January 21 2025 – We have had a very cool winter this year here in Key West. This week has been the coolest so far. Temps in the 70s today plummeting to the mid 50s by Wednesday with loads of NW and N winds to really chill things out. It looks like End of the weekend and early next week the weather starts to get more favorable here in Key West. Ke...

Chasing Sailfish Aboard the WildBill in Key West   Fishing enthusiasts know there’s nothing quite like the thrill of chasing sailfish and aboard the WildBill in Key West Florida that experience is unforgettable. Led by the seasoned expertise of Captain Art and First Mate Jerry this charter boat offers anglers a world-class fishing adventure in […]...

Fishing Adventures in Key West Aboard the Wild Bill Key West Florida offers some of the most exciting fishing in the world and there’s no better way to experience it than aboard the Wild Bill with Captain Art Duplessis and first-class Mate Jerry. This legendary charter boat is known for delivering unforgettable fishing adventures whether […] The p...

Fishing in Key West Florida Aboard the WildBill Key West Florida is a true paradise for anglers offering some of the best fishing experiences in the world. Recently our family had the incredible opportunity to head out aboard the WildBill with the skilled Captain Art and mate Jerry. It was a day to remember as […] The post Key West Family Fishing...

Fishing Adventures Aboard the WildBill in Key West Reef Fishing in Key West is always an adventure and aboard the charter boat WildBill with Captain Art Duplessisand mate Jerry you’re guaranteed an unforgettable experience no matter the conditions. On a recent trip strong offshore winds kept us close to the reef—but it turned out to […] The post R...

November 23rd 2024 – Deep sea fishing in Key West will be getting very good now that our weather is sorted out and the temps get cooler. We have been really looking forward to this time of the year and it seems mother nature will be kind enough to let us get out without the pounding. I always recommend that folks come to enjoy a Key West Thanksgiv...

Fishing Aboard the WildBill in Key West: A Late November Adventure Late November in Key West is an angler’s paradise and aboard the charter boat WildBill every trip promises adventure. With Captain Art Duplessis at the helm and Jerry as the mate we headed out with high hopes of catching Mackerel and Tuna. But fishing is […] The post Dolphin action...

November in Key West offers some of the best fishing opportunities and a family trip aboard the WildBill with Captain Art Duplessis and Mate Jerry made it an unforgettable adventure. The WildBill a well-equipped charter boat has everything needed for a successful day on the water and with Capt. Art and Jerry’s guidance we were in […] The post Key...

Sailfish charter Key West- With the fall weather comes a change in current and wind conditions on the Atlantic. There changes in Temperature and current kick off a feeding frenzy of pelagic fish in the Atlantic. Sailfishing Charter in Key West: A Day Aboard the WildBill with Captain Arty and 1st Mate Jerry If you’re […] The post Sailfish charter K...

Florida Keys Fishing Trip is a must when visiting Key West. **Reef Fishing in Key West Aboard the WILDBILL – November’s Top Catches** If you’re looking for an incredible Key West Florida Fishing trip Key West in November has you covered. This time of year the reef fishing scene is especially vibrant and aboard […] The post Key West Florida Fishing...

Recently I’ve gotten (re)involved in another world record attempt this time the four pound tippet record for permit. We’ve been fishing on four pound on and off for years now going back to before we ever threw two pound. In fact we only switched to two pound after catching a fair number on four–a product… The post Update on 4# permit fishing appea...

**Shark Fishing in Key West: Catching Blacktip Hammerhead Bull Lemon and Caribbean Reef Sharks Aboard WildBill** For shark fishing enthusiasts Key West is a true paradise. Owner/Operator Captain Art Duplessis offers encounters with some of the ocean’s most exciting species. The waters around Key West bring plenty of action with species like Black-...

I recently had the pleasure of taking a wonderful family from Stephenville Texas on a memorable fishing adventure. Loretta called me to book a ¾ day for her family’s Florida Keys vacation. Her husband Tony had fishing in the Florida Keys on his bucket list and his wonderful wife made it happen for his 50th... Read more The post Florida Keys Reef &...

**Bottom Fishing for Snapper Aboard the WildBill in Key West: A Perfect October Adventure** October in Key West is a prime time for bottom fishing and there’s no better way to experience it than aboard the *WildBill*. With cooler temperatures calmer seas and abundant fish this is the season where anglers can truly test their […] The post Snapper F...

November 2024 Fishing Report For today’s live action call 305-747-4650 November has arrived with cooler temps both on and off the water and with the cooler water temps it has brought several newly arriving fish species to pursue. Fantastic action for Key West angling continues through the fall time frame. Backcountry: Always a fun and [...] The po...

**October Wahoo Fishing in Key West: From the *WildBill* to Dante’s** October in Key West offers some of the best fishing you can imagine and there’s no better way to experience it than aboard the *WildBill* with Captain Art DuPlessis and his trusty mate Jerry. On a recent trip we hooked into a fantastic Wahoo […] The post Wahoo fishing Key West a...

October 13th 2024 – What to expect for the rest of October fishing Key West is a pretty easy guess as we look at the extended forecast and realize that our summer patterns are giving way to the winter here in Key West. Where we have been gazing to the tropics daily wondering if we are going to get smashed by the next storm is being switched to Loo...

🍣Black-fin Tuna on Deck🍣 If you’re looking for an unforgettable fishing       adventure in Key West hopping aboard the *WildBill* charter boat with Captain Art Duplessis and his experienced mate Jerry is a top-tier choice. Whether you’re an avid angler or a first-time fisher the *WildBill* offers […] The post Black-fin Tuna appeared...

Fishing aboard the *WildBill* in Key West Florida is an unforgettable experience especially when it comes to catching tuna. The *WildBill* is captained by Art DuPlessis a seasoned expert with years of experience navigating the rich fishing grounds around Key West. His deep knowledge of the area makes every trip a true adventure especially for […]...

Fishing Charter Key West Florida  Fishing aboard the *WildBill* in Key West Florida is an unforgettable experience especially when it comes to catching tuna. The *WildBill* is captained by Art DuPlessis and Mate Jerry both seasoned experts with years of experience navigating the rich fishing grounds around Key West. Captain Art Duplessis de...

January 21 2025 – We have had a very cool winter this year here in Key West. This week has been the coolest so far. Temps in the 70s today plummeting to the mid 50s by Wednesday with loads of NW and N winds to really chill things out. It looks like End of the weekend and early next week the weather starts to get more favorable here in Key West. Ke...