Today's forecast calls for partly cloudy skies, a high of 81 degrees, NNE winds of 12 mph and three to four-foot seas. 

Our fishing guide, the legendary "Snookman" Wayne Landry, says things are looking up!

“Good morning, Sebatian Inlet fans and ocean lovers! I hope everyone enjoyed the excellent weather all weekend. It sure was nice out there. First, I would like to start off with a couple of safety reminders for everyone, including anglers and sightseers. The area between the railing and the painted yellow lines is a designated pedestrian walkway and safety access that must be kept clear of fishing equipment in case of medical emergencies. All equipment must be placed in the CENTER of the jetty on the metal grates.

Also, I noticed last weekend and experienced anglers telling people ‘get out of my way’ because they want to fish in a spot. Everyone has the right to be on the jetty for whatever reason and can stand at the rail to see what's going on. Fishing from the jetties is a privilege, not a right and can be revoked at any time. The concrete deck on top of the jetty was built for public access, and anyone can be out there. Rude behavior will not be tolerated. Thank you. 

Now, for the fishing report. Last weekend, the inlet was chock full of finger mullet everywhere, and the predator fish were just tearing them up! Also, the water has finally cooled down to seasonal temperatures, (75 to 78 degrees) but the water around the inlet continues to be quite dirty and rough. Still, there are fish being caught. Here are the hot spots:

North jetty: Here, in the early morning, during high tide periods when the water is cleaner, anglers are catching a few snook on live shrimp, mullet and pinfish. Most have been undersized, with a couple of slots being caught, just not any numbers. Catch-and-release redfish were also in the mix, same baits. During the first two hours of the outgoing tide, fish continued to bite at the tip until the nasty tannin-stained fresh water started out, then it was all over. About the only fish caught after that were tons of jack crevalle, some ladyfish and small "chopper" bluefish on live finger mullet and spoons and jigs. A couple of decent Spanish mackerel were also caught on small jigs fished on a float rig. Some anglers fishing with fiddler crabs between the pilings were catching small sheepshead. Along the wall, between the jetty and bridge on the incoming tide some anglers were catching catch-and-release redfish on live mullet. West of the bridge and west of the tide pool in the back, I saw a few small mangrove snapper caught on cut bait, but most were too small to keep. 

South jetty: Here, it has been largely wet and rough to fish, but a few brave anglers were out there. As with the north side, the majority of the fish caught were jack crevalle, plenty of them. Live finger mullet, spoons and jigs did the trick. On the incoming a couple of snook and redfish were caught on live pigfish and pinfish. Most were too small to keep, and the reds are catch-and-release only. 

T-dock area: Here, it continues to be slow, but a few fish of different species have been caught, mostly on the incoming tide. Around the dock pilings, while fishing with live and dead shrimp, I heard of some small mangrove and  mutton snapper caught. The muttons must be 19 inches to  keep. Everything was too small. The snook bite back here has been hit-o- miss for the most part, with the incoming cleaner water being the time to fish. Live baits of any type will entice a bite this time of year. 

Surf Area, both sides: The surf has been too rough to fish, so I have no info to share. 

 Well, friends, that's all I have to share this week. At least it is WAY better than what it has been! We are expecting nice weather all this week, so get your gear, grab some bait, catch some fish and have fun! And all you wildlife lovers, get out and enjoy what the inlet has to offer — it's great.”— Snookman.