Salty Sloth 

 Shrimp Road 7001, Stock Island, FL 33040, United States

Salty Sloth 

Stock Island, FL, United States
26 ft
5

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Enjoy an Unforgettable Day on the Water with Captain Brooks!

Step aboard our brand-new Pathfinder 2600 HPS, a true fishing machine designed for both comfort and performance. Whether you’re cruising to a sandbar or targeting the wrecks in the Gulf, this versatile boat does it all — and it’s perfect for families or groups of up to 6 anglers.

Captain Brooks has fully outfitted this boat for every kind of fishing adventure. Target inshore favorites like Permit, Tarpon, Goliath Grouper, and Snapper, or head nearshore for Barracuda, Cobia, Black Grouper, and more!

All trips feature light spinning tackle for an exciting, hands-on experience. Want to try something different?

Your trip includes all fishing licenses, ice, and water, so you can relax and focus on the fun. Just bring your snacks, food, drinks, sunscreen, and sunglasses — and get ready to make lasting memories on the water with Captain Brooks!

Enjoy an Unforgettable Day on the Water with Captain Brooks!

Step aboard our brand-new Pathfinder 2600 HPS, a true fishing machine designed for both comfort and performance. Whether you’re cruising to a sandbar or targeting the wrecks in the Gulf, this versatile boat does it all — and it’s perfect for families or groups of up to 6 anglers.

Captain Brooks has fully outfitted this boat for every kind of fishing adventure. Target inshore favorites like Permit, Tarpon, Goliath Grouper, and Snapper, or head nearshore for Barracuda, Cobia, Black Grouper, and more!

All trips feature light spinning tackle for an exciting, hands-on experience. Want to try something different?

Your trip includes all fishing licenses, ice, and water, so you can relax and focus on the fun. Just bring your snacks, food, drinks, sunscreen, and sunglasses — and get ready to make lasting memories on the water with Captain Brooks!

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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 2:00 PM)
Barracuda (Great)
Jack Crevalle
Permit
Snook
+8
US $800
Entire boat: up to 5 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Jack Crevalle
Permit
Snook
+8
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Jack Crevalle
Permit
Snook
+8
US $1,300
Entire boat: up to 5 people

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FAQs about Salty Sloth

Salty Sloth offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $800 per group - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Half Day Trip - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Salty Sloth, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Salty Sloth include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Pinfish, ballyhoo, pilchard)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Yes, we will fillet all the fish and bag them.)
  • Fishing license (All licenses needed for the trip are provided and included in the price. )
Salty Sloth offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Salty Sloth offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
Top targeted fish species with Salty Sloth include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Permit
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Mutton)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Brooks Forbis
Brooks Forbis
Brooks Forbis

Stock Island, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
Member since October 2025

From a young age, I've had a lifelong passion for fishing. Whether casting a line in the bayous of Louisiana or exploring the waters of the Florida Keys, fishing has always been a part of who I am. I enjoy spin fishing, fly fishing, and spearfishing, and I take pride in sharing that passion with others. My clients are always my top priority—both on and off the water—and I'm dedicated to making every trip a safe, enjoyable, and truly memorable experience.

ID & license verified
Member since October 2025

From a young age, I've had a lifelong passion for fishing. Whether casting a line in the bayous of Louisiana or exploring the waters of the Florida Keys, fishing has always been a part of who I am. I enjoy spin fishing, fly fishing, and spearfishing, and I take pride in sharing that passion with others. My clients are always my top priority—both on and off the water—and I'm dedicated to making every trip a safe, enjoyable, and truly memorable experience.

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Permit
Permit
Lane Snapper
Lane Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Tarpon
Tarpon
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
Pathfinder
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
52 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Pinfish, ballyhoo, pilchard
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Yes, we will fillet all the fish and bag them.
Fishing license
All licenses needed for the trip are provided and included in the price.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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 don’t have any age limits but we do require a heads up if there are any children to know that we will be properly prepared.
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

 PayPal

 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Stock Island right now

Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
CobiaCobia
Grouper (Black)Grouper (Black)
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
PermitPermit
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Mutton)Snapper (Mutton)
Snapper (Yellowtail)Snapper (Yellowtail)
TarponTarpon

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