We bet you’re all as happy as we are that the sun has finally come out to play! This is particularly great news for all the women and children participating in the ‘Sweeties and Squires’ fishing competition from 11-13 April. Check the Whitsunday Game Fish Club Facebook page for all the details.
Dam
With all the rain we’ve continued to have, there’s been a heavy surface bite at the dam. If it continues to be good, focus on the northern end under the mountain ranges. For lures, we can recommend the Z-Man Billy Goat 4.25”.
Other than that, fishing at the dam remains the same, with it being important to look for the inflow of water.
Estuary
It’s going to be big tides again over the next few days so fishing Thompson’s Creek could be a great idea. Mix things up and target Mangrove Jack using 3-5” soft plastics.
If Proserpine River is where you’re headed, there have been some great barra caught from the ramp.
Islands & Offshore
The weather isn’t looking to best in terms of wind over the next few days, so stick to the inshore islands for the most comfortable day out. There’s always somewhere protected to go!
There are plenty of fingermark and tuna currently on the chew. If fishing for fingermark, we can recommend using the 95mm Squidtrex. For tuna, we can recommend 30g metal slugs and 100mm sinking stickbaits.
Be sure to check your local forecasts before heading out, check your safety gear to make sure it’s both in date and working, and log on with the local VMR. To everyone in the fishing comp, we look forward to seeing some great photos!
Young legend, Eli, and his mum, Hannah with their first keeper flathead
Ryan with a quality fingermark caught using the 95mm Squidtrex
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