Southeast Adventures

Also locally called speckled perch or “specks” and considered as the preferred of the “perch jerkers” or crappie fisherman that chase them. These swift striking fish fall for an assortment of lures – everything from small spinners and jigs to live minnows. They gather together in large schools and once sited, provide the angler with plenty of battle and a wonderful fish fry.

Without hesitation the most desired after game fish is the Florida largemouth bass. Whether fishing in a contemporary bass boat or from the bank, the Florida largemouth bass is the key target of the bulk of anglers. Loads of these lure busting monsters in the 10-12 pound array are taken each year in native waters.

Camera, cap, RAIN GEAR, sun screen and further such things. A medium – heavy action rod with 20lb. test braided line and a little tackle box is all that is required for artificial lure fishing.

Winter’s common day temperature is 75 degrees, however nights and mornings are cool to cold so please be sure to bring some warm clothing Late spring and early fall days are in the 80’s. Rainfall throughout the winter, early spring and late fall is slim. Summer days vary from 80-90 degrees and brief afternoon showers are ordinary as well as in the late spring and early fall. Guides fish under all weather circumstances; though if bad weather moves in the decision to leave is up to the guide. Hopefully inclement weather does not interfere with your booked fishing tip. We do not present refunds or rain checks in the occurrence a party is unable to fish.

Your first 4 hour half day fishing is during the afternoon from noon to 4 pm. After fishing you would check in and reside the night free of charge. The second 4 hour half day fishing is the following morning from 6:30 am to 10:30 am. Three dozen shiners will be included for each session.

Rates for half day are $75 for 1 person, $150 for 2 people with a $75 deposit fee and $200 for three people with a $100 deposit free required. Fishing excursions are either 6:30 to 10:30 am or noon to 4:00 pm.

Things not included are fishing license, beverages, food, ice and gratuities for your guide.

We must put your safety above anything else, although catching fish is your major reason for our services. During any boat speeds over 15 mph, all persons must wear a securely fastened life vest, which will be supplied. No firearms may be brought aboard by the client. Alcohol may be brought aboard by the client, but drunkenness will not be stood for. Decisions by Captain Roy involving any onboard safety matters or movement from an area for safety measures are non-arguable. Please feel free to talk about any safety concerns with Captain Roy.

Captain Roy is tremendously conservation minded and urges clients to keep only trophy bass and or what he or she will eat and release the rest. Captain Roy will clean your limit of fish and if you would like to have your trophy fish mounted, taxidermy services are obtainable locally.

Freshwater Fishing Rules

FISHING LICENSE FEES

Licensing requirements follow the species of fish you are fishing for, regardless of where you are fishing. For example, anglers fishing for and possessing largemouth bass in brackish water need a freshwater license; anglers fishing for saltwater species in fresh water (e.g., spotted seatrout, red drum, snook, American shad) need a saltwater license to possess these species if fishing from a boat.

Resident: For the purpose of fishing in Florida, a person is a resident if he or she has lived in Florida for six continuous months prior to applying for licenses and claims Florida as his or her primary residence. Active military personnel stationed in Florida, including their spouses and dependent children residing in the household, are considered residents when purchasing fishing licenses.

Resident 12-Month Freshwater Fishing (Valid for 12 months from specified beginning date) ........................................$13.50

Resident Freshwater Fishing/Hunting Combination (Valid 12 months from specified beginning date.............................$23.50

Resident Freshwater/Saltwater Combination (Valid 12 months from specified beginning date)............................$25.50

Resident Freshwater/Saltwater/Hunting Combination (Valid 12 months from specified beginning date)...............$35.50

64 or Older Hunting and Fishing: includes Freshwater Fishing and Hunting licenses; and Type I Wildlife Management Area, Archery, Muzzleloading Gun and Turkey permits.......................................$13.50

Sportsman’s License: includes Hunting, Freshwater Fishing and permits for Wildlife Management Area, Archery, Muzzleloading Gun,Turkey and Florida Waterfowl (Valid 12 months from specified beginning date)...$67.50

Gold Sportsman’s License: Includes all licenses and permits in the Sportsman’s License plus saltwater fishing, Crawfish and Snook permits.......................................$83.50

Nonresident: 7-Day Freshwater Fishing (Valid for seven consecutive days from specified beginning date).........................................$16.50

12-Month Freshwater Fishing (Valid for 12 months from specified beginning date) ................................................$31.50

Licenses may be purchased from county tax collectors or their subagents, who are generally located at tackle shops, fish camps and sporting goods stores. In addition to license and stamp fees listed above, subagents are entitled to an additional 50 cents. License fees are set by the Florida Legislature and are subject to change.