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What tournament win are you the most proud and why?

Winning the IFA Redfish Tour in Key Largo was certainly a highlight as was winning gold and silver medals in the inaugural ESPN Great Outdoor Games but I am probably the most proud of winning the Herman Lucerne. This is a tournament that most people have never heard of but it is the most competitive tournament in Florida saltwater fishing. Anglers are required to catch 6 of 7 eligible species including Bonefish, Tarpon, Redfish, Snook, Snapper, Trout and either Black Drum or Black Bass. On the final day, Rich and I had to catch a Bonefish and a Largemouth Bass to win. It took some creative thinking but we got the job done.
Why do you think that you have been successful as a guide and tournament angler?

There are only two reasons: Hard work and determination.
What is your favorite Fish?

Permit
What is your favorite Technique?

Flyfishing for difficult fish in challenging situations.
What is your favorite location outside of The Florida Keys?

Venice Louisiana or Carpentaria, Australia
What is your favorite movie?

So many to choose from. I love movies and watch them until I know all the lines. I like funny ones and ones that inspire. Old School, Miracle and Pre come to mind.
What is your favorite Book?

Lance Armstrong, It’s not about the Bike.
What is your favorite Food?

Sushi and Mexican
Do you have any hobbies?

Running and fitness
What are you the most proud of outside of fishing?

Certainly I am most proud of my marriage and my family. I have 3 perfect kids that make my life worth living. I work on my relationship with my wife and kids daily and strive to improve them. Outside of family, I ran a 3:13:00 marathon once.
What are your fishing goals?

To make Saltwater Experience and Saltwater Game the best two fishing shows on television. Period.
Non fishing goals?

Be a good husband and Father, take my kids on a 2 month backpacking tour of Yellowstone National Park and show them the secret areas that I have seen, be able to complete several reps of an unassisted one arm chin up and one arm pull up with either arm, do one arm standing wheel rollouts with each arm, complete one arm plyometric pushups with either arm, Qualify for the Boston Marathon, Qualify for the Hawaii Ironman (actually to have time to train for it)
Who inspires you?

First and foremost, my kids, my family and my Dad! I also am highly inspired by anyone who dominates a sport and anyone who overcomes a disadvantage. Lance Armstrong, Tiger Woods, Dan Gable, Kevin Van Dam, Peter Reid, Matt Hughes all come to mind as individuals who dominate and remain a positive role model.
What motivates you?

My family is the most motivating factor in my life. I also get motivated when I am working hard to improve something and I see that hard work paying off. Then I get even more motivated. This is true in casting, exploring, trying new fishing techniques, running or lifting weights.
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Florida Keys and Key West Flats Fishing -  Information on flats fishing charters in Key West, Islamorada, and The Florida Keys with Saltwater Experience.  Flats fishing can be done with spinning tackle or by flyfishing.   Tarpon, Permit, Bonefish, Redfish, Barracuda, Snook and Sharks are all targets on the flats of Key West, The Marquesas, Islamorada and the Florida Keys
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Monster Fishing - Want to catch a giant fish?  Monster Fishing charters with Saltwater Experience will guide you to huge sharks, Goliath Grouper, and Sawfish that can be 300 pounds or bigger.  Key West, Islamorada and the Florida Keys are great places to catch a MONSTER!
Florida Keys and Key West Tarpon Fishing - Information on tarpon fishing charters in Key West, Islamorada, and The Florida Keys with Saltwater Experience.  tarpon fishing can be done with spinning tackle or by flyfishing.   Tarpon can be found on the flats, channels, bridges, or harbors of Key West, The Marquesas, Islamorada and the Florida Keys.
Florida Keys and Key West Bonefishing - Information on bone fish fishing charters in Key West, Islamorada, and The Florida Keys with Saltwater Experience.  Bonefish fishing can be done with spinning tackle or by flyfishing in a skiff or one of our Skeeter Bay Boats.   Tarpon, Permit, Bonefish, Redfish, Barracuda, Snook and Sharks are all targets on the flats of Key West, The Marquesas, Islamorada and the Florida Keys
Florida Keys and Key West Permit Fishing Charters - Information on permit fishing charters in Key West, Islamorada, and The Florida Keys with Saltwater Experience.  Permit fishing can be done with spinning tackle or by flyfishing in a skiff, bay boat or offshore center console on the flats, inshore structure or offshore wrecks.  
Florida Keys and Key West Redfishing - Information on Redfish fishing charters in Key West, Islamorada, and The Florida Keys with Saltwater Experience.  Redfish fishing can be done with spinning tackle or by flyfishing in a skiff or a Skeeter Bay Boat.  Fish with IFA Team of the Year Rich Tudor or Tom Rowland in Key West, Islamorada, Everglades National Park or The Florida Keys
Florida Keys and Key West Snook Fishing - Information on Snook fishing charters in Key West, Islamorada, and The Florida Keys with Saltwater Experience.  Snook fishing can be done with spinning tackle or by flyfishing in a skiff or a Skeeter Bay Boat.  Snook inhabit flats, beaches and mangrove shorelines throughout Key West, Islamorada and The Florida Keys.
Florida Keys and Key West Shark Fishing - Information on Shark fishing charters in Key West, Islamorada, and The Florida Keys with Saltwater Experience.  Shark fishing can be done with spinning tackle, conventional or by flyfishing in a skiff, Skeeter Bay Boat or offshore center console.  Fish with ESPN Madfin Shark Series 4th place winner Tom Rowland or Rich Tudor in Key West, Islamorada or The Florida Keys.
Tom Rowland Biography - Complete Biography on Tom Rowland of Key West, Florida.  Learn all about Tom Rowland and his career in fishing, television, and guiding.
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