Sebastian Inlet Report

01-31-14 FRIDAY: BLACK DRUM, SEA TROUT, BLUES AND A COUPLE OF FLOUNDER AND SHEEPSHEAD 

We have another wet morning at the inlet, there is a good chance of rain off and on today and Saturday but at least it's warm. Sunday's forecast is calling for clearer skies and a temperature of 80. This morning winds are blowing out of the North at 13 mph and gusting to 16. Be sure to take rain gear if you head to the inlet today or tomorrow, sometimes the rain invigorates the fish and improves the bite.

We've had a mediocre bite this week. A few good sized Black Drum came over the rails, a lot of smaller Blues, a Flounder or two, a couple of Sheepshead and Sea Trout were active on the flats. Yesterday, Tommy Turowski of the Inlet Bait and Tackle Shop threw out a mirrolure from the rocks when a big Trout moved in, then he snagged some seaweed and spooked it! 

There are a lot of activities coming up at the Sebastian Inlet State Park. Every Wednesday in January and February, you can take a Ranger guided kayak tour from 1:00 - 3:00. Meet at the Inlet Marina, just north of the inlet. You can bring your own kayak and pay a $3.00 launch fee or rent a single or double at the Marina for $20 for two hours which includes paddles and life vests. This is a weather-dependent event. Call the State Park ahead of time to ensure the activity is happening. On Saturday, Feb. 1st take an adventure to find clues and locations around the Park, Geo Caching using a GPS or Smart Phone. February 4th from 1:00 - 3:00 you can attend a surf fishing workshop at the Sebastian Inlet Fishing Museum. Learn the basics of surf fishing, rod and reel selection, standard Pompano rig, choosing bait and more. On Saturday the 8th, take a Ranger guided stroll along side of the Inlet learning the local history and plants, animals and birds that inhabit the area. Every Sunday in February and March, you can have breakfast with a SISP Ranger at 9:00 a.m. at the Inlet Grill and Gift Shop, who will answer any questions you have regarding the Park. For more information on Park activities, visit their web site at www.floridastateparks.org/sebastianinlet.