Guide:

About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, River, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Captain Michael does not run your ordinary fishing charter. He runs nighttime spearing and bow-fishing trips!

The trip starts when you board his 21’ custom skiff. This flats boat is perfect for shallow water and backcountry spots you’ll be visiting. She’s refurbished for nighttime fishing and has custom lighting, a trolling motor, and a quiet inverter generator. The boat accommodates up to 4 guests, so you can share this trip with your friends and loved ones.

You’ll go after Flounder, Sheepshead, and Black Drum, as they are the best night targets. Since it’s impossible to leave the fish unharmed using a gig, you’ll get to keep the catch. There’s no cleaning service that late at the marina, so it’s best to bring your cooler and clean the fish the day after.

Captain Michael will arm you with Cosson stainless gigs with hardened cobalt tips and bows designed for fishing. You can also feel free to bring some other beverages and your favorite snacks! Dress properly, as it can get chilly out there during the fall and winter.

Book your trip now and see why so many people get hooked on nighttime fishing!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, River, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

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.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 3 days before the trip.

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.

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
1 Person	$650.00
2 People	$650.00
3 People	$650.00
4 People	$650.00
5 People	$650.00
6 People	$650.00
7 People (Second Boat)	$1,300.00
8 People (Second Boat)	$1,300.00
9 People (Second Boat)	$1,300.00
10 People (Second Boat)	$1,300.00
11 People (Second Boat)	$1,300.00
12 People (Second Boat)	$1,300.00

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

Michael P.

Independent Guide

Instructional

Adventurous

Quality

Beginner Oriented

Talkative

Captain Mike has been fishing all around the State of Florida his entire life, from running the docks as a kid at Gilberts Resort Marina in Key Largo to commercial fishing and charter fishing in the waters off the East and West coast of Central Florida. Before Captain Mike decided to do charter fishing full time, he was a career Fireman in Orlando, FL along with commercial fishing and commercial spearfishing on both the East...

About Your Guide

Michael P.

Independent Guide

Captain Mike has been fishing all around the State of Florida his entire life, from running the docks as a kid at Gilberts Resort Marina in Key Largo to commercial fishing and charter fishing in the waters off the East and West coast of Central Florida.

Before Captain Mike decided to do charter fishing full time, he was a career Fireman in Orlando, FL along with commercial fishing and commercial spearfishing on both the East and West coasts of Central Florida.

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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.

Crystal River, Florida

Areas Fished

Crystal River

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Skiff
Boat Manufacturer: Custom
Year Built: 2023
Boat Length: 23'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Skiff
Boat Manufacturer: Custom
Year Built: 2023
Boat Length: 23'
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 200
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: Live well power poles trolling motor gps fish finder radar

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, River, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

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.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 3 days before the trip.

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.

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)

Techniques

Bowfishing
Gigging

Everything Else to Know

Drinks and snacks

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 3 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 3 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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Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, bait, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.