What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Fort Lauderdale, Florida for the first time?

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Be prepared for some weather changes. You will most likely be within 3 miles of shore unless you take a special purpose trip. Our trip was only about a mile out and the water color was perfect. Blue and clear.

Put some sunscreen and bathing suit as it can get warm and if you are seasick, start taking some pills the night before your trip as it help you enjoy your day. Bring a pair a running shoes not to slip and don’t forget your sunglasses and drinks.

Take the night boat. Bring some snacks, water and beer for the trip. Also stop in a bait n tackle shop and grab a jig or two. Seems like the guys on the back of the boat worked a jig and had really good luck.

Clarify your experience level with both the captain & mate on the boat you go out on. This information was explained to Captain Taco but he wasn't the captain we had. We had basically 2 rods for 6 people & would have enjoyed more if we each had our own.

Check to see if the pier is completely open. The best half is under construction as of march 12, 2018, and has been since October 2017. I would have enjoyed it more if is was fully operational. It was crowded and they did not have any live bait. The frozen shrimp just fall apart. The rod and reals were not very good but we made use of them.

Go with Captain Mike. He can’t make the fish appear but sure will find them if they are there. I’ve fished all over the world so keep in mind, it’s “fishing” not “catching”. We choose to have fun regardless of the appetite of the fish. Good times!!!

If you're not used to deep ocean trolling find a good crew, and be sure you book a boat with a cabin for shelter, it's the beginning of tropical depressions season. The fish don't care about the rain, but you might.

To "Catch My Drift" and come ready to fish. Thanks captain and crew you did a great job you deliver as promised you cannot control the weather overall we really did enjoy ourselves for first timers we will be back

If you want to do some serious fishing then I’d recommend an all day trip and talk to the captains before hand to find out when the best time of the year is.

Try out the shorter fishing trip first and progress to more experienced one if you wish

Yes. The captain provides everything you'll need in terms of gear. Bring your food and beverage, camera and sunscreen along with hat and sunglasses. Have fun!

All depends on the weather on any sea going charter if your not prone to sea sickness no worries but if you are as my son is, I highly recommend Dramamine.to curb any issues.

Check your fishing captain and crews back ground. Even if you don’t catch fish you want to have a good time.

Calm summer days can be hot so cover up. Plenty of species to target, just let Capt know what you would like. He should have to latest information and be prepared to change target species.

First time anglers as procrastination if doctor approves Dramamine. Because even in calm waters the ocean can be a challenge

If you are into fishing, make sure you get clearance with the captain so you can do more than reel the fucking line in.

Find out what is migratory and what is biting during the time you are there. Target the bite.

Go to the charter company called Fishing Headquarters if you want big time deep sea fishing

try it you will love it the night fishing was great and great skyline of fort lauderdale

Apply lots of sunscreen and stay hydrated. The crew will help you with everything else.

Be ready for an active fishing experience we were busy the whole time catching fish.

Bring food and drinks, and prepare for the sun. There is enough space on the ship, so feel free to pack a full cooler

Didnt catch any fish, read reports talk with local sport shops not charter captains. Captains want your cash. Fish or not, Sports shops want you to want to fish.

Listen to the crew. They know what they are doing. Their advice helped me catch 2 of my 3 snappers.

Good experience, good way to find out how you will feel about fishing the ocean before going deep. I recommend you to try drift fishing before going way out.

Seek out a boat that you can have fun on and a captain who cares as much about his passengers and what they catch as he does about safety.

Research the hot spots. We chose our trip simply for convenience to our accommodations. I am not sure Ft Lauderdale is the best water at this time of year.

There are many species in this amazing fishery. Be open to what the day offers and you will have an incredible experience.

The weather can be hit or miss but is always better than what we have in Denver in February. Booking the right fishing charter is the key to a successful trip.