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Pricing Matrix

	6 Hours	4 Hours
2 People	$525.00	$400.00
1 Person	$525.00	$400.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

About Your Trip

When you show up to meet Captain Rich he will buzz you in through a private gate. Behind which his boat will be in the canal locked and loaded ready to go fish some of the most exclusive water on the Forgotten Coast.

Accompanied only by an occasional kayaker, Captain Rich will stalk out through the Canal to explore 1600 acres of private, pristine, and fish socked Mangrove heaven. This Mangrove forest spindles into hundreds of fingers and tucked away flats before opening out in the Gulf of Mexico. With such little pressure, the fish are almost untouched.

So come spend the day fishing some of the most exclusive and pristine mangrove forests on the West Coast of Florida. Armed with a top-of-the-line spinning rod and the industry's best artificial lures Captain Rich will show you how to hook into snook, redfish, speckled trout, and jacks. If a flyrod is more your flavor Captain Rich would love nothing more than to guide you into your next personal best. So whether you're a first-time fisherman or a professional Captain Rich is a master at catching fish both, and will even take the time to teach you how to throw a fly around!

Whether you want to pick up the fly rod or on the spinning rod you will be spending most of your time hitting the numerous pot holes that are absolutely littered with fish or staking out on a sand bar waiting for big fish to swim by. Fishing license, tackle, bait, and a cooler supplied with ice will all be supplied. When you book with Captain Rich, you will be fishing on his 2018 Blue Wave 1900 STL tunnel hull, powered by a Suzuki 145 DF.

Captain Rich is extremely adept at catching fish, but he specializes in showing his clients an awesome time out on the water. As a retired Firefighter/Paramedic/Rescue Diver, Captain Rich also runs special trips for first responders and military veterans. Give us a call for details.

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is included in this trip.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 3 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Guide

Captain Rich

Independent Guide

About Your Guide

Captain Rich

Independent Guide

Growing up in New England, fishing and the outdoors were not only a passion but an obsession for Captain Rich. He was invited to be a member of the famous Rod Jockeys fishing club (a sanctioned B.A.S.S. club). Through this club, he started to qualify for B.A.S.S. tournaments that led him to The American Bass Anglers circuit (needless to say, he was hooked!). During the long New England winters, he would spend Sunday mornings watching my fishing idol, Mr. Flip Pallot. With his poetic tone, he would throw a lure to the mangroves in some remote area of Florida, and he would fantasize about someday fishing those tropical waters.

Now he's in some of the most famous sportfishing waters in the world.

Rich worked in public safety for over 25 years as a full-time Firefighter/Paramedic/Rescue Diver. Captain Rich has dive certifications through P.A.D.I. (Advanced Open Water) and Dive Rescue International as a dive medic. Whether its Bass fishing on Lake Tarpon or flats/inshore fishing for Snook, Redfish, or just enjoying the pristine mangrove forest and wildlife abound, Captain Rich has is your one-stop shop for fun an unforgettable trip to the Forgotten Coast!

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Start Location

17120 Old Dixie Hwy, Hudson, FL, USA

Areas Fished

Crystal River

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Blue Wave
Year Built: 2018
Boat Length: 23'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Blue Wave
Year Built: 2018
Boat Length: 23'
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 140
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: Trolling Motor, Powerpoll, Ipilot, Humingbird GPS

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is included in this trip.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 3 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Potential Target Species

Barracuda
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Snook
Speckled Trout
Tarpon

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Fly Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing

Packing / Extras

Snacks and Drinks, Weather Appropriate Gear, Sun Protection, Camera, Cooler to take home catch. No black soled shoes & no spray sunscreen. Rods, Reels, Tackle, Bait, Ice, Water, Fishing Licenses included.

You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 3 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account.

If the weather doesn’t cooperate you’ll be covered by our 100% weather guarantee and you won’t lose your deposit.

First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is the home of over 1500 Damn Good fishing and hunting guides. Our mission is to unlock the outdoors for everyone, and we want to help you get out there through our no-hassle online booking experience and our team of outdoors experts.

We vet our guides to make sure they are the best of the best. We want guides who not only put you on 'em, but show you a great time, keep you safe, and give you a memorable experience with your group.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a credit for the full deposit of the trip to be used on any of our trips across the country. Your safety is our top concern.

Each trip’s price is set by the guide and factors in all of their costs. A big determinant of cost is often the type of boat and associated fuel costs, but other guide costs include leases, marina / slip fees, bait costs, and the cost to provide and maintain all of the gear you’ll need on your trip.

Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our team is always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!