Flats Fever Key West
If you’re going to cast a line in Key West, look no further than Flats Fever. Your guide for the day is Captain Rick, so you’ll benefit from 50 years of professional experience as a one boat, one captain operation.
Depending on the season, you might hook into Tarpon, Permit, Bonefish, Jack Crevalle, Cobia, Blacktip Shark, and whatever else is biting. On the day of your trip, you’re likely to spin using light tackle. Capt. Rick also offers fly fishing, all gear included.
Capt. Rick welcomes anglers of all ages, including kids, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise, you should bring your own. And, you can’t go wrong with snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty stomach!
Your excursion begins aboard an 18’ Maverick flats boat with a capacity for 3 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but it’s good to ask about this so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself.
There’s no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. If you don’t know what to expect, ask the captain. It’s recommended to bring bottled water, sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that daydream into a reality, with Flats Fever.
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Mar 16, 2024
3/4 Day Trip – Flats Fishing
Fishing with Rick
Rick is a nice guy and a very knowledgeable guide. He put us on a lot of fish. I recommend him
Rick is a nice guy and a very knowledgeable guide. He put us on a lot of fish. I recommend him
Belgrade, Serbia
May 29, 2024
3/4 Day Trip – Flats Fishing
‘It’s like fishing in an aquarium’
Our fishing trip with Flatz Fever, headed by Captain Rick Magner, was an unforgettable experience, though not quite for the reasons we had hoped. Captain Rick, a seasoned fisherman of 38 years, navigated us through the waters of Key West with apparent confidence. However, our day took a startling turn when we were pulled over by the Coast Guard. This tense encounter stemmed from Captain Rick’s decision to park in front of a cruise ship, leading to a visibly exasperated reaction when asked to move his boat. Unfortunately, our hopes of catching fish were dashed. Despite Rick’s assurances and his choice of bait/lures—an unpleasantly stinky variety and small plugs for casting at rolling tarpon—we did not manage to reel in a single catch. The combination of questionable parking choices and ineffective bait made for a disappointing outing. While Captain Rick’s colorful personality added some flair to the trip, the overall experience left much to be desired.
Our fishing trip with Flatz Fever, headed by Captain Rick Magner, was an unforgettable experience, though not quite for the reasons...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
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for this charter yet!
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Recommend this charter
50%
Caught fish
0%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fishing with Rick
3/4 Day Trip – Flats Fishing on March 16, 2024
Rick is a nice guy and a very knowledgeable guide. He put us on a lot of fish. I recommend him
Rick is a nice guy and a very knowledgeable guide. He put us on a lot of fish. I recommend him
Belgrade, Serbia
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
‘It’s like fishing in an aquarium’
3/4 Day Trip – Flats Fishing on May 29, 2024
Our fishing trip with Flatz Fever, headed by Captain Rick Magner, was an unforgettable experience, though not quite for the reasons we had hoped. Captain Rick, a seasoned fisherman of 38 years, navigated us through the waters of Key West with apparent confidence. However, our day took a startling turn when we were pulled over by the Coast Guard. This tense encounter stemmed from Captain Rick’s decision to park in front of a cruise ship, leading to a visibly exasperated reaction when asked to move his boat. Unfortunately, our hopes of catching fish were dashed. Despite Rick’s assurances and his choice of bait/lures—an unpleasantly stinky variety and small plugs for casting at rolling tarpon—we did not manage to reel in a single catch. The combination of questionable parking choices and ineffective bait made for a disappointing outing. While Captain Rick’s colorful personality added some flair to the trip, the overall experience left much to be desired.
Our fishing trip with Flatz Fever, headed by Captain Rick Magner, was an unforgettable experience, though not quite for the reasons we had hoped. Captain Rick, a seasoned fisherman of 38 years, navigated us through the waters of Key West with apparent confidence. However, our day took a startling turn when we were pulled over by the Coast Guard. This tense encounter stemmed from Captain Rick’s decision to park in front of a cruise ship, leading to a visibly exasperated reaction when asked to...
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