Black Dog Charters

Based out of Bokeelia, Black Dog Charters is your ticket to a memorable time on the water.

Capt. Bryant aims to tailor every trip to your specific needs, so let him know what you’re after! Depending on the trip and species, you’ll be using techniques like fly fishing, and spinning. You’re looking at 4 to 8-hour trips, where you’ll usually go after the likes of Snook, Redfish, Snapper, Tarpon, Sheepshead, and Grouper, depending on the weather and time of year.

Your adventure begins on board a 21’ Maverick boat that can fit a maximum of 4 anglers. The boat is fitted with an ice box and wireless trolling motor. The price of your trip includes all the rods, reels, and terminal tackle you’ll need for a productive day on the water.

Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day. You’ll be able to keep any legal species caught during the trip. The boat will be supplied with drinks for your pleasure, be sure to let the captain know if you have any questions or want to bring your own.

This is a children-friendly charter, so you’re welcome to bring your kids on for a fun fishing adventure.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Black Dog Charters.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Shelling Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $450
    Go by boat to some of the most beautiful beaches South Florida has to offer. Captain Bryant Cole offers these one of a kind trips to locations like Cayo Costa, Cabbage Key (inspiration for Cheeseburger in Paradise), Boca Grande, Upper Captiva. Pack a picnic & escape to a locals only sunset spot. Multiple restaurants include Cabbage Key, Mangoes, Mainstay, Tarpon Lodge, and Lazy Flamingos.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $500
    Captain Cole provides you with an all inclusive day of fishing for 4 hours on the beautiful waters of Pine Island sound & the Gulf of Mexico. Includes fishing gear, licensing, bait, catch cleaning and drinks. We target various species depending on tide, time of day and weather. No experience necessary. Other trips include Dolphin tours, Shelling and Picnics.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $700
    Captain Cole provides you with an all inclusive day of fishing for 6 hours on the beautiful waters of Pine Island sound & the Gulf of Mexico. Includes fishing gear, licensing, bait, catch cleaning and drinks. We target various species depending on tide, time of day and weather. No experience necessary. Other trips include Dolphin tours, Shelling and Picnics.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $900
    Captain Cole provides you with an all inclusive day of fishing for 8 hours on the beautiful waters of Pine Island sound & the Gulf of Mexico. Includes fishing gear, licensing, bait, catch cleaning and drinks. We target various species depending on tide, time of day and weather. No experience necessary. Other trips include Dolphin tours, Shelling and Picnics.

FAQs about Black Dog Charters

Black Dog Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - Shelling Trip (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Black Dog Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Black Dog Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • Fishing License

Black Dog Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Black Dog Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Spinning
  • Fly Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Black Dog Charters include:
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Ladyfish
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Meet the Captain

Bryant Cole
Bokeelia, Florida, United States
1 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since January 2020
Benefit from Capt. Bryant's extensive knowledge of the local fishing areas and ensure a memorable fishing trip for your group in Bokeelia. This area is known for Mangrove Snapper, Redfish and Jack Crevalle and you'll get to catch them using spinning, fly fishing, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

About this listing

Targeted species

Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper
Grouper (Goliath) Goliath Grouper
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish Ladyfish

Boat specs

Maverick (Flats boat) originally built in 2001. Powered by a 225HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 50 knots.

Length
21 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Spinning
Fly Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Checks
Bank Transfer

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Jeff M.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   March 16, 2024
The charter operator canceled 5 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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