| DIRECTIONS: 1452 South Pasadena Ave. (Wendy's address) Take Central Ave. west to S. Pasadena Ave. (toward the beaches, past 66th St.). Turn left on S. Pasadena Ave. Go to HUFFMAN WAY (across from Palms of Pasadena Hospital, the next traffic light after "WENDY'S"). There is no left-turn lane, if traffic is heavy, you can use the U-turn lane about 200 feet farther. Drive between "International Medical Laboratories" & "Shamrock Dental Services". You will see sailboat masts ahead. Drive into the marina, follow road to right. Boat is near far end, slip 6IA. (This is a live-aboard marina with many residents. Please try not to disturb their morning. My engines are noisy enough!) Short cut: Pull into "WENDY'S", drive across back-lot of "International Medical Laboratories". Head for the big gray wall. See "PASADENA MARINA" sign on your left. Turn in and drive down the gravel road If you are late, I will wait! Just call me. 727 808-6729 No fish cleaning in my marina. Be prepared to take them home whole, in your cooler. I have ice. Please don't arrive too early! |
| You can use this link to get driving directions to the marina |
| CheapSeaFishing Private Deep Sea Fishing Charters and Boat Tours 42 Ft. Boat 8 Hours $380 TOTAL! St. Petersburg, Florida RELAXING PRIVATE OFF-SHORE FISHING TRIPS/RIDES. CHEAPEST BOAT IN TOWN! 727 808-6729 Also, the oldest and slowest boat in town! Enjoy a slow comfortable ride to the fishing grounds. Sit in the shade, enjoy your drinks and snacks while we make our way offshore. "CAJUN" is a 1965 U.S.Navy surplus "Admirals' Barge". She is slow, stable, and heavy (22,000 lbs.). Part of the trip is an hour scenic cruise (out & back) along the intra-coastal waterway. 8 HOUR TRIPS, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. 7 days weekly, providing good weather. $380 is the TOTAL COST (not per person) of an 8 hour charter for your party of up to 6 people. EVERYTHING IS PROVIDED: License, Ice, Rod/Reels, Tackle & Bait. You can bring your own rod/reels and tackle, if you prefer. It's YOUR day. Bring your food & drinks (alcohol is ok if you are 21 or older ). 1 to 6 people, 8 hrs., $380 total. (6 people would pay $64 each) |
| I worked on offshore oiI boats in 1969 after leaving the Marine Corps. Received my 1st. Master's license in 1984. Former commercial fisherman. Viet Nam veteran (USMC). Easy-going Cajun. In my culture, when you are old enough to walk, you're going fishing! My ancestors have been fishing the Gulf of Mexico for over 200 years. I'm happy when you're reeling away at something that would rather stay in the sea. Former utility-boat captain in the Louisiana offshore oil-fields, navigator for LORAC Services Corp, captain for TransWorldServices. I have been looking at water most of my life (except for a brief time in the jungle; grunt in 2nd. battalion, 4th marines). I offer a relaxed affordable day on the water for those who need a day of no stress on a laid-back & personal fishing trip. Most of my regulars are retirees. Member, Disabled American Veterans |
| DOUBLE YOUR MONEY, NO FISH GUARANTEE: IF YOU DON'T CATCH ANY FISH, I WILL CHARGE YOU DOUBLE FOR GOING OUT FOR NOTHING! (DOUBLE PAYMENT IS VOLUNTARY) |
| My last command in the Louisiana off-shore oil-fields |
| No experience necessary. Novices and pros are welcome. |
| An interesting site by a local sailor, adventurer and author. His latest novel is one that you won't be able to put down 'till you finish it. |
| One of the differences between me and my cat is that he knows all that he needs to know. And if he REALLY needs to know something else, he tends to learn it a lot faster. |
| Cut a few holes in the next box that arrives in your house. Your cat will love it. |
| "CAJUN" IS EQUIPPED WITH: 2 Radars (24 mile & 64 mile) 3 Marine VHF Radios Auto Pilot 2 GPS Navigation Systems Fish-finder/Depth sounder 2 Diesel Engines (1,200 mile range) GLOBALSTAR Satellite Phone Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon Flake Ice Machine (450 lbs./day capacity) Hot/Cold Running Water 115 Volt AC Power Shower and Toilet Microwave and Toaster Oven 2 Freezers (Bait & Food) Refrigerator 5 Fuel tanks, 3 emergency pumps. |
| Capt. Bob, Fisherwoman Francine and her King Mackerel |
| WE CRUISE THE INTRA-COASTAL WATERWAY FOR ABOUT AN HOUR TILL WE REACH THE GULF OF MEXICO. WE TROLL OUT TO THE FISHING GROUNDS, BOTTOM FISH FOR OVER 3 HOURS, THEN TROLL BACK TO THE PASS, TRAVEL THROUGH THE INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY FOR ABOUT AN HOUR, RETURNING TO THE MARINA AT ABOUT 4 PM. ABOUT 6 HOURS OF FISHING TIME, TOTAL. THE SPANISH & KING MACKEREL SHOWN WERE CAUGHT WHILE TROLLING ON 7 HOUR TRIPS. |
| CUSTOM CHARTERS ARE ONLY $50 AN HOUR. |
| "CAJUN" is a gov't surplus ex-navy "Admirals' Barge" personnel carrier. I bought her from the gov't totally stripped. I transferred 2 diesel engines from my old wood boat, installed new reduction gears (transmissions), all electronics, hydraulic steering, autopilot, all electrics, fuel tanks, windshield, overhead, DC and AC electrical systems, etc. myself. $0 labor costs. Fuel consumption is always under 20 gallons/day of diesel. Cosmetically, she is still a work in progress. |
| October 28th, '09 |
| A thankful rescued Frigate Bird. He was ok after a long rest. |
| Jaron's 34 lb. King Mackerel. The record, so far, in my humble charters. |
| A REAL BEAUTY! (Pretty fish, too!) |
| If you would like to book a charter for only 2 people, I offer a discounted rate of $300, total. Please email or call me (727) 808 6729 NO FISH CLEANING IN MY MARINA. BE PREPARED TO TAKE THEM HOME WHOLE IN YOUR COOLER. I HAVE LOTS OF ICE FOR YOU. |
| PHONE (727) 808 6729 |
It is with profound sadness, that I must notify all who have enjoyed
Captain Bob's charters in the past, of his recent passing. All who
knew him loved his quiet, kind, and very often, humorous demeanor.
This boat (CAJUN), and the people that enjoyed riding on her were
a great source of joy to him. He knew his life was ending,but wanted
Cajun to keep making more friends. I, (Captain Ed) had worked with,
and been a friend of Bob's in the past. We shared many similar
outlooks on life and that may be why he asked me to take over the
command, and continue on. We all miss you Robert Ponthieux!
Captain Bob's charters in the past, of his recent passing. All who
knew him loved his quiet, kind, and very often, humorous demeanor.
This boat (CAJUN), and the people that enjoyed riding on her were
a great source of joy to him. He knew his life was ending,but wanted
Cajun to keep making more friends. I, (Captain Ed) had worked with,
and been a friend of Bob's in the past. We shared many similar
outlooks on life and that may be why he asked me to take over the
command, and continue on. We all miss you Robert Ponthieux!