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*****Lane Snapper and Red Grouper are now open

*****October through July fills up fast, so if you have a preferred date in mind, it's best to book now to secure your spot!

*****Boca Grande Inshore Fishing Report - April 2025

The inshore fishing around Boca Grande has been absolutely outstanding as the water continues to warm up with the increasing temperatures. Speckled trout and redfish are especially on fire right now, making for some action-packed days on the water. Anglers are also catching plenty of snook, pompano, ladyfish, and some snapper, thanks to the warmer weather and the last of our cold fronts. These species are starting to feed more aggressively, offering exciting opportunities for anglers.

While inshore fishing can sometimes present challenges, a skilled guide can adapt to any conditions and ensure a successful trip. One of the advantages I offer as a local guide is the use of an 18-foot shallow-running tunnel hull boat. This gives us an edge over other guides who run larger, deep-draft boats. With my boat, we can access hard-to-reach, shallow areas that many others can't get to, allowing us to target fish in prime feeding spots that others simply can’t reach.

The bait of choice for this time of year has been live shrimp, jigs, and cut bait, all of which are attracting strong bites and producing solid catches.

Please note that redfish and snook are catch-and-release only on my charters, even when they are in season, to help preserve the fishery for future generations. Many guides in Southwest Florida are adopting this same practice. We can keep a few trout, as well as some snapper, sheepshead, and pompano, but inshore trips are limited to these species. If you’re looking for a meat trip and want to bring home more fish, I recommend booking an offshore charter instead!

Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a beginner, I’ll ensure you have a great time on the water and the best chance for success. Book your trip today and let’s make the most of these amazing spring fishing conditions!

*****Boca Grande Offshore Fishing Report – April 2025

Spring is here, and we're taking full advantage of the more consistent weather with our Boca Grande offshore fishing trips. With the winter cold fronts behind us and temperatures rising, the fishing conditions are improving, and we’ve been seeing some fantastic action out on the water. While we still have some windy, rough days that keep us inshore for safety, we’ve been making the most of the calm days, and the fishing has been outstanding.

Red Grouper and Lane Snapper Are Open for Harvest!
Exciting news—Red Grouper and Lane Snapper are now open for harvest, giving anglers even more chances to bring home a great catch. The bite has been steady offshore, with Snapper being particularly eager to bite. We’ve been hauling in a great mix of Lane, Gray, Yellowtail, and Vermilion Snapper, with squid, shrimp, sardines, and white bait as the baits of choice.

Other Offshore Species:
Along with Snapper, we’ve had great success targeting other offshore species. Red Grouper, African Pompano, Cobia, Kingfish, Amberjack, Triggerfish, and Key West Grunts have all been putting up a good fight. For anglers targeting keeper Grouper, we recommend booking an 8-hour offshore trip, as deeper waters offer better opportunities for these bigger fish.

Book Your Offshore Adventure Today!
With the beautiful Gulf of Mexico as your backdrop and plenty of exciting fishing ahead, there's no better way to end the day than by returning with a cooler full of fresh fish for dinner. Whether you're an experienced angler or a first-timer, now is the perfect time to book your offshore fishing adventure with us.

Don’t miss out on the action—contact us today to reserve your trip and experience some of the best offshore fishing Boca Grande has to offer!

***** Just a reminder: gratuity is not included in the price of your trip. A customary tip of 20% is greatly appreciated and goes a long way in showing your appreciation for the service. Thank you!

If your preferred date isn’t showing as available, please reach out through the contact page or call/text me at 941-268-4694. Some days are blocked off for scheduled time off, but I may be able to accommodate you. If I can’t, I can often recommend a reputable Captain or Guide to help you plan your trip. Thank you!

Policies & Procedures For Fishing Charters

Reservations require a deposit: $200 for Offshore & Nearshore trips, $150 for Inshore & Shark trips, and $100 for all other excursions
Please note that Redfish and Snook on our inshore charters are catch-and-release only. We can keep a few Trout, along with any Snapper and Sheepshead we may catch, but that's about it. If you're looking to bring home a larger quantity of fish for dinner, we recommend booking an offshore trip.
Some fish have closed seasons for harvesting, if any questions please contact Captain Jeff
The captain reserves the right to postpone or cancel a trip due to poor weather conditions or other reasons at his discretion. Trips canceled by the captain will receive a 100% refund.
The captain will email you within 48 hours of your reservation with an itinerary that includes all the trip details.
A full refund is issued for all trips canceled with at least 14 days' notice. However, for cancellations made within 14 days, the deposit is forfeited. For cancellations within 3 days or for no-shows on the day of the charter, the full amount will be due and charged to the card used for the deposit.
Things Not to Bring:
Please refrain from bringing the following items aboard: glass bottles, black-soled shoes, boots, firearms, nonprescription drugs, and cannabis even with a prescription isn't allowed in Federal waters. Aerosol sunscreen is also prohibited. Additionally, GPS tracking devices of any kind are not allowed. Please ensure that location services are disabled on cell phones and smart watches in your settings.The reason for this policy is straightforward: our offshore fishing spots are crucial to our livelihood and are private locations that I have discovered and protected over the past 30+ years. Therefore, every effort is made to prtect them. If our system detects a GPS tracking device, the trip will be terminated, and we will return to port with full payment due.If you have any questions, please contact Captain Jeff.Thank you for your understanding!
Things to Bring:
Please bring drinks, snacks, a small cooler to put them in, a hat, rain gear, sunglasses, and non-aerosol sunscreen. We recommend non-marking white-soled shoes for the boat. If you're prone to motion sickness or unsure, consider bringing Dramamine (please follow the directions on the box).
Gratuity is not included in your trip; a customary tip is 20% of the total cost.
Trips depart from Gasparilla Marina. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled departure.
1 - 4 guest are permitted
If you have any questions please Contact Captain Jeff
Please look over the Trip Details page to ensure you are booking the correct trip for what your looking for.

Policies & Procedures For Cruises & Tours

Tour and Cruise reservations require a $100.00 deposit
Up to 6 guest are permitted
The captain may postpone or cancel a trip due to poor weather conditions or other reasons at his discretion. Trips canceled by the captain will receive a 100% refund.
The captain will email you within 48 hours of your reservation with an itinerary that includes all the trip details.
A full refund will be issued for all trips canceled with at least 14 days' notice. However, if canceled within 14 days, the deposit is forfeited. For cancellations made within 3 days or in the case of no-shows on the day of the charter, the full amount will be charged to the card used for the deposit.
Things not to bring-non prescription drugs, glass bottles, black soled shoes, firearms, aerosol sun block.
Things to bring-Drinks(alcohol is allowed), snacks, a small cooler, a hat, rain gear, sunglasses, sun block (non aerosol), non marking white soled shoes(flip flops are ok)
Trips depart from Gasparilla Marina. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled departure. Pickup can also be arranged from the Little Gasparilla Island docks.
Gratuity is not included; the customary amount is 20% of the charter price.
If you have any questions please contact me

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