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RED SNAPPER STATE RECoRD Fish each location, fish both up current and down current sides. Give about 15 minutes to get the first bite. Also try various jigs or live/dead bait methods before deciding to move on to the next location. <<< TIP: LET THEM EAT! When fishing with circle hooks there is no need to set the hook. Circle hooks self set when you apply pressure from reeling your line. When you get bit reel your line to set the circle hook. Make sure you let them eat. Angler:Capt. “Doc” Kennedy Date: June 1996 Weight: 50.25lbs. Location: S. Timbalier Blk. 185 IGFA World Record 1996 LOWA Fish of the Year Size Limit: 16” minimum total length Bag and Possession Limit: Two daily per person LEADERJig set up: Yozuri HD Carbon 60lb or 80lb, 3’ long. Drop Shot set up: Momoi’s Hi-Catch Mono 150lb HooK-8/0 or 9/0 Eagle Claw Circle Sea Hook SWIVEL- 130lb Spro Power Swivels FAVoRITE KNoT- No name knot, uni knot, improved clinch. Caroline is better for nice hardy live bait, it gives them more leader to swim around. Drop shot is good for dead bait options and helps keep your bait off the bottom. Journey South Outfitters now offer mangrove and red snapper trips during the June 1- July 17th season. The all inclusive (fuel, bait, ice) 7 hour trips cost $1,400 and you’re allowed to bring up to 6 anglers. FoR MoRE INFo PLEASE CALL (504) 616 8119 June 2016 www.marshandbayou.com 39