About Your Trip
Our Charters full day trips run from Sunrise to 2-4 PM, dependent on time of the year. Fishing trips from late November- early March offer the opportunity to launch later in the day and fish until 5:00 PM-sunset. Charter trips are available along Florida's Nature Coast, specifically the following locations; Crystal River, Yankeetown, Waccasassa, Suwannee, and Steinhatchee. Artificial lures are primarily used, but Live Bait is available upon request. Captain Josh encourages catching fish on
lures and will teach anglers of any skill level how to be successful with this style of fishing. Redfish, Snook, and Speckled Trout are the primary target species but you also have the opportunity to catch Black Drum, Flounder, Jack Crevalle, and occasionally Cobia & Tripletail (Weather & Seasonal dependent).
Florida's Nature Coast is home to true "Old Florida". Many parts of the coast have not been developed or even touched by man. Not only is the fishing incredible, but the opportunity to see picturesque landscapes and abundant wildlife is evident every trip. Captain Josh not only has a tremendous amount of knowledge on inshore fishing on this coast, but is able to point out and talk about many of the wildlife species you will encounter out there. He truly has a passion for the resource and is an advocate for conservation. Besides the fish you catch, you may run into Dolphins, Sharks, Manatees, Sea Turtles, Alligators, Bald Eagles, Ospreys, Hawks, Wild Hogs, and the elusive Salt Marsh Mink, just to name a few species. Being an advocate for conservation, this charter only practices catch and release fishing. No fish will be kept on these charters, this is a personal decision by the captain to do his part in preserving the resource. As Captain Josh always says, "Release today to catch tomorrow!"
Not only can you expect to catch fish, The Captain takes tremendous pride in his ability to teach anglers of any skill level. You will learn many different techniques of Light Tackle Fishing and when is the best time to use each one. You will get an explanation for why you are fishing certain zones, the best way to approach them, where the fish will be sitting in relation to the structure. While fishing all along the coast produces similar results, each location The Captain fishes presents different challenges and estuaries, making no two trips the same. If you truly love the sport of fishing, are eager to learn as much as possible on a fishing trip, and want some fantastic pictures of your catches, you won't regret booking a trip with Captain Josh!
Amenities
Water Type
Inshore, Flats
Skill Levels
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Tackle
All rods, reels, and tackle are included.
Location
This guide can be flexible with the departure location.
Weather
You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather
Flexible Cancelation
This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.
Physicality
This trip requires an easy level of physical activity.
Fish Cleaning
No cleaning service provided.
Boat Restroom
No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.
Live Bait
Live bait is not used on this trip.
Kid Friendly
This trip is best for adults.
Disability Friendly
This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.
Lunch
Please provide your own food / snacks.
