Name: Tight Line Chronicles
Address: Punta Gorda, FL
Price range: $650 - $3600

About Your Guide

Paul Halasz

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quantity

Captain Paul is the heart behind the business, a Southwest Florida fishing charter built on passion, grit, and real-time stories from the water. With years of experience navigating the inshore and coastal waters, Paul brings more than just knowledge — he brings an unmatched energy and dedication to every trip.

What makes him different from other guides? He’s not just chasing fish — he’s capturing moments. This is more than a charter service; it’s a storytelling experience. From early morning bait runs to the fight at the boat, Paul documents the journey, giving each client a chance to be part of something unforgettable.

Whether you’re hunting snook, redfish, or tarpon, Paul’s mission is simple: put you on the fish, teach you something new, and give you a trip you’ll be talking about long after the lines are out of the water.

About Your Guide

Paul Halasz

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

185 pound tarpon

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Steak, baked potatoes and salad

What’s your favorite band?

Braking Benjamin

What’s your favorite movie?

The lion king

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

185 pound tarpon

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Steak, baked potatoes and salad

What’s your favorite band?

Braking Benjamin

What’s your favorite movie?

The lion king

What’s your favorite sports team?

Chicago bulls

What’s your drink of choice?

Water

What was your last halloween costume?

Super mario

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Happiness

How did you get started guiding?

Been fishing my whole life, finally turned it into a career

What makes you different from other guides?

What sets me apart is that I don’t just put you on fish — I give you the full experience, from the grind to the glory, telling the real story behind every catch with Tight Line Chronicles.

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