Well we're off for the not-a-fishing-trip trip. I have to stay focused that this is a celebration of Theresa's 60th birthday. Period. Well asterisk. The weather looks great down there, to me, even though the last few days of 50 degree temps in New Jersey was greatly appreciated. It saves us on the oil and cutting into my supply of wood that feeds the wood stove. Below is what we're heading down to,
In case she was wondering the moon phase on her birthday will be a waning crescent at 31% headed towards the New Moon on January 18th. Not the best moon, for a birthday, ha, but it'll be fine. Remember, this is not a fishing trip.
If I do get a chance to fish I'll first make a stop by to Southern Drawl Outfitters to pick up a few flies and hopefully some good direction for walk and wade fishing. My plan was to pick up a pair of waders down there but I'm taking my flats boots and will just wet wade. With air temps in the 50's how bad could it be. Plus, I just need the protection for my feet from the oysters more than I do from the cold, I think.
The big question is are there sight fishing opportunities, while on foot, in January? Well the water is gin clear and allegedly the redfish, trout, and sheepshead look to the skinny water flats to hang, hold, and eat. A quick Google AI search gave me the below answer,
I'll be back in a week just as some of you are heading to TTFS at Marlborough. The following week I'll be at Edison set up at the Squimpish booth on Saturday from 9-12 trying to remember how to tie a fly. It's a one-day and done show for me this year, and that'll be fine.