Fishin' trip for the boys?

[balatonbabe]

My DF would like to have a day of fishin' with the boys. Anyone know if Disney does this, or should we be looking off site?

 

[marywdw]

I don't know this from personal experience, but I used to work in Disney reservations and if memory serves there are fishing activities at Fort Wilderness and I think the marina by the Contemporary as well. Also, there is some sort of pole fishing available at Port Orleans Riverside.
I'd call 407-WDW-PLAY. They might be able to set something up.
Hope this helps!!!!

 

[marywdw]

Also, I forgot to mention that all fishing at WDW resorts is catch and release only......

 

[Belle1981]

DF is all about this too! I remember when I worked at Disney they offered this as well. It would be fun! Let me know if you find out the pricing please.

 

[princessdisneybelle]

Here is info from Allears.net

WHO AND WHAT:

A two-hour private catch-and-release fishing excursion in the lakes of the Walt Disney World Resort for up to five people that includes:


--a guide
--rod and reel
--tackle
--artificial/live bait
--beverages
--digital souvenir photo
--one-year membership in BASS, the world's largest fishing organization (membership includes 11 issues of Bassmaster Magazine; a membership pack with a personalized membership card, members-only decal, an embroidered patch and member handbook; free Gear Giveaways; a Boat Theft Reward; information on local BASS chapters; eligibility to compete in national events; and other special discounts and benefits)

Guests may NOT bring their own food, beverage, or coolers.

Extended trips also available at additional cost.

WHERE:

Fishing excursions are available from the following WDW marinas:

BoardWalk Resort
Contemporary Resort
Coronado Springs Resort
Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground
Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Old Key West
Polynesian Resort
Port Orleans Resort
Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa
Yacht Club Resort
Downtown Disney Marketplace

WHEN AND HOW MUCH:

7 a.m.: $225
10 a.m.: $225
1:30 p.m.: $200

There are no evening excursions.

Fishing excursions may be cancelled due to inclement weather.

Arrive approximately 10-15 minutes prior to departure time.

HOW:

To make reservations, call 407-939-BASS (2277).

Cancellations: Reservations are required. 24-hour notice required for cancellations. A credit card or resort ID is required at the time of the reservation. Guests failing to show or who do not cancel with at least 24-hour notice will be charged in full.


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Caribbean Beach Resort

Beginning in mid-March 2006, you can take two-hour private catch-and-release fishing excursions on Barefoot Bay at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort. Trips will be aboard tournament-style Nitro bass boats that can accommodate one or two guests. Cost is $200 for morning excursions; $230 for those later in the day. Excursions include use of the boat, guide and equipment for one or two guests. For reservations and additional information, call 407-WDW-BASS (939-2277).



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Junior Fishing Excursions
(Kids' Fishing Around the World)

The Junior Fishing Excursion is a one-hour long excursion available for guests ages 6-12.

Pickup is available from the following resort marinas and locations:
Contemporary Resort
Sat. & Sun. only; 10 - 11am
Polynesian Resort
Sat. & Sun. only; 10 - 11am
Grand Floridian Resort
Sat. & Sun. only; 10 - 11am
Wilderness Lodge & Fort Wilderness Campground
Sat. & Sun. only; 10 - 11am
Yacht & Beach Club Resorts
Mon. - Fri. only; pickup between 10 & 10:15am

Community Hall at BoardWalk Resort -- BoardWalk Villa side near the quiet pool
Mon. - Fri. only; pickup between 10am & 10:15am

Call the Resort Recreation Reservation Center at (407) WDW-PLAY (407-939-7529) for reservations and information.

Ages: 6-12
Price: $28.16 (plus tax) per Guest

Locations and Times: Pick up areas may vary - please call for hours and locations
Guests may not bring their own food, beverage, or coolers aboard.


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Dockside Fishing

Riverside at Port Orleans
Fishing Hole at Ol' Man Island
Catch-and-release cane pole fishing is also availabe without advance reservations at the following locations:

--Port Orleans Riverside Ol' Man Island at the Fishin' Hole
--Fort Wilderness Resort & Campgrounds

Hours are 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. and vary seasonally. The fishing areas are stocked with catfish, bass, and blue gill, and a catch is almost certain.

Cost -- Cane Pole & Worms - $4/hour OR Family Fishing - $12.50/hour (up to 6 people)


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READER COMMENTS

Dave, 10/05: Fishing Trips are a wonderful way to take a break from the parks and have a lot of fun. What could be better than catching bass with Disney properties as a backdrop. The last two trips that my family took to Disney (2003 and 2005) we did a fishing excursion each time. In 2003 we went in November and caught 22 bass all weighing 4 pounds or more with the largest being about 8 pounds. The latest trip we went in October and caught 17 bass again all 4 pounds or
bigger. The biggest this trip was caught by my daughter and was around 6+ pounds and watching her reel it in was a blast. If you go to Disney in the summer the fishing may not be as good as we have experienced in the fall because of the heat. The fishing trips are expensive, $230 for 2 hours. But I will do at least one fishing trip each time we go to Disney. My daughter and I enjoy it so much and it gives us both some one on one quality time.

 

[Belle1981]

princessdisneybelle-You my friend at GOOD!

 

[PrincessMinnie28]

I just did a WDW fishing excursion with DBF last week and we really had a good time. Just a small edit to the allears info is that the two morning excursions are $235, not $225. Also, we were staying at the Wilderness Lodge and the guide picked us up at the marina there, and that's not listed on the allears info either. You can call 407-939-BASS (2277) to book.

But as far as the experience, it was really fun. We caught a lot of fish (all catch and release as a previous poster mentioned). The guides know exactly where to go to catch fish, so that makes it all the better. I would definitely recommend it for your DF, and if you think it's something you might like, you should try it too. I fish with my DBF at home, so it was a given that we were going together, but even if you haven't fished before, it's a good time... and there's no better ego booster than continuously pulling fish in for the whole time!

 

[princessdisneybelle]

princessdisneybelle-You my friend at GOOD!

Haha just trying to help.

 

[balatonbabe]

Thanks for the quick responses folks. I'm passing the info along to the GMs to handle. I can't look after every detail of this trip