When guide Wendell Wilson sees what he likes on his depth finder when fishing for multiple species, he immediately drops a marker buoy, tossing it off to the side of the spot so it won’t spook the fish but will give him a reference point.
“The target area where the fish will be caught is usually small at this time of year,” Wilson said. “So presentation is crucial; close is not good enough. I’ll mark the spot, then move the boat with the electric motor back to the area I marked the fish and when I get there I can usually stay on the spot with the electric motor.
“If needed, I can maneuver around with any wind to be able to hold the boat position just right. While the bites are often aggressive, the fish will usually not stray far from the target so an exact presentation is a real key to success in February.”
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