Florida Fishing Academy
Florida Fishing Academy
Hoping to catch some fish in West Palm Beach? That's what the Florida Fishing Academy is here for! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Rich knows them forwards and back.
You'll likely fish for Bonito, Cobia, Black, Gag and Red Grouper, Grunt, Lane, Mangrove, Mutton, Yellowtail and Red Snapper, Triggerfish, and more, depending on the season. According to what you're after, you may find yourself drifting and bottom fishing. Any fish within the legal limit is yours to take home; your captain will provide rods and reels.
Hop aboard the Thea Marie, a custom-designed 50' vessel equipped with a toilet. Keep in mind that the boat can take 48 guests, but only 20 people can fish at one time. There's no need to buy a fishing license, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! The Thea Marie is fitted with a wheelchair ramp to make sure everyone is included. Palm Beach Eco Tours has improved boating access for people with special needs, especially youth and disabled veterans dependent on a wheelchair.
Trips are run with the help of a First Mate, who's there to help you fish and keep everyone safe on board. It's customary to tip the Mate 10%–20% at the end of the day to show your appreciation. Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! And to ensure nobody gets hungry, you're allowed to bring your own food and beverages.
Get in touch with Capt. Rich below and start planning your trip today!
Hoping to catch some fish in West Palm Beach? That's what the Florida Fishing Academy is here for! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Rich knows them forwards and back.
You'll likely fish for Bonito, Cobia, Black, Gag and Red Grouper, Grunt, Lane, Mangrove, Mutton, Yellowtail and Red Snapper, Triggerfish, and more, depending on the season. According to what you're after, you may find yourself drifting and bottom fishing. Any fish within the legal limit is yours to take home; your captain will provide rods and reels.
Hop aboard the Thea Marie, a custom-designed 50' vessel equipped with a toilet. Keep in mind that the boat can take 48 guests, but only 20 people can fish at one time. There's no need to buy a fishing license, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! The Thea Marie is fitted with a wheelchair ramp to make sure everyone is included. Palm Beach Eco Tours has improved boating access for people with special needs, especially youth and disabled veterans dependent on a wheelchair.
Trips are run with the help of a First Mate, who's there to help you fish and keep everyone safe on board. It's customary to tip the Mate 10%–20% at the end of the day to show your appreciation. Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! And to ensure nobody gets hungry, you're allowed to bring your own food and beverages.
Get in touch with Capt. Rich below and start planning your trip today!
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- US $3,350 per group - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
- US $6,000 per group - 8-hour trip (8 hours)
- Toilet
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- First mate
- Fishing license
- Inshore fishing (We only fish inshore when the seas are bad.)
- Nearshore fishing (We do not go past the 3-mile mark.)
- Bottom fishing (We only have spots for 20 people to fish.)
- Drift fishing (We only have spots for 20 people to fish.)
- Bonito
- Cobia
- Grouper (Black)
- Grouper (Gag)
- Grouper (Red)
- Grunt
- Snapper (Lane)
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snapper (Mutton)
- Snapper (Red)
- Snapper (Yellowtail)
- Triggerfish (Gray)
Your captain
Captain Rich, who previously served as a police officer with Delray Beach, has been a deep-sea angler most of his life. This passion led him to become a USCG Certified Master Captain. He created the Florida Fishing Academy with that same passion and dedication for fishing, boating, and helping children. His inspiration are his 2 daughters: 'Florida is the fishing capital of the world! Why shouldn't we be the leaders in teaching our children how to protect our natural resources? Our children are the only ones who can help us change. They certainly changed me.'
Captain Rich, who previously served as a police officer with Delray Beach, has been a deep-sea angler most of his life. This passion led him to become a USCG Certified Master Captain. He created the Florida Fishing Academy with that same passion and dedication for fishing, boating, and helping children. His inspiration are his 2 daughters: 'Florida is the fishing capital of the world! Why shouldn't we be the leaders in teaching our children how to protect our natural resources? Our children are the only ones who can help us change. They certainly changed me.'
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How cancellations work
If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
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Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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:
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What’s biting in West Palm Beach right now
Bonito
Cobia
Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Gag)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Mutton)
Snapper (Red)
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