DUCK KEY FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Nightwalker: Bullynetting the Florida Keys After Dark
A 4-hour, all-ages nighttime bullynetting excursion in Duck Key aboard the custom 17' NIGHTWALKER—this guide explains what to expect, what to bring, and key safety notes.
Nightwalker: Bullynetting the Florida Keys After Dark.
Experience the thrill of night-time bullynetting for Florida Spiny Lobster aboard the custom NIGHTWALKER. With specialized lighting that drops into the water to illuminate roughly 40 feet around the boat, comfy seating and beanbags on a spacious deck, and a cooler for food and drinks, this unique evening on the shallow flats around Duck Key is designed for an efficient, memorable night on the water.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
High-Output Underwater Illumination
Multiple lights built into the front deck drop into the water and illuminate roughly 40 feet out and around the boat, making it possible to watch and follow lobsters as they move along the flats at night.
A Purpose-Built Nightwalker
The NIGHTWALKER is a custom 17' Delhi fiberglass center-console configured for bullynetting: the helm is pushed forward on a roomy deck with a large captain’s chair and beanbags for comfortable transit between spots, plus a cooler for food and drinks.
Shallow Flats Lobstering
Trips move around local shallow flats to hunt Florida Spiny Lobster; the majority of the outing is conducted in water depths from under a foot to about four feet—ideal conditions for nighttime bullynetting.
What the day feels like
What It Feels Like
The excursion is an intimate, hands-on night on the flats: lights lowered into the shallows throw a pale cone across sand and seagrass, crew scan for lobsters walking in the glow, and the custom NIGHTWALKER provides a low, stable platform with beanbags and a captain’s chair for the brief transits between productive spots.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The operator notes a cooler aboard that can hold any food and drinks your crew brings; bring the snacks and beverages you want for a 4-hour evening outing.
The boat is fitted with beanbags for comfortable rides between spots and is equipped for night bullynetting, including lights and deck layouts suited to the task.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Nightwalker lobster excursion?
The excursion is a 4-hour trip.
How many people can join a single trip?
Trips are limited to up to 3 guests.
Is the trip appropriate for children?
The outing is listed as suitable for all ages.
What boat is used for the excursion?
The custom NIGHTWALKER is a 17' Delhi fiberglass center-console configured specifically for night-time bullynetting.
What water depths will we be in while lobstering?
The majority of the trip is conducted in shallow waters, generally from under a foot to about four feet deep.
Are lights provided for night searching?
Yes—the boat has multiple lights built into the front deck that drop into the water to illuminate roughly 40 feet around the vessel.