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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.

About Your Trip

Captain Fred has been fishing the northern end of the Indian River and Mosquito Lagoon for more than 25+ years. He is a fully permitted USCG and Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge guide. His skiff is a 2005 Man-O-War that was restored in 2021. This skiff includes:
- 8ft Power Pole Shallow Water Anchor
- Power Pole MOVE Trolling Motor
- Raymarine Axiom 9 GPS / Depthfinder
- 2018 Suzuki 90hp 4 Stroke
- Use all PENN reels; Battles, Conflicts, Clash and Spinfishers
- Rods used are a combination of Falcon and Star Rods

Captain Fred will work hard to get you on fish, is laid back, loves to take kids fishing and provides a stress free time on the water.

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.

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

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.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	5 Hours
1 Person	$450.00
2 People	$450.00
3 People	$550.00

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

Fred P.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

About Your Guide

Fred P.

Independent Guide

Captain Fred has fished the northern Indian River and Mosquito Lagoon within the Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge for more than 30 years, 15 years as a permitted USCG Captain/Guide. Located just minutes from Orlando area attractions on Central Florida's East Coast you'll have the opportunity to spend time on a truly unique estuary catching Redfish, Sea Trout, Black Drum, Snook and Tarpon.

Captain Fred is laid back and offers a stress free experience on the water for anglers of all experience levels! He will work hard to put you on fish, make some memories and enjoy your trip!

Kids are always welcome, Captain Fred will take time to teach them the "ropes" of fishing the flats while pointing out the wildlife in this beautiful estuary.

When you book a trip, all tackle, bait/lures, fishing license, ice and water is provided! All you need to do is bring a hat sunglasses, sunscreen and whatever else you want to drink or snack on for the trip.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

I don't want to brag about the big fish I've caught over my fishing life. I have caught Marlin, Sailfish, big bull dolphin offshore. However, my favorite is to see a bull redfish pushing 35 to 40lb in 2 or 3 feet of water and making that perfect cast! Or a catching a 10lb Sea Trout, a 40+" Snook or a 30+lb Black Drum whether I'm or my client is catching!

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

Blackened fish tacos!

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

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

Blackened fish tacos!

What’s your favorite band?

I like a wide range of music from country to rock

What’s your favorite sports team?

Tampa Bay Bucs, Rays and Orlando Magic

What’s your drink of choice?

While on the water, Gatorade and water! Afterwards, you cant beat a nice cold beer!

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Spend quality time with my family!

How did you get started guiding?

It's always been a dream! Over the years local guides got to know me, I earned their respect and became good friends with a couple of them that pushed me to get my captains license. After I got my USCG Captains license I started as a part time guide for about 5 years and now I'm full time! I'm living that dream, truly enjoying every moment on the water meeting new and interesting people from all over the world!

What makes you different from other guides?

I'm laid back! I DO NOT bark at anglers for making mistakes! We're all human, I make mistakes and I always learn something new when I'm on the water! Some days on the water the "catching" is easy, other days you have to work hard to get tight lines, that's fishing, any guide who says otherwise is just plain wrong! I will work hard to make sure we catch fish even if that means to go beyond the booked timeframe! If we're on fish and catching at the end of scheduled trip, I'm staying until the bite slows or my clients tell me their ready to go! My main goal is to ensure you have an awesome fishing experience whether its an epic, average or slow day of catching!

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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.

Titusville, Florida

Areas Fished

Indian River Lagoon
Mosquito Lagoon

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Skiff
Boat Manufacturer: Man O War
Year Built: 2005
Boat Length: 18'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Skiff
Boat Manufacturer: Man O War
Year Built: 2005
Boat Length: 18'
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 90
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: - 8ft Power Pole Shallow Water Anchor - Power Pole MOVE Trolling Motor - Raymarine Axiom 9 GPS / Depthfinder - 2018 Suzuki 90hp 4 Stroke - Use all PENN reels; Battles, Conflicts, Clash and Spinfishers - Rods used are a combination of Falcon and Star Rods - Live Well - Ice Chest

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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.

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

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.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

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You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Sight Casting

Everything Else to Know

Trip fishing license, water and ice provided. Clients should bring, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and any food or drink desired.

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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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.