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Waterboy Charters

Member since June 2018 Everglades City, United States
Background
There is nothing better than spending time on the water fishing and sightseeing in one of the world's most beautiful national parks. Join me and Captain Slade on a guided charter excursion in the Everglades National Park and Ten Thousands Islands.
Techniques
We will be fishing with light tackle while in the back country and inshore around the islands. We will use hard and soft baits as well as live bait such as shrimp, crabs and any live bait we catch throwing a cast net.

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Everglades City, United States
Background
There is nothing better than spending time on the water fishing and sightseeing in one of the world's most beautiful national parks. Join me and Captain Slade on a guided charter excursion in the Everglades National Park and Ten Thousands Islands.
Techniques
We will be fishing with light tackle while in the back country and inshore around the islands. We will use hard and soft baits as well as live bait such as shrimp, crabs and any live bait we catch throwing a cast net.
Anglers Choice
130
Reviews
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Fishing Reports
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Capt. Bobby J.
Captain
Capt. Slade J.
Captain

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Waterboy Charters โ€“ 22โ€™ Pathfinder

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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Waterboy Charters โ€“ 18' Shallow Sport

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(27 reviews)
Angler's choice
Everglades City
 Last booking: 6 days ago
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Trips from US $400

Fishing Reports

Summer Fishing Is On Fire!!
Summer Fishing Is On Fire!!
Jun 9, 2024 Everglades City
Started the summer off right with some great fishing! The summer months are great for bottom fishing for Grouper and Trout. Book your charter now yo get in on the action!
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OPEN FOR BUSINESS!!
OPEN FOR BUSINESS!!
Oct 5, 2022 Everglades City
We are open for business and ready to get some fishing in!! Hurrican Ian did some flooding here in Everglades City but we have cleaned up and most of the businesses will be operational next week. Contact us for availablitiy for charters and places you can stay. We look forward to fishing again!! Capt Bobby
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Fishing Is Great!!
Fishing Is Great!!
Aug 22, 2021 Everglades City
Summer fishing was great with some serious catching of Tarpon, Trout, Redfish, Snook and Grouper! While live bait works a good amount of the time, use of artificial baits such as top water plugs, jerk baits and paddletails have been producing well also! Patience pays off when it comes to searching for those big fish! Give us a call to get your dates in the calendar for a chance to land some of these awesome fish!!
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Snook and Tarpon are coming in!!
Snook and Tarpon are coming in!!
Feb 14, 2021 Everglades City
Call TODAY to get in on the action!! Fish bite has been hot on Snook, Redfish, Trout and Tarpon! Get your dates in the calendar befor it books up! Waterboy Charters
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Social Distancing At Its Best!!!
Social Distancing At Its Best!!!
Apr 10, 2020 Everglades City
The fish are plentiful and the weather is great!! During these uncertain times, Waterboy Charters is OPEN for business, allowing our clients to get out in the Ten Thousand Islands away from crowds while fishing and enjoying the beauty of being outdoors Snook, Redfish and Tarpon have been plentiful, catching on live bait and artificial. With school cancelled it's the best time to bring your kids out to fish. We have gear for kids including life jackets. Book Today!!
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Snook Season Is In Full Swing!!
Snook Season Is In Full Swing!!
Aug 18, 2019 Everglades City
Call WATERBOY CHARTERS today to book a fishing charter for an opportunity to catch some of these AWESOME and POPULAR sports fish!! We clean and sanitizer the boat and gear after every trip per CDC guidelines. Everything is included so all you need to do is show up! Let us put you on some great fishing in the Ten Thousand Islands.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 130 reviews
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Appropriate for children
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Stephen W.
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Fishing with Bobby

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Season on February 17, 2025
Captain Bobby was fantastic. Had all the bait ready all the gear ready all we had to do is get on the boat he put us on fishing...
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Michael C.
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing

VERIFIED   6 Hour Fishing Trip SEASON on January 3, 2025
My son and I had a 3 day fishing trip with Slade on the shallow sport. Caught well over 200 to 300 fish, over 16 species...
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Gary M.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Very good
4.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best Everglades trip ever

VERIFIED   6 Hour Fishing Trip SEASON on July 26, 2025
My wife and I had a great trip. I caught a slam; snook, trout and redfish. We also caught jacks, snapper and ladyfish....
Gary M. recommends Waterboy Charters โ€“ 18' Shallow Sport
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Chris H.
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 Trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Fishing Trip SEASON on February 26, 2025
Captain Slade was a great guy with knowledge of the area. We caught enough fish to have a good meal at the Rod and Gun Club,...
Chris H. recommends Waterboy Charters โ€“ 18' Shallow Sport
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Liz H.
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Fantastic trip!!!!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Fishing Trip SEASON on February 27, 2025
We caught 81 fish, yes 81!ย  Awesome day. A large variety of fish. We had a great time and Slade was a wonderful guide snd...
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