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...

When it comes to fishing charters in Fort Myers during the winter Endless Summer Charters has three of the top guides in SW Florida. They have experienced and knowledgeable guides... The post Winter Fort Myers Fishing Accommodations & Weather! first appeared on.

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...

Marco Island snook fishing continues to be strong. Despite a few cold fronts the water temps continues to recover quickly. Searching for slight temperature changes in the backwater bays has been the ticket to finding eager snook to bite properly presented offerings. Snook are ambush predators. They don’t venture far from their ambush area. In […]...

Fishing negative tides in winter is something you must do. Taking in account for wind and high pressure fishing negative tides can be your friend. If you look at some of my captain’s journal you will see low tide features in the background. Negative tides exposes shoreline structure drop offs and oyster bars. These are […] The post Fishing Negativ...

Fishing the tides is essential during the winter months. Snook Redfish and Seatrout all like moving water. The time of day is only signifficant when a cold front comes through the area. It is then you mustb try to coordinate your time on the water with tide and sun. I have found if you are […] The post Fishing The Tides appeared first on Naples Fi...

Snook redfish and seatrout all react differently to cold fronts. Fishing cold fronts you have to slow down when water temp drops and be patient as the bite will not be aggressive. Look for darker bottom. Dark bottom warms up fast than light bottom. 2 degrees can make a huge difference. wait until 10 am […] The post Snook Redfish Seatrout appeared...

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.

The snook bite has been very good. using artificials and shrimp has been the ticket. Clients are getting many shots a day. We have not seen any red tide in the Ten Thousand Islands. We are also seeing the redfish crawling the shore lines and they have been eager to bite jigs and plastics. I […] The post Snook Are Biting appeared first on Naples Fi...