With the help of the guide and friend that I had fished with for several years, I bought my own skiff and started the arduous process of learning the water and tides and seasons of the Lower Florida Keys. After having worked for other charter companies to become a more well-rounded guide and angler and to learn as much as possible, I decided to start my own charter business, Shallow Water Charters. I've taken anglers of all experience levels and introduced them to this fishery and style of fishing that I love so much. I hope you'll give me the opportunity to share this magical place with you and put you on fish that will give you a great Lower Keys flats fishing experience.

I have a passion for flats fishing and can talk about it for hours on end. For that matter, I can talk about just about any kind of fishing for hours on end. Whatever flats fishing species is your draw — tarpon, permit, or bonefish, shark, or barracuda — I'd love to share my experiences and stories with you and hear your stories. I have lived in and fished the Lower Florida Keys flats for many years and have fished in a number of other Caribbean locations; none compare to the Lower Florida Keys.

If you're new to flats fishing, I can be a wealth of information and I'd love to pass it along to you. If you're new to saltwater fly fishing, even better. I can show you the ropes of how to handle these brutes of the flats, from fly fishing tackle to knots to flies. I've learned what gear and knots to tie over the years to make your flats fishing experience, whether fly or spin, a success. Even if you need help with planning your perfect Keys fishing vacation, feel free to contact me regarding lodging, local entertainment, museums, points of interest, or a good roadside flat to fish. I'll do all I can to welcome you into this unique area that I fell in love with years ago, and to point you in the right direction.

Thanks for visiting my website and I hope to fish with you soon.
Captain Dale Bishop