Spirit Fly Charters 

Step aboard my Beavertail Strike for a day plying the skinny waters of Matlacha, Pine Island Sound, and Charlotte Harbor for the area’s premier gamefish.
I specialize in fly fishing and using all artificial baits whether it be soft plastics or plugs. Without having to rely on catching bait and using my shallow drafting skiff we can run to the shallowest of flats and start fishing BEFORE everybody else. Sometimes we even beat the fish there and have to endure a gorgeous sunrise while the tide starts to turn.

Your charter will be custom-tailored based on a few phone calls beforehand in regard to weather, tides, skill level, and target species. Everyone, regardless of their experience, is welcome to fish on my boat so don’t hesitate to ask questions while we’re on the water. Bring sunscreen, polarized glasses, and whatever snacks you prefer.

As a USCG licensed captain, I provide all safety equipment and licenses for up to six passengers. However, the skiff is rather small so space and safety limit my passengers to TWO if we’re going to fish right. I also provide all tackle but feel free to bring your own. Please let me know in advance, however, so that I can plan storage accordingly.

Target species include Tarpon, Snook, Redfish, Speckled Trout, Cobia, Pompano, Jack Crevalle, and more depending on the time of year.
Not only do I offer fishing trips during the day, but if you would like to beat the heat we can take a night trip and hunt Snook and Tarpon on residential dock lights. This heart-stopping sight fishing experience is never dull and provides year-round excitement. It’s also a great way to sneak some fishing time in if you’re in town for a business trip and happen to be stuck in meetings all day!

Not that into fishing but want to see the water? Let’s do a spin around Pine Island and I’ll take you to a beach so you can enjoy a stroll and some world-class shelling with your spouse, lunch on Cabbage Key, or even a late afternoon and sunset on the water.