The author chose light plug tackle to best this fine red snapper over an artificial reef.By Capt. Dave Lear
They Come for Chum
Frozen Boston mackerel cut into chunks makes perfect chum for snapper.Capt. Dave Lear
Big and Plentiful
The average size of individual red snapper appears to be on the rise.Capt. Dave Lear
Use subsurface swimming lures like the Shimano Waxwing, Rapala Glidin’ Rap or Sebile Magic Swimmer when fish are down in the water column. Bomber Badonk-A-Donks, Heddon Super Spooks or MirrOlure Top Dogs are ideal for surface presentations.
Throw Hardware
When chummed into a feeding frenzy, reds will eagerly strike an artificial lure.Capt. Dave Lear
Check the Law
Gulf fishing regulations change often, so check before you goCapt. Dave Lear
