Bud N' Mary's Fishing Marina

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  "guideName": "Vinnie Biondoletti",
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  "bio": "Bud N' Mary's Fishing Marina has been a cornerstone of Keys fishing for over two decades, built on the expertise of 26 professional captains and guides who collectively cover every fishing discipline — backcountry sight-casting for tarpon and permit, offshore trolling for sailfish and mahi-mahi, reef fishing for snapper and grouper, and fly-fishing instruction across flats and creeks. The operation rotates seasonally, targeting pelagic powerhouses like mahi-mahi and wahoo in spring and summer, shifting to sailfish and cooler-water species in fall and winter, while tarpon and permit remain available year-round. From novice anglers to tournament competitors, the marina's depth of talent ensures a matched captain and strategy for every angler's goals and experience level.",
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  "skillLevel": "From novice to experts, Bud N’ Mary’s Marina has something to offer everyone.",
  "cancellationPolicy": "$400 deposit for Offshore, $200 for Backcountry. Deposits required at booking with a 4% service fee. Cancellations 30+ days prior: deposit refunded less 10% fee. Cancellations less than 30 days prior: no refund. Cancellations within 24 hours or no-shows: charged in full. Severe weather: discuss rebooking or cancellation with captain; if cancelled, deposit refunded less 10% fee.",
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  "whatToExpect": "Trips depart from Bud N' Mary's Fishing Marina in Islamorada, with captains routing to flats, backcountry channels, nearshore reefs, or offshore blue water depending on season, conditions, and target species. A typical day includes sight-casting instruction on the flats, trolling or live-bait presentations offshore, or reef fishing with light tackle — all with full tackle and tackle rental available. Fishing licenses and permits are provided by the boat; lunch and refreshments are standard on full-day outings.",
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