Capt. Evan Sanders grew up with a fishing rod in his hands and saltwater in his veins. His family and friends always knew where to find him every day of the week. You guessed it: fishing! Lucky for him, he was born and raised in Florida where there was no shortage of tossing a line in the water.
His passion for fishing started at 5 years of age. Ever since his grandfather took him fishing at Ballast Point in Tampa, FL, Capt. Evan Sanders has made it his mission for others to feel like he did as a kid. Captain and the Kids is part of that endeavor here at Sol Fishing. By day, he teaches students at New Smyrna Beach Middle School as the 8th grade P.E. Coach. Each month he takes out several youth anglers along with an accompanying adult to experience fishing firsthand. For most of these kids, it’s their first-time fishing. They’ll catch anything from redfish to snook while inshore and red snapper while offshore. It’s an experience these youth anglers won’t ever forget.
These past several years have been a whirlwind of excitement for Evan. Sol Fishing took off as a charter business shortly after his son was born. Part of why his charters are so successful is the captain himself and his wealth of experience. Evan spends his time getting to know the people before they go on a charter; what type of charter is best for them and what they hope to catch. He makes it his top priority to ensure his guests end the day with smiles and plenty of fish to go around! That even extends to the apparel side of the business which all go towards Captain & The Kids Youth Angler Program. From hats, lanyards, and performance shirts to name a few, the quality is next level and is the driving force to allow the youth angler program to be Free of charge.
