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We have had a couple of requests for references, please feel free to send yours to allen@fishtalessportfishing.com

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Hi Captain Ron! I wanted to let you know that I had some delicious  Dolphin from the grill yesterday. The Tuna was eaten on Monday of this past week after I returned home, and it was great! Michael and I had a wonderful time on our fishing trip with you and Joey and we look forward to other's ahead. You and Joey are dedicated at what you do and commit yourselve's to  making your customers achieve the goal of catching fish. Thank you so very much for everything.             Danna Snider Office Manager Boynton Beach, FL dannacs@comcast.net
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I have fished with Capt. Ron Allen for several years.  Each Deep Sea voyage was unique and all of the ventures, even the one (of at least ten trips out) when we did not catch fish, were educational, informative and too much fun.Capt. Ron is one of those rare people who cares about his fishing parties.  He has refused to take us out when conditions were not good for raising fish.  He actually counsels parents with children who might become seasick in rough seas. His reluctance, in theses situations, to go to sea takes money out of his pocket but his belief is that he would rather save his customer money rather than show them a bad time. Oh sure we have had days that were better than others, but we have had some of our most memorable days on the water with Capt. Ron. He cares about the fisheries and is completely and honestly involved in the preservation of this astounding natural resource.  On top of all of this, this guy loves what he does and it shows. There have been times when I believe he was more excited about the catch, or a great fight with a great fish, than the anglers were. Simply put, Ron Allen is the only charter Captain I want to fish with when I am in the Keys. Please feel free e mail me at wmiles@milescpa.com with any questions. 

M. Wade Miles, CPA 144 Leisure Lane, Suite 300 P O Box 211038 Columbia, SC 29221 803.731.2727 Fax:803.731.2144 wmiles@milescpa.com       

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I have fished for over fifty years in Florida and have found Captain Ron Allen and his mate on the Fish Tales to be very professional in all respects.  The equipment is first class and above all. the result is always productive.  I have fished with Ron for the past five years, and look forward to this coming season to fish with him again.
Herbert L. Shulman
hshul41350@aol,com

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I would suggest to anyone thinking about booking a fishing trip while visiting the lovely keys to go fishing with Capt. Ron Allen. My family, friends, and I have been fishing with Capt. Ron twice a year for the last 3 years and are positive that it would be hard to find a more professional,experienced, and friendlier Capt. and mates to fish with. We will continue to fish with him each January and July as long as he will have us.   Gun227@aol.com      Sincerely,  Rick Gunter   Frame Pro Carpentry, Inc. Daytona Beach, FL.

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I first met Captain Ron when he was a mate for a local charter boat out of Whale Harbor.  I was so impressed with his knowledge about fishing and his demeanor with his clients that as soon as he acquired his own boat, I fish with Capt. Ron every time I visit Islamorada(for the past 20 years).  Not only is Capt. Ron one of the most knowledgeable captains in the Keys, he is rare in that he owns his own boat.  I have fished with other captains before meeting Capt.  Ron and it was very obvious to me the distinct difference in a Captain/non-owner and Captain/owner.  Ron takes extreme pride in his boat and his fishing.  The boat is always in immaculate condition along with his tackle.   Ron is very picky about his mate.  He chooses a mate that is not only compatible with his style but one that will get along with all clients.  I highly recommend Capt. Ron/Fish Tales for all anglers, from young to old and novice to experts.  I can assure you that if you charter with Capt. Ron, you will come back again and again.   Tight lines.  Sincerely, Mario DiFelice difelice@us.ibm.com Client Executive IBM Global Healthcare Industry

 

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Hey Ron just wanted to say thanks again from the crazy group from Chicago we had the best trip since we been coming down there for the past eight years you guys were great, thanks for putting up with us for two crazy days! We had the best time in eight years of fishing in the keys, and it always starts at the top, the captain of the boat and his coordinator. Thanks again and I will always remember that trip! See you next year! Rich  rjm3476@aol.com 

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We have been fishing with Captain Ron for a few years now, and let me tell you, we've never been disappointed. Every year my brothers and I treat our Dad to a day of fishing in the Keys for his birthday. Captain Ron always finds the fish! Everything about Fish Tales is an absolute pleasure, from the boat to the mate to Captain Ron and to the fish. We're usually in search of dolphin and what a rush it is when Captain Ron finds that first school of the day for us. We've always headed back home with coolers full of fish. We've learned so much about fishing with Captain Ron. I can't wait until  our next trip aboard Fish Tales! Tony Knapik Plantation, Florida drillininthewall@hotmail.com

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We had a great time fishing with Capt. Ron.  I was hoping that my son Rob, age 14, would have his first shot at catching a sailfish.  Well, we got our wish!  It’s obvious that Ron and “E.C.C.” Joey love their work and enjoy fishing.  It was fun to fish with them and we learned a lot along the way.  When our camera failed us, Ron stepped in to take pictures with his own camera to save the day.  All in all it was a great day.  I can highly recommend a charter with Fish Tales in Islamorada.   Best regards, Robert Pullen coastr9195@verizon.net

 

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Thanks for the great charter last Saturday, March 4th.  You were both very professional, and we really appreciated your candor about the quality of fishing prior to taking us out.  I’ve done a little research and that Snapper was big!  We’ll be back to Islamorada and hopefully you’ll be available for another trip. Good luck and good fishing. Sincerely, Dennis & Sharon Nystrom DENNIS.NYSTROM@itt.com

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Just had to send a quick note to thank you again for the great outing last Wednesday, March 23rd.  All three couples thoroughly enjoyed the fishing and now the fish.  Dianne and I had grilled wahoo last night and it was wonderful!!  The mahi-mahi is next. We will be back again for sure--hope to make this an annual event with these good friends.  Bob Jensen JENSENBOBJENSEN@aol.com

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Thanks so much for the wonderful trip to the mound…. My kids are still living that wonderful day catching tuna with every cast…. Thx again for the time of their lives…. It does my heart good to see the boys having so much fun….. Thx again Best Regards, William B. Choate Jr.

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Thank you for the photo, Jake and I had a wonderful time. I will plan to come again. We had a good catch that day, due to your highly motivated first mate and your great expertise.   Thanks again for a geat experience.  Tom Albert  Tallahassee, Fl

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After fishing with several back country and off shore guides in Islamorada, I think that it is safe to say that I have not had a more enjoyable experience. Capt. Ron and Joey make it fun and relaxing. It seems that so many times the Capt. and mate are yelling at each other so much that it makes the anglers uncomfortable. Not on fish Tales. Not only did our entire party catch fish, more importantly, we had fun!  Jon Hillman   fatfoot76@yahoo.com

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 2nd Reference! What a day yesterday was! I wanted to give a big thanks to Captain Ron and Executive Cockpit Coordinator Joey for an incredible day of fishing. I'm going to prepare some dolphin about three different ways this weekend. Can't wait! I'd like to reserve next May 25, 2007 for another annual trip with Fish Tales. My brothers and I take our Dad out for the day on Fish Tales, for his birthday every year,  and we always have a great time. If you would put me down again for next May 25, 2007...and I will have something really cool to look forward to. Thanks again to Team Fish Tales.

Anthony Knapik [drillininthewall@hotmail.com]

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I have been fishing with Ron since he started his charter business Fish Tales in Islamorada. It has been some 15 years now and I can honestly say these past 15 years have been the most memorable. I use Ron exclusively to entertain our clients and my wife and daughter have been fishing with Ron exclusively for our annual summer vacations and tournaments. Ron definitely knows how to fish and more importantly how to have fun and show his clients a good time. I have fished all the other boats in the marina and have for the past 30 years. In fact I used to book six of them at the same time. I used to run a sales promotion and bring 30 people in for a fishing promotion and every time the feedback from the Fish Tales was the most talked about and the most memorable. That is why I now bring in clients in small groups of five and fish with Ron on the Fish Tales exclusively.I have also developed a meaningful relationship with Captain Ron’s lovely wife Nancy. She is the BEST!!! Her impeccable knowledge and expertise in the Real Estate market in the Florida Keys is outstanding! All the friends and acquaintances we have referred to her over the past 15 years have been extremely satisfied. Thank you captain Ron & Nancy for your friendship over the past 15 years and all the love and memorable experiences we have shared and the ones to come. If you want catch fish and have a lot of fun you need to call Captain Ron on the Fish Tales.

Best Regards, Nicolas J. Papadopoulos

National Manager of Training & Promotions, Construction & Rental Markets, Saint-Gobain Abrasives E-Mail: Nicolas.J.Papadopoulos@Saint-Gobain.com

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Ron,
Our group thoroughly enjoyed their experience fishing with you and Joey.  We look forward to next year.
Thanks again, Wayne Doyle

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Capt Ron,I would like to thank you for a great trip. Could not ask for any better weather. Your mate has alot of patience with people which is great. Again thank you. OMy email is Garyg102@comcast.net. Again Thank You. Gary Grosmick of New Jersey ( samartino group)*

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Thank you so much for the newspaper . DJ had to show all his friends in school. He was in his computer class and went to your site ( smart 9 year old ) and jumped with joy when he saw the picture. He was the hit of the classroom ! He was so funny he had to tell everyone we caught 28 Dolphin not 16  ( he kept a good count ) Thank you so much. You made all of us happy. We had a great time and plan to be on board again on our next trip. We tell everyone about what a great time we had and how you are the man who knows how to put you on the fish. Cindi [cstreb@cfl.rr.com]

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Hello Captain Ron ....I just wanted to let you know that myself and the boys from longisland had a blast on your boat last week catching a couple of sailfish..

There time spent on the boat with you and your mate jeremy ..Have to tell you that both of you guys worked very hard to find us some fish that day..And have to say that jeremy worked his but off on keeping the back of the boat clean as well as a lot of fun. Once again just wanted to commend you on running a first class ship. Just wanted to say thanks again for a trip that was well worth it and look forward to doing it again soon .Hope to be back down in December if not we will be back probably in May!!!!!!!  We all look forward to catching some more BIG fish with you again.  say hi to jeremy for us! Drew from massapequa park ,ny FATAL705@aol.com

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RON,  THANK YOU FOR SHOWING OUR GROUP A GREAT FISHING EXPERIENCE. WE WILL SEE YOU NEXT YEAR.  WAYNE DOYLE  w.g.doyle@comcast.net

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I am in sales and my clients are CEOs and VP’s, therefore service and courtesy are important. Captain Ron and his mate were the example of professionalism, not to mention they put us on the fish. It was an experience of a lifetime for several of my guests – they reminisce about the trip on every occasion we meet. The boat is perfect – clean, wide, stable. The gear is top notch. I’ve been off shore at least 20 times in NC, Mexico and FL. Captain Ron and his mate made the trip unlike some captains that treat you like you were bait. A must do. jmcooke@tampabay.rr.com

 

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Thank you guys so much!!! Ron & Jeremy are the greatest for putting up with our craziness!!! The smiles are still stuck to our faces! I can't wait to come back and see you guys again. You were the topic of many Memorial Day barbecue stories as we recounted our recent adventures to family and friends from all over the Midwest. Our pictures have been posted sent all over the web and we can't thank you enough. Moments like that day are what make life worth living and we are thrilled that you were a part of Mancation 2009. We are already laying plans for our next trip. Chris M, chris@chromacars.com

 

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