Last Updated on Monday, 21 November 2011 01:20 Written by Webmaster Tuesday, 21 April 2009 18:53
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Captain Rapps' fleet of available captains and vessels are ready to get you on the hot spots and catch a lot of fish! Captain Rapps has been extremely selective with the captains in the fleet, and guarantees you will have a fantastic experience with any of these happy and helpfull guides. We all use similar equipment, fish similar spots, have similar boats, have similar easy going demeanour's, and most importantly, love what we do!
Captain Pete Rapps' Boat
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Captain Rapps' boat is a 22’ Sterling Flats boat. It holds a maximum of 3 passengers plus the captain. The boat is super wide, has a lot of topside standing and casting area, and is kept in tip top condition. The boat has a very shallow draft and requires a minimum amount of water to float which makes it the perfect platform for this type of fishing. The 225hp Yamaha motor allows us to spend a lot more time fishing and less time traveling then most guides. It is fully equipped with Gps and sonar electronics systems, poling platform & push pole, a Power Pole shallow water anchoring system, 36 volt trolling motor, 2 livewells, and 4 batteries....we won’t run out of juice!
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Safety is number one while on my vessel. I am a US Coast Guard licensed Master Captain, which certifies me to captain a vessel up to 50 gross tons. Overkill for my One Ton Flats Boat? Absolutely! But knowledge is key to safety! I also keep current certifications for both CPR and first aid. My Vessel meets and exceeds safety and life saving equipment requirements regulated by the US Coast Guard. In addition to VHF radio, I also keep a satellite operated telephone on board for emergency use. I cannot stress enough how important your safety is to me.
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Captain Brandon's Boat
 Captain Brandon is part of our available Everglades Fishing Fleet. He fishes from a 23ft Bay Boat made by Ranger Boats. This boat is extremely well equipped with all the options that will make your adventure one to remember. The boat is rigged with a t-top and tower with full controls. There is plenty of room for sitting or standing depending on what the individual angler’s preferences are, and he has 2 pedestal seats for anglers to fish from if they so choose. Capt Brandon is a very knowledgeable local guide, very polite, extremely patient, and is fantastic with all levels of anglers, experienced or not, including men, women, children, & families.
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Captain Bob's Boat
 Captain Bob is part of our available Everglades Fishing Fleet. He fishes from a top of the line 22ft combination Bay and Flats boat made by Century Boats. Bob has the patience, skill, & local knowledge that it takes to make your day out on the water one that you will remember and talk about for years to come. Bob's Century Bay and Flats boat can easily get you into the shallow flats, backwater rivers, and near coastal areas of the Everglades National Park. You will find Bob's mellow demeanor, fun sense of humor, willingness to teach, and incredible knowledge of the Everglades National Park, make for an awesome day on the water for anglers of all ages.
Captain Gary's Boat
 Captain Gary is part of our available Everglades Fishing Fleet. He fishes from a Carolina Skiff flats boat. The hull is wide and stable, and can easily run in just a few inches of water. Capt. Gary's boat is ideal for fishing 2 anglers who really want to get into the back country. Capt Gary has been successfully fishing this area of the Everglades for years, uses all of the latest and greatest gear, has the same easy going demeanor as the rest of fleet, is a pleasure to spend time with, and will take you to places that few have ever fished before.
Captain Kevin's Boat
 Captain Kevin is part of our available Florida Key's fleet, fishing for Tarpon in April, May, & June, and all types of other Keys fish the rest of the year. He has both a larger offshore boat and a smaller 20' Carolina Skiff for flats and Tarpon fishing. His Carolina Skiff is a super wide and stable shallow running boat. Capt Kevin can fish up to 4 passengers. His boat is equipped with a T-Top providing shade when needed, a bow mounted fighting chair, and he uses all first class gear. Capt Kevin is a real "southern gentleman" and is as polite and easy going as they come.
Captain Nate's Offshore Boat
 Captain Nate is part of our available Florida Keys fishing fleet. He is a native to the Florida Keys and an Iraq war veteran. He is a very friendly and energetic guide with an extreme passion for all types of fishing. Capt Nate has both a shallow running 16' Hewes flats boat, and a 26' Sea Vee. The Sea Vee pictured above is a fishing machine, ready to put you on both the best offshore fishing and Bridge Tarpon fishing the Keys has to offer. The Hewes Flats boat pictured below will get you into the skinny near shore waters ready to hunt down Bonefish and Permit. Outside of a four year enlistment in the United States Air Force, Captain Nate has lived his entire life in the Florida Keys, fishing and diving all throughout the entire island chain. It is here that he fishes and lives year round in the keys, with the exception of his active Air Force Reserve obligation. Extremely dedicated and hard working, Captain Nate works to help make every fishing trip an exciting adventure!
Captain Nate's Flats Boat
 Captain Rapps' Fishing Charters
Year round flats and backwater fishing from Everglades City & Chokoloskee Island Florida.
April, May, and June Keys Tarpon Charters at the Bahia Honda State Park in Big Pine Key, FL
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