Shore Thing Fishing Report, 1/18/2023

January 18, 2023

Whether by sea or even by land, sometimes you have to go the distance to get to the best fishing.
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- by Sonny Schindler, Shore Thing Fishing Charters

Mrs. Claire with a recaptured tagged redfish caught near Bayou Caddy (and re-released).

I’m really hoping we don’t jinx it, but the winter has been on the milder side these last couple of weeks. We are still fighting the lower salinity on the west side, but on calmer days, our boats are running far to find cleaner, saltier water. 

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A couple of the long runs have even found some really nice speckled trout. Live shrimp has been tougher to get, but we are putting some miles on the trucks to get them whenever and wherever we can.
 

A nice sheepshead for a lucky angler, fishing with Capt. Paul Leoni out of Pass Christian.

 
The sheepshead are still the safe bet to combat the north winds. The Bay is much more protected and should get better and better in the coming weeks.
 

A huge haul for a fortunate fisherman out of Bayou Caddy, fishing with Capt. Matt Tusa.

 
Assuming the really cold temps don’t hit us too hard, the redfish should stay in the ponds and feeding for a while. It’s all about the cold fronts. You don’t want to be anywhere near those nasty things when they hit. Pay very close attention to the weather forecasts, and don’t try and cut it too close.
 

Eric Torguson with a nice redfish he caught near Bayou Caddy.

 
Also, the lines at the repair shops have been short. If you need work done on your boat, motor, trailer, etc. this is the best time of the year.
 
As always, have fun and be safe.
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A great day out of Pass Christian for these gentlemen, fishing with Capt. Paul Leoni.

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