Raised around a marina and earning his Captain’s license by age 18, Capt. Bob has truly spent the majority of his life on the water. With over three decades as a fishing guide in the Florida Keys, his enthusiasm for fishing remains as strong as ever. His goal each day is to provide clients with an exceptional and memorable fishing experience. Throughout the years, Capt. Bob has explored fishing spots along the eastern coastline, including the entire Florida Keys and South Florida regions, gaining valuable expertise both as a guide and competitive tournament angler. He possesses the skills to help you find fish while ensuring your safety on the ocean.
For the past 30 years, Capt. Bob has specialized exclusively in the Marathon area, mastering live bait and light tackle techniques. He has consistently ranked highly in Tarpon, Sailfish, and Dolphin competitions, and recently led his customers to first and second place in the Marathon Habitat for Humanity Mother’s Day Dolphin Tournament. Capt. Bob shares, “Seeing the excitement in someone’s eyes when they hook their dream fish, or introducing young people to the mysteries of the ocean and inspiring a love for the outdoors, is why I still enjoy what I do after all these years.”
Capt. Bob's connection to the Florida Keys began in the early 1970s during family trips with his father. He launched his own business in 1980, regularly logging 200 to 300 fishing excursions annually. Over the years, he has also performed numerous rescues during adverse weather conditions, demonstrating his commitment to safety. Beyond guiding, Capt. Bob has contributed as an outdoor writer for various magazines and newspapers, and appeared on radio and television programs, including a recent role on the Outdoor Channel’s “School of Fishing” weekly broadcast.
Known for being skilled, polite, and dedicated, Capt. Bob strives to guide every angler toward catching a memorable fish. Customers often praise him and his first mate Jason for their deep knowledge of Florida Keys fishing and relentless efforts to locate fish. While sometimes the fish slip away, guests highlight the fun atmosphere and rewarding catches of keeper-sized fish. Capt. Bob and Jason’s hard work has been recognized through successful outings targeting sharks and tarpon, even in challenging weather. Many clients recount unforgettable battles with sizable sharks and days filled with action among tarpon.
Whether you're targeting tarpon, sharks, or a variety of other species, Capt. Bob and his crew are committed to delivering an outstanding fishing adventure. Many guests have expressed their eagerness to return, praising the captains’ skill, hospitality, and dedication to making every trip a thrilling experience on the water.
Get a full refund to your account if you cancel at least 14 days prior to your scheduled trip. If you cancel less than 14 days before, your deposit will be non-refundable and goes to the guide. Cancellations made on the day of the trip or failure to show up will result in the full trip amount being charged to your card.
Included: ice box with ice, live bait, rods, reels, tackle, and all necessary licenses.
Experience an exhilarating short ride aboard our powerful boat, equipped with twin 300hp engines, as we speed to the edge of the coral reef for thrilling fishing action! Target a diverse range of tropical reef fish including Grouper, Snapper, Mackerel, Permit, Cobia, Jacks, Sharks, Barracuda, and more. This trip is perfect for families, especially kids, offering an exciting adventure in the crystal-clear, shallow tropical waters of the reef.
After enjoying some action-packed fishing and catching delicious reef fish, try your luck hunting for a large predator lurking around the numerous wrecks scattered along the reef edge and Florida Bay. Alternatively, bring the family to a secluded sandbar for a refreshing saltwater swim. We offer both morning and afternoon trips to suit your schedule.
