Captain
Fred Pharis

Member since December 2014 Titusville, United States
Background
Captain Fred has fished the Indian River and Mosquito Lagoons for over 20 years! He enjoys putting anglers on a wide range of species in our shallow waters, from average size Reds, Trout, Black Drum, Snook and Tarpon (seasonal) to fish over 40 lbs – all in 6' or less of water. His number one objective is for everybody fishing with him to enjoy their day on the water, have tight lines and enjoy this awesome estuary! Captain Fred will work hard to make your trip memorable, he's laid back with a no pressure approach toward his anglers. All anglers are welcome from novice to experienced, especially kids! You'll find Captain Fred's skiff and fishing equipment well maintained and in good working order.
Techniques
Primarily use spinning reels: Penn Reels, Rods: 7' Fenwick or Custom Get Bit Rods. Use Spiderwire Invisi-braid line and Owner hooks. Fishing baits range from live, cut and artificial lures: jerk worms (flukes), Spoons and topwater plugs.

Hey, I'm Captain Fred Pharis

Titusville, United States
Background
Captain Fred has fished the Indian River and Mosquito Lagoons for over 20 years! He enjoys putting anglers on a wide range of species in our shallow waters, from average size Reds, Trout, Black Drum, Snook and Tarpon (seasonal) to fish over 40 lbs – all in 6' or less of water. His number one objective is for everybody fishing with him to enjoy their day on the water, have tight lines and enjoy this awesome estuary! Captain Fred will work hard to make your trip memorable, he's laid back with a no pressure approach toward his anglers. All anglers are welcome from novice to experienced, especially kids! You'll find Captain Fred's skiff and fishing equipment well maintained and in good working order.
Techniques
Primarily use spinning reels: Penn Reels, Rods: 7' Fenwick or Custom Get Bit Rods. Use Spiderwire Invisi-braid line and Owner hooks. Fishing baits range from live, cut and artificial lures: jerk worms (flukes), Spoons and topwater plugs.
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2 Lagoon Charters

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(73 reviews)
Titusville
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Fishing Reports

Fishing Report September/October - Mosqu
Fishing Report September/October - Mosqu
Oct 15, 2024 Titusville
Catching has been on fire! Most if not all trips have been in the double digits for my anglers in September and October. Catches include Redfish, Trout, Black Drum with a few Snook and Tarpon in the mix. The Summer heat is finally over which means cool mornings and light breezes! Using a combination of artificial and cut baits to catch these fish! With the passing of Hurricane Milton, the water levels are way up and fishing/catching is still on FIRE! On a recent trip my anglers caught 35 Redfish, a few trout and a couple of Black Drum on a 5 hour trip! Expecting the first cold front of the season in the next day or two and this should cool of the water significantly which should allow for catching to continue most of the day instead of early to mid morning!!!! So if your looking for a solid day of action on the Lagoon or Indian River, Send me an inquiry or book a trip, you won't be disappointed. As we get into November and December, there's an opportunity to catch some wintertime Snook in and around docks and residential canals in the area; all artificial baits! Overall, fishing and catching should continue to be strong for the remainder of the year! Tight Lines and Let's Go Catching!
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Fishing Report September/October - Mosqu
Fishing Report September/October - Mosqu
Oct 15, 2024 Titusville
Catching has been on fire! Most if not all trips have been in the double digits for my anglers in September and October. Catches include Redfish, Trout, Black Drum with a few Snook and Tarpon in the mix. The Summer heat is finally over which means cool mornings and light breezes! Using a combination of artificial and cut baits to catch these fish! With the passing of Hurricane Milton, the water levels are way up and fishing/catching is still on FIRE! On a recent trip my anglers caught 35 Redfish, a few trout and a couple of Black Drum on a 5 hour trip! Expecting the first cold front of the season in the next day or two and this should cool of the water significantly which should allow for catching to continue most of the day instead of early to mid morning!!!! So if your looking for a solid day of action on the Lagoon or Indian River, Send me an inquiry or book a trip, you won't be disappointed. As we get into November and December, there's an opportunity to catch some wintertime Snook in and around docks and residential canals in the area; all artificial baits! Overall, fishing and catching should continue to be strong for the remainder of the year! Tight Lines and Let's Go Catching!
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Fishing Report September/October - Mosqu
Fishing Report September/October - Mosqu
Oct 15, 2024 Titusville
Catching has been on fire! Most if not all trips have been in the double digits for my anglers in September and October. Catches include Redfish, Trout, Black Drum with a few Snook and Tarpon in the mix. The Summer heat is finally over which means cool mornings and light breezes! Using a combination of artificial and cut baits to catch these fish! With the passing of Hurricane Milton, the water levels are way up and fishing/catching is still on FIRE! On a recent trip my anglers caught 35 Redfish, a few trout and a couple of Black Drum on a 5 hour trip! Expecting the first cold front of the season in the next day or two and this should cool of the water significantly which should allow for catching to continue most of the day instead of early to mid morning!!!! So if your looking for a solid day of action on the Lagoon or Indian River, Send me an inquiry or book a trip, you won't be disappointed. As we get into November and December, there's an opportunity to catch some wintertime Snook in and around docks and residential canals in the area; all artificial baits! Overall, fishing and catching should continue to be strong for the remainder of the year! Tight Lines and Let's Go Catching!
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 73 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Awesome day on the water!!!
Awesome day on the water!!!
Awesome day on the water!!!
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Christopher O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Catching big Reds with Captain Fred!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 10, 2025
My dad and I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day! Captain Fred was prompt, prepared, equipped, professional, and just...
Christopher O. recommends 2 Lagoon Charters
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Tim O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome day on the water!!!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on June 13, 2025
Spent the morning fishing with Capt. Fred and we caught fish to say the least. The weather was not cooperating but Fred knows...
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Cynthia S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Beautiful day and decent fishing

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on November 25, 2024
We had a great day with Capt Fred. The weather had turned cool and the fishing was a bit slow, but Capt Fred was determined...
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Brian M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Day on the Water

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 13, 2024
Took my son and friend with Captain Fred and had a great day on the water. Had to go to a couple of spots but Captain got us...
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Gregory B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day on the water

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (Oct through April) on July 25, 2024
The Captain worked hard to get us on fish. Had a great day would recommend him to anyone.
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