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  • 5.0
    /5
    (4 Hour Trip – Bowfishing (2 MAX))

    Amazing Time!

    Put us on tons of fish on a night where clean water was hard to find. Went above and beyond to ensure we got a limit. super friendly and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend!
    Wesley H.
    Wesley H.
    Reviewed on Oct 15, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (4 Hour Trip – Bowfishing)

    experience like no other

    ive never had such a blast fishing. id never touched a bow before and he helped me figure it out and get onto some TANKS
    Joseph G.
    Joseph G.
    Reviewed on Aug 28, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (2 Hour Trip – Family Fishing)

    Excellent Trip

    The trip was excrllent the captain and crew were great with the children showing them exactly what to do and made sure they all experienced catching fish. We caught plenty of fish and had them cooked in the restaurant opposite. I would highly recommend this trip. A big thankyou to captain and crew
    Simon O.
    Simon O.
    Reviewed on Aug 23, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (4 Hour Trip (AM))

    best guide in the Everglades

    have said it before and will say it again, there isnt a better guide in the everglades.
    Labib M.
    Labib M.
    Reviewed on Aug 14, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (3 Hour Trip - Morning Bite)

    Great trip!

    Captain Shawn is a great angler. He knows his way around. He made it easy for us. We were definitely comfortable on his boat. He was great and would return.
    Max S.
    Max S.
    Reviewed on Aug 7, 2026
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About Gar fishing

Size
10 to 50 lbsr
Food Value
Low
Game Quality
Good

Garfish fishing is all about fast hits, surface action, and sharp teeth. These long, slim sport fish cruise shallow bays, estuaries, and nearshore reefs. Anglers love their quick runs, aerial jumps, and steady numbers in warm months.

You can target Garfish by sight casting, drifting, or slow trolling near the surface. Light spinning with small hooks, slim soft plastics, or topwater plugs works well. A simple chum slick can draw them close. Fly fishing also shines with sparse baitfish patterns. Use a short steel or heavy fluorocarbon leader to handle their bite.

Expect a visual game with lots of misses and sudden strikes. Hookups are tricky because of their long, bony mouths, so keep tension steady. This is great fun for kids, first-timers, and anyone who enjoys active, hands-on fishing. Bring polarized sunglasses to spot fish, sun protection, and non-slip shoes. Captains often provide tackle, but ask about leaders, small hooks, and extra lures before your trip.

Rules for Garfish fishing vary by place and species. Always check local license or permit needs, plus any season, gear, and harvest rules before you go. When in doubt, ask your captain or local agency for the latest guidance.

Garfish fishing is all about fast hits, surface action, and sharp teeth. These long, slim sport fish cruise shallow bays, estuaries, and nearshore reefs. Anglers love their quick runs, aerial jumps, and steady numbers in warm months.

You can target Garfish by sight casting, drifting, or slow trolling near the surface. Light spinning with small hooks, slim soft plastics, or topwater plugs works well. A simple chum slick can draw them close. Fly fishing also shines with sparse baitfish patterns. Use a short steel or heavy fluorocarbon leader to handle their bite.

Expect a visual game with lots of misses and sudden strikes. Hookups are tricky because of their long, bony mouths, so keep tension steady. This is great fun for kids, first-timers, and anyone who enjoys active, hands-on fishing. Bring polarized sunglasses to spot fish, sun protection, and non-slip shoes. Captains often provide tackle, but ask about leaders, small hooks, and extra lures before your trip.

Rules for Garfish fishing vary by place and species. Always check local license or permit needs, plus any season, gear, and harvest rules before you go. When in doubt, ask your captain or local agency for the latest guidance.