Anglers are buzzing with excitement as with fishing activity at the Sebastian Inlet. Specifically, the North and South Jetties are teeming with mullet.
Many anglers have reported significant numbers, including catch-and-release redfish, jack crevalle, snook, and Spanish mackerel.
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Have you ever noticed the distinctive green tint of the ocean off the Sebastian coast? Well, our friend Wayne Landry, also known as “Snookman,” sheds light on the phenomenon: the color comes from algae and plant life. Chlorophyll in these organisms gives them a green hue while absorbing red and blue light. You can dive deeper into this subject by visiting this website.
Spotlight: Kirby Kitchener at Sebastian Inlet
When the fish are biting, you can bet Kirby Kitchener is on the scene. Otherwise known for his role as a real estate agent at Coldwell Banker Paradise, Kitchener is a dedicated angler. He describes a particularly fruitful day at the North Jetty, remarking on the abundant mullet, challenging winds, and waves, yet exceptional fishing conditions.
Recounting his day, Kitchener told Sebastian Daily, “I spent the entire day there, saw the sun come up, and left at 4 p.m. with a 30″ snook in hand. The weather was great, with no humidity and the wind in my face. Not too many fishermen out, which was nice.”
He caught a variety of fish, most notably using finger mullet bait with his PENN Fierce spinning reel with a 30lb monofilament line and a 4 oz pyramid sinker. The challenging waves made it a struggle, especially while using the circle net.
Kitchener noticed several catches, among them Spanish mackerel lured with bobbers and silver lures. He observed a flurry of activity during the incoming tide, with the south side of the Inlet coming alive as smaller jacks pursued finger mullet and quickly exhausted shrimp baits. “So I quit and waited for them to leave the waters,” Kitchener added.
Later in the day, around 3 p.m., he proudly landed a 30′ snook and estimated a total catch of over 20 jacks.
Check out some snaps from his Tuesday fishing adventure:
Weather Report for Anglers
While the days have been sunny, with temperatures hovering around 82 degrees and dropping to a comfortable 72 degrees at night, the winds and seas can affect your fishing plans. Northeast winds are expected to blow at speeds ranging from 15 to 20 mph, with potential gusts up to 25 mph.
Though rain is not anticipated, those near the Sebastian Inlet and A1A beaches should be wary of dangerous rip currents. Boaters, be cautious from Wednesday to Saturday, as sea conditions near the coast are projected to rise to 5-7 feet and 6-8 feet closer to the Gulf Stream. The Intracoastal waterway will be choppy.
