GOLIATH suprise for Matt with Bent Charters Fishing n Florida

No shortage of fish!

   William called Bent Charters looking for a Captain that would do more than go for grunts. He was weary of catching small grouper and endless grunts on other charter boats. I assured him that we are known for going beyond the expected. We know the value of giving our customers the best trip possible. 
   Will, Matt and Paul showed up at Madeira Beach marina ready for an adventure. As we made our way out of Johns Pass we hit open water and ran straight to our private traps. We set bait traps to allow us daily fresh bait without all the time wasted trying to "catch" bait. That puts us ahead of the game already.
   A 30 mile run to our AJ spot and we baited up. Armed with live pigfish our hooks were dropping.  That beautiful sound of line screaming off the spool....FISH ON! The Amberjack were crushing baits left and right. Then Will had a different sort of bite....SHARK. Fighting back and forth for some 20 minutes his blacktip friend made an appearance circling the boat. After a few rounds she broke off, but not before we snapped some nice pics.
   Ok..ok...back to business. We pulled anchor and shot over to a few spots picking up Mangos and some nice keeper red grouper for the box. The Gag grouper we were having to throw back were up to 15 lbs. Season opens for them in July! Just about ready to call it a day and we spot a shark to the left and something hitting on the right. A quick pitch of a cigar minnow and the Mahi Mahi was on the hook. Will reeled it in and it was added to the already variety filled ice box.
   With Red Grouper, Mangrove Snapper, Amberjack and Mahi in the box we made the ride back to the Marina. Will, Matt and Paul were happy to have chosen Bent Charters to redeem their faith in Charters in our area of the Gulf of Mexico. We aim to please!
   So if you are planning a trip to the Tampa Bay area, St Pete or even Orlando we are worth the drive. Madeira Beach and Treasure Island has great beaches to visit and minutes from the Marina we launch from. You can even enjoy the Johns Pass village while your here.
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   Call us to book your trip ! (727) 614-6104

Heather Brooks
Capt Lance Brooks
Bentcharters.com

February 22 , 2013

Bent Charters trip with customers Teresa and Elliot had a nice little variety of fish. They were quite the traveling fishing couple! What a fun time with great people. Day started off with a dolphin display on way down inner coastal to Johns Pass bridge. At open water we headed to our bait traps for pulling live bait. Filled up the live well then headed to the spot. In no time at all the poles were hooked up with Grouper. (scamp,red and Gag) A light tackle set up off back of boat was bringing in the Mango (mangrove snapper).
The pole went off and we knew it was no snapper and Elliot manned in the Cobia in video. It was 32 1/2" so it was released.

All in all it was a beautiful day on the water and we made new friends. We truly appreciate the business of each and every charter we run. Thank you to all who have chosen Bent Charters to create the memories they will never forget.

Thanks again Teresa and Elliot ..... see ya next time!
 - Heather

American Red Snapper

Ok .... so Uncle Sam has once again changed our season for American Red Snapper. The Gulf of Mexico has regulations for its regulations!This year we only get a Very short 27 day season.

 

If you are wanting to get in on this season I strongly suggest booking as far in advance as possible. It's one of our Most Booked seasons.
You only get June1st - June27th so check your calendar.

If you would like to reserve a day with Bent Charters please
call  Heather (727)614-6104 or Capt Lance Brooks (727)235-9599.

  We have several boats but run two specialty trips for Snapper Season.

 

"Southern One" special

upto 4 fisherman with a

 LIMIT OUT GUARANTEE - $1000

This is our 30' SeaVee T-Top boat

 

"Good News" special

upto 6 fisherman with a

 LIMIT  OUT GUARANTEE - $2200

All amenities on this A/C Cabin 40' Sportfish

 

 

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How to choose a Fishing Charter

   There are literally dozens of Charters to choose from. If you are new to the area or visiting you can get caught in the tourist traps. Be sure to do your homework. You are paying good money for someone you dont know to be responsible for your life on the water and for creating a lasting memory. So make an educated decision.

Here are some tips:

• Dont just take their word (Look up reviews on Tripadvisor and other sites)
• Make sure you getting the real price.... some tend to add on for bait or rod rentals.
• Ask how far you are going out. Past 9 miles requires a permit.
• Do they cover your license under their own license?
• Can they guarantee you will catch fish?
• Can they target the type of fish you are wanting? It can be done!

We would love to have your business and confident you would have a blast, but whether you go with us or someone else we want you to enjoy the area and come back again.

Some extra things we offer our customers to set us apart :

• Fresh live bait at no extra cost
• Photography of action (including video at times)
• Catering to kids so that Mom and Dad can fish without worry
• Bagging of fillets and ice for your cooler to get home.

Visit Bentcharters.com or

call (727)614-6104 Heather Brooks

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