Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: How to make reservations & Deposit policy:
A: Pick which day (or days) you would like to schedule and either call or e-mail Captain Vic. When we agree on a date (or dates) I have open, then a deposit of $100 is required to confirm and hold your reservation. The balance is due by cash, check or money order on the day of the trip. The deposit is 100% refundable with a minimum of 3 days, (72 hours), before the trip cancellation notice or a forecast by Captain Vic of unsafe weather. Deposit can also be used to reschedule for another open date as long as the request is made a minimum of 3 days, (72 hours) before scheduled trip or Captain Vic sees forecast of unsafe weather. Make check or money order payable to: Vic2Fish & Adventures, Inc., P.O. Box 28208, Jacksonville, Fla. 32226-8208. No credit cards nor debit cards.
Q: Do I have to buy a fishing license?
A: NO ! Captain Vic supplies the saltwater license for up to 4 Anglers included in the cost of the trip.
Q: What should I bring?
A: Your food & drinks you'd like for the day, hats, sunglasses, boat shoes or tennis shoes, sun block and a camera if you'd like some photos of our unforgettable scenery, wildlife or that fish of a lifetime. You'll want to take memorable photos of dolphin playing close to the boat, tarpon rolling close by as well as many, many species of birds and in the warmer months sea turtles and a manatee or two.
Q: What should I NOT bring?
A: NO GLASS CONTAINERS OR BOTTLES. No smooth black soled shoes, (they are slippery and unsafe in a boat). No flip-flops, (they also are unsafe in a boat).
Q: Does Captain Vic guide year-round?
A: YES. Captain Vic is a FULL TIME GUIDE & a professional light tackle specialist. Fishing in Northeast Florida is enjoyable ALL YEAR! Some species are more abundant than others depending on the time of year. Even in the dead of winter here in Jacksonville, Fla. we enjoy catching REDFISH, sheepshead, drum, trout, flounder, whiting and more! Make Captain Vic 'YOUR' personal Guide! You can schedule your adventure any day of the week or weekend!
Q: What kinds of fish will I catch?
A: Depends on the time of year, weather, winds, tides, type/location of fishing and water temperature when you go as to what is biting at that particular time. Some species can be caught year-round while other species move in and out at certain times of the year. Pick some dates and call Captain Vic and he'll let you know what will be biting when, OR, subscribe to his FREE Fishing Report sent out periodically on e-mail. It'll tell you what we're currently catching and what's going to be biting in within the next couple of weeks or month.
Q: What type of tackle do you supply?
A: He supplies all tackle and equipment EXCEPT fly rods, fly reels or flys. You are welcome to bring your own fly tackle on a 'maximum 2 person' trip, (only 2 people because of back-casts while fly fishing). There are excellent opportunities for fly fishing the creeks. He supplies light, medium or heavier tackle, YOUR CHOICE. ALL QUALITY EQUIPMENT. Pflueger bait casters on Shakespeare 7' Ugly Sticks, Shimano Sahara light tackle spin reels & medium spin reels on 6.5' Ugly Sticks. Hurricane Redbone rods. Penn 320 GT's on 8' Ugly Stick Tiger Rods for tarpon and shark fishing. He also supplies all bait and/or artificials. If you have a favorite rod & reel or lure feel free to bring it.
Q: What does IGFA Certified Captain mean?
A: Captain Vic has successfully passed IGFA's, (International Game Fish Association's) written test, supplied professional references that highly recommended Capt. Vic to the IGFA's program and then qualified to be Certified by the IGFA. He is the first Captain in Jacksonville to be Certified by the IGFA and one of only two IGFA Certified Captains currently in Jacksonville.
Q: On your sightseeing excursions, are there any places on the water to have lunch?
A: Yes, there are a few places to buy cold sandwiches and drinks or there are a couple of nice seafood restaurants to dock and go inside. The Sandollar Restaurant & Marina located close to Mayport has excellent seafood, steaks & sandwiches. In downtown Jacksonville, The Jacksonville Landing and the South Bank Riverwalk has several types of restaurants we can dock at for your visit, if we go that far up river. Although you can bring your own lunch or dinner and picnic on a sand bar island or in the boat while enjoying wildlife you won't see in downtown Jacksonville. On fishing excursions you'll not want to take the time to go out of your way to eat so bring your lunch and snacks with you.
Q: How do I subscribe to Captain Vic Tison's Fishing Report?
A: Just e-mail, click here Vic2fish@aol.com, (please use 'Fishing Report' or 'e-mail list' in subject line), and tell me who you are and request to be added to one of the lists or write Captain Vic Tison, P.O. Box 28208 Jacksonville, Fl. 32226 and ask to be included on e-mail lists, include your e-mail address. IT'S FREE.
If you need anymore information, please call or e-mail Captain Vic and I will be glad to answer any other questions.