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Capt. Gregg McKee      gmckee1@hotmail.com

Capt. Gregg McKee is a full time fishing guide and owner of Wildfly Charters, providing full service flats trips in both Southwest Florida and Puerto Rico.  Born in central PA, (Go Steelers!) Capt. Gregg started his fishing career after moving to Key West in 1993.  He guided the Keys until 2005 when he and his wife Amanda moved to the island of Vieques, Puerto Rico.  Gregg started fishing the waters surrounding  Pine Island in 2001 when his parents retired to beautiful  Matlacha, FL.  He immediately fell in love with the area and now spends half the year chasing snook, redfish, and tarpon from Boca Grande to South Ft. Myers.  Capt. Gregg runs a 17 foot Beavertail skiff and welcomes both experienced anglers and total beginners.  Call him (787)435-4833    www.wildflycharters.com   

 

 

 

Capt. Kirk San Cartier       fishingcaptain@yahoo.com

Capt. Kirk San Cartier offers guided trips through some of the most famous fishing waters in the world and to some of the most pristine mangrove islands that this area has to offer. His 24 ft. Pathfinder is equipped with a 250 Suzuki which allows him access to the most isolated back bay waters or he can comfortably navigate through the deeper waters as well. His boat is equipped with a spotting tower and it has a ten inch draft; perfect for the shallow waters in the back bays.

His years of experience will ensure that you have the best day fishing possible. But don't just take his word for it - check out the photo gallery on our website at: www.westcoastfishingcharters.com (239) 283-9340

 

Capt. KC Mckinney

Capt. KC Mckinney has fished central and Southwest Florida for over over 25 years and has the scars, tales and photo album to prove it. Tackle, bait & ice is included, just come on board for an exciting day of fishing Florida’s gulf coast. Lunch & dinner trips are available to the outer islands as well as shelling & sightseeing on Sanibel, Captiva, Pine Island Sound & Charlotte Harbor. Sharks, Snook, Tarpon, Trout, Redfish..... pick your fish & book your trip today. Visit our website at:

www.reelactionadventures.com  (239) 633-2177

 

 

Capt. Mark King

Capt. Mark King along with his wife Diane own and operate Reel Dreams Guide Service in Clewiston Florida. Mark is a full time guide on Lake Okeechobee and surrounding waters, he is also a professional tournament bass angler fishing tournaments from Lake Erie to Lake Okeechobee. Mark is a member of the Florida Outdoor Writers Association, Florida Guide Association, and staff writer for Florida Fishing Weekly. He will be covering the freshwater fishing in south Florida with a mix of tips, techniques, and new product reviews. Mark can be contacted for guide trips or questions at www.markkingfishing.com or 863-983-9950

 

Captain Van Hubbard      

Captain Van Hubbard is 58 years old and has a Passion for fishing. He grew up fishing in the Tampa Bay area. Fishing is in his blood.  Captain Van has been a licensed fishing guide fishing Florida’s local waters for over 25 years. Van understands “giving back” a concept shared and practiced by his Grandfather. Captain Van works with several of the conservation and research agencies throughout the state of Florida. Captain Van’s extensive fishing experience on and off the water will help you enjoy a wonderful day on the water while targeting such species as snook, trout, redfish, tarpon, pompano, kingfish, cobia and

many other fish that call southwest Florida home.

(941) 697-6944   www.captvan.com      info@captvan.com

 

Capt. Rob Modys

Capt. Rob Modys is a full time back-country guide who’s been fishing the waters of South West Florida since boyhood.  He specializes in both light tackle spin and fly-fishing and supplies all the necessary gear for your charter.  You’ll spend your day aboard “Kindred Soul”, an 22 foot Skeeter bay boat that can navigate the shallow waters of Pine Island Sound and Estero Bay while searching for snook, redfish, trout and tarpon. Capt. Rob not only welcomes the accomplished angler, he encourages families with youngsters to join him for a day on the water.  (239) 851-1242 captrob@soulmatecharters.com       www.soulmatecharters.com  

 

Capt. George Howell

Born and raised on the outer banks of North Carolina, Capt. George Howell grew up fishing waters very similar to the back bays, sounds, rivers and beaches of southwest Florida. Before moving to Lee County to pursue his dream of becoming a professional angler, Capt. George earned his degree in biology, an education that is continually used as an angler and fishing guide. The inshore waters of our area are full of wildlife, and most importantly WORLD CLASS FISHING! Capt. George is a full time fishing guide and strives to educate people about our local environment and catching the fish of a lifetime!

www.Capt-George.com     239.770.5166

 

Captain Chick Melfi

Captain Chick Melfi enjoys taking people fishing, primarily offshore in his 30 foot Pursuit Center Console, powered by twin 250hp Yamaha outboard engines. The vessel is equipped with all high quality electronics and tackle. Capt Chick has fished S.W. Florida waters for over twenty years and continues to have a passion for being on the water & catching quality fish like Grouper, Snapper, Cobia, Amberjacks, and any other species that come his way. The bigger the fish, the better. He also enjoys people having a positive experience on the water. Trips can be tailored to accommodate almost any request, as many diversified methods can be employed.  (239) 292-4184    inhotpur@yahoo.com

 

 

Capt. John Wood

Capt. John Wood writes his column, the Deep End, and offshore fishing reports monthly for the Nautical Mile. Capt. John of Offshore Express Charters has been fishing offshore of Englewood for 15 years. Departing from Marine Dynamics through Stump Pass, Capt John and his mate, Robbie Grouper, provide their charter guests with a total fishing experience and they love to fish with kids. On his 32 ft Wellcraft they're ready for all types of offshore fishing day or night, bottom, trolling or kite-fishing.   (941) 740-1130

www.offshoreexpresscharters.com    (941) 740-1130

 

 

Capt. Jason Jones

Tie One On Shallow Water Charters / Fishing the Pine Island Sound, Matlacha, and Sanibel surrounding “Inshore” waters, I specialize in fishing for Redfish, Snook, Trout and Tarpon (seasonal). We will be spending our day in a custom 07’ Sterling 220XS flats boat powered by the Mercury 250Pro XS. This boat is loaded with every bell & whistle imaginable! Catch and release is strongly recommended but not enforced! Full day trips may include a stop for lunch at a local waterfront restaurant. All fishing licenses, coolers, ice and bait are provided. For additional info, pictures of satisfied clients, or to learn more about myself and my services, go to WWW.TieOneOnFishing.com     239-245-5384                                       I look forward to hearing from you soon!

 

 

 

 

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