Reel Therapy Fishing Charters offers a calm and relaxing day on the waters of Big Pine Key. Fish the flats on the Gulf side of the Keys.
Take your fishing buddy and hop on board Capt. Jim’s 17’ skiff. Its 90 HP Yamaha engine will power you to the local honey holes. There, you will take a rod in your hand and the action will begin.
If you want to test yourself in spinning and light tackle fishing, Capt. Jim will provide you with rods and reels by Penn and Shimano. And if you’d rather catch fish with a fly, Sage rods will be at your disposal.
On your day out, you will be targeting a large variety of species that call the local waters home. If you are more interested in sport fishing, your main target will be Tarpon, Permit, Snook, and Bonefish.
As well as that, you can get your hands on Speckled Trout, Redfish, Mangrove Snapper, Jack Crevalle, Cobia, Barracuda, and Blacktip Shark to name a few. Capt. Jim will let you know which species you are allowed to keep.
When you are done fishing and catching, you will come back to shore. There, Capt. Jim will clean and fillet the catch for you. You can have it for dinner later or just fill the freezer!
All trips come with gear, tackle, and bait which will be prepared before the trip. You will only need to bring your own food and drinks with you.
Captain
Jim Peabody
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Good experience
89%
Appropriate for children
96%
Friendly captain
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Caught fish
93%
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Half Day Trip on January 6, 2025
Been on several similar trips, Jim knows his game and focused on fun for all. Very attentive to the inexperienced fishermen, showing tips and techniques. Cannot go wrong Jim!
Been on several similar trips, Jim knows his game and focused on fun for all. Very attentive to the inexperienced fishermen, showing tips and techniques. Cannot go wrong Jim!
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Half Day Trip on January 29, 2025
Jim works hard to put you on the fish.
Jim works hard to put you on the fish.
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Half Day Trip on May 23, 2024
First time fishing trip for my wife, Capt. Jim made her feel very comfortable and was very patient with her. We caught a few types of fish even some we didn't think we would. Over all great experience and would recommend this charter to all. Thanks Capt Jim.
First time fishing trip for my wife, Capt. Jim made her feel very comfortable and was very patient with her. We caught a few types of fish even some we didn't think we would. Over all great experience and would recommend this charter to all. Thanks Capt Jim.
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Full Day Trip on May 7, 2024
Although the target was bonefish, Capt. Jim put us on to some tarpon and I managed to get a tarpon on my fly rod. It was an awesome experience.
Although the target was bonefish, Capt. Jim put us on to some tarpon and I managed to get a tarpon on my fly rod. It was an awesome experience.
Mount Laurel Township, NJ
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Half Day Trip on February 6, 2023
Tough day; wind, tide and currents were all against us. But, Jim worked his ass off and was able to put us on fish! We’re going out again with him again next week. Thanks for a great trip! My wife and I had a wonderful day on the water!
Tough day; wind, tide and currents were all against us. But, Jim worked his ass off and was able to put us on fish! We’re going out again with him again next week. Thanks for a great trip! My wife and I had a wonderful day on the water!
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Big Pine Key, Florida, United States
Captain Jim Peabody has been mastering the waters in and around Big Pine Key for well over three decades. Jim has devoted his life to fishing in the Florida Keys. Having spent thousands of hours on the water of both Atlantic and Gulf side, Jim gained a vast and thorough knowledge of the area. He enjoys being on the water and there is nothing else he’d rather do.
Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Light Tackle
Spinning
Fly Fishing
Air Conditioning
GPS
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
Rods, reels & tackle
Penn, Shimano
Live Bait
Prepared before the trip
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License
Fly Fishing Equipment
Sage rods
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.
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
Age 10 and above, ased on discussion with captain
You Keep Catch
Talk the captain about which fish you can keep
Catch and Release Allowed
Catch and Release Mandatory
Tarpon, Permit, Bonefish
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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
Checks