Inshore — Year-round

Technical sight fishing.

Stalk tailing redfish, cruising snook, trout, and tarpon across the gin-clear shallows of the Nature Coast.

01 The Trip

Tradition, precision, and a lifetime on legendary water.

Step aboard for a sight-fishing adventure across the famous gin-clear shallows of Florida's Nature Coast, where tailing redfish, cruising snook, speckled trout, black drum, and tarpon roam the flats. Built for stealth and comfort, our technical skiffs are the ideal platform for both fly and light-tackle anglers.

A deep understanding of tides, seasons, and fish behavior ensures an authentic Homosassa experience — one built on tradition, precision, and a lifetime spent on these waters.

Target species
RedfishSnookSpeckled TroutBlack DrumTarponJack Crevalle
Starting at
$550
Half-day · fly or light tackle

Choose Capt. Madison (Maverick HPX) or Capt. Stump (East Cape Vantage). A deposit holds your date.

03 Your Guide

Two skiffs, two native guides.

Pick your captain — both fish these flats like they grew up on them, because they did.

w/ Capt. Madison

Maverick HPX · fly & light tackle

A true Homosassa native from a proud lineage of local guides. Fishing a custom Maverick HPX built for stealth and comfort, Madison offers the perfect platform for both fly and light-tackle anglers across the gin-clear shallows — tailing redfish, cruising snook, speckled trout, and black drum.

w/ Capt. Stump

East Cape Vantage · fly & light tackle

A 7th-generation Floridian and lifelong Homosassa native with over 15 years guiding the Nature Coast. From a custom East Cape Vantage built for stealth, comfort, and performance, Stump puts you on tailing redfish, cruising snook, trout, and roaming tarpon — a true Homosassa experience rooted in tradition and precision.

02 Included

What’s in the price.

Everything you need for the day is already aboard.

01

Licensed local captain

A USCG-licensed guide who fishes these waters every day and knows exactly where the bite is.

02

Full tackle & bait

Rods, reels, tackle, lures, and live bait from the well — all provided. Bring your own gear if you prefer; just let us know in advance.

03

License, ice & cleaning

Your Florida fishing license is covered, the cooler's iced, and we clean, fillet, and bag your catch at the dock.

04 On the Water

A few from the logbook.

Real trips, real fish — no stock photos.

05 FAQ

Common questions.

Anything else? Call or text the captain.

Do I need a fishing license?
No — your Florida saltwater fishing license is included for every angler on the boat.
Where do we meet?
MacRae's of Homosassa, 5300 S Cherokee Way. If we're launching elsewhere, your guide will contact you with details — at the latest, the day before your trip.
What should I bring?
A hat, polarized sunglasses, and non-spray sunscreen, plus comfortable clothes and any snacks or drinks. We provide water and ice. Dress in layers — the Nature Coast keeps you on your toes.
Can I keep my catch?
Within legal limits and season, yes — we clean and fillet it for you. We practice conservation-minded catch and release on tarpon and oversized fish.

Ready to set the hook? Let's get you on the water.