Flats Fishing Adventure with Joseph Company

Premium Flats Fishing with Joseph Company

Looking for a top-rated flats fishing experience that puts you right in the action? Joseph Company's exclusive flats trip takes up to 3 anglers into some of the most productive shallow water fishing grounds around. Whether you're a seasoned fly angler or spinning tackle enthusiast, this intimate charter gives you the personal attention and prime fishing spots that bigger boats just can't match. Our experienced guides know these flats like the back of their hand, and they're ready to put you on fish while sharing the techniques that separate good days from great ones.

What to Expect on the Water

This isn't your typical deep-sea charter - flats fishing is all about finesse, patience, and reading the water. You'll be working the shallows where fish come to feed, often in water so clear you can see them cruising before you make your cast. With only 3 spots available, you get way more one-on-one coaching than those packed party boats. The guide will position the skiff perfectly, using the pole to keep you in the strike zone without spooking the fish. Expect to sight-fish in knee-deep water where every cast counts, and stealth is your best friend. The flats change with the tides, wind, and season, so no two trips are exactly alike. Your guide reads these conditions constantly, moving you to the spots where fish are most likely to be feeding.

Techniques & Tackle Talk

Flats fishing demands different gear and approaches than offshore fishing. Most guides recommend 8-9 weight fly rods for windy conditions, though lighter tackle works great on calm days. If you're spinning, medium-light to medium action rods with 10-15 lb test get the job done without spooking fish in clear water. The key is making accurate casts to specific targets - that nervous water near a mangrove root, the edge of a grass flat, or directly in front of a cruising fish. Live bait works great here: shrimp, crabs, and small baitfish are flats favorites. Artificial lures like spoons, jigs, and topwater plugs can be deadly when worked properly. Your guide will coach you on presentation - sometimes a slow, subtle retrieve is perfect, other times you need to make that lure jump and dart like a fleeing baitfish.

Target Species

While we don't have specific target species listed for this trip, flats fishing typically offers some of the most exciting and challenging angling you'll find. The shallow water environment attracts fish that are aggressive feeders and put up incredible fights in skinny water. These species are often more spooky than their deep-water cousins, making every hookup feel earned. The clear water lets you watch the entire fight unfold, from the initial strike to netting your catch. Flats species are known for their blazing runs and acrobatic jumps, and in shallow water, they have nowhere to hide - it's just you, your tackle, and a fish determined to break free. The best part about flats fishing is the variety - you never know what might show up on any given tide.

Time to Book Your Spot

Joseph Company's flats trips book up fast, especially during peak seasons when the fishing is hot and the weather cooperates. With only 3 anglers per trip, you're getting a premium experience that most guides reserve for their regular customers. This is your chance to learn from someone who lives and breathes flats fishing, picking up techniques and local knowledge that will make you a better angler for years to come. The small group size means more fish per person, more coaching time, and a better overall experience. Don't wait until the last minute - the best dates fill up weeks in advance. Book now and get ready for some of the most rewarding fishing you've ever experienced. Whether you're looking to master sight-fishing, try fly fishing for the first time, or just want to catch fish in some of the most beautiful water around, this trip delivers.