Tuesday turned out to be another great day on the water. Couldn’t have asked for better weather with glassy conditions for most of the day, which made finding lobster spots much easier as you could see them from the boat in the clear water. Even with a bit later start around noon, we were able to find 16 legal lobsters, which is almost another limit for three of us. Also, Steve got his first chance to use the regulator on a nice spot to pull out 4 keepers.
The current started picking up in the afternoon, which can tire you quickly when snorkeling, so we decided to try some fishing instead. Current at the 7 mile bridge was much too strong for fishing, so we continued on back towards the house to try a couple spots. No luck other than some small stuff at the first spot near Boot Key. Moved on to a new spot about a mile from the house, which was some coral heads in about 20 ft of water. Anchored up and dropped in a chum bag. Started off catching small stuff again, but as the sun began to set we got into some bigger fish and more action. Kept 2 yellowtails and a spanish mackerel. Caught an almost legal 23″ black grouper on an inshore rod with 10lb line, what a battle!
Light tackle fishing a mile from the house at sunset
Headed back to the house in slick glass conditions and a beautiful sunset to enjoy another tasty seafood dinner. Got to bed early, as conditions were to be good on Wednesday for offshore fishing..
Keys house has been infested with these edible bugs
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