Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Fishing Info

About Local Grown Charters

Where does Local Grown Charters fish?

We fish the Key Largo area, including Atlantic Ocean, The Everglades, Biscayne Bay, Gulf of Mexico.

What are the target fish?

Target fish include Barracuda (Great Barracuda), Black Drum (Drum, Drummer), Grey Snapper (Mangrove Snapper, Gray Snapper), Red Snapper (Pensacola Red Snapper, Northern Red Snapper), Redfish (Red Drum, Channel Bass, Spottail Bass), Sheepshead (Convict Fish, Sheephead), Snook (Common Snook, Sergeant Fish, Thin Snook), Tarpon (Silver King, Silverfish, Sábalo), Crevalle Jack (Horse Crevalle, Jack), Sea Trout (Speckled Trout, Spotted Sea Trout)

Where in Key Largo to we meet our guests?

We meet at The Local Marina (10660 summerland Road, Key Largo, Fl 33037)

Do I need a STATE Fishing license?

No Fishing license 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.

For further questions, please visit our Contact Us page.