Guided Kayak or Flats Skiff Trips with Capt. Rich Santos
Kayak:Two Anglers (1/2 Day) 4 Hrs.
Kayak:One Angler (1/2 Day) 4 Hrs.
Weather your focus is learning the secrets of the professionals or just taking in the natural beauty of the Jacksonville area, a guided Kayak or shallow water Skiff Adventure with Rich is the perfect choice!
Join Capt. Rich for an unforgettable adventure and enjoy a day on the water that you will never forget!
* * * GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE * * *
Kayaks and Equipment, PFD Life Vest, Most Fishing Equipment, extra water, first aid kit, safety equipment, proper rigging and leader material, effective flies, casting tips, local knowledge, coaching, patience, fun and personality!
What You Should Bring on Kayak Trips
Florida Saltwater Fishing License (CLICK TO PURCHASE) , The bare minimum is a Hat, proper Fishing Clothes, Sunglasses, Sun block protection, Rain jacket, Fishing boots, waders during winter, a PFD Vest with whistle attached if in your own personnel kayak, lunch if desired and great spirits.
What To Expect on your Kayak Trip
Average full day trip will usually cover anywhere from 2 - 5 miles and most important of all is having a good time!
$100 or $150 (for 2 people) deposit required in advance. Final payment required in CASH. Your Guide reserves the right to cancel the trip due to bad weather. Notice will be given as soon as possible. To see deposit terms please click any PayPal logo below.
Kayak:Two Anglers (3/4 Day) 6 Hrs.
Kayak:One Angler (3/4 Day) 6 Hrs.
MY SERVICES INCLUDE GUIDED TRIPS , FLY CASTING & RIGGING SCHOOL AND MORE!
Our goal is to find you fish, coach you and tour the beautiful waters and wildlife we have to offer. Our first priority is to properly set you up and assist you with any casting instruction needed and fishing techniques on how to catch fish. It is up the anglers casting skills to do the rest. There is no guarantee that fish will be biting. I also at the same time may fish along with you to help find fish. I take pride in also photographing your adventure for you to keep. You will truly enjoy this experience!
What to Bring for Your Kayak Fishing Trip:
- Lightweight or Breathable Waders
- Wading Boots (High top, thick soled with high padded side wall for good foot protection on Oysters)
- Long Sleeve Shirt and extra under shirt(Breathable fishing style)
- Breathable Hat (Baseball or Bream style)
- Rain Jacket (Breathable is best like Simms)
- Extra Set of Dry Clothes
- Insect Repellant
- BUFF face protection
- 30+ Sun Screen
- Polarized Sunglasses
- Fishing Gloves for protection
- Florida Saltwater License (See link above to purchase )
- Lunch if desired
Suitable Attire For a Winter/Spring Trip
Suitable Attire For a Summer/Early Fall Trip
- Quick Drying Pants or Shorts for paddling/wading (Waders Optional)
- Wading Shoes (High top, thick soled with high padded side wall for good foot protection on Oysters)
- Fast Drying Long or Short Sleeve Shirt
- Hat (Baseball or Bream style)
- Rain Jacket (Breathable is best)
- Extra Set of Dry Clothes
- Insect Repellant
- BUFF face protection
- 30+ Sun Screen
- Polarized Sunglasses
- Florida Saltwater License (See link above to purchase)
- Lunch if desired
Fly Fishing Gear Recommendations:
- Rod: 9' - (8 wt. or 9 wt.)
- Lines: Full Floating line (SA Mastery Redfish Taper or Lee Wulff Triangular Taper) and Intermediate Sinking Clear Tip/ Floating Line
- (SA Mastery Wet Tip or equal)
Quick Descent Type Sinking Tip (18 feet or longer) line
- Leaders: 8’- 9' 15-20lb. commercial tapered leader. Alternatively, you can make your own with three sections of mono: 4-1/2 feet of 50 lb., 2 feet of 25lb. and 2 feet of 15lb. tippet.
- Flies: Clouser Deep Minnows - Size 4 to 1 in Chartreuse/White, Black/White and all Black. Seaducer - Size 4 to 1/0 in Red/White, Chartreuse/White and black. Shrimp and Crab patterns size 2 - 4. My own custom flies can be furnished if desired.
*Insurance Requires There Be No Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages and Life jackets (PFDs)to be worn at all times.
Fly and light tackle spin fishing is offered and always an option for your trip. No bait fishing is offered.
Note that most guided trips cover approx. 3-5 mile of paddling in the saltwater marsh estuaries and backwater creeks systems. Be advised that wind and current conditions will always be present and vary during different parts of the day, month and year. Be prepared for possible physical demands. Most trips are planned around low tide conditions and paddling and fishing around the oyster bars and mud flats bottom structure. These are prime active times and conditions for catching fish and will give you a true sense of the natural beauty and habitat. You can also have the opportunity to see all sorts of wildlife including birds, mammals and reptiles species. Visit my Photos page “Birds & Wildlife” Gallery for more details.
*Each Additional Kayak Angler (3 Max.)
16’ Flats Skiff:1-2 Anglers: (3/4 Day)
KAYAK TRIPS: * Fishing License is Required *
BOAT CHARTERS:* No Fishing License Required *
16’ Flats Skiff:1-2 Anglers: (Full Day)
What I Provide on Kayak Trips
KAYAK NOTE:Wading boots are recommended for your safety!!!
16’ Flats Skiff:1-2 Anglers: (1/2 Day)
NOTE: Fishing Equipment, Trip Photos, Casting tips, Water, G2 Gatorade included. Snacks-food upon request.
NOTE:Fishing Equipment, Trip Photos, Casting Tips, Water, G2 Gatorade & Kayak Included. Snacks-food upon request.
Note:Higher G.C. Amounts can be paid by making multiple payments.
