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Fins
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for Fishing: Salt Water Fishing |
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Sight
fishing for redfish - incredible ! |
One
of the most unique and heralded fishing destinations in the
world can be found on the southwest coast of Florida. Gazing
across the flats and backcountry from Boca Grande and Charlotte
Harbor is a look back in time - Florida as it might have looked
hundreds of years ago.
Fishing
deep in the backcountry you will see miles of mangrove trees,
large expanses of grass flats, an old fish house or two, oyster
bars, sand bars and areas that look so fishy that you just
can't resist making a cast or two. And rightfully so ! These
areas are the homes and hangouts of some of the most popular
gamefish that Florida has to offer - snook, redfish and spotted
trout, an occasional tarpon.
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the right conditions, some species can be sight-fished. Cruising
under the mangroves, schooled-up in a pothole, or moving across
a grass flat in water so shallow fish will "wake", their backs
breaking the surface of the water. Redfish will be feeding off
the bottom of a grass flat - their tails visible above the surface
as the fish grubs for small crabs and shrimp. Have you ever
seen a school of big snook bust on a school of baitfish ? It's
not for the timid. Even the most seasoned anglers know that,
from time to time, when the cast has to be right, you may experience
some weakness in the knees.
From
mid-May thru July, mighty tarpon - true giants - will be rolling
just off of the beaches. Schools of 50 to 100 or more of these
incredible fish will move within casting distance and usually
inhale a properly presented live bait, artificial lure or
fly. Tarpon average 100 pounds, monsters in the 150-pound
range are not uncommon, and some in the 170 to 180-pound class
are landed here every season. Try that on a fly rod !
Fish
southwest Florida with experienced fishing guides, including
"Fins & Skins" TV host, Henry Waszczuk. We specialize in light-tackle
fishing on the flats and in the mangroves & swamps of Charlotte
Harbor and Boca Grand for tarpon, snook, redfish, trout, even
shark.
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Wow !
Hard-fighting snook on light tackle. |
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SW Florida
offers great multi-species sportfishing. |
Trophy-class
tarpon really test your skills !
Great
fishing & wide open spaces !
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your contact information, preferred dates, and any special requests.
A day
on the water includes all tackle, Florida fishing licence,
and cooler with ice. You will need a hat, sunscreen, polarized
sunglasses, food and drinks for the day. We specialize in
corporate trips.
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| Eco
Tours |
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to the region's excellent fishing reputation are the vast tracks
of fresh and salt-water wetlands protected by state and / or
federal laws. The Charlotte Harbor - Pine Island Sound area
is one of the largest estuaries in Florida and has relatively
clean water that supports extensive grass beds and stands of
mangroves. Several large sections of this estuarine complex
are designated as state aquatic preserves, and there are strict
regulations to protect water quality and marine life.
Visitors
can take an Eco Tour where you can experience the preserve
and its wildlife first hand - especially its diverse bird
species including ospreys, eagles, pelicans, herons and egrets.
Besides seeing fish that weigh as much as you, dolphins and
manatees come so close you can practically touch them.
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for Golf: Championship Golf Courses |
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Riverwood
Golf Club |
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years, serious and recreational golfers have flocked to southwest
Florida to extend their playing season. All pro tournament circuits
include tournament events in Florida, and many PGA, SPGA, and
LPGA pros have made their homes in Florida so they too can enjoy
the warm weather and great golf all year long.
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golf courses have been designed and built to accommodaye both
amateur and professional golfers, and many are PGA ranked. The
golf enthusiast will find the golf courses in Southwest Florida
open from April through November. The golf courses here are
never crowded. You can pick your tee time and be assured of
a leisurely round. Also, many of the private courses are open
to the public during these months. Currently, there are over
20 golf courses in the North Port Area, and more are being constructed
each year.
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Bobcat
Trail Golf & Country Club |
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of these courses have fantastic practice facilities where you
can sharpen your game. A few of the top golf courses in this
area include: Bobcat Trail
Golf & Country Club, Riverwood
Golf Club, and Heron
Creek Golf Club - all less than 15 minutes from your vacation
rental home.
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