Rare Breed Charters

Rare Breed Charters Captain Daniel Levesque 386-341-0793

Rare Breed Charters, our next feature boat, has been making waves & lots of memories this year! With noteworthy charter catches such as the beautiful #WhiteMarlin caught during the Halifax Sport Fishing Club Offshore Challenge, to their current ranking in the #EastsideTunaRoundup, this Captain has a fiery passion that is poised to hit the seasons highlight reels hard.

Accomplishing catches like a marlin with a professional fishing team is pretty common in this area, however Captain Daniel makes dreams come true by taking his die hard charter clients out and showing them how it's done! So if you've ever wanted to fish a tournament but don't know where to start, he's definitely your man! Outfitted with 3 vessels that can take you anywhere from the skinniest of backwaters or all the way to the other side of the gulf stream- you will definitely enjoy the areas fishing with this crew!

Captain Daniel is a lifelong archery enthusiast and fisherman, whose roots began in Key West before he found his home in Volusia County. In true outdoorsman spirit his dream has always been to provide a one of a kind all inclusive getaway through his several business ventures; with plans to one day to grow into much, much more. Book lodging with on site target practice at Gobblers Lodge 3D Archery Range and add customized fishing trips through Rare Breed; he offers a truly unique experience for vacationers looking to live the true Floridian way of life. For more information about the Rare Breed Experience visit: https://www.rarebreedcharters.com/rare-experience

Currently on the roster is their 17' Skimmer Skiff for backwater & bowfishing adventures, a 24' Pathfinder for inshore & nearshore fishing, and last but certainly not least their 31' Cape Horn for all of their offshore fishing trips. Each individual vessel is well equipped specifically for the types of fishing they're purposed for, with some flexibility when requested in advance. From poling platforms to out & down riggers, live bait to the best Westwind Witches available, guaranteed top of the line gear... you name it, they've got it covered!

As a Key West native and lifelong fisherman Captain Daniel is also well versed in spearfishing and insists that his favorite fishing will always be Yellowtail Snapper fishing in the Keys & Bahamas. He solidifies this sentiment adding "..there is nothing more rewarding than light tackle fishing for these delicious fish!" Take note: we do occasionally catch these fish in our own waters!

Rest assured; our vessels are the best in the industry, our roster handpicked & credential checked. We pride ourselves in providing the areas charter community with the exposure and support that they deserve We will forever stand behind our calling of connecting Angler & Captain in a comprehensive & meaningful fashion.

Trips aboard the Rare Breed include 4/6/8 Inshore Trips & 4/8/10/12 Nearshore/Offshore trips.

Reel Compulsive Charters

#BoatOfTheMonth Reel Compulsive Charters Captain Tony Varano 386-547-4480

As the areas fishing is starting to heat up so is our next boat of the month, Reel Compulsive Charters. Captained by Tony Varano, a New Smyrna Beach local, these two vessels & crew are sure to be exactly what you hoped for! Pulling this years nicest area Mahi so far, they won our fish of the week competition last week & are sure to keep the pace going in the coming months. You won't be disappointed as they offer an incredibly wide range of trips that allow you to target a huge variety of species, no matter if it's inshore or offshore fishing.

Captain Tony Varano is a local in every sense of the word & has spent his life mapping out fishing in the Ponce Inlet area. With 25 years of Captaincy under his belt & ten years working solely as a charter Captain, he is well versed in everything that is fishing. Growing up in a inlet town he always knew he was destined for a career in fishing and is grateful for the blessing of being able to do what he loves on the daily; making new friends & landing killer fish.

For inshore & nearshore adventures Reel Compulsive offers their 22' Pathfinder Bay Boat retrofitted with a 225 HP Yamaha; a pairing that will allow you to expertly navigate the more narrow waterways to some of the areas best honey holes. Whether you are fishing the backwaters of the Halifax River or fishing the jetty, this boat knows how to get the job done!

Don't forget to give a warm hello to The Hogtide their primary offshore vessel, a 42' Egg Harbor Sportfisher decked with all the bells & whistles. Powered by twin 550 HP Detroit Diesel engines, she offers a 15' wide cockpit giving you ample fishing space and so many other amenities. Her cabin features the more than appreciated ice cold AC, as well as wrap around leather couches and a full galley to prepare lunches. Captain Tony mans the helm from the forever sleek fly bridge and this F.V. comes with all the staples; from her outriggers & tuna tubes, to industry standards such as a fighting chair, live bait wells, and not to mention more gear than you probably know what to do with.

Captain Tony recommends his 10 hour offshore trip for those who want the most bang for their buck but aren't sure where to start! He assures this will give you ample time to catch fish as well as provide the opportunity to both bottom fish and troll while you are out. Adding that his personal favorite fishing to do is Cobia fishing, as their are cooperative eaters & put up a great fight and show! Book a trip this summer for an experience you are sure to remember for years to follow.

Trips aboard Reel Compulsive Charters include: 12/10/8/6 HR Offshore Trips, 6/4/3 HR Inshore Trips & a 5 HR Shark Trip

Salty Strikes Fishing Charter

Salty Strikes Fishing Charter Captain Chris Rasberry

Spring is here & so is our next feature boat, Salty Strikes Fishing Charters! Captivating the YouTube world Captain Chris Rasberry has spent the last several years running a successful fishing channel which garners almost 2 million views a month. Marketing almost entirely to his subscribers, his business while the same as traditional charter businesses is more geared towards the digital age and provides a one of a kind experience on board: guaranteed video coverage to go home with!

Captain Chris started his YouTube channel almost 5 years ago, wanting to share his love and passion for the outdoors with those who might not be able to experience it first hand. After years of consistency his subscribers paved the way for his charter business, an unexpected but incredible gift that he has graciously accepted and built new dreams off of. His loyalty is well noted when asked about his favorite aspect of his career as a Captain, stating that being able to meet a subscriber is one of the most surreal and elevating experiences in his life. All the while he still spend his evenings creating videos of his fishing experiences so they can be shared and cherished by his fans for years to come.

For your fishing adventure you will be aboard a Robalo R200, not your typical charter vessel but well equipped and customized to fit your fishing needs. Powered by a Yahama 150 HP you are sure to enjoy the areas fishing whether it be inshore, nearshore or offshore! Salty Strikes offers a one of a kind look at the vessel in video form here: https://youtu.be/ytTTXYQOACg . Captain Rasberry's favorite style of fishing is most definitely free lining live bait offshore; noting you never know what's going to hit it and take you for a ride. At the end of the line could be a Cobia, Amberjack, King, Cuda or Giant Red Snapper! Doesn't matter what the fish is, you know when that drag starts screaming you're in for a good time!

Trips aboard Salty Strikes include: 4 & 5 HR Inshore Trips & a 5 HR Offshore Trip. For more information on his YouTube fishing channel please visit: https://youtube.com/@SaltyStrikes