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Call to Book: 352-317-4100
CaptainDonHeard@gmail.com
Call to Book: 352-317-4100
Florida Fins Fishing
Crystal River Florida Fishing Charters & scalloping trips
352-317-4100
Are you Interested in a Fishing Charter, a Scalloping Charter, or an Eco Tour? Check out our information below to book a trip with us!
Feed Tarpon at Our Dock!
KID-FRIENDLY Fishing Charters
FISHING CHARTERS
Rates
FISHING CHARTERS
1 to 2 Guests $500
3 to 4 Guests $600
5 to 6 Guests $700
SHARK FISHING
1 to 4 Guests $750
SCALLOPING CHARTERS
1 to 4 Guests $450
5 to 6 Guests $550
INSHORE FISHING CHARTERS
During an Inshore Fishing Charter We May Fish The Backcountry Mangrove Creeks, Crystal Clear Grass Flats, Or Near Rocky Shell Bars. Targeting Redfish, Trout, Snook and Many More Species of Fish!
*Private Charters
*Vessel carries up to 6 passengers
*Multiple Boat Corporate or Large Group Capability
OFFSHORE FISHING CHARTER
During an Offshore Charter Fishing Trip We Fish in Florida State Waters on Natural and Artificial Reef. We Target seasonal shallow water grouper, goliath grouper, cobia, mackerel, snapper, sheepshead and more!
SHARK FISHING CHARTERS
We Target the Big Sharks! Tiger Sharks. Hammer Head Sharks, Bull Sharks, Black Tip Sharks, and more!
Cash and Credit Cards Accepted
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Fishing and Scalloping Charters
6 hours 8am - 2pm
Up to 6 people per boat
Large Group Multi Boat Capability
Corporate Trips
Crystal River Florida Fishing Charters guide boat is a 24ft Hanson tower boat. Hanson boats are custom built for the gulf coast. With a 10ft beam its absolutely huge inside for comfort and stability! It has a shallow draft for back country fishing and flats fishing charters. The modified v hull design and spray rails make the ride dry and comfortable!
Eco Tours
Private Manatee Tour
2 1/2 hours
Up to 6 people
See Manatee and Fresh Water Habitat
Mangrove Eco Tour
2 1/2 hours
Up to 6 people
See Dolphins and Saltwater Habitat
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DEPOSIT/ CANCELLATIONS:
A DEPOSIT MAY BE REQUIRED UPON BOOKING TO RESERVE YOUR REQUESTED DAYS. IF YOU CANCEL YOUR TRIP WITHIN 7 DAYS OF YOUR SCHEDULED CHARTER, YOUR DEPOSIT MAY BE FORFEITED. IF YOUR CHARTER IS CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER OR MECHANICAL ISSUES, YOU WILL HAVE THE OPTION TO RECEIVE A FULL REFUND OF YOUR DEPOSIT OR BE REBOOKED FOR THE NEXT AVAILABLE OPENING.
**Florida Fins Charters LLC is an Established, Fully Licensed, and Insured Company!
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Fish We Catch
Snook
Snook are ambush predators often found in the bay and mangroves. They are fun to catch and put up an awesome fight.
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Redfish
Redfish, also known as red drum, channel bass, puppy drum, and spottail bass. They can be caught on a variety of natural and artificial bait. Live bait such as live shrimp, mud minnows, or small baitfish like mullet are great for tarketing redfish.
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Speckled Sea Trout
Speckled Trout are the most commonly targeted species in the grass flats. They have a dark gray or green back with a fading silvery or white belly. Black spots on their back extend to their dorsal fins and tail. They can get up to 30" (10lbs). Their habitat is in coastal waters over sandy bottoms or seagrass beds. They are great eating and fun to catch!
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Gag Grouper
Gag grouper can be found in coastal waters near structure such as rocky bottoms, reefs, wrecks and ledges. Juveniles can be found in estuaries and seagrass beds. They feed on other fish and vertebrae. Grouper are extremely hard fighting fish and they are delicious!
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Shark Fishing
These toothie critters are a blast to catch! Being sharks are the ocean's apex predator, one might consider them the ultimate battle with a rod and reel. Some species we commonly catch are Hammerheads, Tiger Sharks, Black Tips and Bull Sharks. Ask us about our shark fishing trips!
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Sheepshead
This fish is fun to catch! Sometimes called the convict fish, with five or six dark bars on the side of the body over a gray background. It has very unique teeth! We target them in late winter and spring.
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Spanish Mackerel
This fish is bluish-green with fading silvery sides and golden-yellow spots. They get up to 36". Mackerel can be found inshore as well as offshore over grass beds and reefs.
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Cobia
These fish are very strong aggressive
fighters! They are often mistaken as sharks.
Cobia like to hang out around structure
and can often be seen swimming near
the surface!
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What to Bring
Rain Gear (if Needed)
Lunch/Snacks
Hat
Non-marking soled Shoes
Polarized Glasses
Sunscreen (Lotion Not Spray On)
Drinks (other than Water)
Camera
Small Cooler (for your fish to take home)
sea-sick pills (if necessary)
What the Captain Provides
All Fishing Gear
Water Bottles
Cooler
Ice
Fishing License
Tackle
Rods
Reels
Bait
Good Times
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Information to book
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to buy a fishing license?
The Captain will provide a license for everyone on board the boat.
How do I pay?
Reservations may require a deposit. We accept cash or credit card. Call or Text Captain Don at 352-317-4100
How many people can come on the charter?
Our boat accommodates up to 6 people.
Are food and beverages included?
You are responsible for your own food. The captain will supply water for all on board. If you desire any other beverages bring them in a small cooler.
Is fishing gear provided?
The Captain provides all fishing gear. If you have a favorite fishing rod and reel, feel free to bring it.
How many hours are the fishing charters?
A fishing charter 4-6 hours.
Is there a bathroom on the boat?
Yes, we have a portable toilet, its a 5gal bucket with a toilet seat lid.
About Captain Don Heard
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Captain Don Heard is a Florida native fishing guide since 1999 and has a lifetime of experience fishing Florida's nature coast. Capt Dons earliest childhood memories are fishing with his grandparents!
Capt Don Heard worked on commercial fishing boats and earned his sea time to qualify for his United States Coast Guard Captains License.
Capt Don Heard is a Scuba Dive Master and EMT with over 20 years experience as a captain to insure you have a safe and fun adventure on the water!
*USCG LICENSED CAPTAIN
*DIVE MASTER
*EMT
**Florida Fins Charters LLC Fully Licensed and Insured
Thank you for your interest in Crystal River Florida Fishing Charters
Florida Fins Fishing
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1sw 1st Place Crystal River Fl 34429
Local Information
Places to Stay
Best Western
614 US-19, Crystal River, FL 34429
352-795-3171
https://bit.ly/34QfEUf
Plantation on Crystal River
9301 W Fort Island Trail, Crystal River, FL 34429
352-795-4211
https://www.plantationoncrystalriver.com
Port Hotel & Marina
1610 SE Paradise Circle
Crystal River, FL 34429
352-795-3111
King's Bay Lodge
506 NW 1st Ave, Crystal River, FL 32449
352-795-2850
http://www.kingsbaylodgefla.com
Days Inn
2380 Northwest Highway 19, Crystal River, FL 34429
800-329-1073
https://bit.ly/2PQvIks
Hampton Inn
1103 North Suncoast Blvd, Crystal River, FL 34429
352-564-6464
https://www.plantationoncrystalriver.com
Holiday Inn Express
1203 NE 5th Street , Crystal River, Florida 34429
352-563-1111
https://www.hiexpress.com/hotels/us/en/crystal-river/crtfl/hoteldetail
Things to Do.....
Restaurants
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