Redfish/Snook/Trout Charter

Fish the islands of the Ft Myers area of Southwest Florida while taking in the sights and harmony of your surroundings, but don't get too caught up, because you never know what is about to grab your bait. It might be a trophy Snook, a huge Trout or a bull Redfish.  Join Capt. Wes on our most popular fishing adventure targeting some of Florida's finest game fish:

The best place to fish for Sea Trout is in the grass beds in the back bays. This fish species is one of the most popular game fish of Florida. The average Trout can average from 14 to 20 inches. Sea trout can hit with a strong force and your first impulse is to set the hook hard. Don't do it! They have a relatively soft mouth which tears easily. Set the hook gently and don't unintentionally over due it. Sometimes less is more.

Slot size is within 15-20 inches
4 per harvester per day
Season closed, November - December

Redfish are most easily distinguished by the usual marked, large black spot on the tail. Redfish are very leery and will spook easily, especially true in shallow or very clear water. Sight-fishing for redfish is one of the most exciting types of fishing for saltwater anglers. The basis of the approach is not to cast until you see the fish. You can spot them on the flats by looking for the fish's tail which breaches the surface when they stick their nose in the mud to feed (know as "Tailing Reds") or when you can see the swell of water they push in front of them as the move across the flats.

Slot size is within 18-27 inches
Bag limit of 1 per harvester per day

The Snook is a sleek, powerful fish and an impressive catch. That is one of the reasons why it is one of the most sought after and prized game fish in Florida. Once hooked it's strength and speed is hard to compare to any other fish of its stature. The majority of larger Snook are caught during the summer months at dawn and/or dusk.

Slot size is within 28-32 inches
1 harvester per day
season closed until 8/31/2011

Lunch Options:
Cabbage Key
The main house, now the Cabbage Key Inn and Restaurant, was built in the 1930's by the family of playwright and novelist Mary Roberts Rinehart. The building sits atop an Indian shell mound and the view is extraordinary!
The Green Flash
Captiva Island's finest waterfront restaurant. Built on the site of the historic Timmy's Nook. In 1950, T.M. Wiles, henceforth known as Timmy, opened the local watering hole. The Nook, as it became known, was a renowned gathering place frequented by natives and tourists alike, and is legendary Captiva landmark.
Barnacle Phils
Famous for their black beans and rice, Barnacle Phils is an iconic waterfront restaurant located in Safety Harbor on North Captiva Island. You may dine indoors or outdoors under the Chickee. They offer games for the entire family while you are waiting or kids can get fishing gear and bait dockside and drop a line.
The Waterfront Restaurant
Located at the southern tip of Pine Island it is a local favorite and sought out by savvy travelers who have heard of its delicious food and casual atmosphere.

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