Posted By Kris/ In Castaway Lodge Fishing / Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Bay Leopards & Back Water Rhinos

Castaway Lodge Seadrift Report
By Capt. Kris Kelley

Conditional extremes can produce some "extreme success" and the weather has been at both ends of the pendulum lately. From slick glass with shredded water from strong winds overnight to gusting shredded water during the daytime. Strike timing with one eye on the tide and the other on the horizon has kept us in the fish lately. Redfish action over mud/grass continues working it's way into the day in day out approach while water is attempting to heal up with some tide movement or deminishing winds.

Trout action has been best on tide movement of any direction as the water settles out from overnight winds. We continue to have a lot of water in the bays which makes this an unusual Summer Season for sure, no complaints. Elevated tides have been making some approaches easier and that has kept the shoreline plays in full gear for wade fishermen. Working shell reefs also benefits from higher water levels as it pulls more of the structure into play right up to the crest of the reefs. This gives an angler more options and some days that's the extra edge that means the difference between success and limited success. Water levels are the oil that drives the engine, a nice way to contemplate that in reletive terms.

From guests of all skill levels to wildly varying bay conditions, our Guides keep executing with patience and professionalism. The staff here at the lodge cannot go without mention as well. Hats off to everyone! We'd also like to thank Mr. John Thompson with the Ft. Worth Star Telegram for his piece on The Lodge.

We hope you are having a great week, come see us when you get a chance!

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Capt. Kris Kelley
Castaway Lodge
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