I need advice
 

A buddy and I are planning a trip down to Venice for a few days fishing, but I need some advice on a few things.. I want to primarily fish for Reds and Trout but may allow a day for an offshore trip.
I need a recommendation on a good guide, lodging, and the best time to go. The calendar is wide open so times really dont matter. We are planning to take our spouses so lodgings dont need to be luxury but at least clean. any input would be appreciated.

does it have to be venice?

Hey man pm me if you want to rent a clean awesome camp out for a few nights...

Offshore = May!!!!!!!! Tuna, dolphin, wahoo, and a shot at a marlin. Come back and stop and catch your amberjack and red snapper and maybe a cobia. Overnight trips are awesome, and a very good shot at swordfish if you are interested in that. Venice is very close to the shelf so short ride to the fishing grounds. Several guides to look into, but Peace Marvel is the man if you can get him. Not sure if he is advertising, but he is the man. Can look up Venice Marina or Cypress Cove Marina and they can shoot you in a good direction. Awesome place for fishing. Trout and reds should be very good in May also.

Try this addy. www.reellouisianaadventures.com Ms. Susan can set you up w/ whatever kind of trip you want.

I second Peace Marvel I got his number if you are interested

Peace is probably one of the best. just remember he is not reel peace charters anymore.

Are the wives fishing? If not then Venice isn't where you want to go cause there is nothing else to do there. Try Grand Isle if this is the case

I think it is peacekeeper charters now

HUNTER CALABRARO (SP??) Young cat but works his butt off...was our captain and deck hand out of venice...did a hell of a job...

Hunter is right up there w/ the best and will do everything he can to make sure you have a good time and catch fish.
And yes peace is peacekeeper charters.

Is this the young guy that fishes out of a contender? I saw a show with this guy on it, seemed luke a real nice guy who knows his stuff!

Hunter is amazing...dude knows what he's doing

really guys I appreciate the input. the wives will be fishing also so the only entertainment that is needed is strong drinks and good food in the evening. If anyone has the contact info for Mr. Peace or Mr. Hunter please forward it.

also, I guess that we are not locked in to Venice but I understand that the fishing is pretty awesome and we could tie in a trip to N.O.

Same with grand isle, but with more night life.......hunter is great!! But his boat is way underpowered.....when your paying for gas, that's an issue......just sayin

When I fished Venice we chartered Shane Mayfield. He runs a Blackjack boat and really knows his stuff in the wagon wheel. Make sure you take food for your room. Theres only one little convenience store down there and it aint cheap.

Here is Peace's number 504-858-8862

The fishing is great in both Venice and Grand Isle the main difference is that Venice is a fishing destination and Grand Isle is a vacation destination.

fishing is the priority

it is for me too... what i meant is GI has beaches (surf fishing is on fire in the late spring- early fall) and is more long stay tourist friendly. Dont get me wrong Venice has great fishing but that is all there is to do... just thought i would let you know what was up

Venice while the fishing is great is just fishing.
grand isle has a few good resturants and bars also has access to the same off shore fishing areas as venice .
Also has the beach for surf fishing crabbing or just relaxin.
there are places in grand isle w/ kitchens if you want to do the cooking and allmost all the motels have boiling / frying facilities outside.
You can rent anything from a room w/ bath and bed to 2 br motel room w/ kitchen or a full camp to youself..
If you want to consider grand isle ,let me know and i can set you up w/ numbers and /or email for lodging ,inshore and off shore fishing in the area.

I understand completley, once again I really appreciate the feedback, it is exactly what I was hoping for. The wives are looking for good fishing also. do they have a liquor store in venice??? probably a stupid question.

I will check with my bud about Grand Isle. I have never been to either so am open either way.

Grand Isle actually looks like a little shorter drive so it might be a good fit. I will check with my bud and see what he thinks.

No liquor store in venice or grand isle bring it w/ you .
Cost is high for beer or liquor in both places
No stupid questions only stupid answers