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Robert Forte
Naples, Florida
Reported: 2 days ago

This past week, the highlight for most trips, especially with the kids are the bonnethead sharks. Yesterday I believe we caught 10, and these young boys wanted nothing more than to see a shark. So how about 10?! Using light tackle with shrimp as bait, they put up a great...
Robert Forte
Robert Forte Naples, Florida Reported: 2 days ago
This past week, the highlight for most trips, especially with the kids are the bonnethead sharks. Yesterday I believe we caught 10, and these young boys wanted nothing more than to see a shark. So how about 10?! Using light tackle with shrimp as bait, they put up a great fight and were great for the table as well!
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Tyler Keegan
Marco Island, Florida
Reported: 2 days ago

Opportunity at all species
Tyler Keegan
Tyler Keegan Marco Island, Florida Reported: 2 days ago
Opportunity at all species
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Fishing in Marco Island, Florida
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Justin Richards
Fort Myers, Florida
Reported: 3 days ago

Spring time fishing is firing up with big schools of snook and redfish showing up
Justin Richards
Justin Richards Fort Myers, Florida Reported: 3 days ago
Spring time fishing is firing up with big schools of snook and redfish showing up
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
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Jesse Calhoun

Jesse Calhoun
Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Reported: 5 days ago

Tons of action, plenty for dinner. Fun exciting variety of fish around
Jesse Calhoun
Jesse Calhoun Fort Myers Beach, Florida Reported: 5 days ago
Tons of action, plenty for dinner. Fun exciting variety of fish around
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
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Steve Gould

Steve Gould with Trophy Time Charters and More
Marco Island, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

Goliath grouper and tarpon are going really well. Lots of action.
Steve Gould
Steve Gould with Trophy Time Charters and More Marco Island, Florida Reported: 1 week ago
Goliath grouper and tarpon are going really well. Lots of action.
Fishing in Naples, Florida
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Robert Forte
Naples, Florida
Reported: 3 weeks ago

Spring is kicking into full effect. Different species are showing up, such as Jack, black drum, redfish, trout, and more!
Robert Forte
Robert Forte Naples, Florida Reported: 3 weeks ago
Spring is kicking into full effect. Different species are showing up, such as Jack, black drum, redfish, trout, and more!
Fishing in Naples, Florida
Fishing in Naples, Florida
Fishing in Naples, Florida
Fishing in Naples, Florida
Fishing in Naples, Florida
Fishing in Naples, Florida
Fishing in Naples, Florida
Fishing in Naples, Florida
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Perry Bedell with On a Mission Fishing Charters
Naples, Florida
Reported: 3 weeks ago

March is the true transition from winter into spring, and with it our fishery begins to come alive. What makes this time of year so special is the sheer range of species you can encounter. As water temperatures rise, opportunities expand both inshore and offshore, and the next few weeks...
Perry Bedell
Perry Bedell with On a Mission Fishing Charters Naples, Florida Reported: 3 weeks ago
March is the true transition from winter into spring, and with it our fishery begins to come alive. What makes this time of year so special is the sheer range of species you can encounter. As water temperatures rise, opportunities expand both inshore and offshore, and the next few weeks are when things really start to happen.
Our inshore fishery will change dramatically by the end of this week. With a steady warming trend, we’ll shift from shrimp to live pilchards, opening the door to some of the best backcountry fishing of the year. Snook, Redfish, and juvenile Tarpon become increasingly active as they push back into the shallows after winter, making for exciting, visual fishing in calm conditions.
Offshore has already been stellar and is only getting better. Hundreds of permits have shown up early this season, along with plenty of barracudas and amberjacks to pull on. We’ve been feeding the AJs flies and artificials, creating some epic topwater eats. Cobia should begin to show soon, another strong kingfish run is upon us, and the snapper bite has been phenomenal. This time of year, we can chum them up near the surface—a bonus when we’re already surrounded by action, and they make for incredible table fare.
As we move into April, all eyes turn toward the arrival of the silver king. Tarpon and Permit will be our primary targets throughout the spring and into early summer.
March is already nearly full and April isn’t far behind. We’re looking forward to an epic spring with our clients—feel free to reach out with any questions about upcoming trips.
Happy fishing
Fishing in Naples, Florida
Fishing in Naples, Florida
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Steve Gould

Steve Gould with Trophy Time Charters and More
Marco Island, Florida
Reported: 3 weeks ago

Permit and tarpon are going really well. Lots of action.
Steve Gould
Steve Gould with Trophy Time Charters and More Marco Island, Florida Reported: 3 weeks ago
Permit and tarpon are going really well. Lots of action.
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Recent Marco Island Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip.

    Branch L. | March 26, 2026

    Trip: Marco Island Charter Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Sean was responsive and flexible and took us on a great afternoon near shore fishing expedition! He knew lots of great spots to search for fish and he tried hard to make sure we all caught something. His new boat is capable and comfortable. We saw lots of wildlife and had a great day.

    Martin M. | March 25, 2026

    Trip: 4 Hour Naples Inshore/Nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    Fit us in on short notice. Had a great time with Captain Thomas. He made everything easy. Would definitely book again when we are back in town.

    Mark R. | March 23, 2026

    Trip: Morning 2,4,or 8 Hour Inshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Fun trip

    Mason L. | March 23, 2026

    Trip: Afternoon Inshore / Nearshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Mike was a great captain, the weather was not cooperating with us and he did his best to get us on some fish. He was very helpful and made us feel very comfortable and kept us informed on what we were doing and different ways to approach the fish.

    Lee F. | March 23, 2026

    Trip: Inshore Fishing 4 Hours

  • ★★★★★
    We were incredibly disappointed with almost every aspect of the trip The boat was a disaster (pictures below) Jesse the captain smoked No trolling motors or power sticks had to use his main engine to troll or stay in place. No first aid kit Called another boats owner a “fucking Pedophile.” Promised many fish and got maybe 6 for 3 of us. He fished when we were fishing. He cut our fish, I had to re filet when we returned home, many bones $1000 for that, really. Seems we really overpaid based on this boat compared to others in your other pictures. Overall total disappointment!

    Thomas D. | March 23, 2026

    Trip: Fort Myers Beach Local Captain.

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Edwin was great !

    Brian P. | March 21, 2026

    Trip: Three Hour Quick Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience! Captain Jamie was fun, hands on and very knowledgeable! I would recommend this excursion.

    Eric S. | March 18, 2026

    Trip: Morning 2,4,or 8 Hour Inshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We loved having Edwin as our Captain! He was so knowledgeable, helpful, patient and fun!! We can’t wait to go fishing again!!

    Sarah H. | March 18, 2026

    Trip: Hook 'em For Lunch

  • ★★★★★
    My kids and I had a great time with Captain Mike. We had a very windy day with tough conditions but Captain Mike put us in the best position possible to catch fish. He was also a lot of fun to be around.

    Tim W. | March 16, 2026

    Trip: Inshore Fishing 4 Hours

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