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  • 04/2013 Fishing Report by Bob Marshall on Duke IV (Ramsgate, Kent)

    Apr 2013 by Bob Marshall

    Report on-board Duke IV

    The inshore fishing here at Ramsgate is now improving with Skate in most areas. Smoothounds, Bass and Mackerel are also arriving. Still lots of herring showing on the sounder so plenty of fodder for the large Bass that are always on the lookout for an easy meal!
    Herring has been the bait of choice for the Skate throughout the winter but as summer moves on they will be looking for mackerel.
    Squid remains a fine bait for most species and the Hounds are very partial to a whole one and when the water warms sufficiently the crabs will peel giving us more bait choice!
    The school Bass will be shoaling, great fun on the feathers or Hokkie lures. Clear water is a must though and the constant winds we are getting can stir up the water, then the humble lugworm becomes the better bait!
    The wreck fishing season starts now and we will soon be out there drift fishing jellies and shads for the Cod, Pollack and Bass.
    Still some weekend dates available and each Thursday for individuals aboard Duke IV.

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