Florida Fishing
Fishing is one of those fundamentals in life tying everything together...nature, water, fresh air, and recreation.
We have all types of fishing; salt and freshwater, beach, bay, close to shore, and miles away from shore.
This could be the day you catch the big one!
Fishing License Information
Do you need a license to fish in Florida?
Getting Started
The simplest and easiest way to begin is to head for one of the public fishing bridges or piers.
Be sure to visit the Tom Adams Bridge fishing pier. A bait and tackle shop is located at the base of the bridge.
A second option is the beach where a light rod can be fun.
Once you get on the beaches of the Key you will have thirty miles to call your own. Fish wherever you want.
Another way to get out on the water is to rent a boat. A few nearby boat rental locations are:
1937 Beach Rd #5709, Englewood - 941-475-2628
1350 Beach Rd, Englewood - 941-475-9099
One more really good way to get started is to book a trip on a charter boat.
A day on the water with a charter boat captain will help you learn about finding the fish,
fishing techniques, and all the necessary gear.
Captain Jon Bauer
1936 Georgia Ave, Englewood - 941-979-2651
1450 Beach Rd, Englewood - 941-475-4511
Captain Mike Wise
6301 Boca Grande Causeway, Placida - 941-468-5195 (Inshore & Custom), 941-830-0096 (Offshore)
held on the second Thursday of every month at 6:30 p.m.
There is a speaker at every meeting - often charter captains who will generously share their expertise.