Fly Fishing Snook: Stop Blind Casting And Start Looking

Posted under fly fishing media by Dave Teper

Big snook are as spooky as fish come. They live in areas that see no boat traffic, and stay out of the wind even with a hard blow. Pole into a muddy cove or up one of the Everglades many creek systems and make a super stealthy approach, as snook in these areas will blow out from the tiniest boat wake, loud talking, blind casting (both from the disturbance in the water, and the unnecessary movement made while casting at nothing), and just about anything else that moves or makes noise.

In March and April, the waters warm up, and the prevailing wind blows east-northeast. This wind blows a lot of the water out of the creek systems that big fish winter in. This movement of water forces snook to come out of their hiding spots, just long enough for us to get at them. Carefully present a fly in front of these fish, and let them swim to it. Once the fish is really close to the fly, strip it a couple of times short and fast. If you did everything correct, you’ll be in for one of the greatest eats you’ll ever see.