Purple Heron Charters

02/13/2025

The anglers I’ve had the pleasure of fishing with lately have been enjoying some of the false-spring run of Cobia on the flats off Key West. 10lb test, all sight fishing, artificial, and all catch and release. Grateful for the opportunity and ability to share such fun experiences with folks.

02/07/2025

Barracuda are definitely taking the spotlight on the flats right now. Fishing has been outstanding with the nice weather pattern we’re in as we’re between cold fronts. Grateful for all the anglers that have chosen to spend some of their precious vacation time with me lately.

01/19/2025

Winter barracuda fishing is in full swing. Glad to see these guys showing back up on the flats in full force.

01/13/2025

Two Pelicans sharing a small mangrove seat.

01/10/2025

Chilly Winter mornings can be a little tough on the water, but the scenery really softens the blow. The phone only got about 2/3 of the sunrays leaking through this cloud line but it was incredible at sunrise. Always grateful for time spent in nature and getting to share that with others .

01/04/2025

Starting the new year off watching some Torch Key Raccoons hunting the flats at low tide. No crab was safe.

12/27/2024

It’s been a great December so far fishing with some great folks from all over the world. Lots of variety both in the fishing and the weather. Excited to fishing up strong. Very grateful for the folks that choose to spend their vacation time with me.

12/02/2024

Check out the latest blog post and fishing update with the changing of the seasons.

The first cold front of the season signals the change from fall to winter fishing and all kinds of large school movement into the backcountry.

12/02/2024

Snail Kite on the edge of the Everglades flying off with his lunch. A bird we don’t really see down here in key West so definitely a treat when I do.

11/30/2024

Grateful to have wonderful weather for Thanksgiving Day. The wintertime visitor species are making an appearance and the warm weather residents were out in full force. Had anglers from the UK that were visiting Key West.

11/27/2024

Caracara seen on my last trip up to the mainland.

11/25/2024

Watching a Great White Heron capitalize on a struggling Mojarra and having him it for lunch.

11/04/2024

The new boat is online and ready to start fishing again once this weather clears up. Dolphin 18 Backountry Pro. A smooth, fast, and stable platform. Most importantly it is dog approved. Looking forward to fishing with y’all soon.

08/12/2024

What do fishing guides do in their free time? We fish. It’s important to stay on the water consistently to help stay on patterns and conditions. Recently spent a “day off” fishing with fellow guide here in Key West chasing bonefish with the fly rod. Always grateful to get some time to enjoy this wonderful resource with good friends.

08/03/2024

Some deep water wreck fishing before the weather came in with . Lionfish came from almost 300 ft down. Only second I’ve ever had someone catch on hook and line.

07/07/2024

A sunset Bonefishing trip for the purpose of collecting DNA samples. Fish caught on both fly and spin.

06/10/2024

Bonefishing remains strong with the calmer stable weather pattern we’ve been having lately. It’ll continue to improve as summer moves on.

05/27/2024

With the calmer weather we’ve been having the bonefishing has gotten incredible. Although available to target year round the summer and fall is the best time of year to target them. Very grateful for such wonderful fish.