Eric Ehlers

Guide: Eric Ehlers
Max Anglers: 3
Make: Silver King
Motor: 90 HP
Pricing: Inshore full day - $1000.00 (3rd person – add $100.00)
Half day - $600.00 (3rd person – add $100.00)

Capt. Eric Ehlers is a true Islamorada native! He grew up fishing with his father, Capt. Mike, who has been a long time guide in Islamorada. Capt. Eric enjoys fishing for anything and everything, so whether you want to throw the fly at tarpon, or just bend the rod with snapper and sea trout, he can show you a good time on the water.

Fishing Reports

July 15, 2026

Early Summer Fishing Report

Early Summer Fishing in the Florida Keys June & Early July: Prime Time for Anglers If there is one time of year that truly showcases everything the Florida Keys fishery has to offer, it’s early summer. June and early July bring warm water, calm seas, abundant bait, and an incredible… Read More

Great spot to grab a fishing charter. From what I hear it's much cheaper than key west. Pre order some lunch from the trading post up the street and bring it along. I can't wait to book my next trip and spend at least 2 days fishing.

Melissa B.

2/06/2018

Buy all my bait, fuel and lunch here. Great staff and friendly owners.

Tom P.

1/03/2015

Fabulous Captain and Sportfishing Facility Captain Nick Stanczyk is an absolutely fabulous guide and captain. He knew where to fish which put onto a giant fish very quickly. Then he never took his eyes off the line and kept the boat properly placed for the duration of an 8 hour plus fight. In the end, we landed a record size swordfish of over 757 pounds. As experienced captains ourselves we cannot say enough positive things about Capt. Nick, his boat or and his crew. In addition, Bud n Mary’s knows how to treat fisherman of all levels. The Galley Girls Cafe located at Bud n Mary’s puts together great early am breakfast in plenty of time to make the boat departures and their lunch boxes are excellent as well. If you are looking for great day trips or a trip of a lifetime Capt. Nick Stanczyk and Bud n Mary’s is the place to go.

DebbieL2887

4/01/2019