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Islamorada Fishing Charters and Tarpon Fishing

Member since January 2023 Islamorada, United States
Background
Capt. Richard Stanczyk is the owner and operator of Islamorada Fishing Charters and Tarpon Fishing. He has a team of young talented guides who he has been training and who are running trips with him. Capt. Trentin Leary is running his 20’ Seacraft. He recently got his captain’s license in 2022 and has been fishing offshore as a mate for several years. His love & passion for fishing has pushed him to want to run his own boat which he now has the opportunity. Come book a day with Capt. Trentin to experience all the Florida Keys backcountry has to offer.
Techniques
Inshore fishing mostly using live bait

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Islamorada, United States
Background
Capt. Richard Stanczyk is the owner and operator of Islamorada Fishing Charters and Tarpon Fishing. He has a team of young talented guides who he has been training and who are running trips with him. Capt. Trentin Leary is running his 20’ Seacraft. He recently got his captain’s license in 2022 and has been fishing offshore as a mate for several years. His love & passion for fishing has pushed him to want to run his own boat which he now has the opportunity. Come book a day with Capt. Trentin to experience all the Florida Keys backcountry has to offer.
Techniques
Inshore fishing mostly using live bait
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
(118 reviews)
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Islamorada
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Fishing Reports

January winter time fishing Islamorada
January winter time fishing Islamorada
Jan 14, 2024 Islamorada
January is rollin' by and we've been getting out a bit catching some fish! It's not been super busy which often is the case... we always have a busy christmas week then sometimes a few days after New Years, and then season really starts rocking again in mid February. But i've been getting out a few days a week and been having some fun. I had my buddy Kyle out the other day. Weather was a little iffy we've had some rain in between the cold fronts which is unusual for January but nothing surprises you with the weather these days. Though not enough to keep us from having a good time most days. The reef fishing was really good lots of snappers including keeper mutton snapper which is my favorite to eat! We had some cero mackerels mixed in on the patch reefs which are always a winter time favorite on the atlantic side. Got a nice goliath under one of the bridges which was fun, been catching those fairly consistently for anyone who wants to try there hand at it. The mangrove snappers were nice and large too for us we had plenty for dinner. And can't forget about the nice blacktip shark for something bigger to pull on to! Tarpon fishing has been a little slower but that is to be expected in January, but the sharks are a good alternative for something large. You can expect tarpon fishing to get better in February but anytime it gets warmer in the 80s they'll start biting more. Hope to get you out there soon give me a shout and let's go fishing!
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 118 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (92)
Tarpon Fishing Dreams came true!!
Tarpon Fishing Dreams came true!!
Tarpon Fishing Dreams came true!!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
95%
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Ben P.
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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High Winds Great Trip

VERIFIED   Evening Tarpon Trip 4PM on April 29, 2024
Trent is a good dude that can find fish. It was super windy (15+kts) so Trent called me to game plan and set expectations....
Ben P. recommends Capt. Trentin Leary
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DANIEL W.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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An authentic fishing experience

VERIFIED   Seasonal Half Day Trip - 11:30 AM on March 7, 2024
If you are looking for a individualized,ย  personal and realistic fishing experience this is the Captain for you! Captain Trenton...
DANIEL W. recommends Capt. Trentin Leary
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Kieran W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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FISH ON

VERIFIED   Off Season 3/4 Day Trip (12 PM) on January 24, 2024
Very enjoyable day session with Trentin.ย  We specified we wanted to catch a shark and the capt. delivered for us.ย  3 nurse...
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Deven Y.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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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

VERIFIED   Seasonal Half Day Trip on February 21, 2024
Booked a half day charter with Trent. Told him we wanted to catch dinner and target whatever was hitting. Trent delivered....
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Dan W.
Hazelwood, MO
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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For something different...

VERIFIED   Off Season Half Day Trip (7 AM) on June 23, 2023
I have been on many charter fishing trips. This was different and fun. I found it interesting taking a few minutes to catch...
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