Everglades Backcountry Experience with Capt. Rodney Raffield
Everglades Backcountry Experience with Capt. Rodney Raffield
Everglades Backcountry Experience with Capt. Rodney Raffield
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Enjoy the beauty and wild life of the Everglades on a unique fishing and/or wild life trip through the 10,000 islands with a 5th generation native guide. Capt. Rodney Raffield will take you to places unknown by most. Trips leave from historic Chokoloskee Island.
Everglades City, Florida
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NJSunChaser2
New Jersey53 contributions
Aug 2022 • Solo
Fishing trip with Captain Rodney is like spending a day on the water with a friend. His easy going Chokoloskee way and knowledge of the water and fishery make for an enjoyable day on the water. He winds thru the Everglades and puts you in a spot where, “there’s no bad cast”. He tries to adapt to each clients ability, hard cord no-bait or semi sightseeing/fishing.
Written August 17, 2022
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edgarjKnoxville
Knoxville1 contribution
My wife and I contracted Captain Rodney on a sunny January day to take us in to the "Watson Place", a campsite in the Everglades National Park which was once the homestead of my distant cousin, E.J. Watson. Mission accomplished, we then spent a half-day successfully fishing in small, beautiful waterways, admiring dolphins, photographing alligators, all to the accompaniment of Captain Rodney's good description of the area and its history. It was good to have a third generation local resident as a guide. We will return and hope to have Captain Rodney as our guide again.
Rob, a Watson from Cleveland
Rob, a Watson from Cleveland
Written February 24, 2010
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jim m
Santa Rosa, CA3 contributions
Jan 2013 • Couples
My wife and I fished with Capt. Rodney three days in January of 2013. These three days were the highlight of our stay in Florida. Rodney's knowledge of the mangrove islands, channels, creeks, oyster beds, deep holes and all the other physical features of the area and the way that they interact with the ocean tides is phenominal. His equipment is top notch and well maintained. He works hard to give his clients a great experience at a very reasonable price. Most of all, Rodney is a great guy to spend a day with in a boat. My wife and I will be booking more trips with Capt. Rodney in the future.
Written February 15, 2013
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MomofJandA
6 contributions
Apr 2019 • Family
Our family of four had an amazing day on the water! Captain Rodney was great with our two children ages 9 and 5. He taught them both how to cast in just minutes. By the end of the trip our son commented that fishing was better than playing video games. As I mom, I was thrilled to watch my children experience the joy of fishing. Captain Rodney is very knowledgeable, kind, fun to talk with, and patient.
Written April 8, 2019
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Traveller60035
Chicago, IL62 contributions
Dec 2018
We booked a fishing / nature trip and our Captain cancelled on us as we drive down to the Everglades. We tracked down Rodney who took us out the next day. He was a pleaser..... working hard to deliver an amazing trip.
Thanks Rodney for booking us last minute, for finding us gators, spoonbills, dolphins, turtles, snook, trout and more. You owe us a sawfish... next time.
Thanks Rodney for booking us last minute, for finding us gators, spoonbills, dolphins, turtles, snook, trout and more. You owe us a sawfish... next time.
Written December 25, 2018
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RamblingJimbo
Calgary, Canada144 contributions
Dec 2018 • Couples
I treated my adult son to a half day fishing trip with Captain Rodney. His patience with a couple of rookie Canadian fishermen made the trip a real joy. Rodney also worked hard as we fished the morning’s rising tide and successfully landed many sea trout. We were skunked on the redfish though until later in the morning when he finally found some under the mangroves and we then netted several. Rodney is kind, hard-working and knowledgeable. We will try to get down to see him again on our next trip.
Written December 4, 2018
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amicocd
Lancaster County, PA2 contributions
Aug 2017
If you want to see 1000's of birds of different species gathered in one place take this tour!!! Capt Rodney knows his craft very well. He's informative and fun. We had a blast! A beautiful sunset cruise in the Everglades, seeing the wildlife and learning the history of the area. Give this tour a try. We would do this again in a heartbeat!!!
Written August 21, 2017
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Anup V
6 contributions
Sep 2015 • Family
My wife and I with our two sons (ages 6 and 10) spent this morning with Captain Rodney fishing and exploring the backwaters of Everglades National Park. We loved every minutes of the trip - Captain Rodney is a fountain of information. He was very patient with the kids and taught them how to hook the tackle and cast the fishing line - we caught a number of fish with him. He also took us around the birds roosting grounds, around mangroves, and to an island for some exploring! It was great fun. We also got lunch from him - really nice turkey sandwiches with chips and fruit - which made the trip hassle free! Highly recommend Captain Rodney and his backwater fishing morning tour.
Written September 1, 2015
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Blackyshark
Sunshine, Australia39 contributions
Jun 2015 • Couples
Had a ball caught some fish. Great time, caught trout, red and snookie. Rodney was really good with us who had no idea about fishing.
Written June 29, 2015
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Judy A
Toronto, Canada77 contributions
Mar 2015 • Friends
Four friends started our Everglades adventure with a sunset cruise with Capt. Rodney. While we had a great time for the rest of our short get-away, nothing could top our time with the Captain. His pleasant demeanor and extensive knowledge of the area made for a wonderful two plus hours. We learned about the Everglades, saw so many species of birds that we lost count, watched the Dolphins play in the wake of the boat. All the time you saw his respect for the wildlife and the Everglades.
Not all of us were boat people but at no time did you feel uncomfortable on the small boat. He knew those waters like the back of his hand. We were lucky with the weather. The temperature was very warm but by the time we headed back at dusk over open water, it became quite cool. Be
sure to have at least a sweatshirt to put on. We forgot our binoculars but luckily Captain Rodney carries a pair.
We can't recommend this excursion highly enough. We think a fishing trip with Captain Rodney might be on our bucket list now.
Not all of us were boat people but at no time did you feel uncomfortable on the small boat. He knew those waters like the back of his hand. We were lucky with the weather. The temperature was very warm but by the time we headed back at dusk over open water, it became quite cool. Be
sure to have at least a sweatshirt to put on. We forgot our binoculars but luckily Captain Rodney carries a pair.
We can't recommend this excursion highly enough. We think a fishing trip with Captain Rodney might be on our bucket list now.
Written March 12, 2015
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Fabio A
Coral Gables, Florida
Hi,
How can we book a 2 or 3 hours fishing for March 15? Do we need to bring our own equipment or do you rent?
Thanks
fabio
Written March 14, 2015
He supplies all equipment, bait and licenses. u bring food and ur drinks.
Written March 15, 2015
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