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Fishing Information

 

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Snorkeling Information

 

 

From the Waters  

Night fishing on the Capt. Michael has been really good for the month of May.  When the conditions were right we are able to fish wrecks and bridge rubble in depths of 90 to 100 feet of water for Flag Yellowtail, Lane Snapper, Almaco Jacks and even a 20 Cubera snapper. 

When it's a little rough we fish patches for nice Mangroves ranging from 1 - 4 lbs, keeper Yellowtails and Red Groupers.  The Pilchards have been thick so we have been able to get live bait for two 12 lb Muttons on the patches as well.  As we move on to the summer month's night fishing is only going to get better and we are all looking forward to the Mangrove spawning.

 

Dolphin fishing remains good, lots of larger school size fish are moving through.  We have been averaging 1 or 2 larger fish as well.  However, the "slammer dolphin" has been slow to show, but that will change any day.

 

There has been a sprinkling of white and blue marlin and daytime dropping for Swordfish has been good.

Recent Reviews  

 

"Islamorada Lady II with Capt. Ron and His Mate" 

Reviewed May 26, 2011 - NEW

 

 

To get an early start on the day requires a good night sleep. We arrived at Robbie's of Islamorada to our charter with the Islamorada Lady II with her Captain Ron and First Mate Kevin. Our party consisted of two other couples that totaled six. Leaving port at 7am, we had our fully rigged lines in the water by 8:00 or 8:30. The morning was absolutely beautiful with the rising sun and cool

breeze. Shortly there after we were reeling in Mahi-Mahi at a

steady pace for about an hour before the school moved and we set chase. Within a short time, the reels snapped to, as the school was found for another furious hour of controlled chaos. The Mate Kevin kept the hooks baited and Captain Ron kept us on course. Our trip was fruitful and the meals aplenty. The catch was quite bountiful.

 

The skill and speed at which the team of the Islamorada Lady II kept our party in the thick of the sport is unsurpassed. The crews pride and professionalism is a great tribute to the legend of the Florida Keys, and I highly recommend this team and the staff at Robbie's of Islamorada as a focal point of your Florida Keys Vacation.

 

Visited May 2011

 

Captain Izzy Dontatiello

 

Hi Izzy. Just wanted to thank you for the wonderful tarpon fishing trip on May 20th. That is the biggest tarpon, actually the biggest fish of any species I ever caught. It was the catch of a lifetime. As usual, you were able to hook us up with some outstanding fishing. Can't wait to get back soon and do it again. Mike and Teresa Grable, Yukon Oklahoma. You are the best fishing Capt in the FL Keys

Your Lobster Dinner Awaits    

Fresh Florida lobsters caught yourself taste so much better than the ones caught in the grocery isle at the Winn Dixie. Mini season is coming and with it the chance to enjoy one of my favorite bounties of the Florida Keys waters Florida lobsters. Lobster Mini Season Dates this year July 27, 28.

 

Lobster season in the Florida Keys is a ritual for many people. Summertime means warm water and warm water means diving for bugs.

 

People come from all over the country to partake in this yearly event. The majority come from Florida. This is a two-day event. It begins one hour before sunrise and ends one hour after sunset each of the two days. No night diving. Don't forget to get your stamp on the salt water fishing license. This stamp will allow you to harvest 6 of these sweet crustaceans a day.    

The equipment you'll need for this is a dive flag, net, tickle stick, measuring device, a catch bag and a real tough pair of gloves. It goes without saying you'll need a mask, fins and snorkel. Now some folks do scuba dive for these bugs, but come on it's so easy to catch them, that's cheating.

 

Here are the boat rentals we offer. A security deposit can reserve one of these boats for you.  Gas and oil is in addition to the rental rate.

 

Length  # People    Type           HP    ½ day full day

18'   6 person       Wagner          60    $135  $185

18'   4 person       Wagner Skiff   90    $185  $235

18'   6 person       Angler            130   $185  $235

20'   8 person       Rendevouz      130   $185  $235

21'   8 person       Hurricane        115   $185  $235

21'   8 person       Oasis             130   $185  $235

 

So start making your plans now for this upcoming event and if you wish to rent one of our boats do so quickly as they book up very quickly, give us a call at 305-664-9814

 

Spiny Lobster Sport Season   

Season dates: July 27-28, 2011 (Last consecutive Wednesday and Thursday of July each year).

 

Bag limits: 6 per person per day for Monroe County and Biscayne National Park, and 12 per person per day for the rest of Florida.

 

Possession limit - on the water: equal to the daily bag limit

 

Possession limit - off the water: equal to the daily bag limit on the first day, and double the daily bag limit on the second day.

 

Possession limits are enforced on and off the water.

 

Minimum size limit: must be larger than 3" carapace, measured in the water.  A reminder that possession and use of a measuring device is required at all times, and night diving is prohibited in Monroe County (only during the sport season).

 

License requirements: A recreational saltwater license and a crawfish permit are needed for harvest.

 

Regular Spiny Lobster Season

 

Season dates: Aug. 6 - March 31

 

Bag limit: 6 per person per day

 

Possession limit - on the water: equal to the daily bag limit

 

Minimum size limit: must be larger than 3" carapace, measured in the water.  A reminder that possession and use of a measuring device is required at all times.

 

Prohibitions: Harvest of lobster is prohibited in John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park during the sport season.  Harvest is also prohibited during both the 2-day sport season and regular season in Everglades National Park, Dry Tortugas National Park, and no-take areas in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.

 

Call 305-852-7717 or visit http://floridakeys.noaa.gov for information about no take areas in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. Please call the FWC Marathon office at 305-289-2320, or check online for lobster harvesting regulations for Monroe County. Recreational trapping of lobster is prohibited.

 

 

Regardless of what species you are fishing for, bag limits are only for properly licensed individuals and those people exempt from license requirements who are actively harvesting. People harvesting may not exceed their individual bag limit and take someone else's bag limit. That is, people (including children) who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for purposes of bag limits.

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Junior Anglers Fish All Year for $25.00  

Junior Anglers Club Mission Statement:

 

To instill a lifelong love of sport fishing and conservation in young anglers from around the world and to promote futureconservations and environmental stewards. To ensure great fishing for generations to come, while fostering fun educational activities and lifelong friends around fishing.

 

Benefits are discussed in detail on our website. Also you may sign up to become the next Junior Angler on our website or calling (305)664-8070 for more information. Looking forward to fishing with you all!!

 

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