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Jason Calhoun
Jason C.
Key Largo, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
This cobia was caught on a 2 hour trip in 15 ft of water. He picked up the jig on the lightest tackle. He was on a 4000 penn fierce.
Jason Calhoun
Jason C. Key Largo, Florida Reported 1 year ago
This cobia was caught on a 2 hour trip in 15 ft of water. He picked up the jig on the lightest tackle. He was on a 4000 penn fierce.
Fishing in Key Largo, Florida
Fishing in Key Largo, Florida
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Chris Parthemore
Chris P.
Tavernier, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
These beasts were landed just after hurricane Ian ran through. We headed out early on the day after land fall. Pilchards had moved into the creaks by the thousands making for easy bait opportunities. After one throw we loaded up on jumbo razors . Then headed to some wrecks just passed the reefs in Islamorada. The water was milky but calm , stirred up from the week of high winds . On the first drift we hooked the first monster on one of the lighter rods with a 20 pound leader . After a nearly 20 min battle we were...
Chris Parthemore
Chris P. Tavernier, Florida Reported 1 year ago
These beasts were landed just after hurricane Ian ran through. We headed out early on the day after land fall. Pilchards had moved into the creaks by the thousands making for easy bait opportunities. After one throw we loaded up on jumbo razors . Then headed to some wrecks just passed the reefs in Islamorada. The water was milky but calm , stirred up from the week of high winds . On the first drift we hooked the first monster on one of the lighter rods with a 20 pound leader . After a nearly 20 min battle we were finally gaining back line . Finally we made it to the weight and I Began carefully hand lining the fish to the boat . Finally after we got the gaff in angler and Captain both let put a sigh of relief followed by the crack of several high fives between all aboard the Papa Jack 4 ! Best part is second drop we boated a second pompano shortly after . This time rigged a bit heavier ! Between the multiple cold fronts and north to North west winds . It has made for perfect condition for targeting shallow water mutton's . We have had several double digit keeper mutton trips and even seeing a few over 20 pounds . Additionally having shots at everything from red grouper , Goliath grouper , lane snapper , and mackerel in between mutton's bites. Keeping the box full of variety and keeping anglers rods bent. We also had a few gulf trips later in the month in beautiful calm seas . Where the Spanish mackerel run has kept drags screaming and everyone with a perm-a grin ! In addition to jumbo mangroves , and even some Cobia opportunities. Over all the new year has been full of great action and many memories made aboard the Papa Jack 4. We looked forward to seeing what the rest of this winter season has to offer !
Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
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Troy Warren
Troy W.
Islamorada, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Catching black fin tuna, king mackerel, barracuda, skipjack tuna, sailfish, snappers, sharks and several others
Troy Warren
Troy W. Islamorada, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Catching black fin tuna, king mackerel, barracuda, skipjack tuna, sailfish, snappers, sharks and several others
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
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Robert Horachek
Robert H.
Big Pine Key, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Grand Slam from yesterday
Robert Horachek
Robert H. Big Pine Key, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Grand Slam from yesterday
Fishing in Big Pine Key, Florida
Fishing in Big Pine Key, Florida
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Joseph Snyder
Joseph S.
Islamorada, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
we have been catching big king mackerel, sailfish, large blackfin tuna up to 30#s,lots of yellow tail snapper and a few wahoo
Joseph Snyder
Joseph S. Islamorada, Florida Reported 1 year ago
we have been catching big king mackerel, sailfish, large blackfin tuna up to 30#s,lots of yellow tail snapper and a few wahoo
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
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Ben Trainer
Ben T.
Tavernier, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Cold front temperatures are from the high 70s to low 60s but on the temperature up side fish are feeding hard from adult size tarpon to large snook considering temperatures in the rest of the country Florida Keys are a great escape.
Ben Trainer
Ben T. Tavernier, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Cold front temperatures are from the high 70s to low 60s but on the temperature up side fish are feeding hard from adult size tarpon to large snook considering temperatures in the rest of the country Florida Keys are a great escape.
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Larry Wren
Larry W.
Islamorada, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Winner is in full winter is in full swing with 70° temperatures during the day and fantastic sale fishing, the King mackerels are around to bend the rod, as well as some really nice tuners. The mutton snappers have moved into the deep water of course groupers are closed so we don't fish for them and basically it's just my favorite time of year. nothing is more fun than hooking up to a sale Fish and watching him job and having the boat back down on them for the real excitement on the right weather day, put the Kites up...
Larry Wren
Larry W. Islamorada, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Winner is in full winter is in full swing with 70° temperatures during the day and fantastic sale fishing, the King mackerels are around to bend the rod, as well as some really nice tuners. The mutton snappers have moved into the deep water of course groupers are closed so we don't fish for them and basically it's just my favorite time of year. nothing is more fun than hooking up to a sale Fish and watching him job and having the boat back down on them for the real excitement on the right weather day, put the Kites up so you can see him eat debate while you're watching them. Best thing in the world.
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
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Tony Y.
Key Largo, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Not much this past week, we were out of town and had some bad wind. Good day yesterday though!
Tony Young
Tony Y. Key Largo, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Not much this past week, we were out of town and had some bad wind. Good day yesterday though!
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Dustin Hansel
Dustin H.
Key Largo, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Double boat charter (limit 6 per). But great group. One guy got his first sailfish and as tradition has it... jumped in!!
Dustin Hansel
Dustin H. Key Largo, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Double boat charter (limit 6 per). But great group. One guy got his first sailfish and as tradition has it... jumped in!!
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Scott Grenfell
Scott G.
Key Largo, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Mutton snapper are hot on the patch reefs yellowtail
Scott Grenfell
Scott G. Key Largo, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Mutton snapper are hot on the patch reefs yellowtail
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    Had lots of fun and he did great with our three kids!

    Shaina L. | June 22, 2026

    Trip: 3 Hours Of Fun

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    Jason did a fantastic job hosting our fishing trip! He was friendly, helpful, and attentive throughout the entire experience. He kept all of our reels baited and ready to go, making the trip easy and enjoyable for everyone. Our group of four had a great time, caught plenty of fish, and brought home plenty of fish for dinner. Jason worked hard to make sure we were successful and having fun. We highly recommend booking a trip with him and look forward to fishing with him again in the future!

    Kristy B. | June 13, 2026

    Trip: 3 Hours Of Fun

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    Alyssa S. | June 5, 2026

    Trip: 3 Hours Of Fun

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    Had a great time with Captain Mike. He worked hard to help us catch fish. Which we caught all kinds including 9’ sharks. Ended with dolphins play behind our boat as we headed back in. Thank you Captain Mike

    Luanne P. | June 3, 2026

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    My dad and I were able to squeeze in on a charter with Captain Eric fairly last minute which was awesome! He got us both on some sea trout first thing in the morning, lined us up on some tarpon but before I was able to take any shots on the fly rod, we spooked a tarpon and in came the bull sharks. We buzzed over to a different flat where I had shots at both snook and redfish. I didn’t end up making any of my shots with the fly rod but this was also my first saltwater fly fishing experience as well as my first guided trip so it was all pretty new to me. I’m just stoked we were able to get out in the first place. But I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Captain Eric and I certainly wouldn’t turn down another opportunity to have him guide us! He’s quiet but very focused and knowledgeable about the marine life and was able to give me casting tips as well with the fly rods. Thank you again for squeezing us in Eric!

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