Another fishing charter category that not many people are aware of, is flats fishing. The term flats are often used in describing the body of water that goes for 500 square miles that surrounds the lower Florida Keys. Flats are also used in coining the term for the shallow inter-tidal expanse of water that connects the mangrove keys. And in relation to flats are backcountries which are viewed as the hundreds of uninhabited mangrove keys.
What boats are used in Flats?
When it comes to this category, different equipment and utilities are going to be used. Especially when it comes to the boat which shall be used in the trip. Here, dependable and smooth riding flats that skiff even at high wind conditions are being used. It has been the recommended boat to use in this category of fishing charters.
In addition, such designs are also dead quiet while poling flats in terms of catching the challenging shallow-water gamefishes.
Hunting and Sight-Seeing on the Flats
Fishing charters on the flats is an adventure at a whole new different level. When it comes to this kind of trip, a sightseeing moment is also advantageous for hunting. Why you may ask? Apparently, since sightseeing on shallow water enables you to get a clear view of the waters that allows you to get a sight of some fishes that you may catch on the trip.
Of course, in catching the fish that you have in sight, you would need something more than just your fishing rod. It also requires good eyesight, patience, and a whole lot of dedication in the process.
Catch and Release Fishery
One small fact that not many are aware of is that the fish caught in the Florida Keys flats and backcountry are highly prized and valuable. This is why 90% of the fish caught in such fishing charters are released back alive to the environment they were initially taken from.
Such fishes include tarpon, permit, barracuda, bonefish, and redfish. This concept has been continuously followed to ensure that the marine life in Key West remains unharmed and at the same time allows more and more customers to catch sight of such remarkable creatures. Contact us! And experience flats fishing charters with ZFG Fishing. Also, check out our fishing and snorkeling charters now!
