Fishing Charters

Fishing the Everglades National Park
& the 10,000 Islands of
Chokoloskee & Everglades City, FL

Are you ready for some...
Stress Erasin’, Drag Screamin',
Adrenaline Pumpin',
Backwater Fishing Adventures?

…….. Well then you've found the right place, the right captain and the right boat.

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, I will tailor a trip just for you...

Guaranteed to blow you away!

Hi, I’m Captain Rapps. I offer expert guided light tackle nearshore and backwater fishing trips just south of Naples, FL in the Everglades National Park. I am happy to accommodate anyone from novice to hardcore seasoned pro.

There is no holding back a big grin from the moment we plane off and immediately traverse through a veritable maze of red, black, and white mangroves. This is the Everglades National Park. You are on a real adventure to a very special place that few will ever see or know.

Departing from Chokoloskee Island (just south of Naples) we can cover many miles of the most remote back country water in the world. See alligators, porpoise, manatees, eagles, osprey and a variety of other wildlife on the way to catch Snook, Tarpon, Trout, Redfish, Grouper, Tripletail, Cobia, Snapper, Pompano, Mackerel, and more.

I will provide:

• Bait
• Top of the line spin gear and tackle
• Coolers and ice
• All necessary fishing licenses, insurance, fuel

Rates

Best Value! $500 - Full Day up to 8 hours
$450 - 3/4 Day up to 6 hours
$400 - 1/2 Day up to 4 hours

It is most comfortable fishing 2 anglers, however a 3rd angler can come along
for no additional cost to you if you wish to give up casting space.

Tips: It is customary to tip your captain for good service,
and most certainly appreciated.

How to Reserve Your Trip:

Don't wait till the last minute - Be sure to book as far as possible in advance to reserve the dates you would like to fish.
It is not uncommon for me to have bookings several weeks or months ahead. If your schedule allows, I like to look at the tide charts, moon phase, weather patterns, and several other factors to give you the best scenario to fulfill your dream.
You can use the contact form right here on the web site to reach me.
PLEASE USE THE ONLINE AVAILABILITY CALENDAR TO BOOK YOUR TRIP.

Items you should bring :

• Hat, sun protective clothing, & sunglasses (preferably polarized)
• Sun Screen
• Food & Drinks
• Camera
• Rain gear
• Non Skid boat shoes (no black, dark, or marking soles please)

* Please keep your items to a minimum as stowage space is very limited

* Please no smoking, no drugs, and no excessive drinking while on the boat.
Please limit alcoholic beverages to 2 per person on the boat.

Deposits, Cancellations & Payment

A one-hundred dollar ($100) deposit is required to book your charter. If Capt. Rapps cancels prior to the trip, the customer will receive a full refund.
If the customer cancels the trip with at least a 48 hour notice, they will receive a full refund. A customer who is a 'no show', or does not give at least 48 hours notice, will however, forfeit their deposit.

Accepted forms of payment are:

Cash, Paypal, Mastercard, Visa, & American Express

Tarpon Fishing Charters

Offered May 1st - 31st, 2011

Bahia Honda State Park
Big Pine Key, FL

My May 2010 Tarpon charters were SOLD OUT by April 1st!

Be sure to book early for May of 2011

Are you ready for some
Stress Erasin’,
Drag Screamin',Adrenaline Pumpin',
Tarpon Fishing Adventures?

…….. Well then you've found the right place, the right captain and the right boat.
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, I will put you on
Tarpon, and coach you through the battle of your life!

Hi, I’m Captain Rapps. Each May I offer Tarpon fishing charters at the Bahia Honda Bridge area of Big Pine Key, FL. During this month, Tarpon are Thick! Pre and post spawn Tarpon gather in schools each May. They are hungry and chances of hooking up are near 100%.

In just 5 minutes from the time we push off, you are fishing for these mammoth fish. The fight of a mighty Tarpon is a true battle, and an experience of a lifetime. Tarpon are strictly sport fish and the satisfaction of releasing a fully revived healthy fish is almost better than the battle itself.

The charters begin from the Marina at the Bahia Honda State Park. Captain Rapps' charters are personalized first class charters. You will be treated with great care and respect, and I know you will have a great time! Since we fish so close to the state park, we are always within 5 minutes of clean indoor rest room facilities. I am very patient and I love to teach people how to fish, so wheather you are a beginner or are experienced, this charter is for you! I do enjoy fishing with children, however this type of fishing is suitable for anyone above 15 years old.