I contacted Captain Phil the day for our trip and he mentioned that he might be able to get us on some tarpon the next morning. Captain Phil and his first mate Tim were able to get us on four monster tarpon early the next morning. Unfortunately not made it to the boat (not the fault of Captain Phil or Tim), but got to experience the thrill of hooking one and seeing them jump. Caught enough sheepshead to feed six people that evening, a few mangrove snapper, and a few crevalle jacks. A great experience for all and would definitely do it again.

Great time! Really gave it their all to make sure we had fun and caught some fish! Would do it again!

First time fishing the backwaters.  Went with my son & I for some good father/son time.  Captain and 1st Mate were very nice and spent a little extra time teaching my son & I a few tricks of the trade.  Also, very welcoming to my son letting him have free reign of the boat.  I know he enjoyed that.  Originally booked 6 hour in-shore; but weather turned it into 4-1/2 hour but certainly not anyone’s fault. Spent some time early in the morning catching live bait, wished that this was done beforehand so we could maximize out time fishing, but my son was included on bait-fishing and he seemed to enjoy that experience as well so it was fine.  In the future, I would definitely prefer all live bait necessary be caught and available before heading out on the boat.  Caught a sheephead, a couple Tarpon, & lots of Jack.  Unfortunately no keepers and was hoping for lunch; more snapper and less Jack but maybe next time. 

I only gave Capt. Phil 1 day notice and he really attempted to accommodate request; so I appreciate and understand.  The next time, I will try and give him more of a heads-up and be a bit flexible on the dates, so he can help guide us on the best day to go relative to the tides, etc.  Definitely want to bring some fish home for lunch next time and stay out longer fishing that cause.  Thank you.