Why Knote Charters 

 
Federally permitted
 Gardenia Street 167, Tavernier, FL 33070, United States

Why Knote Charters 

Federally permitted
Tavernier, FL, United States
28 ft
4

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Why Knot Charters – Offshore Fishing Adventures

Step aboard our 28' Contender and experience world-class offshore fishing with Why Knot Charters. Whether you're chasing your first trophy fish or you're a seasoned angler looking for a serious fight, we specialize in putting clients on big fish and unforgettable memories.

Target species include sailfish, wahoo, grouper, snapper, swordfish, mahi and more! Depending on season and conditions. Our Contender is fast, comfortable, and fully equipped with top-tier fishing gear, safety equipment, and electronics to get you where the fish are—fast.

Perfect for families, beginners, and hardcore anglers alike. We provide the knowledge, gear, and experience—you bring the excitement.

🎣 What's Included:
• Licensed & insured captain
• Premium rods, reels, and tackle
• Cooler & ice
• Fish cleaning (upon request)

📍 Location: Florida Keys
📅 Trips Available: Half day, full day, and swordfishing trips

Book your next offshore adventure today and find out Why Knot Charters is the right choice for your next big catch.

Why Knot Charters – Offshore Fishing Adventures

Step aboard our 28' Contender and experience world-class offshore fishing with Why Knot Charters. Whether you're chasing your first trophy fish or you're a seasoned angler looking for a serious fight, we specialize in putting clients on big fish and unforgettable memories.

Target species include sailfish, wahoo, grouper, snapper, swordfish, mahi and more! Depending on season and conditions. Our Contender is fast, comfortable, and fully equipped with top-tier fishing gear, safety equipment, and electronics to get you where the fish are—fast.

Perfect for families, beginners, and hardcore anglers alike. We provide the knowledge, gear, and experience—you bring the excitement.

🎣 What's Included:
• Licensed & insured captain
• Premium rods, reels, and tackle
• Cooler & ice
• Fish cleaning (upon request)

📍 Location: Florida Keys
📅 Trips Available: Half day, full day, and swordfishing trips

Book your next offshore adventure today and find out Why Knot Charters is the right choice for your next big catch.

Braxton Black
Captain
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Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Half day offshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Amberjack
Marlin (Blue)
Sailfish
Snapper (Mangrove)
+8
US $900
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 day offshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Amberjack
Marlin (Blue)
Sailfish
Snapper (Mangrove)
+8
US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Sailfish
+8
US $1,300
Entire boat: up to 4 people
There are 5 people looking at this charter.

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FAQs about Why Knote Charters

Why Knote Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $900 per group - Half day offshore (4 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - 3/4 day offshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Why Knote Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Spearfishing equipment
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Why Knote Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Depending on the trip we will get live bait. That is included in the price )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (No it is free of charter I would love to fillet for you!)
  • Drinks (Waters are provided and you are more then welcome to bring whatever else you would like )
  • First mate (First mate is alwayse available industry standard for tipping first mate is 20%)
  • Fishing license (Salt water fishing license lobster and snook includes included in price )
Why Knote Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Up to 20)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Why Knote Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Kite fishing
  • Bowfishing
  • Spearfishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Why Knote Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Banded Rudderfish
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Hogfish
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Queen Snapper (Caribbean)
  • Sailfish
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Shark (Nurse)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)

Your captain

Braxton Black
Braxton Black
Braxton Black

Tavernier, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
Member since January 2025

Capt. Braxton runs trips out of Tavernier aboard 22' Sea Chaser Center console. This area is known for Mangrove Snapper, Hogfish and Bull Shark and you'll get to catch them using bottom fishing, spinning, trolling, drifting, jigging, or other techniques. For special requests, such as spearfishing, message Capt. Braxton.

ID & license verified
Member since January 2025

Capt. Braxton runs trips out of Tavernier aboard 22' Sea Chaser Center console. This area is known for Mangrove Snapper, Hogfish and Bull Shark and you'll get to catch them using bottom fishing, spinning, trolling, drifting, jigging, or other techniques. For special requests, such as spearfishing, message Capt. Braxton.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Banded Rudderfish
Banded Rudderfish
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Hogfish
Hogfish
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Caribbean Queen Snapper
Caribbean Queen Snapper
Sailfish
Sailfish
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Nurse Shark
Nurse Shark
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Amberjack
Amberjack
Banded Rudderfish
Banded Rudderfish
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Hogfish
Hogfish
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
2006
Restored in
2018
Boat manufacturer
Contender
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 225HP
Max cruising speed
48 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Up to 20
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Bowfishing
Spearfishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Spearfishing equipment
Ice box

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Depending on the trip we will get live bait. That is included in the price
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
No it is free of charter I would love to fillet for you!
Drinks
Waters are provided and you are more then welcome to bring whatever else you would like
First mate
First mate is alwayse available industry standard for tipping first mate is 20%
Fishing license
Salt water fishing license lobster and snook includes included in price

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days 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.

More details

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
We are a kid friendly boat and love teaching people how to fish
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Tavernier right now

AmberjackAmberjack
HogfishHogfish
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
SailfishSailfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Mutton)Snapper (Mutton)
Snapper (Yellowtail)Snapper (Yellowtail)

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