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Dillon Arsenault

Dillon Arsenault
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported: 7 hours ago

Tarpon bite at night and day time time has been on fire! we are slaying them under the lights on the bridges at night and beaches during day.
Dillon Arsenault
Dillon Arsenault St. Petersburg, Florida Reported: 7 hours ago
Tarpon bite at night and day time time has been on fire! we are slaying them under the lights on the bridges at night and beaches during day.
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Dillon Arsenault

Dillon Arsenault
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported: 7 hours ago

The grouper have been very active still, they are biting harder than Ive seen in years and more fish then we can count. the population is thick and healthy!
Dillon Arsenault
Dillon Arsenault St. Petersburg, Florida Reported: 7 hours ago
The grouper have been very active still, they are biting harder than Ive seen in years and more fish then we can count. the population is thick and healthy!
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Ray Culver

Ray Culver
Seminole, Florida
Reported: 4 weeks ago

The moment we’ve all been waiting for is here—the tarpon migration has officially arrived, and the bite is on! These powerful, acrobatic fish offer one of the most exciting experiences in sport fishing, and now’s your chance to be part of the action. Prime dates in May and June are...
Ray Culver
Ray Culver Seminole, Florida Reported: 4 weeks ago
The moment we’ve all been waiting for is here—the tarpon migration has officially arrived, and the bite is on! These powerful, acrobatic fish offer one of the most exciting experiences in sport fishing, and now’s your chance to be part of the action. Prime dates in May and June are going fast, and once they’re gone, they’re gone. If you’ve been thinking about booking your trip, now is the time to lock it in. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity.
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Fishing in Seminole, Florida
Fishing in Seminole, Florida
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George Hastick

George Hastick
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported: 4 weeks ago

The 2 boat trip went good father and son
George Hastick
George Hastick St. Petersburg, Florida Reported: 4 weeks ago
The 2 boat trip went good father and son
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George Hastick

George Hastick
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Snook, redfish and trout have all been coming to the boat with some monster fish mixed in! Live scaled sardines free lined and under a float along with sea shads by Saltwater Assassin have all been catching fish.
George Hastick
George Hastick St. Petersburg, Florida Reported: 1 month ago
Snook, redfish and trout have all been coming to the boat with some monster fish mixed in! Live scaled sardines free lined and under a float along with sea shads by Saltwater Assassin have all been catching fish.
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
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Ron Finger

Ron Finger with Fishhawk Charters
Tierra Verde, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Sport Fishing, Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Shark Fishing, Tuna Fishing, and Sword Fishing. With over 35 years of expertise, we offer a experience that delivers an unforgettable blend of adrenaline, strength, and salty air. These trips take individuals far beyond the shallow waters into the deep blue Gulf, where massive reefs,...
Ron Finger
Ron Finger with Fishhawk Charters Tierra Verde, Florida Reported: 1 month ago
Sport Fishing, Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Shark Fishing, Tuna Fishing, and Sword Fishing. With over 35 years of expertise, we offer a experience that delivers an unforgettable blend of adrenaline, strength, and salty air. These trips take individuals far beyond the shallow waters into the deep blue Gulf, where massive reefs, wrecks, and drop-offs hide some of the Gulf’s most exciting game fish. Whether opting for a half or full-day experience, Our charters guarantee top-tier rods, reels, and tackle, along with clean, comfortable boats loaded with GPS and fish finders, to provide a smooth, enjoyable day. Choosing to fish with us means you’ll be in good hands with a very experienced and passionate deckhand. Our goal is to ensure we have a safe day charter fishing on the West Coast of Florida and that you are provided with everything you need to reel in the big ones!
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Dillon Arsenault

Dillon Arsenault
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

The cobia are starting to move into the bay pretty thick! And they are eating white bait and pretty much any other baits if they are hungry enough! Trout bite continues to stay consistent with many gator trout and keeper's being put into boat! And they are eating shrimp, pinfish...
Dillon Arsenault
Dillon Arsenault St. Petersburg, Florida Reported: 1 month ago
The cobia are starting to move into the bay pretty thick! And they are eating white bait and pretty much any other baits if they are hungry enough! Trout bite continues to stay consistent with many gator trout and keeper's being put into boat! And they are eating shrimp, pinfish and white bait in the flats! The night time gag grouper bite has been no stop and they are eating anything we throw at them! To many to count and we are getting them in all depths in the bay and bridges. Mackerel bite has been on fire with xxl macs eating all the white baits we throw at them at any depths! Snook action at night time and day time has been super consistent and they are eating jigs and live bait! Catching them in flats and on bridges.
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Scott Flinn

Scott Flinn
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Lots of snook redfish and trout in the bay. Starting to see some tarpon show up. Offshore it's been too windy to get out there but there is Cobia and kingfish here now. Lots of snook redfish and trout in the bay. Starting to see some tarpon show up. Offshore...
Scott Flinn
Scott Flinn Bradenton, Florida Reported: 1 month ago
Lots of snook redfish and trout in the bay. Starting to see some tarpon show up. Offshore it's been too windy to get out there but there is Cobia and kingfish here now.
Lots of snook redfish and trout in the bay. Starting to see some tarpon show up. Offshore
it's been too windy to get out there but there is Cobia and kingfish here now.
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