Hooked a GIANT Snook Sheepshead Fishing… What Happened Next!
- By: Pat Ogletree
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Hey, Salt Strong family—Pat here!
Some fishing trips stick with you for all the wrong reasons, and this was one of them. Though I did learn a lot (stay tuned until the end of the video).
“New year, new you,” right? With that in mind, I hit the water at first light, determined to land a sheepshead on artificial lures. Thick fog blanketed the area, the docks were calling, and I was ready to make it happen.
But sometimes, fishing throws you a curveball (or three).
As I worked my way along the docks, I spotted a good snook—so good it didn’t just turn my head; it completely hijacked my plans. I cast out, felt the unmistakable thump, and the fight was on. For a moment, I thought I had it… and then disaster struck.
What happened next? Let’s just say it’s a story every angler has lived at least once…
This trip had plenty going for it: tailing redfish, elusive sheepshead, and enough hard-earned lessons to fill a notebook. But that snook? That one’s going to stay with me for a long time.
Curious to see how it all played out? Watch the full video below!
If you’re serious about catching more fish, don’t forget to check out our Salt Strong Fishing School. We’ll show you exactly how to find where the fish are biting and how to catch them with confidence.
Tight lines,
Pat
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Definitely important to keep moving and not get attached to an area even if fish are present.
They knew your kayak and thought “ OH HECK NO “ 🤣🤣
Pat you are human! Pretty sure next time.
What artificial was you using for sheepshead Pat?
I was using the Savage Gear Dura Tech Crab
https://fishstrong.com/products/savage-gear-duratech-crab
Great video Pat! Looks like the big snook were chewing under docks that trip. They sure are tough to get out though.
That one had no intentions on getting caught! Learned some lessons on that trip
Great video Pat, hard fishing days still teach us something! Thanks for sharing!
I think the hard days teach us more! Thanks for watching Don!