B3 Fly or Big
Bad Bunny.   
The middle fly
is a version tied
with craft fur
(then I call it a
CF2).
This is what a red fish will look
like in the water.  Thus, our
motto, "See the fish, Catch the
fish!"  They are seldom still, so
be prepared to cast to a moving
target.
Fly of the Month
B3  (Big Bad Bunny) & CF2
I love rabbit.  This stuff has plenty of action in the water when retrieved and as it sets still.  It is also easy to tie
with, is durable and can be used in bodies and tailing material.  The B3 is normally a big fish fly for Bull Reds,
Jack Crevalle, and Cobia.  It is usually tied on a 2/0 - 4/0 hook for big fish, but can be tied smaller.  I usually
weigh the hook with lead wire or a cone head.  A mono tail loop will help keep the tail from fouling.  Two colors
of flash flanking the bunny tail, tie in a collar of long flash chenille or schlappen, then a big bushy chenille head.
The CF2 is identical to the B3, but instead of rabbit use craft fur for the tail, flank with flash, wrap 3 wraps of
chenille, then tie in  wing of craft fur and over wing of flash.  Hook size ranges are the same.
Hurricane Katrina did a lot of damage to New Orleans and Plaquemines Parish.  However,
the "post-Katrina" fishing has never slowed down and there are quite a few places to stay.  
Don't let the news scare you into thinking southeast Louisiana  is still destroyed from
Katrina, because we have come back strong.  All of the places you would want to visit in
New Orleans are open for business, and most of the city and surrounding areas are
waiting for you!!

BE ON TOP OF YOUR GAME FOR SUCCESS

  • Practice casting at targets.  Increased success comes from being able to cast to the target
    quickly and accurately.  Tip: Pick a spot where you want the fly to land when fishing and not
    look at the fish except with periphery vision. You will be much more accurate in putting the fly
    where it needs to be and not blow out fish as often.

  • Practice in windy conditions.  A light wind in saltwater fishing is less than 10 mph with 10-
    15 mph winds being the norm.  Cast with, into, and across the wind.

  • Ranges to targets will vary from 10 feet to 50 feet, with the average distance being 25 feet..  
    Casting to close targets can be difficult so you may want to be better at these than the 50 footers.
  • Big reds do not become big reds by being stupid.  They seem slow and show up close, but this
    is very deceiving
RED CHASER CHARTERS
Things you want to bring for the trip
  • Camera
  • Amber Polarized Sunglasses  They make a
    huge difference!
  • While we have rain gear, your personal rain
    gear will fit you better
  • Whatever you like to eat and drink
Flies, Tips, & FAQs
Click on map for larger image
We usually fish in the
Port Sulphur area.  
However, we know the
water of almost all of
Plaquemines Parish and
enjoy fishing the Venice
area as well.  Ask about
Venice fishing!
Contact us @
kirby@redchasercharters.com
or by phone
504-464-1697
Kirby's Kreature
Developed about 8 years ago I wanted a fly that could imitate a crab or a minnow without looking like either
one.  I wanted colors, weight, and animation or action of the fly to make the fish decide what it was.  Aptly,
named the Kreature, it could be retrieved faster to look like a minnow or dead slow  to be a crab.  I will post a
picture and tying instructions later.  It is a great fall pattern for redfish and black drum and has been my #1 fly
for the last 2 months.
Red Chaser Charters website designed and managed by BKD Enterprises/ Kirby LaCour, Jr. owner
Red Chaser Charters website designed and managed by BKD Enterprises/ Kirby LaCour, Jr. owner. copyright 2008
                 TIPS                    &           FAQ'S
Places to Stay?
There are a number of hotels or a great B&B not far
from the fishing.  Check out our Links Page to see the
B&B and contact us for information about what hotels
are open and are closest to the fishing.
Do we provide flies & tackle?  Yes.  However, if
you want to tie your own flies check out the fly of the
month above or contact us for what is best when you
come down.  We provide fly and spin/casting tackle.

Do we pick you up at the hotel?  No, due to
changing fishing conditions you will need to meet us
at the marina we are working out of at that time.

What is the average catch per day on reds?  
That is totally dependent on many variables.  
Weather, angler ability, and of course the fish.  We
will work extremely hard to put you on fish all day long,
but usually you will have between 6-20 shots at fish.

Do you clean fish?   No, we do not.  However, ask
about cleaning details before you come down.
HOT TIP!!  HOT TIP!!  HOT TIP!!
         TOPWATER

With shrimp starting to come in
be ready to feed reds and
specks topwater plugs and flies.
 Crab patterns are working best
on fly currently.