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Fishing and Camping Charters on Florida's Mosquito Lagoon & Indian River Lagoon

Light Tackle Back Country Flats Fishing

Experience the unspoiled estuaries of the Mosquito, Banana and Indian River lagoon systems in my Maverick Master Angler (Three Quarter Time). We will sight fish for big bull reds, gator sea trout, jack crevall, black drum and ladyfish year round, plus snook and tarpon during the Summer months.

Maverick

Near-Shore Coastal Fishing

Fish the near-shore areas of the Florida East coast out of Port Canaveral, Sebastian inlet and off the beaches for seasonal runs of cobia, tripletail, tarpon, flounder, king mackerel spanish mackerel and pompano caught on light spin and fly tackle.

No Motor Zone

Fish the exclusive waters of the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge's no motor zone in my 18 ' Old Town canoe. We catch reds and trout year round, snook and tarpon in the summer and black drum in the winter. I'll do most of the work, but some assistance with paddling may be required.

Back Country Wilderness Fishing Trips

Explore some of central Florida's most pristine backcountry waterways. We'll cruse scenic rivers like the Wekiwa, Econ, Rock Springs Run, and Black Water Creek, in search of Large Mouth Bass, and other fresh water game fish. This is a great way to see and fish the real Florida. Group trips can be set up or you can bring your own canoe or kayak.

Bird Watching

Bird Watching and Eco-tours

Experience some of Florida's 310 species of birds, and other rare and endangered animals, such as bald eagles, roseate spoonbills, sea turtles, alligators and manatees. Travel the waters within and around the Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge and the Kennedy Space Center by canoe or in the comfort of my boat. Group trips can be arranged or you can bring your own canoe or kayak.

Camping Trips by Canoe

Over Night Two Day Camping and Fishing Adventures

Over night two day camping and fishing can be arranged on either the coastal islands or on wilderness inland rivers and streams. These trips include two days of fishing, meals, and some camping equipment and they are best scheduled during the cooler months of the year.

Fresh Water Bass Fishing

Fish for large mouth and sunshine bass, American shad, crappie, and other Florida game fish on the St Johns River and other central Florida lakes.