Fishing Charter On 17' Mavericks Flat Skiffs Boat With Captain Phil

Come enjoy a fun day of fishing in West Grand Bahamas for as low as $88 per hour (minimum of 4 hours). Rates:  • Full Day (8 hours): $450.00 • Half Day (4 hours): $350.00 What You Can Expect: We have spent decades learning and guiding the waters around The Grand Bahamas Island. We have perfected the art of bonefish guiding and they can guarantee their clients will have a fun, safe and successful trip out on the water. With some days averaging between 15-20 bonefish, it is easy to tell that Our Captain can get the job done right. Fly Fishing Rods: For hunting and catching the Bahamas’ most sought after game fish, The Silver Ghost, you use an 8 or 9 weight rod. They’ll work for normal to windy weather. For the delicate presentation use an 8 weight rod with a long leader and an un-weighted fly. A 9 to 10 weight rod is recommended for Sharks, Tarpon, Barra- kudos, & Permits. Reels/Line: Use Saltwater reel which carries at least 150 yds. of 20 lb. back- ing. Use Weight Forward floating line and 7 – 14 ft. a leader with an 8 – 12 lb. test tippet. Flies: Gotchas, Mini puffs, Omeko Specials, Crab Patterns, Clouser Deep Minnow-tan & white, Mantis Pattern, etc. Spin Fishing To catch bonefish using spinning gear, use a 6 1/2 to 7ft. light rod. The reel should be open faced with a 200 yd. capacity. The line should be 8 -10 lb. test. Hook: # 1/0-03 bare/claw. Shrimp is recommended as bait, but lures such as the 1/8-1/4 oz. Up- riding Flat Willie Jigs, Bill's jig worms or Millies jigs#155 can be used. What To Expect Onboard: To swiftly get on and off the flats, and to follow those bones in the shallowest of waters, our guide service is outfitted with 5, 17 ft. Mavericks flat skiffs powered by 85 horsepower Yamaha engines. Two anglers maximum per boat. What To Bring: • Food & Drinks • Wading Boots • Sun Block/Suntan Lotion • Long Sleeve Shirt • Long Pants • Polarized Shades • Broad Rim Hat Additional Services: • Suggested Tip for guide: $50.00