avid fishing pole St. Croix Surf Spinning Rod 9'0” Medium St. Croix Avid Series Walleye

We met Charter Captain Justin Cauffman of Native Salt Charters at his dock on Gasparilla Island, just steps from the iconic Pink Elephant restaurant

If your lure needs to sink in place without heading back toward you in a pendulum motion, feed it line before closing the bait

Some lakes and waters have been charted and any sensible angler would use that information to help them find the best spot

You'll also need a free Wildlife Identification Number (WiN card) before purchasing a license

This lure has a single joint between the body and head, which is actually patented, that helps creates a sound and motion thats completely distinct from any other bait on the market