Punta Gorda Fly Fishing Trip

NEW Punta Gorda, FL 1 - 2 People 4 - 8 Hours From $500 Trip #10093
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About Your Trip

Water Type

Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Gamefish are typically most active in the morning and of course on the best tides. In other words, they like it when the most water is moving during the shortest time period. This is always about 3 days before and after the full and new moon tides. I like to start around 7 a.m. as it's a great time of day. The two ramps I like, particularly Pineland Marine on Pine Island, drop us very...

About Your Trip

Gamefish are typically most active in the morning and of course on the best tides. In other words, they like it when the most water is moving during the shortest time period. This is always about 3 days before and after the full and new moon tides. I like to start around 7 a.m. as it's a great time of day. The two ramps I like, particularly Pineland Marine on Pine Island, drop us very close to where I like to fish providing a short boat ride and more time to fish.

I run a skiff and can accommodate one or two anglers. I always have a cooler on board full of ice and plenty of water. You're more than welcome to bring anything you'd like to eat or drink. There's plenty of room in the cooler. The experience, sights and sounds, of our backcountry habitat is incredible. Every day is unique and you never what you'll see. It's your day and all in all the trip belongs to you. I don't book two trips on any given day as a day on the water can vary greatly depending on weather, tides and the angler’s abilities.

Each day I look over every variable to ensure you are given the best opportunity to catch fish. The most rewarding part of a day on the water for me is knowing my customers have enjoyed the experience. In many ways teaching is my passion and I'm a very patient guide. I've been doing this a long time and I've come to appreciate just how special it is to be out here. Saltwater fly fishing is a great sport and my preferred method but I always have a couple spinning rods on board if needed. In fact, many of my clients bring a guest who has never fly fished and wants to throw soft plastics. Here, if you work together both anglers can fish at the same time. Typically, We'll target spotted seatrout, redfish, and snook. Moreover, you never know when we could run into some jacks, pompano, cobia, small sharks, bluefish, or mackerel. You just never know as every day is different.
Amenities

Water Type

Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

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 7 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average 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 not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

4 hours 6 hours 8 hours
1 Person
$500.00
$600.00
$700.00
2 People
$500.00
$600.00
$700.00
Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.
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About Your Guide

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Michael M.

Independent Guide
Quiet
Laid-back
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Comfortable
Quality
I’ve lived in South Florida most of my life and there’s nowhere I feel more comfortable than around the mangroves and grass flats that comprise my office. I’m a skiff guide and would rather throw fly than anything else. I’ve been teaching the sport of fly and light tackle angling since 2002. I’m old fashioned and still believe fishing should be fun. Teaching is my passion and beginning salt water fly fishers are welcome. Learning...

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Michael

Michael M.

Independent Guide
I’ve lived in South Florida most of my life and there’s nowhere I feel more comfortable than around the mangroves and grass flats that comprise my office. I’m a skiff guide and would rather throw fly than anything else. I’ve been teaching the sport of fly and light tackle angling since 2002. I’m old fashioned and still believe fishing should be fun. Teaching is my passion and beginning salt water fly fishers are welcome. Learning to cast is a lot of fun and I can help build your confidence.

All in all, the trip belongs to my guests. A day on the water can vary greatly depending on weather, tides and the angler’s abilities. Each day I look over every variable to ensure you are given the best opportunity to catch fish. The most rewarding part of a day on the water for me is knowing my customers have enjoyed the experience.

For sure, fly fishing is one of the fastest growing segments of our sport. In fact, the bow of a skiff is a great spot to work a line. With plenty of room for a backcast combined with the casting platform’s elevated positioning, the teamwork that can be established between the poling platform and the bow makes for an enjoyable experience.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
Tarpon, probably about 110 lbs.
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Grill, burgers, chicken, or pork

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
Tarpon, probably about 110 lbs.
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Grill, burgers, chicken, or pork
What’s your favorite band?
Stick Figure
What’s your favorite movie?
Major League
What’s your favorite sports team?
Tampa Bay Rays
What’s your drink of choice?
A cold IPA
What was your last halloween costume?
A Pirate
What do you want for Christmas this year?
No hurricanes
How did you get started guiding?
Inspired by Flip
What makes you different from other guides?
Patience
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Start Location & Lodging Options

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.
You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.
Punta Gorda, Florida
Areas Fished

About Your Boat

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Boat photo for Punta Gorda Fly Fishing Trip
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Boat Type
Skiff
Boat Manufacturer
Maverick
Boat Length
17'
Boat Restroom
No

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Skiff
Boat Manufacturer
Maverick
Boat Length
17'
Boat Restroom
No
Additional Amenities
Power pole
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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

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 7 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average 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 not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

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Everything Else to Know

All gear is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.
You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.
We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancel for free up to 7 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 7 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.
In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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