Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Inshore Temp:
83
Offshore Temp:
81
Capt. Ken Chambers 's Tip of the Week
Fish the perimeter of the massive bait schools in front of the islands. All species are found in these areas. Look for areas with good current.
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Tide data

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Backcountry Guide Service5-Day Outlook as of 9/25/25
Warm week with small rain chances. Winds are mostly calm and should stay that way depending on the direction of the tropical systems in the Atlantic.
Techniques & Tips as of 9/25/25
Gurglers around points in the back bays or mullet flies near the outside seem best early in the morning.
Current Conditions as of 9/25/25
Sunny with mild winds. Tides are low in the morning with a nice incoming. Water is clear and the fish are biting.Local Species Available Year round
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Snook
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Redfish
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Tarpon
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Seatrout
Capt. Ken Chambers 's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Lefty's Deceiver | White | 1/0 |
Puglisi Peanut Butter Fly | Black/Purple | 2/0 |
Tarpon Toad | Chartreuse | 3/0 |
Grassett's Snook Minnow | White | 1/0 |
Clouser Minnow | Chartreuse/White | 1/0-2/0 |
Capt. Ken Chambers 's Recommended Gear
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Best Leader:
Mirage Big Game Leaders
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Best Tippet:
Mirage Pure Fluorocarbon Tippet
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Best Fly Fishing Rod:
9-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
Redfish WF Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Clear Sink Tip Fly Line