When we were youngsters, my grandfather would take my brother and I fishing all he could. Grampa loved to have us out on his boat. Sometimes he would take us out to the shallow reefs and we would drop cut squid or live shrimp down on small hook. We would have a blast reeling in grunts, porgies, snapper, and the occasional trigger fish. We would laugh and giggle as we pulled in one after the other on every drop down. What a blast!
Other times my grandfather would take us out for big fish. He would tell us we were going to try to catch big wahoo, kingfish, and mahi mahi. We were not going to bring the small reef gear… We only had room for the big rods. We would get all excited and could not wait to get out there and see fish brought into the boat as big as us.

A Capt. Rapps Charter offers kids a fun and educational experience. This puffer fish added to the day’s excitement. Photos by Capt. Pete Rapps
So next time you take the kids out fishing, forget the trophies for the day, just put them on action! Or better yet, come out with us and we will show them a fun, educational, and memorable day of fishing.
If you are interested in booking a chartered fishing tour or have other questions about fishing the 10,000 Islands area, be sure to contact me at CaptainRapps@Outlook.com or call Lisa at our office at 239- 571-1756. Our team of captains love everything that the South Florida waters have to offer and truly enjoy sharing our passion with others. We look forward from seeing you out on the water this March!
Captain Rapps’ Charters & Guides offers expert guided, light tackle, near shore, and backwater fishing trips in the 10,000 Islands of the Everglades National Park, and tarpon-only charters in the Florida Keys. Capt. Rapps’ top-notch team accommodates men, women and children of all ages, experienced or not, and those with special needs. Between their vast knowledge and experience of the area, and easygoing demeanors, you are guaranteed to have a great day. Book your charter 24/7 using the online booking calendar, see Capt. Rapps’ first class web site at www.CaptainRapps.com, or call 239-571-1756.
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