Captain Rich Hastings
Captain Rich Hastings
Captain Rich Hastings invites you to experience the stunning waters of Stock Island. With Captain Richard at the helm, you’ll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.
He specializes in sight fishing the flats of the Florida Keys. Poling in water as shallow as 7” to catch one of the trophy sportfish. Bonefish, Tarpon, and Permit all on light tackle spin or taken by fly.
You’ll be dropping lines from a 17’ Floyd Skiff Co. flats boat that holds up to 2 passengers. It comes with a fighting chair, all the essentials. Capt. Richard has rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available.
There’s no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.
It’s always wise to bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
If there’s more you’d like to know about fishing with Captain Rich Hastings, just send Capt. Richard a message down below.
Captain Rich Hastings invites you to experience the stunning waters of Stock Island. With Captain Richard at the helm, you’ll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.
He specializes in sight fishing the flats of the Florida Keys. Poling in water as shallow as 7” to catch one of the trophy sportfish. Bonefish, Tarpon, and Permit all on light tackle spin or taken by fly.
You’ll be dropping lines from a 17’ Floyd Skiff Co. flats boat that holds up to 2 passengers. It comes with a fighting chair, all the essentials. Capt. Richard has rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available.
There’s no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.
It’s always wise to bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
If there’s more you’d like to know about fishing with Captain Rich Hastings, just send Capt. Richard a message down below.
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- US $600 per group - Half Day Trip – Afternoon (4 hours)
- US $600 per group - Half Day Trip – Morning (4 hours)
- US $600 per group - Half Day Trip – Sunset (4 hours)
- US $900 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
- Fighting chair
- GPS
- Live bait well
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait
- Lures
- Fishing license
- Fly fishing equipment
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Flats fishing
- Backcountry fishing
- Light tackle
- Spinning
- Popping
- Fly fishing
- Bonefish
- Permit
- Tarpon
Your captain
A New Hampshire native originally, Captain Richard spent years fishing the Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers, even guiding there from 2014 to 2017. He moved down to Florida in 2015 and spent so much time on the productive inshore waters of the Everglades, that he decided to start his own business. A specialist in sight fishing, he loves teaching newcomers the tricks of the trade, and loves nothing more than seeing customers reel in the fish they've always dreamed of.
A New Hampshire native originally, Captain Richard spent years fishing the Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers, even guiding there from 2014 to 2017. He moved down to Florida in 2015 and spent so much time on the productive inshore waters of the Everglades, that he decided to start his own business. A specialist in sight fishing, he loves teaching newcomers the tricks of the trade, and loves nothing more than seeing customers reel in the fish they've always dreamed of.
Real catches by this captain
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Which fishing techniques you can try
Which amenities are available onboard
How cancellations work
Deposit non-refundable
If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
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 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:
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What’s biting in Stock Island right now
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+54 hour trip • 4 personsUS $750
