What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Key West, Florida for the first time?

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Melissa Schneider
Cut And Shoot, TX
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Went fishing with Fishizzle Sportfishing Charters 30' on July 10, 2023
If it’s your first time, just go out and enjoy being on the water and the experience.

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Rob Moore
Riviera Beach, FL
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Went fishing with Capt. David Lamb – Chasin' Tails on July 3, 2023
Pack some sunscreen, a big hat, and drink lots of fluids…it’s hot as hell out there!

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David Zinser
Amana, IA
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Went fishing with Cora Beth Fishing on July 5, 2023
Be prepared for being on the water, seek out a reputable Captain like Cory and the Cora Beth boat

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Tyler Nelson
Howell, MI
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Went fishing with Capt. Conch Charters - Stella Blue on July 3, 2023
It’s super hot in the sun but there is still plenty of action for catching fish

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Mike Raines
Charlotte, NC
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Went fishing with Too Lethal Charters on July 4, 2023
Know the seasons and your target fish! Have a conversation with the captain before booking!

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Kailey Knight
St. Petersburg, FL
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Went fishing with Boa Vida Charters – Jazmine on June 15, 2023
A little hotter in June but that’s to be expected, skip the spray sun screen use UV shirts.

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Michael Spivey
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Went fishing with Fishizzle Sportfishing Charters 30' on May 31, 2023
Had an amazing experience and caught a boatload of fish! Highlight of our trip to the Keys.

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Parvlakis Mundum
Westlake, FL
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Went fishing with Fish Key West - The Coolcast on May 4, 2023
It's very exciting and challenging. If you are a fisherman you know what I mean? ?

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Bill Gault
Vero Beach, FL
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Went fishing with Purple Heron Charters on May 6, 2023
I have been fishing the lower Florida keys for over 20 years an Key West is my favorite

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Kris Kushwara
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Went fishing with Southpaw Fishing Charters on April 14, 2023
Anglers should check with various charters and pick who fits their fishing style best.

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Jody Schroeder
Lemoyne, NE
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Went fishing with Easy Does It on March 17, 2023
Make sure that you verify what the “bathroom” situation is. But, Great Captain, Great Day!

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Charles A Arnold
Brentwood, TN
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Went fishing with Sea Major Fishing – Key West on March 12, 2023
Go with a center console boat. You may have to move often to find your targets.

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Marshall Kendrick
Black Creek, GA
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Went fishing with Cowboy Charters – Cowboy Since 1965 on February 28, 2023
Dont expect to catch a trophy fish on your first trip just try to have fun and the fish will come.

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Keith Kremer
Windham, NH
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Went fishing with Dauntless Reef Fishing, Snorkel & Combo Trips on February 27, 2023
We're coming and using captain Janice very accommodating She has experience for all skill levels

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Shelby Elswick
Johnson City, TN
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Went fishing with Hillbilly Hookers Charters on February 21, 2023
Amazing! Cannot wait to do it again!!! Nothing like fishing the crystal clear waters…

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Timothy Short
Hopewell Junction, NY
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Went fishing with Outta Line Charters on January 5, 2023
Make sure you bring hat, sunblock, polarized sunglasses, snacks and your own beer if you want.

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Peter Bodine
Santa Clara, California
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Went fishing with Fishizzle Sportfishing Charters on December 28, 2022
Check the weather forecast as it can be somewhat unpredictable in the winter months.

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Kelvin Brantley
McDonough, GA
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Went fishing with Cora Beth Fishing on June 18, 2022
Bring plenty of water and sunscreen. Be ready to work cause they were bitting in June.

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Donald Poole
Rifle, CO
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Went fishing with Blue Dream Charters on February 11, 2022
If you are fishing in February plan on the temperature being cooler and possibly very windy.

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Christian Cruz
Orange Park, FL
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Went fishing with Fishizzle Sportfishing Charters 30' on July 12, 2021
Hire the Charters. They will put you on the fish. Inshore-Offshore it doesn’t matter.

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Patrick Martino
Church Hill, MD
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Went fishing with Good Times Key West – 19' on May 4, 2021
Be open minded about what you catch. Don’t limit yourself to a particular species of fish.

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Asterios Houtas
Miami, FL
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Went fishing with Reel A Salt on June 26, 2020
The weather was amazing and fishing the back country was amazing! Highly recommend.

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Michael Oehlrich
Lehigh Acres, FL
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Went fishing with Sea-Clusion Charter Boat on August 19, 2019
Research the boat and captain thoroughly and ensure you get the captain you paid for..

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Stephen Thigpen
Austin, TX
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Went fishing with Fish Key West - The Coolcast on August 1, 2019
You are lucky if you get Josh as your captain. Top notch professional and a good person to know

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Scott Hudson
New Smyrna Beach, FL
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Went fishing with Cowboy Cowgirl Charters – Irish Cowboy on July 20, 2019
the only thing I can say is book the right charter.....cowboy sportfishing charters

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Mike Bedell
Atlanta, Georgia
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Went fishing with Easy Does It on July 5, 2019
Get a cool Captain who knows the spots (Captain Chris for instance with Reel Easy).

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Gary Harjo
Orlando, FL
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Went fishing with Fish Key West – The Coolwater II on June 27, 2019
With first timers or children fish nearshore reefs to get the most out of your experience.

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Kimberly Reagan
Miami, FL
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Went fishing with Corsair 2 Sportfishing – Key West on June 21, 2019
Bring plenty of sunscreen! It was hot!!! And if the Corsair 2 in available, book it!!

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Robert Schrot
Valrico, FL
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Went fishing with Fish Key West - The Coolcast on June 17, 2019
Come prepared for changeable weather conditions and choose your Charter/Captain wisely.

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Eddie Jones
Bixby, OK
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Went fishing with Reel Smoker on May 31, 2019
Reel Easy Charters will put you on Fish. Enjoy the whole experience of Key West.