Playin Hooky
Playin Hooky
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Spend an unforgettable day on the waters of Naples with Playin Hooky! Captain Dave has years of experience to share and he's happy to pass on his best tips and tricks to you. Whether you're just taking a rod for the first time or you already have a few fish trophies under your belt, you'll enjoy your time spent on this boat.
You'll be fishing on a 20' Lowe that accommodates up to 3 guests. This bay boat is powered by a 115 HP Mercury engine and reaches the speed of 38 knots, so you'll be on your fishing spot in no time. And for the moments when you need to move quietly but not fast, there's a wireless trolling engine that will let you sneak up on fish.
You'll mostly explore inshore waters, flats, and the backcountry. Nearshore spots and wrecks are also an option but they are weather-dependent. Target Sheepshead, Tripletail, Snook, Tarpon, Redfish, and some larger species, such as Grouper, Blacktip, and Bull Shark. There's also a variety of fishing techniques you can try on, with bow fishing coming soon as well.
Capt. Dave lets you keep the catch and he even cleans it after the trip free of charge. He'll also cover your fishing licenses and equipment, so you only need to pack some food, drinks, and sun protection for the day.
Playin Hooky runs trips all year long. It's always a good time for some fishing action. You only need to choose when you're coming.
Spend an unforgettable day on the waters of Naples with Playin Hooky! Captain Dave has years of experience to share and he's happy to pass on his best tips and tricks to you. Whether you're just taking a rod for the first time or you already have a few fish trophies under your belt, you'll enjoy your time spent on this boat.
You'll be fishing on a 20' Lowe that accommodates up to 3 guests. This bay boat is powered by a 115 HP Mercury engine and reaches the speed of 38 knots, so you'll be on your fishing spot in no time. And for the moments when you need to move quietly but not fast, there's a wireless trolling engine that will let you sneak up on fish.
You'll mostly explore inshore waters, flats, and the backcountry. Nearshore spots and wrecks are also an option but they are weather-dependent. Target Sheepshead, Tripletail, Snook, Tarpon, Redfish, and some larger species, such as Grouper, Blacktip, and Bull Shark. There's also a variety of fishing techniques you can try on, with bow fishing coming soon as well.
Capt. Dave lets you keep the catch and he even cleans it after the trip free of charge. He'll also cover your fishing licenses and equipment, so you only need to pack some food, drinks, and sun protection for the day.
Playin Hooky runs trips all year long. It's always a good time for some fishing action. You only need to choose when you're coming.
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Customer reviews
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All reviews (12)
I took my 15 year old son and his friend out. His friend has never been on a charter and we have never been on one so south in FL! Captain Dave delivered! I think we caught 10 different species around the 10K islands! Weather was windy, but Dave knew exactly where to take us to catch stuff still. Was a great time and would book with him again! Next time we might even book the snake hunting trip!
Thank you Sarah! Had a blast with you and the boys, let me know when you are wanting to do Pythons!
Dave was awesome and super knowledgeable. On a day there wasn’t much bites he kept moving until he found us a spot that hit. Will definitely call him next time we’re in Florida! Thanks Dave!
Thank you so much Camryn! Had a great day and I'm looking forward to your next trip with the stingrays!
We are so happy we booked this trip! Dave put us on the fish and is very knowledgeable about the area. We caught a variety of species and even landed a nice sized bull shark. Communication was great throughout the booking process. Highly recommend!
Thank you Ryan! It was great to spend the afternoon with you. Looking forward to our next trip!
The captain was excellent and very knowledgeable about the waters , he provides plenty of water and Gatorade , if the fishing is slow he finds something to catch and hits a lot of spots never gives up
Thank you William!
FAQs about Playin Hooky
What are the trip rates for Playin Hooky?
- US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Fish Fry Special! (4 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Backwater 10k Islands (4 hours)
- US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip - SHARKS!!! (4 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Bowfishing - Stingrays and Sharks! (4 hours)
- US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 8 hour - Near Shore Wreck Fishing (8 hours)
- US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip – 10k Islands inshore (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Playin Hooky?
- GPS Simrad go 9xse chart plotter.
- Fishfinder 3 in 1 transducer. Down, side, and echo scan
- Live bait well Necessity for culling slot fish!
- Wireless trolling motor Spot lock, we find fish, we stay on fish!
- Ice box
What's included in the trip price with Playin Hooky?
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (Live bait includes live shrimp but not live bait fish. Bait fish can be added with 48 hours notice prior to trip. Prices vary.)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (No charge for cleaning fish except the fish fry listing. ($50) All other cleaning of fish includes fillet, ziplock bags and some ice for short transportation, bring your cooler!)
- Fishing license (Our OUPV charter fishing license includes all necessary licensing for fishing any of our packages.)
What types of fishing does Playin Hooky offer?
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing (Weather dependant)
- Wreck fishing (Weather dependant)
- Flats fishing
- Backcountry fishing
What fishing techniques does Playin Hooky offer?
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Jigging
- Popping
- Bowfishing (Coming soon! )
Which fish species can I catch with Playin Hooky?
- Black Drum
- Permit
- Pompano
- Redfish
- Shark (Blacktip)
- Shark (Bull)
- Sheepshead
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snook
- Speckled Trout
- Tarpon
- Tripletail
Your captain
Captain Dave has been fishing in the area for several years. His specialty are flats and inshore fishing, where he can combine all kinds of different techniques.
Captain Dave has been fishing in the area for several years. His specialty are flats and inshore fishing, where he can combine all kinds of different techniques.
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Which fishing techniques you can try
Which amenities are available onboard
What's included in the trip price
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
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
PayPal
Bank transfer
What’s biting in Naples right now
Black Drum
Permit
Pompano
Redfish
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bull)
Sheepshead
Snapper (Mangrove)
Snook
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
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