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Experienced tarpon fishing guides

We are a group of 3 professional tarpon fishing guides representing decades of experience. We fish for tarpon in the Florida Keys from February to June. We are known for our courtesy, determination and customer satisfaction. We cater to a large number of return guest representing anglers from all walks of life and every skill level. We are willing to teach the novice how to fish for tarpon or pin point big tarpon for the more experienced. We maintain our gear in like new condition. We have 3 roomy 25 foot long by 10 foot wide boats to serve you and your family or group. All of our boats are powered by outboard motors making them quick for chasing tarpon and much more maneuverable than an inboard. We work hard during our short season and book up early, please give us a call at 1-800-241-1975 with your questions or to confirm availability.

Captain Alex Regan, 25 years of tarpon fishing experience

Captain Alex Regan has fished the Florida Keys for 25 years and he knows his tarpon. Alex is as steady as a rock, he's easy going and hard working and really makes the extra effort to get you hooked up. There's always something going on when you fish with Alex. He's got a bait on the bottom and two out back and if the tarpon don't bite he finds some that will. He fishes lots of guaranteed tarpon trips and always catches fish. Captain Alex is one of the best! Alex is a multi-species saltwater guide fishing our 25 foot Parker April to June.

Captain Nate Wheeler life long resident of the Florida Keys

Captain Nate is one of the areas most experienced tarpon guides specializing in both live bait and fly fishing. Nate has fished everything from 55 foot sport fishermen to 16 foot flats skiffs. If it swims he's tried to catch it. A Florida Keys native and graduate of Key West High, Nate made Staff Sergeant in the Air Force and returned home to answer his calling to fish. He works hard to get you hooked up, he is reliable, a pleasure to be with and great with people. Captain Nate is available February to June.

Captain John Herrick tarpon fishing guide March and April

Captain John Herrick, world record holder

Captain John Herrick is a multi-species guide fishing the waters of the Florida Keys for tarpon from February to April and canoeing the Minnesota Canadian border for big Smallmouth bass from May to September. John handles our reservations

Boats and tackle

Big roomy boats

Roomy boats have lots of room Florida Keys custom tarpon fishing boat

Wide and stable 26 foot center console boats custom rigged for tarpon fishing

Fish aboard "Mullet Man"

25 foot Parker center console Custom built for tarpon fishing

US Coast Guard licensed and insured

26 foot Downeaster

Full 360 degree fishing cockpit
3 live wells for the freshest live bait
Comfortable fighting chairs

Premium tackle

Our tackle is your only connection to a big tarpon and we make sure it's a good one.

Star rods: Proven performance with over 60 world records

Shimano reels: Lightweight graphite technology time tested strength.

Ande line: Consistent quality, landing over 1000 world records.

We fish tackle from 6 LB ultra light to 100 LB monster rigs. Most of our tarpon fishing is done with 15 to 20 LB spinning gear or 20 to 30 LB conventional tackle. Our Shimano graphite lever drag reels are tough and weigh half as much as comparable reels. Our equipment is strong, lightweight and easy for you to operate. We carry at least 6 completely rigged rods onboard. If you need another rod fast we can have it in action in seconds.

TarponTrips
in the Florida Keys

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