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Fall Fishing Tampa Bay
With the cold fronts starting to roll in and the Kingfish run in full swing, the dropping water temps have the bite fired up inshore and offshore across the Nature Coast.
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Homosassa · Crystal River · The Nature Coast
Fly Fishing, Inshore, Scalloping, & Tarpon Charters
Homosassa · The Nature Coast · 2026 Season
Now Booking World-Class Homosassa Tarpon Charters for 2026
Homosassa is the Tarpon capital of the world — and the calendar fills up fast. Secure your prime migration dates before they're gone.
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About Capt. Jim Lemke
Light Tackle Adventures offers world-class fishing charters on Florida's Nature Coast — guided by Capt. Jim Lemke, a seasoned Homosassa and Crystal River fishing guide with more than 35 years of experience navigating these legendary backwaters. Whether you're chasing Tarpon through Homosassa, sight-fishing Snook and Redfish on the Crystal River flats, or exploring the backwaters of Ozello and Chassahowitzka, Capt. Jim is the go-to choice for anglers, television producers, sports stars, and celebrities alike.
Capt. Jim Lemke has been featured in many worldwide television shows like ESPN2 Inshore Angler and Urban Angler along with many local shows like Hooked on Fishing with Capt. Bill Miller, The Average Angler, and the 47 Fish Finder with many more.
- Homosassa & Crystal River fishing guide
- Featured on ESPN2 and national fishing shows
- Specializes in light tackle, fly fishing & Homosassa Tarpon
- USCG Licensed Captain — all tackle & licenses provided
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Whether you want to catch a giant tarpon, make that perfect cast with a fly, catch Florida's most sought-after shallow water fish, or swim around and cool off during scallop season — there's no better time than right now to book your next adventure with Capt. Jim Lemke!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose Homosassa for my fishing trip?
Homosassa and the Nature Coast offer unmatched diversity — world-famous Tarpon migrations, trophy Snook and Redfish on pristine grass flats, and crystal-clear springs that few guides know how to navigate. Capt. Jim has over 35 years reading these specific waters.
What should I bring?
Bring a good pair of UV sunglasses, a hat, weather-relevant clothing, sunscreen, drinks, and snacks. We provide everything else — including the license and all tackle.
What style of fishing do you offer?
Whether novice or pro, Captain Jim can cater the trip to best meet your needs. He specializes in sight fishing the shallow backwaters of Homosassa, Crystal River, and Chassahowitzka, supporting both light tackle and fly fishing with live/frozen bait and artificial lures.
What is light tackle fishing?
Light tackle fishing uses light line and light action rods — perfect for the shallow grass flats of the Nature Coast. We also offer heavier tackle for Homosassa Tarpon charters, but light tackle sight fishing is what these waters are legendary for.
What is sight fishing?
Sight fishing means scanning the water for the push or nervous water of game fish in the shallows. Capt. Jim works the flats of Homosassa and Ozello in mere inches of water, stalking fish before you ever make a cast.
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Tampa Spring Snook Fishing is On
Tampa spring Snook fishing has been off the hook off the mangrove shorelines. April is living up to its reputation as one of our best months.
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Homosassa Scalloping Charters
What better way to cool off in the heat of the Florida Summer than to get right into the water and gather up dinner right off the shallow sea floor!
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Check out one of our recent fishing charter videos. Our Homosassa and Crystal River guided fishing trips capture moments on the water that no client can forget.
Capt. Jim Lemke has been featured in worldwide television shows like ESPN2 Inshore Angler and Urban Angler along with many local shows.