Helpful Links & Information

We've put together the following links to help you plan the most successful fishing trip possible. If there is every any way that we can assist you in planning your charter, please don't hesitate to call us at (305) 610-4778 or on the contact page!

LinkedIn

For more testimonials, professional recommendations, and more, check out Captain Dave Schugar's LinkedIn Profile. If you've fished with Captain Dave, consider joining his professional network!

Solunar Charts

These Solunar Charts at In-Fisherman Magazine are designed to help you choose the best time of day (and day of the week) to go fishing.

Weekly Fisherman

Capt. Dave Schugar writes a weekly column for the Weekly Fisherman, which you can also read on our Weekly Fishing Report page!

Kingsail Motel

If you're looking for the best bang for your buck when choosing a place to stay in Marathon, look no further than the Kingsail Motel

Ocean Beach Club Hotel & Resort

The Ocean Beach Club is excellent place to stay, with rooms right on the beach in Marathon.

Tropical Boat Rentals

Looking to rent a boat while you're in the Keys? Tropical Boat Rentals will deliver one of their Cobia or Triton vessels to you anywhere in the keys, from Key Largo to Key West.

Keys Island Realty

If you're looking for a place to make an extended stay in the keys, you won't find better houses for rent than those at Keys Island Realty. They're a locally owned and operated business with the friendliest and most experienced agents in the Keys!

Fish Lips Island Cargo

Fish Lips Island Cargo has the best collection of gifts, clothes and mementos in the Florida Keys. If you're looking for a great way to remember your trip, Fish Lips Island Cargo is hard to beat!

History of Diving Museum

While you're in the Keys, be sure to check out the Florida Keys History of Diving Museum in Islamorada! It's a fascinating look into the history of exploring the deep!

Boatville.com

This huge directory is a great resource for those looking to buy, sell or trade their boats. Check it out at Boatville.com!

Tampa Flats Fishing

Tampa Fishing Charters - Set your hook on a Tampa Bay fishing trip with top Tampa fishing guide, Captain Greg McCullough of Tampa Flats Fishing Charters.

Species & Time-of-Year Chart

Year-round Fishing Baracuda Anytime Black Grouper Anytime Bonita Anytime Bonefish Anytime Red Grouper Anytime Shark Anytime Snapper Nights anytime Snooke Anytime Swordfish Dark Nights Trout Anytime Tuna Anytime Yellowtail Anytime

Seasonal Fishing Permit March Sailfish March-May, Nov-Dec Tarpon April-July Dolphin May-September Marlin June-August Wahoo June-August Redfish October Kingfish December-February

Moon Phase Calendar

The brightness of the moon has a huge effect on how to fish different species. This lunar calendar can help you plan your next fishing trip.

Saltwater Tides Chart

Everything you need to plan the best possible fishing trip is on SaltwaterTides.com. Using their website, you're able to get the information on tides, sunrise, sunset and moon visibility...all useful for fishermen!

NOAA Buoys

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (as well as several other groups) have buoys stationed all around the Florida Keys. This a great thing, because it means you can get up-to-date information from the exact area you plan on fishing. Check out the buoy info on their website!

Water Temperature Map

Like I mention here in my blog, almost nothing has more of an effect on fishing than water temperature. That's what makes this chart so helpful! It's the surface temperature for the entire Gulf of Mexico, and can help you predict where the best bites will be!

Marathon Maps & Directions

Marathon is accessible via the Overseas Highway. Google Maps provides excellent maps and directions to help you reach any destination.