Fishing Charters in Florida
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Nauti Girl Sportfishing
Palm Bay, FL
Captain Scott has been fishing Sebastian Inlet and the Space & treasure Coast since he moved here in 2002. But this is how his story started out, he saw the movie "Jaws" in June 1975 and found his calling, He started fishing along the Carolina coast and Gulf Stream at the age of 13. He fished around the world for 12 years in the US Navy, where he earned his 100 ton USCG Masters License. In 1993 in Port Aransas, Texas he was mentored by Captain Reese Green of Bill Buster's Sportfishing and he later went on to win some of the biggest fishing tournaments in the world. Island Mooring Pro Billfish Tournament 1993 and 1994 1997 Watermelon Classic Billfish Tournament 1997 Poco Bueno Blue Marlin Classic Texas Invitational Fishing Tournament 1995 Texas Women’s Anglers Tournament 1998 & 1999 Sharkey’s Pro Big Shark Tournament 1997-2000 Port Aransas Boatman “Deep Sea Round Up” 1997, 1999 and 2000 2007 Orange Beach Pro Billfish Tournament 2008 North Carolina Wahoo Shoot-Out He started Pure Pleasure Fishing in 1995 and ran it until 2003, when he moved to Melbourne, Florida and honed his skills on fishing Florida’s East Coast. Captain Scott is one of the world's top big shark fishing captains, having caught huge great whites, tiger sharks, mako sharks, bull sharks, hammerheads, blacktips, spinners and many more species. Captain Scott has caught 8 different species of billfish around the world, loves trolling and tuna fishing, bottom fishing, jigging and deep dropping. Captain Scott has caught 4 grander fish in his life (black marlin, mako shark, tiger shark and a great white). He has over a thousand + fish greater than 100 pounds boated under his skillful watch from wahoo, to blue and yellowfin tuna, thousands of sharks and many a blue marlin. Captain Scott is just missing a spearfish for his bucket list. Scott is a power production electrical engineer University of Texasand proud Long Horn. He works US Government civil service for the USAF with a TS-SCI Clearance and is retiring soon to pursue his love of fishing one last time. We are a veteran-owned company and offer Veteran and Military discounts
Hammer Down Sportfishing
Clearwater, FL
Island Baby Islamorada
Tavernier, Florida
Flying Thief Charters
Big Pine Key, Florida
Key West Tarpon Fishing with Flying Thief Charters. Let us be your guide to the best Bonefish Spin Fishing, and excellent Flats Fishing in the Florida Keys.
Fat Cat Charters
Big Pine Key, Florida
Sea Glass Excursions
Cudjoe Key, Florida
Sea Glass Excursions offers offshore and inshore fishing, snorkeling, sandbars, sunset cruise, or just a ride, I’m your guide. My Name is Captain Brian and I live in the Lower Florida Keys.
Double O Fishing Charter
Cudjoe Key, Florida
Tarpon Trips
Summerland Key, Florida
Shane Wood Fishing
Summerland Key, Florida
Shane Wood Fly Fishing Guide - Rates and Information. Tarpon, Bonefish, Permit Photo Gallery. Book your fishing charter now.
Stock Island Fishing Charters
Naval Air Station Key West, Florida
Stock Island fishing charters at the entrance to Key West. Many different charters offered for all types of anglers and vacationers.
Captain Eddie Griffiths Charters
Key West, Florida
Dry Tortugas fishing trips with Andy Griffiths charters out of Key West, Florida. Overnight fishing to Fort Jefferson, Dry Tortugas and Marquesas Keys. Enjoy fishing and diving on your private charter, 2 or 3 day fishing charters for snapper, grouper, mahi mahi, wahoo and more. Best reef and wreck fishing available year round in the Florida Keys and west of Key West near the Dry Tortugas National Park.
Captain Bill Lowman Anna Maria Sportfishing
Holmes Beach, Florida
Anna Maria Island Charter Fishing Guide
Best Time to Catch Guadalupe Bass
Peak season: May, June. Also good: April, July, August, September. Right now in April, activity is good.
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Guadalupe Bass
Finding Guadalupe bass in Kissimmee, Florida, might require a bit of exploration beyond the typical largemouth bass haunts. While not as common as in their native Texas, Guadalupe bass have been introduced in some Florida waters and can occasionally be found in the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes, particularly in the clearer, spring-fed creeks and rivers that connect the lakes. Focus your efforts on areas with cooler water temperatures and more current. The canals and tributaries flowing into Lake Tohopekaliga (Lake Toho) might hold some surprises. Spring and early summer are promising times to target them, as they may be spawning or actively feeding. Small spinners, crankbaits, and fly fishing techniques can be effective. Given their rarity in this area, catch-and-release is strongly encouraged. Be prepared for the possibility of catching other bass species as well, as largemouth are far more prevalent. Look for areas with submerged vegetation and rocky bottoms, mimicking their preferred habitat. Local anglers often use light tackle and focus on finesse techniques to entice bites in these pressured waters.
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How to Catch Guadalupe Bass
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Guadalupe Bass Fishing Regulations in Florida
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
5 per day
Size Limit
12-inch minimum
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
Guadalupe Bass are not native to Florida and are very rare. They are sometimes misidentified as other black bass species.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Florida state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best bait to use for Guadalupe Bass in Kissimmee, FL?
Guadalupe Bass in Kissimmee respond well to various lures and live bait. Anglers often have success with small crankbaits, spinnerbaits, and Texas-rigged worms. Live shiners can also be effective.
What's the legal size limit for Guadalupe Bass I can keep in Florida?
In Florida, you can keep Guadalupe Bass that are 12 inches or longer. Make sure to measure your catch carefully before keeping it.
How many Guadalupe Bass can I keep in a day in Kissimmee?
The daily bag limit for Guadalupe Bass in Florida is 5 per day.
Do I need a fishing license to target Guadalupe Bass in Kissimmee, FL?
Yes, a valid Florida freshwater fishing license is required to fish for Guadalupe Bass in Kissimmee and throughout Florida. Make sure your license is up to date before heading out.
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