Capt. Rick.
It was a great experience! Especially catching the Mack. I
learned a lot about navigating in these waters, fishing and a
few new things about handling my boat. I would & will
recommend your services and extensive knowledge to my
friends.
Thanks again, Ron
Hi Rick:
Just received the bag of worms you sent me - and wanted to say
THANKS...I plan to put them to good use tomorrow as Ron & I are
going to venture out on his new boat.
He really enjoyed your instructional day and has a lot more
confidence now.
I would recommend anyone who gets a new boat or new to the area
do the same.
Thanks again, Foster
Hi Capt. Rick:
Thank you very much for the photos from our fishing trip. I really
wish I had a video of us when I caught my Redfish. It had to be
hilarious to watch but it was no laughing matter as we tried to get
that fish into the boat. Both RC and I could not stop talking about
what a great day we had and how much we enjoy fishing with you.
It is a real pleasure to fish with such a knowledgeable guide who
is not only a great teacher, but more importantly, a good friend.
Prior to moving to the Crystal River area I was primarily a
fresh water bass fisherman and had come to rely on one particular
plastic worm that produced for me each time I went fishing. Since
I now live near the Gulf I knew I would be doing more salt water
fishing then fresh so I joined the Pine Ridge Fishing Club. RC also
joined the club and we chartered fishing trips with several other
guides before we heard you speak at the Club. You had our
attention from the moment you started talking about fishing with
artificial vs. live bait or cut bait. Each time we have going fishing
with you we have learned something new in the way of lures and
equipment as well as knowledge of the water and our
environment that we can use in the future. I am no longer a one
lure fisherman. I can't imagine going after trout without a Cajun
Thunder popping cork with a jig and some form of Riptide artificial
suspended under it. I have caught trout, grouper, redfish and
even a flounder on the Thunder-Spin which has to be one of the
most versatile lures I now own.
Again, thank you for a great day on the water and a great day
fishing.
Best Regards,
Matt
Ever since I was a little girl, I have been fascinated with the Florida
Manatee. My husband and I have been out many times to see them
from a boat or kayak. Every year around January or February, we
go out to one of the rivers to see these beautiful creatures. The
event has become a tradition in our family.
Never did I imagine what our last trip would have in store for us.
We decided to go out with a local guide, Capt. Rick Burns of Reel
Burns Charters, in hopes that he would have “an inside” on the
best places to find manatees. Capt. Rick not only found the perfect
location, but he also suggested that we get in the water and swim
with the marvelous creatures. While my husband was excited
about the suggestion, I was still reluctant. I had never done that
before and I had no idea what was in store for me.
But with a little encouragement from Capt. Rick, I was in the water
and feeling great! He promised to follow us while we were in the
water so it would not seem that we had wandered too far from the
boat. He always kept us aware of the direction in which the
manatees were swimming so we could follow them. He helped us
back in the boat. And much to my surprise, he had even taken
pictures of me and my husband playing with the manatees!
I cannot say enough about my experience this last weekend. It was
truly one of the best days of my life. Swimming with these docile,
playful, amazing animals is something I will never forget. We will
definitely be going out again with Capt. Rick!
Sincerely,
Ravi and Nikki Tata
