Captain Chris is sponsored by
Mercury Marine,
Mercury Salt Water Team,
Maverick Boats,
and Islamorada Boat Center.

Additionally, he works with the
Bonefish Tag
and Study Program
through the University of Miami
and the
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission for
Snook Research

Holding the tarpon


Robert's Sailfish


Casting in the the Everglades


A day of family fishing


Filming President Bush fishing 2002 Tarpon

Welcome to Stray Cat Charters Tarpon Fishing Charters - Home of Captain Chris Barron and the most versatile charter service in the Florida Keys.

"Summer / Fall Fishing Special" - Reserve today!

Fishing
From Islamorada’s inshore flats, channels, reefs, and surrounding areas to the Florida Bay and Everglades National Park, sportfishing is a year-round event in the Keys! Whether you're a novice or expert angler, Stray Cat Charters offers a variety of exhilarating expeditions for individual anglers, families and groups. Stray Cat Charters also features light tackle fishing for all trips including live bait, spin, or fly. Fly fishing charters are also available with instruction.

Visit our Fishing Information pages for specific species details - where they hang out, and when they are most active during the year. It’s everything you need to plan your next angling adventure!

Eco Tours
More interested in exploring the famous Keys wildlife ABOVE the water than below? Then a Stray Cat Charters Eco Tour is ideal for you. This trip offers wildlife watching for bird enthusiasts, not to mention the turtles and marine mammals--including porpoise and manatees--are all seen along the way. Eco Tours offer a terrific family experience that is not to be missed.

Captain Chris Barron
Captain Chris is U.S. Coast Guard-licensed and has been fishing & guiding the Florida Keys since 1980. He can guide you to the ultimate fishing experience. Fish the inshore flats or the backcountry aboard our 18’ Maverick (150 Mercury power) or choose to fish the reefs, wrecks, and offshore aboard the 243cc Everglades.

Captain Chris' intimate knowledge of the area and the fish that inhabit it guarantee your Stray Cat Charter will be a successful one! So, charter a day, bring your camera, splash on your sunscreen, catch a fish, and capture a memory forever!

Need more information or want to schedule a charter? Contact Us today!

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