Before you come

Plan Your Charter

Deposits, meeting spots, weather and what to bring.

Guest information

Where We Meet

Punta Gorda charters

Riviera Bar & Grill
5500 Deltona Dr
Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Islamorada charters

IslaMarina
85920 Overseas Hwy
Islamorada, FL 33036

What's included

On fishing charters, all rods, reels, tackle, bait and fishing licenses are covered. The Cabbage Key lunch and sandbar tour is a sightseeing trip, so there is no fishing on that one.

What to bring

Sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, soft soled shoes, and whatever you want to eat and drink.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, a 50 percent deposit is required to secure your reservation. The remaining balance is due the day of your charter. Payment details will be provided during booking.

Pickup times depend on the length of your charter and our plans for the day. Your captain will contact you the day before to discuss the meeting time, location, and your fishing goals.

Punta Gorda charters meet at Riviera Bar & Grill, 5500 Deltona Dr, Punta Gorda, FL 33950. Islamorada charters meet at IslaMarina, 85920 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL 33036.

Cancellations made 30 days or more in advance receive a full refund. Cancellations within 30 days forfeit the deposit. If you need to reschedule, contact Capt. Glenn. Requests to change a trip date are subject to availability and may not always be accommodated.

Your safety and enjoyment are always the top priority. All trips are weather dependent and subject to the captain's discretion. If conditions are unsafe, you have the option to reschedule or receive a full refund of your deposit. For Islamorada trips, the standard cancellation policy remains in effect even if a tropical storm is forecast, unless an official tourist evacuation is issued for the Florida Keys.

On an inshore trip you can expect to target snook, redfish, sea trout, tarpon and mangrove snapper, depending on the season. For nearshore trips, common catches include grouper, cobia, king mackerel, Spanish mackerel and the occasional snapper or shark.

In some cases, yes. Capt. Glenn takes pride in running a catch and release focused charter to help preserve the future of sportfishing. He is happy to keep and clean select species that are great table fare, such as mangrove snapper, yellowtail snapper and sea trout, when they are in season and within legal limits. Ask your captain what is in season during your trip.

No. Your charter covers all the necessary licenses and permits.

Sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, soft soled shoes, and whatever you want to eat and drink. All rods, reels, tackle and bait are provided.

The 24 foot Pathfinder comfortably seats up to six guests.

Yes, you are welcome to bring alcohol. We just ask that you drink responsibly so everyone on board has a safe and enjoyable day, and leave the glass containers at home.

You will be fishing aboard a 24 foot, 2024 Pathfinder powered by a 300 HP Yamaha. It is a versatile, comfortable boat for both inshore and nearshore trips, with top notch electronics, twin Power Poles and seating for up to 6 guests.

If you are enjoying your charter and want to extend your trip, we are glad to accommodate as long as the booking schedule allows for it.

There is no need to keep a fish for mounting anymore. With a few photos and measurements, a high quality replica can be made. Capt. Glenn partners with an excellent taxidermist and can recommend them for a mount of your trophy catch.

Still Have a Question?

Call Capt. Glenn directly, or send a note through the contact page.

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