 Five reasons to choose us as your fishing guide. The Guide: I have fished these local waters for over 30 years. I have pursued and caught Tarpon throughout Central America, Bahamas, Florida Keys and both the east & west coast of Florida. I have spent literally hundreds of days studying Tarpon. See what our clients and fellow captains say. (see testimonials) The Tarpon Fishery: In my travels pursuing the Tarpon, I have experienced many different types of fisheries. I can say with true confidence, this Tarpon fishery is as good as any fishery, anywhere. ( see Tarpon Season) The Boat: In the spring of 2008 I purchased a 24' Ranger Bay boat with full tower. This boat was purchased with the sole purpose of Tarpon fishing. She is not only a lethal weapon but a very comfortable and safe platform to spend the day aboard while pursuing these giants. (see Boat) The Gear: No compromises were made in selecting the fishing gear. From the Shimano spinning and bait casting rods & reels to the Sage, Tibor and Abel fly rods & reels, we use only the best gear. Our Promise: We will provide you with a "World Class Tarpon Fishing Adventure".
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Staying at Cape San Blas, St George Island, Mexico Beach or Apalachicola? All of these destinations are located within 1 hour to 45 minutes of each other. Below you will find a description of the Tarpon fishing in each of these areas. See map. Cape San Blas Tarpon Fishing We call it "Tarpon Mania". The Tarpon fishing along the eastern end of Cape San Blas is an absolute freak show. Somewhere along mid June (give or take a week or so), huge schools of pogies will begin to innundate the Cape San Blas beaches. The Tarpon are right on their tails. During the peak season (July & August) you will see more Tarpon in one day than is humanly possible to count. These fish are rolling, leaping, busting bait and at times seemingly just showing off. They are all jacked up. This activity will continue unabated throught July and most of August. The Tarpon patterns going into September and October will typically change to more of a roving wolf pack pattern. The fish will be a little less concentrated but no less agressive when feeding. The Tarpon will remain along the beaches of Cape San Blas as long as the pogies stay. The Tarpon will generally begin heading for deeper water with the first hard cold front that comes along in the latter part of October or early November. Take it from your guide, Cape San Blas Tarpon is as good as it gets anywhere. Fly fishing for these beasts along the western beaches of Cape San Blas can be "World Class" in the absense of high winds. The bright white sand bottom combined with the crystal clear turquoise waters along the beaches of Cape San Blas makes for a perfect sight fishing set up. With reasonably calm water and sunny skies, you can spot these fish from 100 yards away. Cast of 40-60 ft will get you plenty of quality shots. Check out the Fishing Reports for current updates as we approach the Tarpon season. For questions or reservations contact Capt Keith @ 850-509-0573 or Email us @ fkgtflats@fairpoint.net Tarpon Fishing St George Island Ah, the memories of youth. I grew up fishing St George Island. I even chose St George Island to begin my fishing guide career in 1997. St George Island is truly a special place to spend some time. The island is centrally located to North Florida Tarpon fishing. About 45 minutes east of St George Island is a "World Class" Tarpon fly fishery(Lanark). Avid fly fisherman travel from all over to fly fish for Tarpon at Lanark. A lesser known and uncrowded but equally as productive fly fishing spot is Cape San Blas. If you can cast accurately to 40-60 ft, you will get multiple quality shots in a day. About 20 minutes by car is the Apalachicola River. Late season Tarpon seem to be quite comfortable here feeding on the seemingly endless schools of mullet. Casting a live bait to these free loaders is a ball. Many of these fish will exceed 150 pounds. Off the western end of Little St George Island and across the bay from Apalachicola, you will find West Pass. At times it seems you could walk across the backs of the Tarpon to reach the other side. Using light tackle to freeline live bait to these monsters is exhilerating to say the least. Approx 45 minutes west of St George Island is Indian Pass. This is THE hot spot for tarpon fishing with conventional gear. No matter where else you may travel on the globe, you will not find more Tarpon per square ft of water. Now for the really good news, these fish are feeding big time. Check out the Fishing Report for current updates as we approach the Tarpon season. For questions or reservations contact Capt Keith @ 850-509-0573 or Email us @ fkgtflats@fairpoint.net Tarpon Fishing Apalachicola The only thing better than the fine dining of Apalachicola is the Tarpon fishing. Like most Tarpon fishing guides, I feel that being in the company of Tarpon is more important than eating. Everyone has their own priorities. For the fly/sight fisherman, you will either want to head about an hour east to Lanark or 45 minutes west to Cape San Blas. Either location offers a wonderful venue for fly/sight fishing. While Lanark offers the more conventional clear water flats fishing for Tarpon, the crystal clear water along the beaches of Cape San Blas makes for a perfect set up, is filled with Tarpon and no crowds. No matter your choice, you will have a wonderful day on the water casting to these giants. For the light tackle fisherman, there is the Apalachicola River. Straight across the bay is West Pass. The shear number of fish in the pass can be mind blowing. And 30 minutes away is Indian Pass. You will have to see it to believe it. Most people will see more Tarpon in one day than they have seen in their life. Check out the Fishing Report to get the current updates as we approach the 2008 Tarpon season. For questions or reservations contact Capt Keith @ 850-509-0573 or Email us at fkgtflats@fairpoint.net
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