Fly Fishing Report for Anna Maria Island: September 14, 2024
Fly anglers, tomorrow brings perfect casting conditions on Anna Maria Island with light winds and high tide at 8:51 AM. Focus on snook and redfish near grass flats and mangroves...
Good evening, fly anglers! Tomorrow’s conditions are perfect for fly fishing, especially during the morning high tide.
Weather and Conditions
- Temperature: Starting around 80°F in the morning, climbing to 87°F by midday.
- Heat Index: Feels like 91°F—stay hydrated and protected from the sun.
- Wind: Light at 6 mph, making for smooth casting conditions.
- Water Temperature: 84°F, keeping snook and redfish actively feeding.
Tides and Timing
- High Tide: 8:51 AM at 2.67 feet
- Low Tide: 4:47 PM at 0.08 feet
The morning high tide will be the most productive time for targeting snook, redfish, and trout as they move into shallow areas to feed.
Top Fly Fishing Spots
- Sarasota Bay Grass Flats: Target redfish and trout with shrimp patterns.
- Perico Bayou: Snook will be actively feeding near mangroves during the high tide.
- Bimini Bay: Calm waters make it a great spot for sight fishing in the morning.
Fly Selection
- Shrimp Patterns for snook and redfish.
- Clouser Minnows for trout.
- Crab Patterns for working the shallows during high tide.
Moon and Tides
The First Quarter Moon creates steady tidal flow, ideal for fly fishing.(TideChecker)(World Tides 2024 | TideTime.org).
Safety Tip: Thunderstorms are expected by 3-4 PM, so finish early to stay safe(TideChecker).
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