Reel Kind Fishing and Tours

06/19/2024

Great Flat scallop find for Terri Scanlan yesterday.
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06/19/2024

Jordan and Maddie had an epic find yesterday, a big Florida Horse Conch. Summer vacation, memory making, is what we are about!!
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Photo taken by Team Member Capt C**t

06/17/2024

After the days of rain we had last week the shelling has been great, new shells exposed and new ones to be found at low tide.
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Photo taken by Team Member Capt Ryan

06/14/2024

Score on this large horse conch Did you know the Horse Conch is The largest member of the Tulip Snail family and isn’t even a true conch! Come enjoy a tour with us and our Eco friendly Master Naturalist Captains will guide you on a learning adventure while shelling the best spots in the 10000 Islands.

Picture courtesy of valued team member Capt Scott

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06/11/2024

Now you see it… now you don’t. Make sure if you spot it you grab it!
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Video taken by Team Member Capt Ryan

06/10/2024

There are so many marine critters to see on a shell tour, especially if it’s a private one and you have one of our extremely knowledgeable Captains all to yourself guiding you. This family came across a Decorated urchin, a live sea star and more. Making memories is what Reel Kind Fishing and Tours is most proud of!
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Photos taken by valued customer

06/09/2024

The Corded Olive is a highly sought after shell that we rarely find in our area. This pristine specimen is an excellent example of why it’s called a corded OLIVE because you could clearly see the cord like design wrapped across the center of the Shell. So many unusual and rare shells to be found in the 10,000 islands. We’d love to have you join us on a tour and find your special shell.

Photo by valued customer Meredith Blain

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06/08/2024

Join Reel Kind Fishing and Tours, on a Shell Tour in the Ten Thousand Islands
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Photo taken by Valued Customer

06/06/2024

Found just a few Alphabet Cones…
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Photo taken by Team Member Capt C**t

06/05/2024

It is always awesome to spot color(s)at the top layer of the sand and then you dig it up and see it’s a perfect, beautiful shell, that’s the best feeling!
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Photo taken by Valued Customer

06/05/2024

A handful of great shells from the epic low tide! Come get yours with Reel Kind Fishing and Tours!!

Photo by valued team member Capt Ryan

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06/03/2024

Nutmegs, Alphabet cones and so much more to be found in the Ten Thousand Islands, though there are only a handful of islands that produce shells.
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Photo taken by Valued Customer

06/02/2024

With a keen eye, a slow approach and a low tide, even the most challenging days can be successful in As demonstrated here by she can find the needle in the haystack time and time again due to her slow approach and thorough coverage of the area. Even on the most mediocre of days following these good practices will lead to success! Come join us and have some success for yourself! Remember summertime the best low tides are always in the late afternoon in the weeks of the full and new moon. But not to worry we only book our trips at low tide. We do the homework you do the shelling!

Photo courtesy of valued guest Meredith B

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05/30/2024

Who would love to have found this beautiful Whelk? Join, Reel Kind Fishing and Tours, for a memorable experience out in the Ten Thousand Islands.
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Photo taken by Team Member Capt. Ryan

05/27/2024

Take the family, fishing this summer with patient Captains who are ready and love to teach! It’s all about the kids having fun! 239-249-9878
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Private/Shared Shell Tours, Eco Tours, Dolphin Tours and of course Fishing Charters in the 10,000 I

05/27/2024

Flat Scallops are a find to be celebrated! You may ask yourself, “where does the animal live if the shell is flat?” The answer is the other side of the shell is extra large and has an even more exaggerated concave opening to make room for the animal.

05/26/2024

At first glance it appears to be just another Florida Fighting Conch, however closely exam the tip, (apex or spire), you may notice that there is some growth malformation. Just as in humans, shellfish also experience genetic malformations. It is very rare to find a shell with such an anomaly and part of what makes it even more special is that the anomalies are usually one of a kind. So if you find a common shell that has an anomaly, you should treasure it because it is special!!

Photo courtesy of valued team member Capt Ryan

05/24/2024

Every once in a while, we get a special treat and the curious comes by for a visit! This encounter was even more exciting because this mommy Manatee had a calf with her! Here are a few facts about the Manatee:

1. **Endangered Species:** The Florida manatee, also known as the West Indian manatee, is classified as an endangered species due to factors like habitat loss, watercraft collisions, and cold stress syndrome.

2. **Gentle Giants:** These gentle giants can weigh up to 1,200 pounds and reach lengths of over 10 feet. Despite their size, they are herbivores, primarily feeding on seagrasses and aquatic plants.

3. **Slow Movers:** Manatees are notoriously slow swimmers, typically moving at speeds of around 5 miles per hour, although they can sprint up to 15 miles per hour in short bursts.

4. **Warm Water Seekers:** Manatees are sensitive to cold temperatures and migrate to warmer waters during the winter months. They rely on natural springs and warm-water outflows from power plants to survive during colder periods.

5. **Social Creatures:** These marine mammals are generally solitary animals but can be found in small groups, especially during the mating season or when seeking warmer waters. They are known for their curious and friendly nature, often approaching boats and swimmers.



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05/23/2024

Low tide shelling it never disappoints in the 10,000 Islands. Follow your guides advice because they are out there every single day. Mother nature does the best she can, as do we, by taking you out at the best tide for the day (which changes daily).
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Photo taken by Team Member Capt Ryan

05/19/2024

Jill P and Capt Ryan had a great day shelling and the prize of the trip was this beautiful Lightning Whelk!!

Photo by valued team member Capt Ryan

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05/16/2024

A cornucopia of shells from yesterday’s Thanks to the robust winds has maintained a steady level of productivity!! Come find your special shells with us!!

Photo by valued team member Capt Ryan

05/14/2024

Chitons are marine mollusks with a unique appearance, resembling a small armored tank. They have a shell composed of eight overlapping plates, giving them flexibility and protection. Chitons graze on algae and other organic matter using a specialized tongue-like structure called a radula. They’re found in oceans worldwide, often clinging to rocks or other shells in intertidal zones.

Photo by valued customer Meredith Blain

05/13/2024

Periwinkle snails are fascinating creatures! Did you know they are highly adaptable to different environments, from rocky shores to salt marshes? They’re also herbivores, munching on algae and other plant matter. Plus, they’re known for their unique ability to survive both in and out of water, thanks to their gills and operculum, a sort of trapdoor-like structure that seals their shell.

Photo by valued customer Meredith Blain

05/12/2024

This live banded tulip needed some help back to the water. To all the mommies out there who have helped us, we praise and thank you! Happy Mother’s Day!!


Photo by valued guest

05/11/2024

So many times people overlook bi-valves. Always in search of the rare highly sought after univalves. But beauty lies in all shells. Colors, shapes and growth lines are all traits that can make the ordinary, extraordinary! So next time you’re on the beach, open your mind to all beauty before you! Happy and hope to see ya’ll out there.

Photo by valued guest Meredith Blain

05/08/2024

is one of my absolute favorite . They do have a tendency to elude my eyes, however when i really slow down and pay close attention I am able to find them. Come try your luck and see if you can find them!

Photo by valued team member Capt Michael

05/06/2024

To me nothing is more rewarding than finding that elusive shell. Whether it’s a shark’s eye, lightning whelk, or my personal favorite the Alphabet Cone. Check out the cool pattern on this “Alphie”. Instead of shapes mimicking letters it has beautiful vertical lines. You just never know what you’re gonna find in the 10,000 islands.

Photos by valued team member Capt C**t

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05/05/2024

are one of the most sought after finds in the 10k Islands. Will you be one of the lucky few to find them?

Photo credit to valued team member Capt C**t

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05/03/2024

Unlike most gastropods that coil to the right, the lightning welk’s shell spirals to the left, which is a rare trait in nature . Lightning welks are carnivorous predators, primarily feeding on bivalves like clams and mussels. They use their specialized radula, a tongue-like organ with tiny teeth, to drill into the shells of their prey. These fascinating creatures are found along the Atlantic coast of North America, ranging from North Carolina to Florida. Lightning welks can grow to impressive sizes, with their shells reaching lengths of up to 20 inches (50 centimeters). They inhabit shallow coastal waters, often burying themselves in sand or mud substrates.Female lightning welks lay clusters of eggs, which they attach to hard surfaces such as rocks or pilings.
Lightning welks play a crucial role in controlling populations of bivalves, which helps maintain the balance of marine ecosystems.

Photo by valued team member Capt C**t

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05/01/2024

Shelling is always good IF you take time, go at low tide and look carefully… it pays off!(Last weeks finds)
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Photo taken by Valued Customer