Fishing Destination Services

We are offering a new and specialized service that may be of interest to your company and clients. It’s our belief that a niche service like ours may  increase potential yacht charters for your company in Florida, Bahamas, Caribbean and points beyond.

Based out of Islamorada in the Florida Keys, we are a small group of licensed captains/fishing guides specializing in fly and light tackle flats fishing. If you choose to use your own vessel, our crews extensive experience aboard our mothership “Fishabout” will take the guesswork out of your next light tackle fishing destination trip. Complete outfitting of your fly and light tackle trip includes:

Hosting of your destination fishing trip.

• You and your guests may desire an expedition style trip utilizing all of our services and gear including our captains/guides and skiffs aboard your yacht. Outside-guided trips can also be arranged using a host, coordinating and managing all the angling details and requirements.

Destination Research.

• How big are the average bonefish... what the about tarpon, permit, snook and other species? What type and sizes of flies or artificials do they like? We'll know the answer. Where are the best anchorages that can accommodate the size and draft of your vessel? What about weather, provisions, marinas and fuel - we'll have all the information that will be of assistance your captain.

Fly casting and fly tying instruction; group or private.

• All of us are experienced fishing guides who log thousands of hours a year on the water. From beginner to expert, we can help you improve upon every facet of your angling skills.

• Our flats skiffs are Mercury powered 16’ Hells Bay - Whipray models. The 'vacuum bagged' carbon fiber construction makes for a strong lightweight skiff capable of carrying (2) anglers with a guide. Heritage 15' "Fisherman" sit on top kayaks are ideal for stealth on the flats, or recreation. The East Cape "Gladesmen" is the ultimate craft for extreme shallow water and stealth.

Fly fishing gear by Abel Quality Products and Scott Rods.

• Fly rods and reels ranging from 6 to 12 weight sizes are on hand with right or left hand retrieve. Light tackle spinning gear provided.

Utilize our team of licensed Captains or we can make the appropriate arrangements for local guides.

• Some destinations, such as a number of islands in the Bahamas, may necessitate the use of experienced local guides or permission from nearby lodges. We can arrange the particulars regarding these issues.

We provide a complete inventory of critical items such as fly lines, flies, tackle. Maintenance of all skiffs and fishing gear.

• It can be impossible to replace items such as fly lines, reel parts and broken rods while away in remote destinations, having the proper backups is very important. Having leader materials, flies, fly tying materials, plugs and tackle are essential. At the end of the day your guests and crew can relax knowing that we will take care of the fishing gear, skiffs and all related equipment.

Other Services aboard your vessel can include...

Culinary trained chefs.

• Need an experienced chef to cook for your guests... two of our crew members come from a food a beverage background are superior chefs and adept at handling groups up to fifteen.

Other crew services.

• All of our crew are USCG licensed Captains with experience on all types and sizes of vessels capable of assisting your Captain and crew along the way.