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Earlier this week it appeared that conditions were going to be good for fishing this weekend, and that still could be the case.
Unfortunately, a southwesterly wind raised its ugly head in the forecast and, if the weekend forecast holds, moderate-to-strong south to southwest winds will be plaguing the area.
Relying upon that pattern we might have some fishable conditions.
Many anglers are focusing on Memorial Day weekend, which follows next.
Often I have mentioned it is the weekend that kicks off our offshore fishing season along the Upper Texas Coast.
The water and ambient temperatures are in summertime patterns by then, and some of the first serious offshore fishing takes place.
King mackerel tend to be the most-prevalent fish found in late May; however, lots of ling usually are around as well.
The cold front earlier this week disrupted fishing and, while conditions calmed on Thursday, another siege of wind is in the forecast beginning today.
Marita Schultz, Pelican Rest Marina, was among those expressing frustration about the extended winter this year, especially with the numerous late-season cold fronts that have hit the Upper Texas Coast.
Schultz said the marina has opened a new ships store where they sell yeti coolers, Costa Del Mar Sunglasses, Tidal Surge Lures and Waterloo rods.
Ice and drinks also are available.
Boaters can tie up free when visiting Number 13, the marina’s upscale restaurant.
Fred Wise responded to Thursday’s column about the shortening of red snapper season in federal waters by asking what most party boats will do once the nine-day season ends June 10.
Most will continue operations and likely will not reduce the number of trips because of the fact this is the time when pelagic fish such as kings, ling and Dorado are found in good numbers within an easy run from shore.
Other reef fish besides red snapper are available, including other species of snapper.
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