Tidal Pursuit Charters

About the Capt.

Captain Zach Dubs was born and raised in South Florida. From the time he could walk and learned about fishing, he was hooked. He grew up fishing all over Florida and the Bahamas but has called Jacksonville home since 2008. After Zach moved to Jacksonville, he was on the water every chance he could get. Since then, he’s been mainly focusing on light tackle inshore fishing for redfish, trout, and flounder.

Over the years, his passion grew as he brought friends and family on the boat, some seasoned, others new, to enjoy the experience as they got a fish. The ultimate prize of a day on the water for Capt. Zach is being able to make memories in the amazing backdrops of the North Florida marsh.

Our Fishery

Flood tide fishing is a unique experience that occurs when exceptionally high tides push water into normally dry grass flats, creating a temporary feeding ground for fish such as redfish and sheepshead. Anglers “hunt” for these fish in the flooded marsh grass by spotting their tails or other signs of activity and casting artificial lures accurately to where they are feeding to entice an explosive bite.

Where: This technique is only possible to experience from North Florida to the Carolinas, as these areas have the necessary shallow spartina grass flats.
When: These tides happen around the new and full moon cycles, with the highest tides occurring August through October.
Timing: Trips aim to start about two hours before high tide, as this allows you to position yourself for the peak action, which usually happens during the last hour of the incoming tide and the first hour of the outgoing tide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at tidalpursuitcharters@outlook.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

What to Bring?

Hat
Sunscreen lotion
Sunglasses (polarized preferred)
Snacks/drinks other than water
Your favorite rod/reel, if you prefer

What is provided?

All fishing equipment including high end spinning and fly setups
- Gear from Shimano, Star Rods, G-loomis, TFO, Reddington, Lamison
All tackle including handmade flies
All fishing licenses, first aid, and safety gear
Bottled water and ice in an onboard cooler

What is NOT allowed

Glass bottles
Spray sunscreen
Work boots

What to Expect Before the Trip

Practice casting! , Practice casting! , Practice casting!
Catch and release ONLY, we will NOT harvest any fish on Flood Tide trips
Photos of the day included
Reach out for availability of fly casting lessons prior to your trip