In this episode, the baitfish fry hatch is in full swing as we venture into the Caloosahatchee River for Mid-Summer tarpon fishing. We found the fish to be pretty picky about what presentations would get a response, but once we got the pattern dialed in, the bite was on!

Gear List:
Rod: 8′ Sewell Custom Swimbait Rod
Reel: Shimano TwinPower 8K
Line: 50lb Power Pro
Leader: 80lb Mono
Lures:

Hogy 8inch HDUV Paddle Tail + 10/0 Barbarian Jig Head

7inch 1.75oz Pro Tail Eel

Capt. Ross

Owner of The Intrepid Angler, Captain Ross hails from the historic waters along the Caloosahatchee River. He has a been a fishing guide and outdoor professional working the waters of Florida and Alaska over his career. He now permanently resides in Cape Coral offering anglers exciting opportunities to target trophy gamefish around Southwest Florida on a custom Pathfinder 2500 Hybrid Bay Boat.

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