It was a bit of a challenge due to the weather on the Crystal River today. Gusty East winds and extreme low tides, were our less than favorable conditions we had to contend with. Janet, Brian, Dana and Roy we in town and these couples ranging from Texas to Maine, were ready to give it a try. Targeting trout was the species of the day and we actually caught a lot of fish; However, most were just a little short on one end and were released to fight another day. The top baits of the day were the glow DOA shrimp and Mirrolure Lil' JOhns in the watermelon color. The group had a good catch for tonight's fresh fish dinner and I always enjoy having you all on board. I'll see you next time and thanks again for the great day... Capt. Dan 
We knew going into today's charter, it was going to be a tough one. Rain in the morning, and an approaching cold front; these were not the ideal fishing conditions one could hope for. However, my great clients Mishel and Earl were game for giving it a try and we made the best of a windy situation. Making a run to the intake canal in hopes of trolling up a grouper, was our morning plan, but no takers today. We made several passes and with the seas building, we ran to the safety of the river. This is the prime time for targeting snook in the river and the snook didn't disappoint us. We hooked and landed a couple beautiful Crystal River snook while using Mirrolure Mirrodines and Yo-Zuri 3D minnows to make the best of the day. Releasing the snook and numerous mangrove snapper filled out the afternoon and we did just fine despite the conditions. I thank you both very much for the great time and here is Mishel with one of today's Crystal River snook... Capt. Dan 
It wasn't the most beautiful day on the Gulf of Mexico, with the light rain drizzles and over cast skies, but we did find a couple grouper. Dan, Jan, Jay and Cecelia joined me for their annual fall grouper trip out of Crystal River. We made our run offshore to the 20ft range and trolled up some gag grouper. The Rapala x-rap 20's in the fire tiger color was the top producing color today. The bite wasn't nearly as good as yesterday's, but we had enough action to keep our rods bent. I always enjoy this trip with all of you and look forward to seeing you again soon. Here's Jay with the big one from today's charter... Capt. Dan 
Today was one of those magical days a fishing guide dream about. Phillip and Dale joined me for a full day charter out of Crystal River and these gentlemen experienced it all. Leaving from Pete's Pier Marina, we began the day to an outstanding grouper bite. In no time, the guys had their limit of hefty gags and a great bonus kingfish to add to the mix. Trolling Rapala x-rap 20's was the hot ticket today for the grouper. I looked at my watch and it wasn't even 10am yet. There were schools of bonito around and we had fun chasing down some poor man's tuna; until we ran inshore for another species. On the inshore scene, we did great catching several trout, a couple red fish and yours truly; caught a beautiful 12lb snook. It was a fantastic Crystal River charter and I thank you both for the wonderful time. Here's the guys with today's catch and look forward to seeing you soon... Capt. Dan