Was at Critter Cove on the weekend as well. We stayed inside and did not limit. We wound up with 9 real nice springs between three guys so can't complain. Fishing inside was not hot on the weekend, but was not bad either. The hot spots inside seemed to move from day to day. Most consistent for folks seemed to be Coopte and the south end of Strange a.k.a Salter pt. based on talk on the dock. Hoiss, Discovery and Dolly's produced best for us. Heard San Carlos was hot on Monday.
We did not get outside this trip but those who did, did very well. When we were at Dolly's Fisheries Officers were sitting out there watching things closely at Friendly cove. Good to see frankly. Watched a couple boats get busted for their poor decisions with respect to the line. Rumour is gear was confiscated, fines were issued and possible charges... all following interrogations by the officers. Another rumour is that they were/are using some pretty high-tech techniques to help identify the poachers.
Any white based hoochie with glow properties produced for us. Bait was untouched for us. Most fish also came on our top rod.
Those of you who are on your way, I am sure it is only getting better each day.