Vero Beach Fishing Question

[neetze1]

We are going to Vero for first time this July. Where would we go to find out about boat rentals or fishing trips?
Do they rent poles and sell bait at Vero?

Also, are there alot of shells on the beach? Is it safe to go barefoot or do you need aqua shoes?

Thanks!

 

[Dasha]

They don't rent poles at VB yet, but are in the process of developing their own fishing program. Capt Hiram's dock has fishing boat trips in Sebastian.

The beach is sandy and barefoot is fine. But the sand get hot, so it depends on the time of day sometimes.

Dasha

 

[Patricia]

The sand at Vero is very similar to NJ beaches. The beach is much more narrow however, and it takes some getting used to when you see half the beach gone at high tide. The water is very much like ours, just warmer which is so nice. There are also deep sea fishing trips about an hour from Vero. My husband and his friend have done this the last two summers and loved it. If you want the info on that let me know and I will find the name of the boat for you.

 

[neetze1]

Patricia,

I would appreciate the information on deep sea fishing. Thanks!

 

[Patricia]

Neetze,
The fishing boat is called Gettin' There II and they are out of Port Canaveral. My husband and his friend had wonderful experiences and the fishing was terrific both years. Last summer, they caught so much fish, (kingfish, mahi mahi, and baracuda )they traded some at the dock at a local restaurant for some smoked fish. We had wonderful meals at the Beach Cottage with their catch and were able to share some with people at Vero. I can't get the link to work right now (Ok you caught me, I am not the computer wiz you suspected), but the website is www.gettinthere.
Let me know if you have any questions. Again, my husband said they couldnt' have been nicer or more helpful. He is seriously bummed that we aren't going to Vero for his trip and his fishing this summer. That means next summer, he'll go twice!

 

[Patricia]

HEY!!!! My post showed up with an automatic link... I knew I loved the DIS, but this is even better. Thanks guys!!!! Darn, I didn't even have to confess my weakness. Oh well, confession is good for the soul!!