need advise for fishing the keys

[bassnblues]

I've done both on my own renting a boat and used guides. Running a boat in the keys is not easy if you're not used to it. There's lots of shallows and you need to know where you can run and where you can't.

To maximize you're time, I suggest hiring a guide. You'll catch more in one day than a week by yourself.

Jersey gut Capt Eric Kerber guides in islamorada in the winter. He's a great guy and dedicated fisherman. Or you can book through bud and Mary's.