Friday Fishing report: Nov. 1, 2024

Captain Dylan Hubbard says a New Moon brings a concentrated nighttime bite around artificial light sources inshore. Nearshore and offshore, daytime bites are better.

Friday Fishing report: Oct. 25, 2024

Captain Dylan Hubbard says tides may be weak now, but the new moon next week will help pick up the tides and anglers should see more fish biting during the day inshore and offshore.

Milton's aftermath at John's Pass

Captain Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina joined FOX 13 News to give an update on recovery efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton.

First day of fall coming up, bringing change

Captain Dylan Hubbard phoned in live from an FWC meeting on the Gulf Council and lane snapper in the Keys. He said with the first day of fall coming up, there are plenty of changes in our waters.

Fish noticing change in season to cooler patterns

Captain Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina said our recent rain changes the color of the water in our passes but cools down the water, exciting the fish a bit. He said they also should be starting to notice the change in seasons as the days shorten.

Added cloud cover, rain lowers water temps

Captain Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina joined Good Day to break down how rain is making things murky for fishing. He said we still have good moving water, though, for fishing.

Lots of fish activity before and after storm

Captain Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina said the best time for fishing will be Friday or Saturday, then it will pick up again behind the storm that’s expected to impact the Bay Area on Sunday and Monday.

Really good bite inshore with all the rain

Captain Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina said rain has helped things out, keeping hot waters a little bit cooler and darkening it. All of this leads to helping the fish feed a little more actively.

Good fishing ahead with full moon, break from wind

Captain Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina said the next couple of days should be great for fishing for a couple reasons, including a full moon, lower water temperatures, and a break from stiff winds.

Turbulent weather leading to murky waters

Captain Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina said our recent turbulent weather has kind of shocked some of the fish in the area, but as we move our way out of this weather pattern, he expects things to turn around a bit.