Fishing charters

Rippin Line Charters

Captain Anthony Vargas

Captain Anthony Vargas has been fishing since he was a young boy in Florida. As a former NASA Space Program recovery ship team member, Captain Anthony Vargas has taken his love and respect of the waters and has made it his lifelong career. His passion and the desire to get other people out on the water lead him to become a charter captain. Whether you are an experienced angler or a family who wants to spend the day exploring the waters of the Florida Keys, Captain Anthony has got you covered! So come join him in exploring the inshore and nearshore waters, Gulf wrecks, as well as the Everglades National Park. From catching Tarpon under the bridges that connect the Florida Keys to catching snook and other inshore species of the Everglades, Anthony is ready to make your day out on the water a memorable one.

"Let us help you plan your trip! Enjoy a stay at Hawks Cay Resort and your fishing adventure will be just steps from your door."

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OUR SPECIALTIES

Tarpon

fishing

back country/flats fishing

Common from 40 to 50 pounds, big fish of 100 to 150 pounds aren't uncommon in our waters. Recent Florida record 243 pounds. Best February through June. Renowned for their challenging fight and jump.

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Snook

fishing

back country/flats fishing

Snook fishing is a Florida Keys specialty. Most catches are 3 to 15 lbs, 16 to 30-pounders are also common. The current Florida record is 45.75 pounds. Snook fishing is best in spring and summer.

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Bonefish

fishing

back country/flats fishing

Common from three to five pounds, the current Florida record bonefish was 16.19 lbs caught locally in Islamorada. Bonefish season is March through October, best August through October.

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