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What do I need to bring?All you need to bring is lunch and beverages for the day. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes that won't be slippery on the boat.
Remember on hot days on the water, you need more to drink than normal.
We supply the fishing tackle, bait and ice.
Back to TopHow do I pay?You can pay in cash, credit card, or check. A $300 deposit is required when you book. It is appropriate to tip the mate for his efforts to make your trip a success! The typical tip is a percentage of the trip.... similar to the tip in a restaurant - 15% - 20%.
Back to TopWhat if I have to cancel?All trips are "weather permitting." The captain will not jeopardize your safety or comfort! If we cancel because of weather, your deposit will be refunded or we'll try to schedule you another time. If you cancel within a week of the trip, you will lose your $300 deposit unless we are able to find another charter for that day. Often we do have a waiting list of folks waiting for an opening. Always call the captain if you have any scheduling concerns. He'll do everything he can to accomodate your needs.
Back to TopWhat about the fish? Can we keep them?There is no better meal than some of the fish you'll catch! Many of the local restaurants will cook your catch for you.... and they do a superb job. The Hungry Tarpon, right at Robbies Marina has fabulous ways to prepare your catch! So can you keep your catch? For the most part, you catch them. We clean them. You keep them! If you catch more than you need, your crew would love to keep your excess fish. It helps keep our charter rates as affordable as possible even when we have to pay sky high prices for gas!
All billfish are released, along with tarpon. Though there will be opportunities to get some great photos to remind you of the fish you released! There are limits on some species, both size and quantity. Some fish are off limit during certain times of the year and must be released.
Back to TopHow long will we be out on the water?We usually leave the dock at 7:30 a.m. Fishing is often the best early in the morning. And we may want to catch some live bait first... an experience in itself, you don't want to miss. For half day charters, times vary depending on the boat's schedule and your wishes. But no matter what, it is your trip and we'll accomodate your needs as best we can!
Back to TopWhat about the weather?Weather in the Keys differs greatly from the weather elsewhere on the weather map! Clouds rarely collect over the Keys as it does over the larger land masses. Rainstorms are usually brief and we can almost always find a way to avoid them out on the water. Wind can be another issue! The captain will be in touch with you if your charter plans need to be changed. Remember, the fishing can be great when the weather isn't! Check our weather links to see radar and weather maps. If the weather is bad.. your safety and comfort always come first! The captain will make sure of that.
Back to TopWhat equipment is on the Contagious?The Contagious is a 33' World Cat.... an open fisherman that glides smoothly through the water, even on bumpy days. Powered by twin 250 HP Yamaha 4 stroke engines.
The Contagious has all the latest electronics: an EPIRG (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons), 2 GPSs, 2 depth finders, VHS, autopilot.
Equipped for the best fishing.... a great live well set up for bait, a tower for better fish spotting, dual controls; fresh and saltwater washdown.
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