Backcountry Obsessions
+7For an unforgettable adventure targeting Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, and Trout - Backcountry Obsessions will put you on the fish with the proper equipment in hand to get the job done.
Being a full-time guide fishing the Intracoastal, flats, and backcountry waters from Placida to Estero, Capt. Michael will be able to guide you to the fish of your dreams in comfort and safety.
Whether you are a skilled angler or a beginner with a desire to learn the captain will work hard the entire trip to ensure an action-packed day on the water. Always remember, this is your trip so communication is key. Both before and during the trip, let Capt. Michael know your goals for the day and he will do his best to accommodate you and make it happen.
Your day will be spent on a custom-built Beavertail Skiff Elite. Capable of crossing big water and running long distances when necessary to get to the fish while at the same time being able to pursue them in just inches of water.
For your comfort and convenience, Captain Michael provides all necessary tackle and equipment, your fishing license, and a cooler with ice and bottled water.
What you should bring; wear light-colored lightweight breathable clothing, hat, sunglasses, rain jacket, sunscreen (not aerosol please), food and drinks ( a cooler with ice is provided) and most importantly A POSITIVE ATTITUDE!!!
Captain Michael looks forward to guiding you on your next fishing adventure!!!
Captain
Capt. Michael
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
88%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
90%
Caught fish
100%
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Great trip
Full Day Trip on May 13, 2025
The guide was personable and funny, was very knowledgeable about the area and where to find the fish! We spent all morning with tarpon rolling all around the boat and the afternoon we spent on an oyster bed flat casting at cruising red drum snook and trout. It was a great trip, I would recommend it to anyone who wants to have a fly fishing focused trip!
The guide was personable and funny, was very knowledgeable about the area and where to find the fish! We spent all morning with tarpon rolling all around the boat and the afternoon we spent on an oyster bed flat casting at cruising red drum snook and trout. It was a great trip, I would recommend it to anyone who wants to have a fly fishing focused trip!
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Captain Michael was AMAZING!
Half Day Trip on February 18, 2025
He knew right where to get us started and we caught over 50 fish! My 12 year old had a blast and when we ended the day at a slower spot, he made sure to bring us to a hot spot so he ended the day with over 8 fish in 5 minutes or so. Highly recommend Captain Michael!!
He knew right where to get us started and we caught over 50 fish! My 12 year old had a blast and when we ended the day at a slower spot, he made sure to bring us to a hot spot so he ended the day with over 8 fish in 5 minutes or so. Highly recommend Captain Michael!!
The captain canceled
Trip was supposed to happen on March 12, 2025
The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
Augusta, Montana
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Full Day Fly Fishing
Full Day Trip on April 29, 2024
Great experience! Mike is extremely knowledgable about local waters and the fish **hidden content** there. He is extremely amiable, and professional. I honestly feel that any limitations that were put on the day were soelly from my casting ability. His equpment is top notch, and kept in extremely good order. I am also a flyfishing guide, and would highly recommend him. I had a wonderful time out, and would most definitely do it again.
Great experience! Mike is extremely knowledgable about local waters and the fish **hidden content** there. He is extremely amiable, and professional. I honestly feel that any limitations that were put on the day were soelly from my casting ability. His equpment is top notch, and kept in extremely good order. I am also a flyfishing guide, and would highly recommend him. I had a wonderful time out, and would most definitely do it again.
Parrish, Florida
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Awesome day fishing
Full Day Trip on January 7, 2024
Ive had multiple trips with Capt Michael. Alway a great day with him. I'm posting about a trip we had earlier this year. It was colder and it was tough at first but later in the day he put me on them! It was one after another and after a while I insisted he fish also. It was only me and reluctantly he did. We caught fish the rest of the afternoon. It may not happen again but it will always be a great experience with him!
Ive had multiple trips with Capt Michael. Alway a great day with him. I'm posting about a trip we had earlier this year. It was colder and it was tough at first but later in the day he put me on them! It was one after another and after a while I insisted he fish also. It was only me and reluctantly he did. We caught fish the rest of the afternoon. It may not happen again but it will always be a great experience with him!
FAQs about Backcountry Obsessions
What are the trip rates for Backcountry Obsessions?
Backcountry Obsessions offers the following trips to customers:
- US $400 per group - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
- US $525 per group - Customers Favorite trip (6 hours)
- US $650 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Backcountry Obsessions?
When you book a trip with Backcountry Obsessions, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Live Bait Well
- Wireless Trolling Motor
What's included in the trip price with Backcountry Obsessions?
Trips booked with Backcountry Obsessions include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Drinks (Cooler with ice and bottled water)
- Fishing License
- Fly Fishing Equipment
What types of fishing does Backcountry Obsessions offer?
Backcountry Obsessions offers the following types of fishing:
- Inshore Fishing
- Flats Fishing
- Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does Backcountry Obsessions offer?
Backcountry Obsessions offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle (Artificial)
- Fly Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Backcountry Obsessions?
Top targeted fish species with Backcountry Obsessions include:
- Redfish
- Snook
- Spotted Seatrout
- Tarpon
Your captain
Matlacha, Florida, United States
Operating a 17' Beavertail Skiff, Capt. Michael ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Matlacha, Florida. Explore these waters teeming with Redfish, Spotted Seatrout and Tarpon under Michael’s expert guidance. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Artificial
Fly Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
GPS
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Drinks
Cooler with ice and bottled water
Fishing License
Fly Fishing Equipment
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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 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
Catch and Release Allowed
How you can pay
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
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:
Cash
PayPal
Checks
What’s biting in Matlacha right now
Redfish
Snook
Tarpon