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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Join Captain John for an unforgettable evening of tarpon fishing. Using crab and pinfish as bait during the spring and summer, you'll be targeting big tarpon, averaging 100 lbs or more. The trip includes bait, tackle, fishing licenses, cooler, and ice.

Perfect for anglers of all skill levels. Captain John, a seasoned local captain, will ensure your day on the water is both memorable and successful.

You'll be fishing aboard a 33’ Ocean Master center console, powered by twin 300 HP Yamahas, accommodating up to six passengers. This boat is equipped with a flybridge, a live well, an ice box, and top-quality Penn fishing equipment, ensuring a comfortable and efficient fishing experience.

Book your trip with Captain John today and enjoy an unforgettable fishing experience!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 7 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Kid Friendly

This trip is best for adults.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	3 Hours
1 Person	$500.00
2 People	$500.00
3 People	$500.00
4 People	$500.00
5 People	$500.00
6 People	$500.00

Pay 50% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Guide

John S.

About Your Guide

John S.

Growing up on the water in Sarasota, Florida Captain John was fishing by the time he could walk. After a first trip to Big Pine Key in 1974 to attend New Found Harbor Marine Institute, John spent every Summer break fishing and diving the waters of the Florida Keys.

After spending most of his early summers fishing and diving he decided to make a career out of diving. In 1982 he attended Florida Institute of Technology and received two degrees, one in underwater technology and the other in sport diving education.

While attending F.I.T. John started working in the sport fishing industry out of Sewals Point, in the heart of sailfish alley aboard the charter boat, Cracker Jack. John brought those skills with him to the Florida Keys. While still going to F.I.T. John moved to Little Torch Key, Florida in 1984.

After working several years as a full time diving instructor, John established his charter company in 1988. Captain John also taught marine science with Marine Sciences Under Sail. A few years later the flats boat was added to the operation in order to offer all types of Keys fishing.

Over the years the SCUBA diving segment of the in water operation has been phased out leaving only the snorkeling and skin diving, This allowed him to concentrate heavily on fishing.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Little Torch Key, Florida

Areas Fished

Pine Channel Nature Park

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Ocean Master
Year Built: 1989
Boat Length: 33'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Ocean Master
Year Built: 1989
Boat Length: 33'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 600
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Flybridge, Live Bait Well, Outriggers, Ice Box, Sonar

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 7 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Kid Friendly

This trip is best for adults.

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).
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Techniques

Drift Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing

Everything Else to Know

Bring your own food, drinks and sun protection

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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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.