Fishing Reports by Capt. Eric Evans

World Boat Races and Wintertime Fishing - Fantasy Fest and the crowds have left Key West, and the water activities are coming. The World Championship Boat Races will be in town from Nov 6 to 10th! Always a good time to watch these drivers run the course in the main harbor from the water or more...
Capt. Eric Evans - Key West

Summer Heat has Arrived - Summer Special Alert! 20% off your second trip (pathfinder or yellowfin) if you book before October! Summer Heat has arrived, and the fishing has actually been more consistent. July August and September are usually our slowest time. The heat, scho more...
Capt. Eric Evans - Key West

One Word for Fishing in Key West – Action! - It has been a while since my last report. The year started well with a tuna run that reminded me of 10 years ago. The blackfin tuna were everywhere! Now that we are in April, we have seen lots of sails, more tunas, and the occasional Mahi have been more...
Capt. Eric Evans - Key West

The End of 2023 of Charter Fishing in Key West Florida - What a year it has been! Recapping this year, we have seen a lot of nice fish and have had many new anglers joining us. As the New Year approaches there are important dates to remember. January-April is known for the blackfin tuna, wahoo, sailfish, more...
Capt. Eric Evans - Key West

Unforgettable Adventures - Offshore Charter Fishing Experience! - Welcome Back Fishing Enthusiasts, Summer might be winding down, but the excitement is just starting to heat up on the turquoise waters of Key West, Florida! If you're ready for an unforgettable offshore charter fishing adventure, look no further. more...
Capt. Eric Evans - Key West

Grouper Season - Grouper season started May 1st! The buzz of excitement has hit the dock and everyone is rigging up to go get bent. The Florida Keys especially Key West has phenomenal bottom fishing areas. From the channels to the deep patches groupers hang ever more...
Capt. Eric Evans - Key West

Bottom Fishing is Good and Tarpon Soon - We have had a heck of a season so far. On the reefs and wrecks we have been getting yellowtails, greys, lanes, and mutton snapper. When the bait is thick schools of ceros make it to the chum slick and put up an ice fight on light tackle! Offshore we more...
Capt. Eric Evans - Key West

The Bait is Here - The bait has finally showed up on the reef. The last couple of trips it has been like a NatGo wild-life show. Ballyhoo scattering in hundreds with Cero Mackerel skying up from the deep. Sailfish, Bonita, and Blackfin Tuna crushing bait from all sides more...
Capt. Eric Evans - Key West

Groupers, Snappers, and Sharks - Apologies in advance as it has been a while since our last fishing report and update. Key West and the Florida Keys lucked out big time regarding Hurricane Ian. Our friends to the north are not doing well. We wish them a speedy recovery from this n more...
Capt. Eric Evans - Key West

Mahi and Mini Season - The Florida Keys have been staying busy still. We had some Mahi tournaments in May and June and had some nice fish come across the scales! For most people the schoolies were around so made for fun fishing for everyone. In July we saw many more wa more...
Capt. Eric Evans - Key West