Guide:

About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

When booking a backcountry fishing charter you will be fishing the endless and pristine flats and mangrove lined shorelines in Charlotte Harbor and the surrounding waters. We will be targeting snook, redfish, and trout depending on the time of year. When backcountry fishing the species you may encounter vary because Southwest Florida inshore waters are so diverse. When booking a backcountry trip just ask the captain what is biting for best results

About Your Trip

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

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.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	8 Hours	6 Hours
1 Person	$900.00	$700.00
2 People	$900.00	$700.00
3 People	$900.00	$700.00

Pay $100 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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Book your trip with confidence — We only work with the best local guides that know where to put you on fish.

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Book your trip with confidence — We only work with the best local guides that know where to put you on fish.

About Your Guide

Scott F.

Independent Guide 13 years of exp.

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Expert Oriented

Adventurous

Quality

About Your Guide

Scott F.

Independent Guide 13 years of exp.

Captain Scott is a Florida native and has made Boca Grande, Pine Island and Charlotte Harbor his home for Fishing. He fishes the waters of Boca Grande year round to ensure that his clients have the best experience possible. He offers a wide variety of services from Backcountry, Flats fishing, Boca Grande Tarpon, Near shore wrecks and light tackle sport fishing.

Captain Scott strives to provide an exceptional experience for all anglers. He has dedicated his career to becoming an expert on finding the best fishing spots and having the best equipment to get the job done. You're sure to be in good hands when on board with him!

Captain Scott is a USCG licensed and insured OUPV Captain who stays up to date on laws and regulations. He carries more than all required safety equipment to ensure his guest are well prepared and have a safe day on the water.

A quality charter requires quality equipment; Capt. Scott Operates from a custom built 24' Proline which offers a super shallow draft to fish the flats and back country in this area. This stable platform also allows him to run up to 4 customers in comfort. She's powered by a reliable 2018 200hp Yamaha Four Stroke and equipped with Simrad electronics, a Powerpole, a Motor guide Wireless Trolling Motor, and a 60 gallon Live Bait Well to keep all baits alive for a productive day of fishing.

When you step foot onto any of Captain Scott's boats, there will always be the highest quality tackle from Daiwa and AVET Reels, including fresh braided line and the most dependable hooks on the market. This is so that you won't have to worry about equipment failure when you have your chance of landing a fish of a lifetime!

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

200lb Tarpon

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

Steak

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

200lb Tarpon

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

Steak

What’s your favorite band?

Zach brown

What’s your favorite sports team?

Miami

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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.

Placida, Florida

Areas Fished

Boca Grande
Charlotte Harbor
Placida Park
Boca Grande Pass
Fort Myers Beach

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Length: 24'
Number of Engines: 1

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Length: 24'
Number of Engines: 1

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

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.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

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 .

	January	February	March	April	May	June	July	August	September	October	November	December
Blacktip Shark	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good
Flounder	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good
Redfish	Good	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good
Snook	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good
Speckled Trout	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good

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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

Artificial Lure Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Sight Casting

Everything Else to Know

All tackle bait and safe equipment are provided along with guest fishing licenses.

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.

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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We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

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.