Red and Mangrove Snapper, Specks, and Expert late Summer Fishing Tips

In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, Butch gets expert insights from Chris Vecsey, Capt. Bobby Abruscato, and Branden Collier. Chris shares how late summer and early fall patterns are shaping fishing success, with tips on inshore and offshore conditions, bait selection, and the effectiveness of shrimp imitations and tandem rigs.

Capt. Bobby dives into wade fishing strategies, lure choices like the Slick Junior, and the importance of downsizing to keep the bite going, plus stories of shark encounters and targeting white trout, speckled trout, and black fish.

Captain Branden Collier discusses the challenges of amberjack and snapper fishing, the value of live bait, and how mapping software and transducers can help you find the best spots. The captains also weigh in on the latest fishing technology, including spot lock trolling motors and power poles.

Whether you’re after redfish, trout, flounder, or offshore species, this episode is packed with actionable tips and local knowledge to help you catch more fish this fall.

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