Your Private Fishing Charter
A private fishing charter with Capt. Dave isn’t an Uber ride. Meet Flat Bottom Girl, why we went shallow, and why to book ahead and keep a backup day after Oct. 1.
Best time of year,for Fish andHuman’s alike.
Very Soon, We’ll Be “Cool” It’s 9/23/2026 right now, and here in Jacksonville, Florida, it’s not as bad as it was a month ago. We’re finally feeling cooler air temps. Just two days ago I was up a creek in shallow water, catching one Flounder after another, plus some Seatrout and Redfish, casting a double-rig […]
The Killing of the Charter Fishing Industry
The Killing of the Charter Fishing Industry “I saw the writing on the wall, years ago. And then the rules kept changing.” When I started my full-time charter business back in 1996. I had a great start. I was a long-time member of one of the oldest sport fishing clubs in Florida. So, I knew […]
Bait, or Artificials?
Generally, best times for Lures in N.E. Florida (Because I get asked by many Bass Fishermen) It’s not really about exact times, as in morning, afternoon, or evenings. But rather local water temps. Which means, time of year. When targeting Redfish, Speckled Sea Trout, and Flounder. (the predator species in the saltmarsh) Artificials aka: Lures […]
Your next Jacksonville inshore fishing guide
Your next Jacksonville inshore fishing guideRedfish, Red Drum, Even in the Heat of Summer The most consistent “sport fish” during the hot summer months is the Redfish. They really don’t mind the 87 degree water temps. When fishing the shallow saltmarsh areas. I’ve been able to find them on both tides, high and low. But […]