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Captains corner: Mangrove snapper bite when it's hot

What's hot: Mangrove snapper were pleasing anglers across Tampa Bay. Snapper will cooperate on the hottest of days when other game fish are lethargic.

Tip: Bring plenty of bait when snapper fishing. These fish are clever bait stealers and have good eyesight. Use the lightest leader material practical for the situation to increase catches.

Caution: Tropical weather systems are part of living in Florida.Secure belongings and gear when it comes time. Take the weather warnings seriously. I went through Hurricane Emily on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Going outside to check out the wind was not a good idea. It blew me over and I had to crawl back inside.

Dave Walker charters out of Tampa. Call (813) 310-6531, email captdavewalker@verizon.net or visit snookfish.com.

Captains corner: Mangrove snapper bite when it's hot 08/25/12 [Last modified: Saturday, August 25, 2012 5:49pm]

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