Today, Tania and I set out on a memorable fishing trip with the legendary Captain Bo Samuel of Pullin Drag Charters. Although I’ve known Captain Bo for years and admired his snook and sheepshead fishing expertise, Tania’s preference for higher gunnel boats has always kept us from fishing together. But today, with sheepshead on our minds, we finally made it happen!

We met Captain Bo at Little Jim’s dock at 8 AM (a slight adjustment from the original 7 AM due to the chilly morning) and quickly set off. We headed north of the Fort Pierce Inlet, where the bite began a bit slow, with a few early catches followed by lulls.

However, around 10:30 AM, the action exploded! We began consistently catching fish, filling the cooler with a diverse haul that included black margate, sheepshead (including Tania’s impressive 18-inch stud!), weakfish, croaker, mangrove snapper, chocolate porgies, lane snapper, and several other species like porkfish, mother-in-law fish, and even a massive 3.5-foot bonnet-head shark.

Captain Bo was an outstanding guide. He put us on fish and offered great company the whole day. He truly deserves high praise for his expertise and professionalism.

Back at Little Jim’s, we took photos of our catch and appreciated Captain Bo for cleaning our fish. While there, we encountered another skilled captain, Billy Briggs of Old Florida Guide Service. Captain Billy, recognized for his outstanding fishing skills and entertaining personality, playfully teased me for not going out with him, but it was all in good fun.

If you’re interested in sheepshead fishing, Captain Bo will speak at the Treasure Coast Salt Strong Meeting on January 28 at 6:30 PM at Sailfish Brewing Company. Happy Hour will be in full swing, so grab a drink and join the conversation!

Indulging in the Catch:

Tomorrow, I’ll be putting our delicious haul to good use:

• Ceviche: The snapper will be transformed into a vibrant and refreshing ceviche.
• Sheepshead Chowder: A rich and delicious sheepshead chowder is featured on the menu.
• Blackened Pompano: The pompano will be expertly seasoned and blackened for a delicious dinner.
• Grilled Feast: The remaining fish will be perfectly grilled and served over a bed of rice.

Click the links below to see how I made the delectable recipes

It was an unforgettable day on the water with Captain Bo! I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a fantastic fishing experience in the Fort Pierce area.

Tania and I send our best wishes to all fellow anglers. May your fishing adventures be safe, blessed, and filled with tight lines and good times! Until next time, keep casting and chasing those dreams on the water.

The Treasure Coast Chapter of Salt Strong now hosts monthly meetings in Fort Pierce on the 4th Thursday of each month. These meetings offer a range of benefits to members, including a 20% discount on tackle, access to Smart Fishing spots, and insider information on local trends. Additionally, there will be monthly tournaments and guest speakers featured. To learn more about Salt Strong, click the links below for a FREE pack of Slam Shady or a 30-day test drive.