Custom 15 Flats Adventure Joseph Company

Custom 15: Your Personal Flats Fishing Adventure

Picture this: just you, your guide, and the shallow water flats stretching out like glass under the morning sun. The Custom 15 is our most intimate fishing experience, designed for the angler who wants complete focus and personalized attention. This isn't your typical crowded charter boat scene – it's a one-on-one fishing adventure where every cast counts and every moment on the water is tailored to what you want to catch. Whether you're a seasoned flats veteran looking to dial in specific techniques or someone ready to experience sight fishing for the first time, this trip puts you in the driver's seat of your fishing day.

What to Expect on the Water

When you step aboard for your Custom 15 experience, you're getting the full attention of a top-rated guide who lives and breathes these flats. We'll start early – that's when the fish are most active and the water conditions are typically at their best. The boat is rigged specifically for flats fishing, with a raised poling platform that gives us the perfect vantage point to spot fish cruising the shallows. You'll spend your day learning to read the water, understanding how light and wind affect your ability to see fish, and mastering the art of the sight cast. The beauty of having the boat to yourself means we can adjust everything – from the fishing spots we hit to the techniques we use – based on what's working and what you're most excited about. Some days that might mean stalking tailing fish in knee-deep water, other days we might focus on working deeper edges where bigger fish patrol.

Techniques and Tactics

Flats fishing is all about finesse and precision, and that's exactly what you'll master during your custom session. We'll be using lightweight spinning tackle and fly rods, depending on your preference and experience level. The key to success out here is understanding how to present your bait or lure without spooking the fish – these shallow water species are incredibly wary. You'll learn the importance of accurate casting, often needing to place your offering within a few feet of a cruising fish. We use everything from live shrimp and crabs to artificial lures that mimic the baitfish these predators are hunting. The guide will be poling the boat silently through the shallows, positioning you for the best shots while calling out fish locations and coaching you through each presentation. It's a chess match between angler and fish, and having that one-on-one instruction makes all the difference in developing the skills that separate successful flats anglers from the rest.

Species You'll Want to Hook

While we can't specify exact target species for this particular trip, flats fishing typically offers some of the most exciting sight fishing opportunities you'll find anywhere. The shallow water environment creates perfect conditions for spotting fish before you cast to them, turning each encounter into a visual hunting experience. These fish are perfectly adapted to their shallow water habitat, with incredible speed and awareness that makes every hookup feel earned. The clear water means you'll often see the entire fight play out – watching fish make blistering runs across the flats or diving for deeper water when they feel the pressure. What makes flats species special is their combination of intelligence and power; they've learned to survive in an environment where they're constantly exposed, making them some of the most challenging and rewarding fish to target on light tackle.

Time to Book Your Spot

The Custom 15 represents the gold standard in personalized flats fishing experiences. With Joseph Company's world-class guides and your dedicated boat setup, you're not just booking a fishing trip – you're investing in skills and memories that'll last a lifetime. The one-angler capacity means these spots fill up fast, especially during peak season when conditions are prime and fish activity is at its highest. Every trip is different based on tides, weather, and fish behavior, but the constant is the level of attention and expertise you'll receive. Whether you walk away with your personal best fish or simply a deeper understanding of flats fishing tactics, the Custom 15 delivers an experience that group trips simply can't match. Ready to see what flats fishing is really about when you have a boat and guide completely focused on your success? Let's get you on the water.