Full Day Fly Fishing & Sight Fishing Adventure
When you're ready to commit to a serious day on the water, this 8-hour charter with Flatsbroke Fishing Charters is exactly what you're looking for. Starting at 7:00 AM sharp, you'll have the entire day to work the flats and chase trophy redfish using both fly fishing and sight fishing techniques. This isn't your typical half-day rush job – we're talking about a full commitment to putting you on fish with plenty of time to perfect your cast and land the redfish of a lifetime. The trip covers everything you need: licenses, premium tackle, live bait, and ice-cold storage for your catch. With space for two anglers and the option to bring extra folks for just $50 per person, it's designed for serious fishing without the crowd.
What to Expect on the Water
This full-day adventure gives you the luxury of time that most charters can't offer. Starting before sunrise means you'll be positioned on productive water right when the redfish start their morning feed. Your captain knows these waters like the back of their hand and will adjust the game plan based on tides, weather, and where the fish are holding. The first few hours typically focus on sight fishing the shallow flats where you can watch redfish cruise in crystal-clear water. As the day progresses and conditions change, you'll switch between fly fishing presentations and conventional tackle depending on what's working best. The 8-hour window means no rushing between spots – if the fish are biting, you stay put. If they're not, you've got plenty of time to explore different areas without feeling pressured by the clock. Expect to cover a lot of water and learn techniques that will make you a better angler long after the trip ends.
Techniques & Tackle Breakdown
Sight fishing for redfish requires a completely different skill set than blind casting. You'll spend time learning to read the water, spotting fish by their wakes, tails, and shadows moving across the flats. The captain will position the boat using a push pole to keep things quiet while you work on accurate presentations to individual fish. Fly fishing adds another layer of challenge – timing your cast, managing line in the wind, and presenting flies that trigger strikes from fish that can see you just as well as you see them. The premium tackle included covers both spinning gear for beginners and fly rods for those ready to step up their game. Live bait comes into play when the fish get finicky, and knowing when to switch from artificials to the real deal is part of the learning experience. Your captain will teach you to read fish behavior – when they're feeding aggressively versus when they're spooked and require a more delicate approach. The shallow water environment means every cast counts, and the extended time frame gives you plenty of opportunities to practice and improve throughout the day.
Species You'll Want to Hook
Redfish are the crown jewel of inshore fishing and the main target for this charter. These copper-colored fighters are built for the shallow flats, with their downward-facing mouths perfectly designed for rooting around oyster bars and grass beds. What makes redfish so special is their combination of size, fight, and intelligence. A mature redfish can push 30+ inches and will test your drag system with powerful runs that strip line faster than you expect. They're visual hunters in shallow water, which makes sight fishing so effective – you'll actually watch them decide whether to eat your fly or lure. Redfish behavior changes throughout the day and with the tides. Early morning often finds them tailing in super shallow water as they feed on crabs and shrimp. As the sun gets higher, they move to slightly deeper areas with structure like oyster bars or channel edges. The best part about targeting redfish is their year-round availability. While spring and fall offer peak action, these fish can be caught in every month, making them the perfect species for a dedicated full-day trip. Their willingness to eat both flies and conventional lures gives you multiple ways to target them, and their strong fighting ability means every hookup delivers the kind of bend-your-rod action that keeps anglers coming back.
Time to Book Your Spot
A full 8-hour charter represents the best value for serious anglers who want to maximize their time on the water. While shorter trips can be productive, there's something special about having an entire day to really dial in on the fish without watching the clock. The all-inclusive nature means you show up ready to fish – no scrambling for licenses or wondering if you have the right tackle. The $50 per person option for additional anglers makes it easy to bring along a buddy or family member who wants to experience world-class redfish action. Patriots Point provides convenient access to some of the most productive inshore waters, and starting at 7:00 AM puts you ahead of the crowd and on fish when they're most active. This isn't just a fishing trip – it's a masterclass in sight fishing and fly fishing techniques that will improve your skills for every future outing. Book now while prime dates are still available, because the best fishing days fill up fast with anglers who understand the value of a full day with a top-rated charter operation.