"Battling Blacktips and Braving the Rain: An Epic Inshore Adventure"

It was a great day out on the water with Anoosha at Butler Beach down here in Florida. February is a prime time for inshore and backwater fishing, as the cooler weather and calmer conditions make for ideal fishing. Despite the afternoon rain, we had a blast working the flats and channels, targeting some of the area's top gamefish.

We started the day casting live bait and lures, hoping to hook into some feisty inshore species. It didn't take long before Anoosha's rod bent hard—she had hooked into a scrappy Atlantic sharpnose shark that put up a good fight before we were able to bring it boatside. After releasing the shark, the action stayed steady, and she landed a beautiful Rainbow trout. A little later, we spotted a group of Blacktip sharks busting baitfish, so we quickly switched tactics and started casting spoons and plugs. Anoosha made a great cast, drawing a savage strike, and soon she was battling another Blacktip. We worked that area hard, managing to hook a couple more before they moved on.

Though the weather tried to put a damper on things, we never let it slow us down. We just adapted our approach, kept a positive attitude, and made the most of every opportunity that came our way. That's the great thing about inshore fishing—you have to be ready for anything, and when you put in the work, the rewards can be fantastic. We may not have limited out, but we still had a blast chasing some great fish and creating awesome memories.

If you're looking to experience the best backwater and inshore fishing that the Butler Beach and St. Augustine area has to offer, be sure to book a trip with Ray Charters. Whether you're after hard-fighting sharks, quality trout, or any of the other amazing species that call these waters home, our expert guides will put you on the fish and make sure you have an unforgettable time on the water. So what are you waiting for? Come join us and see why this is one of the top fishing destinations in Florida!