We offer world-class fishing adventures in the Florida Bay and Everglades. Your Florida Keys fishing adventure starts here.

Located at Postcard Inn

TARPON | PERMIT | BONEFISH | SNOOK | REDFISh

Islamorada | Key Largo | Everglades | Backcountry | Florida Keys

e. josh@mooncastanglers.com

p. (248) 762-0663

 
Captain Josh Checkeroski

Welcome to Moon Cast Anglers

I’m Captain Josh Checkeroski. I’ve been a fly fishing and light tackle guide for 20 years. Out of all the places I’ve fished I have decided to call Islamorada my home. No other place offers such diverse and exciting fishing. From catching bonefish in the flats to snook and giant tarpon in the backcountry, Islamorada has it all. I love teaching beginners the sport and helping seasoned anglers tune in their techniques.

Best Fishing in the World

Located at Postcard Inn, Islamorada. The Florida Keys and Everglades National Park are home to some of the world’s best fly and light tackle fishing. Popular species include Tarpon, Bonefish, Permit, Snook, Redfish, Jacks, and Snapper. Whether you want to catch your first saltwater species or hunt permit on the flats, I guide both beginners and experts and look forward to sharing my years of guiding experience with you.

The Contender 25 bay

In addition to our 18 Hells Bay Marquesa, we are now offering the 25 bay to accommodate larger groups. This boat can comfortably fish up to 4 anglers in just about any conditions. This boat is amazing at fishing reefs, backcountry and bridges.

FLorida Keys | Oceanside

Fly fishing and light tackle fishing in the Keys is truly amazing. Not only do the fish pull hard, but you’re in one of the most beautiful places in the world. Sight fishing to Tarpon, Bonefish, and Permit is the reason I moved to the Keys. These fish offer challenges and the reward is worth every minute of it.

Get your Everglades Park pass HERE

Everglades | Backcountry

The Everglades and backcountry are on the bayside of Islamorada. Right out the back door. Come enjoy Exciting Tarpon, Snook, Redfish, and Permit fishing. The backcountry is an exciting place to explore and is a great way to escape the crowds and hunt fish.

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Super awesome couple of weeks jumping and landing poon with new and return anglers. Had a lot of literal ups and downs with some giant silver kings. Lost some heartbreakers and got to get my hands on a few firsts for the guys. My guests always ask
Ryan with a super epic day on the fly rod. Good casts got paid today. He caught his first, his biggest, and his smallest. Thanks for the fun day dude!!! @hellsbayboatworks …. …. #tarpononfly #islamorada #everglades #floridakeys #silver
Pretty badass day fishing with “Evenflow” @ferzan and “newports” @jwaal We spent a lot of time in the trees, saw some crocs, I ate a soggy sandwich, caught some poon, snooks, redfish, and learned industry jargon. …. #ev

Testimonials

Kudos

I've had several great days with Capt. Josh. He is always up for trying new things, but never shows up without a plan in order for the day. He knows the water he fishes very well, posses the gear to get him there and has a great attitude to make the day enjoyable and memorable. 

- Tim

Hi everyone! If you are interested in a fantastic, fun, educational fishing experience in the skinny waters of Islamorada and into the backcountry of the Everglades then Captain Josh is your guide! My 15 year old son and I caught a bunch of fish yesterday including a mixed bag of snook, redfish, trout, and black drum.

- Brian

Captain Josh put me onto Tarpon, Snook and Redfish on the fly. He is very knowledgeable and I had a great time on his Maverick flats boat. I highly recommend booking a Charter with Moon Cast Anglers, this was the best fishing experience I have ever had!

- Jarad

Having fished with Capt. Checkeroski over the last five years between Florida, Idaho, and Mexico, I have come to know him as a hardworking guide and friend. Each time I step in his boat I’m always impressed with his level of professionalism and determination to make the most out of every minute of every trip.

- Jeff

I’ve been fishing with Capt. Josh for the past 10 years in Florida and Idaho. It’s always an amazing experience. Not only is Josh an excellent guide in terms of putting you on fish, he is a phenomenal teacher. He cares enough about your experience that he takes the time to work on your technique to help you catch more fish! He’s extremely professional and very hard working.

- Ronnie

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I use the best gear in the business.

My fishing method of choice is the fly rod. I tie all of my flies for myself and my guests. If you are new to the sport of fly fishing or want to try something new I can get you up to speed and casting! I love teaching new anglers of all ages and skill levels the way of the fly!

As far as spinning gear, years of experience as an angler and fishing guide have taught me that the fly rod is not always the best tool for the job. At times weather conditions, type of fish, and topography can make fly fishing difficult. For this reason I also keep spinning gear on my boat and am happy to fish primarily spinning gear if requested.

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