Quote Originally Posted by JD7.62 View Post
I live in Navarre but been back in Louisville since Christmas. Bonita have been running well in the mornings.

The whiting bite from Navarre pier has been phenomenal this year. I know Ive seen some world records go over the rail, I got one my self the was two ounces short. For best results buy LIVE shrimp and peel them to use as the fresher the shrimp the better. I like to use at least 30" of 8lb fluro for leader material as they can be lead shy at times, a size 2 light wire circle hook will get the job done.

Google emerald coast pier fishing forum for a local forum for that area.
I've been a member of that forum for some time now. Good site, but they haven't been that forthcoming with info about fishing this time of year, other than just a couple people giving me some tips.

I'm not looking for anyone's spot, but just some info to get me on some fish. This looks like the only trip I will get to take to the beach this year, so I want to make it count.

Are you catching the bonita from the pier? Using jigs?

If I do go to the pier, do you think I will need to get my own drop-net or rope gaff?