Captain
Mike Weinhofer

Member since November 2018 Stock Island, United States
Background
Capt. Mike comes from a family of anglers – he started fishing the waters around New Jersey at the age of 5, on board his dad's charter boat. They competed in tournaments together, and shared a true passion for angling. At the age of 7, he caught his very own Sailfish out of Islamorada, and told his dad that someday he would fish the Florida Keys for a living. How right he was! Over 28 years ago, Capt. Mike moved to Key West and started chartering his own light tackle boat. Soon after, he purchased a 52' custom-built vessel and began running offshore adventures. He decided that he preferred having a more personal relationship with his customers than this offered, so he returned to light tackle and sight fishing, his true love. He's developed his own style of angling that offers guests a truly hands-on experience – they hook their own fish, cast their own baits, and learn to tie knots on their own. The look on a customer's face when they reel in a fish is the best part!
Techniques
I like a hands on technique where people get to learn as they fish. It is supposed to be fun

Hey, I'm Captain Mike Weinhofer

Stock Island, United States
Background
Capt. Mike comes from a family of anglers – he started fishing the waters around New Jersey at the age of 5, on board his dad's charter boat. They competed in tournaments together, and shared a true passion for angling. At the age of 7, he caught his very own Sailfish out of Islamorada, and told his dad that someday he would fish the Florida Keys for a living. How right he was! Over 28 years ago, Capt. Mike moved to Key West and started chartering his own light tackle boat. Soon after, he purchased a 52' custom-built vessel and began running offshore adventures. He decided that he preferred having a more personal relationship with his customers than this offered, so he returned to light tackle and sight fishing, his true love. He's developed his own style of angling that offers guests a truly hands-on experience – they hook their own fish, cast their own baits, and learn to tie knots on their own. The look on a customer's face when they reel in a fish is the best part!
Techniques
I like a hands on technique where people get to learn as they fish. It is supposed to be fun

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(121 reviews)
Stock Island
 2 bookings in the past week.
Trips from US $1,850

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 121 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (143)
Absolutely phenomenal
Great day but few fish.
Great day but few fish.
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
87%
Friendly captain
91%
Recommend this charter
89%
Appropriate for children
88%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
83%
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Anthony M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome trip!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 9, 2025
Captain Mike and his crew were amazing. Really cool guys who know what theyโ€™re doing out on the water and knew the best spots...
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Zeke F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome Experience!!!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (AM) on June 30, 2024
Captain and crew were great.ย  The whole family caught fish and had a blast.ย  Captain and crew were very knowledgeable.ย ...
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Edward K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day but few fish.

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (AM) on March 20, 2025
The captain and crew were phenomenal but the fish didnโ€™t cooperate. I would very highly recommend them though.
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Roger L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (AM) on March 14, 2025
Captain and crew were super helpful. We caught lots of fish and everyone had a great time. Weโ€™re going again next week
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Philip M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing Captain and Crew

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 16, 2024
Captain Mike, Chase and Cole were the best. They worked hard to make sure we came home with fish. Afterwards they recommend...
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