Fishing -- Captain Terry Lamielle has been fishing the area for over 40 years and will teach you all about fly-fishing for red fish, snook, and tarpon. Through Indian River Adventures (tel. 321/725-7255), Cap'n Lamielle will take anglers on his brand-new Sterling Flats fishing boat for private river excursions (all equipment is provided). Half-day jaunts on the Indian River cost $300 for one or two people (the minimum required for a charter), tackle, rigs, and everything included; it's $50 extra for a third person.

Many other charters, guides, party boats, and tackle shops operate in this area. Consult your hotel for suggestions; or call the Vero Beach Chamber of Commerce (tel. 772/567-3491) for a list of local operators. You can also contact Captain Hiram's (tel. 772/589-4345), a restaurant/bar/hotel/marina that houses many charter boats.