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Originally Posted by JohnR
OK, I'm not giving up on fishing still this year because there is still fun to be had, though my opportunities are quickly disappearing  due to other commitments (kid  ).
I do always want to do some great, cheap, warm weather fishing during the winter months which obviously means heading south.
What are some good options for some warm weather cheap fishing to consider this year. Especially with some shore fishing mixed in? |
Lot's of options!
There is fantastic Striper fishing in North Carolina. Good surf fishing all around down there. It's just a matter of hitting the weather right. The GBT are hanging out there in shallow water if you want to spend the money on a charter.
Florida is always a good bet. I was down there last February, and it was a cold, but the weather finally broke and the slaughter was on.
Be advised, you can pretty much go anywhere in Florida with a casting stick, a handful of Sluggos, and a few poppers, and do well.
If you like fishin' on a pier, they have many to choose from.
Don't forget the LMB. Stop anywhere on the side of the road, and cast into a ditch. Chances are, there's bass and peacocks there.
The Keys could be a good destination, however it's pricy to stay there, and you would probably need a boat to do anything of substance.
For a fly away trip, it's all based on how much your budget is.
Mexico is the best deal around. It can't be beat. it's easy to get to as well.
I go down to southern Baja 3 times a year. I love to chase Roosters and Pargo. They make me crazy. I love it.
They are some of the toughest fish I ever fought for their size.
By the way, it's very safe. No drug crap down there.
There are places that you can surf cast for them, or you could charter a 22 foot panga with a Pangero (captain) for about $200 per day.
That's not bad if you split it with another guy. It's cheap to stay there for a week.
You could do it for 5 days with airfare, fishing, lodging, and food for around $2000.00 per person.
I've never had a bad trip, and I've always set a personal best, every time I've gone.
Panama is probably the best inshore fishery around, but it's very expensive, and not the easiest place to get to.
I used to be able to go there for $800 a week. Now it's $5000 without airfares and transfers!
Costa Rica runs a close second to Panama.
I've made many a trip in my day, and I know the do's and don'ts of travel trips, and the best advise I can give you is to. . . .ask a lot of questions, plan properly, and pray for good weather.
Moog
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