They are Scavengers more than they are Predators. If they are on the chew, they would take anything anytime. Which unfortunately is a BAD thing because some Fishos don't see that as an "odd thing to normal" and unfortunately will fish for Snapper that way and struggle to maintain success. And when the Snapper aren't on a hot bite but need to be properly fished for, what worked when the Snapper were hungry and on a hot bite, won't work when they are choosy. Now this is not to take any achievements away from those that do catch Snapper, because it is about finding "The Simple Code" and confidently backing yourself, which is what the success is all about.
I am jealous as, because here in SA we don't have the same Land-based Snapper opportunities that you guys have there in Victoria.
But by boat it is the same principle, be it that Land-based Snapper are a bit more "particular", hence get to know the "stuff" and what simple "stuff" works there and put the plan into action.
It took a few trips to Black Point SA (boat), to work out what worked and what worked there. Once the simple art of fishing that location was worked out , , , , BOOM
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Each location has it's specifics , , , , weather, wind, time, tide, rig, bait, burley etc. Just need to find that locations simple code.
Things that I find are a good starting point.
Keep it simple. No need to complicate your fishing efforts.
A simple rig (for that location) works better than complicating it up.
A sinker to "just" grab bottom, no need to have big unnecessary weights.
Good fresh bait can't be beat. With old smelly bait, you are behind the 8 ball.
Well presented bait.
Burley or not to burley, cube or not to cube , , , , each place has its "what works" best.
These are just a few of my favourite things.
Cheers, Bugatti
