Tide
Low Tide
Low Tide
10:58p
1.1
7:24a -0.6
12:05a
1.0
2:04p
0.3
8:08a
0.1
4:44p
0.1
12:55p
0.4
7:27a
0.3
7:21p
0.1
9:40p
0.0
11:56p -0.1
7:58a -0.3
Sunrise
Sunset
Moonrise
Moonset
6:22a
5:56p
5:49p
6:10a
6:21a
5:57p
6:53p
6:53a
6:20a
5:58p
7:54p
7:33a
6:19a
5:58p
8:54p
8:12a
6:17a
5:59p
9:51p
8:49a
6:16a
6:00p
10:47p
9:27a
6:15a
6:00p
11:42p
10:05a
4
Su
1:19a
0.7
5
Mo
12:57p
0.7
6
Tu
1:25p
1.0
7
We
2:04p
1.1
8
Th
2:49p
1.2
1:26a -0.3
6:14a
6:01p
9
Fr
3:40p
1.2
2:27a -0.3
6:13a
6:01p
12:35a
11:28a
10
Sa
4:39p
1.2
3:15a -0.4
6:12a
6:02p
1:26a
12:14p
11
Su
6:45p
1.2
4:59a -0.4
7:11a
7:03p
3:15a
2:02p
12
Mo
7:54p
1.2
5:39a -0.4
7:10a
7:03p
4:01a
2:52p
13
Tu
9:01p
1.2
6:15a -0.3
7:08a
7:04p
4:45a
3:44p
14
We
10:03p
1.2
6:48a -0.3
7:07a
7:04p
5:27a
4:38p
15
Th
11:01p
1.1
7:15a -0.1
7:06a
7:05p
6:06a
5:33p
16
Fr
7:34a
0.1
7:05a
7:06p
6:43a
6:29p
17
Sa
12:00a
1.0
2:00p
0.4
7:42a
0.3
4:50p
0.3
7:04a
7:06p
7:20a
7:26p
18
Su
1:03a
1.0
1:13p
0.6
7:32a
0.4
6:44p
0.3
7:03a
7:07p
7:56a
8:24p
19
Mo
2:24a
0.7
1:06p
0.8
6:49a
0.6
8:25p
0.3
7:02a
7:07p
8:33a
9:23p
20
Tu
1:21p
1.1
10:11p
0.1
7:00a
7:08p
9:11a
10:23p
21
We
1:51p
1.2
11:59p -0.1
6:59a
7:09p
9:53a
11:25p
22
Th
2:32p
1.5
6:58a
7:09p
10:38a
23
Fr
3:21p
1.7
1:30a -0.3
6:57a
7:10p
11:28a
12:27a
24
Sa
4:20p
1.8
2:43a -0.4
6:56a
7:10p
12:23p
1:29a
25
Su
5:30p
1.8
3:46a -0.6
6:54a
7:11p
1:22p
2:29a
26
Mo
6:53p
1.7
4:42a -0.6
6:53a
7:11p
2:25p
3:25a
27
Tu
8:25p
1.5
5:33a -0.4
6:52a
7:12p
3:29p
4:16a
28
We
9:59p
1.4
6:18a -0.1
6:51a
7:13p
4:33p
5:03a
29
Th
11:31p
1.2
6:54a
0.1
6:50a
7:13p
5:36p
5:47a
30
Fr
1:27p
0.7
7:13a
0.4
5:07p
0.6
6:49a
7:14p
6:37p
6:27a
31
Sa
1:08a
1.0
6:54a
0.7
6:53p
0.4
6:47a
7:14p
7:37p
7:05a
12:17p
0.8
Phase Full
10:46a 3rd
New
1st
Full
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Pascagoula tide chart - March Louisiana, South Pass, Pascagoula, Mississippi Sound
March 2018
N 30° 20.4' / W 88° 32.0' Date
Day
1
Th
10:14p
High Tide 1.0
High Tide
6:42a -0.5
Sunrise
Sunset
Moonrise
Moonset
6:22a
5:56p
5:49p
6:10a
2
Fr
11:21p
0.8
7:16a -0.2
3
Sa
1:20p
0.2
7:26a
0.1
4:02p
0.1
6:21a
5:57p
6:53p
6:53a
6:20a
5:58p
7:54p
7:33a
4
Su
12:35a
0.6
6:45a
0.2
6:39p
0.1
5
Mo
12:13p
0.6
8:58p
0.0
6:19a
5:58p
8:54p
8:12a
6:17a
5:59p
9:51p
6
Tu
12:41p
0.8
11:14p -0.1
8:49a
6:16a
6:00p
10:47p
7
We
1:20p
1.0
9:27a
6:15a
6:00p
11:42p
10:05a
8
Th
2:05p
1.1
9
Fr
2:56p
1.1
12:44a -0.2
6:14a
6:01p
1:45a -0.2
6:13a
6:01p
12:35a
10
Sa
3:55p
11:28a
1.1
2:33a -0.4
6:12a
6:02p
1:26a
12:14p
11
Su
12
Mo
6:01p
1.1
4:17a -0.4
7:11a
7:03p
3:15a
2:02p
7:10p
1.1
4:57a -0.4
7:10a
7:03p
4:01a
13
2:52p
Tu
8:17p
1.1
5:33a -0.2
7:08a
7:04p
4:45a
3:44p
14
We
9:19p
1.1
6:06a -0.2
7:07a
7:04p
5:27a
4:38p
15
Th
10:17p
1.0
6:33a -0.1
7:06a
7:05p
6:06a
5:33p
16
Fr
11:16p
0.8
6:52a
0.1
7:05a
7:06p
6:43a
6:29p
17
Sa
1:16p
0.4
7:00a
0.2
4:08p
0.2
7:04a
7:06p
7:20a
7:26p
18
Su
12:19a
0.8
12:29p
0.5
6:50a
0.4
6:02p
0.2
7:03a
7:07p
7:56a
8:24p
19
Mo
1:40a
0.6
12:22p
0.7
6:07a
0.5
7:43p
0.2
7:02a
7:07p
8:33a
9:23p
20
Tu
12:37p
1.0
9:29p
0.1
7:00a
7:08p
9:11a
10:23p
21
We
1:07p
1.1
11:17p -0.1
6:59a
7:09p
9:53a
11:25p
22
Th
1:48p
1.3
6:58a
7:09p
10:38a
23
Fr
2:37p
1.4
12:48a -0.2
6:57a
7:10p
11:28a
12:27a
24
Sa
3:36p
1.6
2:01a -0.4
6:56a
7:10p
12:23p
1:29a
25
Su
4:46p
1.6
3:04a -0.5
6:54a
7:11p
1:22p
2:29a
26
Mo
6:09p
1.4
4:00a -0.5
6:53a
7:11p
2:25p
3:25a
27
Tu
7:41p
1.3
4:51a -0.4
6:52a
7:12p
3:29p
4:16a
28
We
9:15p
1.2
5:36a -0.1
6:51a
7:13p
4:33p
5:03a
29
Th
10:47p
1.1
6:12a
0.1
6:50a
7:13p
5:36p
5:47a
30
Fr
12:43p
0.6
6:31a
0.4
4:25p
0.5
6:49a
7:14p
6:37p
6:27a
31
Sa
12:24a
0.8
6:12a
0.6
6:11p
0.4
6:47a
7:14p
7:37p
7:05a
12:11p
11:33a
0.4
0.7
Low Tide
Low Tide
Phase Full
10:46a 3rd
New
1st
Full
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TIDE CHARTS Gulfport tide chart - March Louisiana, South Pass, Gulfport Harbor, Mississippi Sound
March 2018
N 30° 21.6' / W 89° 04.9'
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Date
Day
1
Th
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High Tide 11:03p
1.0
High Tide
Low Tide
Low Tide
7:03a -0.5
Sunrise
Sunset
Moonrise
Moonset
6:22a
5:56p
5:49p
6:10a
2
Fr
6:21a
5:57p
6:53p
6:53a
3
Sa
12:10a
0.9
2:09p
0.3
7:47a
0.1
4:23p
0.1
6:20a
5:58p
7:54p
7:33a
4
Su
1:24a
0.7
1:00p
0.4
7:06a
0.3
7:00p
0.1
6:19a
5:58p
8:54p
8:12a
5
Mo
1:02p
0.7
9:19p
0.0
6:17a
5:59p
9:51p
8:49a
6
Tu
1:30p
0.9
11:35p -0.1
6:16a
6:00p
10:47p
9:27a
7
We
2:09p
1.0
6:15a
6:00p
11:42p
10:05a
8
Th
2:54p
1.2
1:05a -0.3
6:14a
6:01p
9
Fr
3:45p
1.2
2:06a -0.3
6:13a
6:01p
12:35a
11:28a
10
Sa
4:44p
1.2
2:54a -0.4
6:12a
6:02p
1:26a
12:14p
11
Su
6:50p
1.2
4:38a -0.4
7:11a
7:03p
3:15a
2:02p
12
Mo
7:59p
1.2
5:18a -0.4
7:10a
7:03p
4:01a
2:52p
13
Tu
9:06p
1.2
5:54a -0.3
7:08a
7:04p
4:45a
3:44p
14
We
10:08p
1.2
6:27a -0.3
7:07a
7:04p
5:27a
4:38p
15
Th
11:06p
1.0
6:54a -0.1
7:06a
7:05p
6:06a
5:33p
16
Fr
7:13a
0.1
7:05a
7:06p
6:43a
6:29p
17
Sa
12:05a
0.9
2:05p
0.4
7:21a
0.3
4:29p
0.3
7:04a
7:06p
7:20a
7:26p
18
Su
1:08a
0.9
1:18p
0.5
7:11a
0.4
6:23p
0.3
7:03a
7:07p
7:56a
8:24p
19
Mo
2:29a
0.7
1:11p
0.8
6:28a
0.5
8:04p
0.3
7:02a
7:07p
8:33a
9:23p
20
Tu
1:26p
1.0
9:50p
0.1
7:00a
7:08p
9:11a
10:23p
21
We
1:56p
1.2
11:38p -0.1
6:59a
7:09p
9:53a
11:25p
22
Th
2:37p
1.4
6:58a
7:09p
10:38a
23
Fr
3:26p
1.6
1:09a -0.3
6:57a
7:10p
11:28a
12:27a
24
Sa
4:25p
1.7
2:22a -0.4
6:56a
7:10p
12:23p
1:29a
25
Su
5:35p
1.7
3:25a -0.5
6:54a
7:11p
1:22p
2:29a
26
Mo
6:58p
1.6
4:21a -0.5
6:53a
7:11p
2:25p
3:25a
27
Tu
8:30p
1.4
5:12a -0.4
6:52a
7:12p
3:29p
4:16a
28
We
10:04p
1.3
5:57a -0.1
6:51a
7:13p
4:33p
5:03a
29
Th
11:36p
1.2
6:33a
0.1
6:50a
7:13p
5:36p
5:47a
30
Fr
1:32p
0.7
6:52a
0.4
4:46p
0.5
6:49a
7:14p
6:37p
6:27a
31
Sa
1:13a
0.9
6:33a
0.7
6:32p
0.4
6:47a
7:14p
7:37p
7:05a
7:37a -0.3
12:22p
0.8
Phase Full
10:46a 3rd
New
1st
Full
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March 2018
N 30° 19.5' / W 89° 19.5'
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Date
Day
1
Th
High Tide
High Tide
Low Tide
2
Fr
12:11a
1.1
3
Sa
1:18a
0.9
3:17p
0.3
4
Su
2:32a
0.7
2:08p
0.4
5
Mo
2:10p
0.7
6
Tu
2:38p
0.9
7
We
3:17p
1.1
8
Th
4:02p
9
Fr
4:53p
10
Sa
11 12 13
9:25a -0.3
Sunrise
Sunset
Moonrise
Moonset
6:22a
5:56p
5:49p
6:10a
6:21a
5:57p
6:53p
6:53a
9:35a
0.1
6:11p
0.1
6:20a
5:58p
7:54p
7:33a
8:54a
0.3
8:48p
0.1
6:19a
5:58p
8:54p
8:12a
11:07p
0.0
6:17a
5:59p
9:51p
8:49a
6:16a
6:00p
10:47p
9:27a
1:23a -0.1
6:15a
6:00p
11:42p
10:05a
1.2
2:53a -0.3
6:14a
6:01p
1.2
3:54a -0.3
6:13a
6:01p
12:35a
11:28a
5:52p
1.2
4:42a -0.4
6:12a
6:02p
1:26a
12:14p
Su
7:58p
1.2
6:26a -0.4
7:11a
7:03p
3:15a
2:02p
Mo
9:07p
1.2
7:06a -0.4
7:10a
7:03p
4:01a
2:52p
Tu
10:14p
1.2
7:42a -0.3
7:08a
7:04p
4:45a
3:44p
14
We
11:16p
1.2
8:15a -0.3
7:07a
7:04p
5:27a
4:38p
15
Th
8:42a -0.1
7:06a
7:05p
6:06a
5:33p
16
Fr
12:14a
1.1
9:01a
0.1
7:05a
7:06p
6:43a
6:29p
17
Sa
1:13a
0.9
3:13p
0.4
9:09a
0.3
6:17p
0.3
7:04a
7:06p
7:20a
7:26p
18
Su
2:16a
0.9
2:26p
0.5
8:59a
0.4
8:11p
0.3
7:03a
7:07p
7:56a
8:24p
19
Mo
3:37a
0.7
2:19p
0.8
8:16a
0.5
9:52p
0.3
7:02a
7:07p
8:33a
9:23p
20
Tu
2:34p
1.1
11:38p
0.1
7:00a
7:08p
9:11a
10:23p
21
We
3:04p
1.2
6:59a
7:09p
9:53a
11:25p
22
Th
3:45p
1.5
1:26a -0.1
6:58a
7:09p
10:38a
23
Fr
4:34p
1.6
2:57a -0.3
6:57a
7:10p
11:28a
12:27a
24
Sa
5:33p
1.8
4:10a -0.4
6:56a
7:10p
12:23p
1:29a
25
Su
6:43p
1.8
5:13a -0.5
6:54a
7:11p
1:22p
2:29a
26
Mo
8:06p
1.6
6:09a -0.5
6:53a
7:11p
2:25p
3:25a
27
Tu
9:38p
1.5
7:00a -0.4
6:52a
7:12p
3:29p
4:16a
28
We
11:12p
1.4
7:45a -0.1
6:51a
7:13p
4:33p
5:03a
29
Th
8:21a
0.1
6:50a
7:13p
5:36p
5:47a
30
Fr
12:44a
1.2
2:40p
0.7
8:40a
0.4
6:34p
0.5
6:49a
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