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CASTAWAYS DEEP SEA FISHING

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CASTAWAYS DEEP SEA FISHING ADVENTURE!

 

Get ready for an unforgettable day on the Gulf with the PGI Castaways aboard The Miss Venice!

 

Where: The Miss Venice, 465 North Tamiami Trail, Venice (Spot 22)


When: Friday, April 17th 
Boat departs: 8:00 AM sharp — please arrive by 7:00 AM to check in, get set up, and ensure everything goes off smoothly!

 

COST: $173 per person — all-inclusive, including taxes and a 20% crew tip.

Price is based on a maximum of 17 passengers. We must guarantee all 17 spots; if we don’t reach that number, the per-person cost will increase accordingly.

 

What’s included:

Rod & reel (you may bring one personal rod & reel if you like)

Bait & tackle

Ice & hand towel

Fishing license & permits

FREE fish filleting at the dock!

 

What we’re fishing for:

Red & Gag Grouper, Scamp, Lane Snapper, Grey Snapper, Yellowtail Snapper, Vermillion Snapper, White Grunt, Porgy, Flounder, Triggerfish, Mackerel, King Mackerel, Amberjack, Sea Bass, Barracuda, Cobia, Bonita, Banded Rudderfish, and even sharks! (Only Bonnethead & Blacktip sharks are kept; all others are safely released to protect the Gulf ecosystem.)

 

Fishing style:

We’ll be bottom fishing — and we provide everything you need.

 

What to bring:

Your lunch & plenty of snacks

Lots of water & other beverages (beer is fine)

Sunscreen

One personal rod & reel (optional)

 

What NOT to bring:

Hard liquor

Illegal drugs, pipes, cigars, or glass bottles

 

Smoking/vaping policy:

Cigarettes & vaping allowed only when the boat is moving

Please smoke/vape at the stern (rear) of the boat so it doesn’t affect other passengers

 

Important notes:

Cancellations are not allowed — but if you can’t make it, we’ll gladly try to help you find a replacement for your spot.

Weather-related cancellations: We will notify everyone the evening before if the trip is called off due to weather conditions.

 

Why fish with the Miss Venice?

They GUARANTEE you’ll catch fish!

Their hardworking crew handles everything — prepping the boat, baiting hooks, helping you reel in the big one, icing your catch, filleting at the dock, and cleaning up to Captain Joe’s high standards. They work hard so you can relax and enjoy a fun, stress-free day!

 

SIGN UP & PAYMENT DETAILS:

Sign up on the Castaways Calendar on Club Express

Contact Dave de La Motte at (919) 920-1595 to arrange payment

Dave is also your go-to guy for all questions — fishing, trip details, or anything else you need to know!

 

Spots are limited—reserve yours today!

Fishing April 2026

Date and Time

Friday, April 17, 2026, 7:00 AM

Location

The Miss Venice
465 North Tamiami Trail (Spot 22)
Venice, FL  
USA

Event Contact(s)

Dave de la Motte

Cat Avenancio

Category

CW-Castaways

Registration Info

Registration is closed - Event is full
Payment In Full In Advance Only
NO CANCELLATIONS, NO HARD LIQUOR, NO CIGAR SMOKING, SMOKING ALLOWED ON THE STERN WHILE BOAT IS IN MOTION

If you have a guest attending please provide phone and email to allow us to keep everyone informed
Registration cancellations will be accepted

Capacity

17 Total Slots
Event is full - Waitlist available
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