KEY LARGO
OFFSHORE FISHING
About 5 miles off Key
Largo starts the outer reef line. It is here where 30' of water
falls down to 100' and keeps on dropping. It’s along this drop-off and
beyond were the indigo blue waters of the Gulf Stream
begin. The Gulf Stream, a warm northerly
flowing current is literally a highway for game fish. Sailfish, Tuna, Wahoo and
Dolphin fish to name a few are all offshore fishing possibilities. Trolling
baits and lures on the surface is the standard method of fishing. Hits are
explosive, long runs and jumps follow as the fight begins. This is stand up
fishing with relatively lighter tackle used. In most cases we use conventional
tackle in the 20 to 30 lb category, although sometimes we will fish spin as
light as 15 lb test. Key Largo Offshore
fishing is a good bet year round. Check out Capt. Bob’s photo
album for
more offshore photos.
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Big bull and cow Dolphin
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Sailfish on board for a quick photo
Tuna on light spin
tackle
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A nice Wahoo at the dock
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KEY LARGO REEF FISHING
Just
a short ride on the Atlantic side of Key Largo
lay numerous coral heads, rock piles and reefs. Snapper, Grouper and an endless
variety of fish call the reef home. Many of the reefs that we fish are in 30'
of water or less. Fishing shallower reefs we don’t need to use big heavy
sinkers that are common in deeper bottom fishing situations. This is a casting
style of fishing with 12 to 20 lb spinning tackle being the most popular.
Anchoring the boat a comfortable distance from the rocks we chum the fish out
of the reef and sometimes right on the surface. Live and dead baits, artificial
lures and fly-fishing all can work here. With fast action and a variety of
species to long to list this is a fun trip for beginner anglers and experts as
well. Fishing the shallow reefs can work year round, although fall, winter and
early spring are the peak time. Check out Bobs Seasons Page for more info.
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Blacktip
shark
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Cero Mackerel
Mutton snapper
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Black Grouper
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35 lb Amberjack
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Assorted
Snappers at the cleaning table
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Barracuda on light spin gear
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GENERAL TRIP
INFORMATION
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Departure times are flexible depending on availability, type of fishing
and personal preferences
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Trips include everything we need for the given fishing, all rods,
tackle, bait, ice, fishing licenses,ect.
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1/2 day - 4 hours reef fishing 1
to 3 anglers-$375 (add 4th
angler= 25$ extra)
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1/2 day - 4 hours offshore
fishing 1 to 3 anglers-$400
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3/4 day - 6 hours reef fishing/
offshore 1 to 3 anglers-$450
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Full day - 8 hours reef fishing/ offshore 1 to 3 anglers-$525
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32 Jupiter complete with small cabin and head now available for
offshore fishing (call for current rates)
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Things to bring with you- food and drinks (cooler on boat or bring
your own),comfortable
shoes(boat shoes or sneakers are good)
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Hat
and clothing for sun protection, sunscreen, chapstick or SPF lip balm, camera,
any personal items needed for the time out on the water.
For
reservations and information call Capt. Bob at 305-451-3322.
E-mail
BobFernicola@msn.com
Note: please
put the word “fishing” in
the subject line of e-mails to get to my inbox
Thanks Bob
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