Aerial Tour: Charlotte Harbor is the second largest estuary in the United States, second only to the Chesapeake Bay. Our inshore fishing is incredible. Redfish, snook, trout and tarpon are seasonally abundant here.

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Award winning photography


Kids fishing charters

Local tide graph



Weather links

How the manatee became famous



Local sailing




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We are dedicated to improving the fish populations in Charlotte Harbor and its surrounding waters; to encouraging fishing skills, sportsmanship and conservation among our young anglers and to promoting scientific studies and marine research projects.
Our current partnerships include the University of Florida Sea Grant program, the State of Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and the Fish Florida Foundation.
Water LIFE Magazine is our monthly publication.