Marsh on the Fly

Marsh on the Fly is a Louisiana-based fly fishing charter operated by Captain Pete Scafaru, offering guided inshore saltwater trips out of New Orleans and Venice, Louisiana. The business is built around shallow-water sight fishing from a poling skiff, with a clear emphasis on technical fly fishing and light tackle rather than numbers-driven or bait-oriented trips. Captain Pete guides anglers through some of the most productive marsh systems in southern Louisiana, including the Biloxi Marsh, the Mississippi River Delta, and westward toward Cocodrie, choosing launch locations such as Hopedale, Delacroix, Shell Beach, Myrtle Grove, Buras, or Venice based on seasonal conditions and client preferences. This flexibility allows trips to be tailored to tides, weather, and water clarity rather than forcing anglers into a single, fixed area.

Marsh on the Fly focuses primarily on inshore species that thrive in Louisiana’s marsh environment. Targeted fish commonly include redfish ranging from slot size into true bull reds, along with black drum, sheepshead, jack crevalle, and occasional alligator gar. Much of the fishing is visual, with anglers casting to individual fish or small groups in shallow water, which places a premium on boat positioning, quiet approaches, and accurate casting. Trips are suitable for experienced fly anglers as well as newcomers, with instruction available on casting, presentation, and fish behavior when needed. In addition to guided fishing, the operation also offers fly fishing lessons and bird-watching tours, reflecting a broader appreciation for the marsh ecosystem rather than a single-purpose charter model.

Trips are offered year-round, with both half-day and full-day options designed for one or two anglers per boat. Full-day trips provide extended time on the water to adapt to changing conditions, while half-day trips are structured for efficient morning windows when tides and light are favorable. What distinguishes Marsh on the Fly is its technical approach, small-group format, and local familiarity with a wide stretch of southeastern Louisiana marsh, rather than reliance on a single hotspot or seasonal pattern. The result is a focused, experience-driven charter that appeals to anglers looking for hands-on fly fishing in one of the Gulf Coast’s most consistently productive inshore fisheries.