1. Sunscreen, lip balm are highly recommended.

2. IF we are sight fishing the flats for bonefish, tarpon, redfish or permit, polarized sunglasses in an amber or brown tint. Side shields for them are also an asset on the flats. IF we are just fun fishing in the bay (seatrout, jacks, ladyfish) they are not necessary, but are recommended for the protection of your eyes.

3. Long sleeve shirt and pants made of light colored cotton clothing. In the Summer they may protect you from insect bites and intense sunlight. In the cooler months, running along in an open skiff can be a chilling experiance.

4. In the Winter, it may be very cool running along in an open boat. A warm jacket is highly recommended.

5. Deck shoes/sandals.  PLEASE! NO black soled sneakers or sandals unless they have a non-marking sole. (hint.. scrape the edge on a light colored floor to see if they leave a mark) The marks are terribly hard to remove from the deck of my skiff.

6. Camera and film (if applicable) and extra batteries. A polarized lens filter really helps with the glare. Cameras should be stored in a water proof bag for safety.

7. Food and drink IF we are not stopping for lunch NOTE! Please do not bring a cooler for your food. One is provided for you on the boat and I do not have the room to store an additional one.

8. A hat for the sun w/dark underside brim. In the Summer.. a large brim hat keeps the sun off your neck.

9. Fly fisherman, IF you are bringing a fly rod, 8 or 9 wt if bonefishing or redfishing and matching reel w/ 200 yds backing capacity. If tarpon fishing 11 or 12 wt and proper reel w/300 yds backing. Please have a 3 to 4 foot butt section of leader and proper leader already attached to fly line.  I will supply any additional leader material and flies for you. It is not necessary to bring your gear bag with you on the boat. I may not be able to store it on the boat. I can assure you I'll have all you'll need. Please leave any rod tubes in the car, and have your rod together and strung up when ready to board.

10. IF bringing a spin/light tackle outfit for bonefish or redfish, a 7 foot fast action spinning rod suited for 10 pound test and reel capacity of 200 yds of 10 pound test and a quality drag system. Note, All tackle, plugs and leader will be provided for you. It is not necessary to bring your tackle box aboard. I may not be able to store it on the boat.

11. Just a reminder, although the local restaurants, shops and hotels accept credit cards, I unfortunately am not able to. Personal checks, travelers checks and cash are fine.

12. A rain jacket to protect you from the cold winds, water spray or rainstorms that we'll try to avoid, but may not be able to entirely.

AS A REMINDER..... the storage space is VERY limitied on these specialized fishing boats...

Please keep your gear minimal, if you expect it to be stored for you.... B