The fishing of late has been tricky with the cold fronts we’ve been having but still managing to catch fish and have had some stellar speckled sea trout days. As usual this time of year my goal is to catch a variety of species and have good action. Lately we’ve been catching trout sheepshead snapper … Naples Mid January Fishing Report Read More »...

The coolest weather of the fall is here with the low in the 50’s and the high today 68 but things will warm up quickly in the following days. What does this mean for fishing. It means we’ve pretty much transitioned form the warmer summer time fishing to the winter fishing. We’ll start using more shrimp and jigs targeting trout pompano snapper shee...

The water temp has dropped into the high 70’s which is not a bad thing. We’ve also had some much needed rain which for some reason seems to help the fishing. As usual this time off year were catching a mixed bag including mackerel and bonita off the beaches snook redfish snapper jacks ladyfish (not … Fishing Report – Naples & Marco Island Read Mor...

2023 is coming to an end but not before we offer our loyal customers some year end deals. Currently we are offering a Black Friday Sale with all charters tours and trips at 15% off until 11.30.23. Purchases must be made by 11.30 but you have 6 months to use your trip. Also save 10-50% … Continue reading 2023 Year End Deals The post 2023 Year End D...

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Southwest Florida’s saltwater fishing scene remains one of the most dynamic and diverse in the country. Whether you’re casting off from Sanibel Island exploring the estuaries around Captiva or fishing... The post SW Florida Fishing Report from Endless Summer Charters first appeared on.

Weather has cooled some over the last couple weeks as has the water which is good. Overall we’re catching a mixed bag of species including redfish snook mackerel jacks sharks and a few baby tarpon. As frequently happens in September redfish have showed. A lot off reds in the high teens but also some bigger … Naples fishing Report Read More » The p...

Fishing embodies tranquility and enjoyment encapsulating the thrill of navigating the waters and casting your fishing rod for an unforgettable experience. Yet when venturing into the sea relying solely on your instincts is not enough to capture those prized catches. Professional guidance assistance and a sturdy fishing boat are essential component...

Tarpon fishing is where it’s at right now. We’re in peak tarpon season and so far it’s not been disappointing.  There are fish off the beaches some in the passes and a few in the backcountry. I’ve transitioned from a 6am departure to a 5:30am departing with the longer days. I love that golden hour … Naples & Marco Island Fishing Report Read More »...

Now that season is coming to an end and summer is right around the corner it’s time for the locals to get out and play. Reel1Ip has always been there for our local community serving the SWFLA area now going on over 20 years. This summer we will be offering special discounted rates for our … Continue reading Summer is almost Here! The post Summer i...

Now that we have made it through the cleanup efforts from Hurricane Ian we are getting out diving more and surveying the damage on the reefs on the Gulf of Mexico. Fortunately Mother Nature is resilient and has bounced back in many of the areas we have been diving. There is still a lot of … Continue reading Diving after Hurricane Ian The post Divi...

My favorite time of the year is here May & June the weather is typically nice consistent and stable the tarpon are running peak time for snook sharks are around reds mackerel and overall a good time of year to fish.  Most of my trips this time of year are tarpon trips. We leave the … Naples & Marco Island Fishing Report Read More » The post Naples...

Sanibel Island Tarpon Fishing   Tarpon fishing is an exciting activity that can provide a challenge even for experienced anglers. Here are five tips to help increase your chances of catching more tarpon during your Sanibel fishing trip: Use the Right Equipment: Tarpon are strong fish that require sturdy equipment. Use a heavy-duty […]

Spring is here in SW Florida. Sharks and tarpon have showed in the backcountry snook are showing in the passes and adjacent bays mackerel and sharks are off the beaches mixed in with a few tarpon and there are some reds lurking about.  When the water hits 75 degrees in the spring usually mid-March sharks … Naples & Marco Island Spring Fishing Repo...

We had big tides this past week with the passing of the new moon on Monday. Our full and new moon tides create strong water movement and fish tend to feed better during these phases being in our outgoing tides. If I had to pick I’d say fish a couple days either side of the … Naples & Marco Island Fishing Report Read More » The post Naples & Marco...

We’re in typical mid-winter southwest Florida fishing conditions. I tell my clients my goal this time of year is to have good action and catch a variety of species. That’s one of the things I love about saltwater fishing is the variety of species and the diverse marine ecosystem in and around the marine environment. The post Mid-Winter Naples FL F...

Captain Brad Hickman consistently produced quality fish all year.  2023 we be no different with all new tackle and a motivated captain! The post 2022 was one for the books on Offshore Boca Grande! appeared first on Boca Grande Fishing Charter | Placida | Offshore Boca Grande.

In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian things have for the most part returned back to normal save the random floating debris and some changes to sandbars beaches and shorelines. I love fishing in the spring namely May & June in large part because tarpon are as abundant as they get in SW Florida. Besides those … Naples FL Winter Fishing Report Read More...

Fall is coming!   That means the King mackerel will be here soon. The water temperature is dropping and the cold fronts are starting to move through.  This pushes the Kings south for the winter. With lots of bait moving south there is plenty of food for the Kings.  Targeting them can be tricky.  Your best bet is to find the bait and look for bir...

SWFL has severely been impacted by hurricane Ian. Currently search and rescue missions are underway. Starting tomorrow 10/5/22 barrier island residence are allowed access to their homes between the hours of 7am-7pm. If you need transportation to your home on any of the islands please call us at 239-851-9600. Thank you! [...]