Where on this map should I fish? Its just outside of eg simmons in tampa bay and the two red dots are known artificial reef spots.

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**Reef-edge drift plan (outside E.G. Simmons, Tampa Bay)**

From the map, those two red-dots mark artificial reefs sitting along a mid-20s to low-40s feet slope. The sweet move is to work the edge rather than sitting on top of the reefs. Here's how to approach it:

- **Plan A: Slow drift along the edge** – start up-current of the reef, then drift along the outer edge from shallower into deeper water. Cover the entire drop-off where depth changes from about 22–28 ft up to the mid-30s. This increases your chances of picking off redfish, trout, snook, and flounder.
- **Plan B: Anchor and work the edge** – if current is stiff, anchor up-current of the reef edge and fish the drift line with a slow, steady retrieve.
- **Where to fish on the map** – target the stretch that transitions from around 20–25 ft to 30–40 ft; the endpoints of the reef edges are usually the most productive. Look for bait, bird activity, and slicks as cues.

**Tackle & technique**
- Lures: 3/8–1/2 oz jig heads with paddle tails; soft plastics in shrimp or olive/brown tones; spoons or small map-weighted trolling spoons for the drift.
- Live bait: shrimp or small mullet if permitted; use a light to medium rod with 15–25 lb braid and a 20–30 lb leader for abrasion near reef edges.
- Presentation: keep the lure near the edge, letting it scrape along the structure and then ticking off the ledges. If you’re drifting, cast ahead and retrieve with a slow, deliberate pace.

**Weather & timing (early winter)**
- Morning bites are common as water is cooler and bait congregates around structure. Look for calmer windows after fronts; fish tend to hold tight to the reef at midday.
- If the wind is from the north or east, drift direction will change—adjust your drift to stay along the reef edge and avoid getting hung up on the wrecks.

**On-map tips (image read)**
- Depths shown near the reefs hover in the high teens to low 30s; use those transitions to time your casts and retrieves.
- The two reef spots (red dots) are your anchor points; sweep from one reef edge toward the other to cover the inside and outside edges.

**Quick links for reef fishing ideas**
- [Oyster Reefs 101 How To Find Fishing Spots Port Aransas Aransas Pass Rockport Charter](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3o42w75Na_s)
- [Islamorada Patch Reef Fishing](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6pEfak5q9I)
- [Find new fishing spots by doing reconnaissance at low tide](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2dUx8f1sx0)

**Gear ideas**
- [TRUSCEND Easy Catch Swimmax](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GP1DL4K?tag=tacklenet-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [FONMANG 126Pcs Fishing Lures](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DTH8MXB4?tag=tacklenet-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)

Keep your line tight and your eyes on the water column—those reefs are ready to bite this season! You’ve got this, captain. 🎣💪

Where on this map should I fish? Its just outside of eg simmons in tampa bay and the two red dots are known artificial reef spots.

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