ARF II Charters (Veteran)
Veteran-owned and operated
Captain DJ is a US Navy veteran with one simple mission on all the trips he runs: 'Just honesty and integrity in making sure that every trip is unique and enjoyable to my clients.'
With AARedfishFelicity LLC, this is exactly what you can expect! Capt. DJ is the most kid-friendly captain in the Everglades; he's eager to share his love of fishing with them. He will give his all on every trip to make sure you have a productive and memorable time while fishing the beautiful waters of Everglades National Park.
You will be spending the day on board Capt. DJ's 2021 23' C-Hawk bay boat powered by a 200 Suzuki engine and can fish 4 anglers. This center console will let you move effortlessly in the shallow waters of Everglades National Park.
You have a huge range of species you can go after on your trip, from Redfish and Trout to Tarpon, Snook, and even Shark. You also have the option to jig, pop, spin, drift bottom fish, and even fly fish if you bring your own gear. You will be provided with quality conventional light tackle rods and reels, and a variety of lures to tempt even the fussiest fish around.
This is a chance to dive deep into the heart of Southern Florida. You can explore the endless backwaters of the Everglades National Park. Children of all ages are welcome and Capt. DJ has life vests for them.
Customers will get to fish with Bull bay rods along with Daiwa BG reels. Lures and licenses are also included, and Capt. DJ will even clean and fillet your fish after the trip. Just bring your food, sunscreen, bug repellent, and plenty of energy – Capt. DJ will put it to good use!
Veteran-owned and operated
Captain DJ is a US Navy veteran with one simple mission on all the trips he runs: 'Just honesty and integrity in making sure that every trip is unique and enjoyable to my clients.'
With AARedfishFelicity LLC, this is exactly what you can expect! Capt. DJ is the most kid-friendly captain in the Everglades; he's eager to share his love of fishing with them. He will give his all on every trip to make sure you have a productive and memorable time while fishing the beautiful waters of Everglades National Park.
You will be spending the day on board Capt. DJ's 2021 23' C-Hawk bay boat powered by a 200 Suzuki engine and can fish 4 anglers. This center console will let you move effortlessly in the shallow waters of Everglades National Park.
You have a huge range of species you can go after on your trip, from Redfish and Trout to Tarpon, Snook, and even Shark. You also have the option to jig, pop, spin, drift bottom fish, and even fly fish if you bring your own gear. You will be provided with quality conventional light tackle rods and reels, and a variety of lures to tempt even the fussiest fish around.
This is a chance to dive deep into the heart of Southern Florida. You can explore the endless backwaters of the Everglades National Park. Children of all ages are welcome and Capt. DJ has life vests for them.
Customers will get to fish with Bull bay rods along with Daiwa BG reels. Lures and licenses are also included, and Capt. DJ will even clean and fillet your fish after the trip. Just bring your food, sunscreen, bug repellent, and plenty of energy – Capt. DJ will put it to good use!
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Jarod MorganRepeat angler5.0Verified10/10 Would Recommend
Kids trip on December 29, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 childrenWhat can I say, we booked this as a “family trip” and it was one of the best charters I’ve been on. A great way to see the Everglades most won’t. We caught over 10 species and easily 40-50 fish. Understand not every trip is like that but he put us on the fish non-stop. We kept a couple nice Mackerel and took them to a nearby cafe where they grilled them for lunch. Don’t pass this one by!
Jon Conley5.0VerifiedBest charter we have had in Florida!
6 hour on January 1, 2026 • 4 adultsCaught Ladyfish, Snook, Catfish, Sheepshead, Mangrove Snapper, Lizardfish, Redfish- alot (Red Drum), Sea Trout, Grouper, Jack Cravel, and another weird fish with legs…. The best time!!! Captain Ariel kept us on the move and catching fish!
Chris MuthigRepeat angler5.0Verifiedgreat trip, great captain, comfortable boat
6 hour on December 20, 2025 • 2 adultscaught tons of fish, lady fish, jacks, mangrove, snapper, snook, sea trout, lizardfish, two kinds of catfish, and a big puffer. Very fun!
Olaf EideRepeat angler5.0Verifiedgreat trip . captain was knowledgeable and works to get fish
6 hour on March 28, 2026 • 1 adultcaught multiple species of fish. Had a great time. i caught a lot of fish that were a 1st time for me. the captain was great
Josh NelsonRepeat angler5.0Verifiedgreat time
4hr pm trip on March 19, 2026 • 4 adultseven with a cold frint going through we caught some fish. It was a good time!
Lynette Falzone5.0VerifiedBest Captain in Chokoloskee
4 Hour military/1st responders on August 9, 2025 • 3 adults • 1 childOur trip was perfect. The captain made sure we were comfortable and catching fish the whole time. I think we caught one of everything that was out there and left with a cooler full of fillets for dinner. The captain made sure my son caught his dream fish, a snook, before we finished our day. We caught numerous sea trout, several large red fish, black drum, a shark, numerous pompanos, a giant jack and several others. We will be back for sure!
Dave Thorp5.0VerifiedJanuary fishing trip
Special 6 hour trip for Dave Thorp on January 14, 2025 • 3 adultsWe caught 8 species of fish and caught over 35 Sea Trout. Captain DJ is great and cleaned our keepers for a fish dinner. Nice stable boat with a new 200hp engine that flies across the water.
John Kirby5.0VerifiedFishing with Ariel "DJ"
6 hour on July 17, 2025 • 4 adultsWe had a lot of fun fishing with Captain DJ. He was great with the girls, kept us on the move in the search for fish. Would recommend
Aldo NascimbeniRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat trip
4 hour on April 1, 2025 • 3 adultsAriel is very knowledgeable, we had a wonderful time and caught lots fish, looking forward to another trip.
Kathleen ChristiansonRepeat angler5.0VerifiedFantastic Time
4 hour on March 4, 2025 • 4 adultsWe had a great time on our trip. Caught a lot of fish, our guild was fun to hang out with.
FAQs about ARF II Charters (Veteran)
- US $350 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Veterans day special (3 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour military/1st responders (4 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 hour (4 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4hr pm trip (4 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6 hour (6 hours)
- US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - full day (8 hours)
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- Fishfinder
- Live bait well when available
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Drinks (Bottled water/Alcohol and cigar friendly)
- Fishing license
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Flats fishing
- Backcountry fishing
- Light tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Jigging
- Popping
- Fly fishing
- Drift fishing
- Black Drum
- Grouper (Goliath)
- Jack Crevalle
- Redfish
- Snook
- Speckled Trout
- Tarpon
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