1st Up Outfitters

Fish with a local firefighter who has spent a lifetime on the waters out of Venice. 1st Up Outfitters is built around safe, straightforward trips and local knowledge—whether you’re chasing inshore favorites, working the rigs near shore, or running offshore for big-game action.

Choose the style of day that fits your group and the season, with trip planning tailored to conditions and your goals. Lodging is available for multi-day getaways, and 1st Up Outfitters proudly offers discounts for first responders and military members.

• Inshore: redfish, speckled trout, flounder
• Near shore: red and mangrove snapper, cobia, tripletail
• Offshore: tuna, wahoo, swordfish
• Lodging available for convenient early departures and longer stays
• First responder and military discounts