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

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Palm Bay, FL

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Best Time to Catch Wahoo

Peak season: May, June, July. Also good: March, April, August, September. Right now in April, activity is good.

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Seasonal Activity Chart

Current Status: good

High activity season. Wahoo are actively feeding with consistent catches reported.

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Islamorada, the "Sport Fishing Capital of the World," lives up to its name when it comes to wahoo fishing. This area boasts easy access to both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, offering anglers a variety of options for targeting these prized gamefish. What makes Islamorada special is its proximity to the Gulf Stream, which brings warm, nutrient-rich waters close to shore, attracting wahoo and other pelagic species. The best time to fish for wahoo here is generally during the fall and winter months, when they are most abundant. For a successful trip, consider focusing your efforts around offshore humps and drop-offs where wahoo like to ambush prey. Trolling with lures or live bait is a common tactic, and using downriggers can help you get your bait to the desired depth. One local tip: be prepared for a mixed bag. While targeting wahoo, you may also encounter other exciting species like tuna, mahi-mahi, and sailfish. The wahoo population in Islamorada is known for its healthy size and aggressive behavior, providing anglers with an unforgettable fishing experience. Be sure to check local regulations regarding size and bag limits before heading out.