Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Fishing Info

About Size Matters Charters

Where does Size Matters Charters fish?

We fish the Islamorada, FL area, including Atlantic Ocean, Florida Bay, Florida Keys, West Lake, Key West, Atlantic Ocean.

What are the target fish?

Target fish include Blackfin Tuna (Also Called Deep-Bodied Tunny  ), Common Dolphinfish (Also Called Dolphin, Dolphinfish, Common Dolphin, Mahi-Mahi, Dorado, Dourade  ), Gag Grouper (Also Called Charcoal Belly, Velvet Rockfish, Grouper  ), Great Barracuda (Also Called Giant Barracuda, Picuda  ), Wahoo  (Also Called Ono, Ono Malani, Hoo, Pacific Kingfish, Malata kingfish, Queen fish, Paala, Paere, Peto, Sierra, Solandra, Serra-da India, Kamasu-Sawara, Acantocibio, Cavala de India, Keskas, Kin Fis, Mersad, Kinkfish, Peto, Guarapucu, Thazard batard), Grey Snapper  (Also Called Mangrove Snapper, Gray Snapper )

Where in Islamorada, FL to we meet our guests?

We meet at Lorelei Restaurant & Cabana Bar (96 Madeira Rd, Islamorada, FL 33036, USA)

Do I need a STATE Fishing license?

Yes, a Fishing license is required

Where do I get a STATE Fishing license?

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - Fishing

Florida residents and visitors 16 years of age and older are required to possess a Florida freshwater fishing or saltwater fishing license when engaged in active or passive fishing activities.  However, you do not need a saltwater fishing license if saltwater fishing from a for-hire vessel (guide, charter, party boat) that has a valid charter license or from a vessel whose operator has a valid recreational saltwater vessel license issued in the name of the operator of the vessel. If you are looking for online access for a license, please check Go Outdoors Florida here: https://license.gooutdoorsflorida.com/Licensing/CustomerLookup.aspx

How much should I Tip?

It is customary to tip 20% of the trip total. We work tirelessly to make sure you have a guest experience!

Do I need to bring my own gear?

No, we provide standard gear such as rods and reels so you don’t need to worry about anything. But please feel free to bring you own gear if you prefer.