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Austin Metcalf
Austin M.
Bradenton, Florida
Reported 7 months ago
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Austin Metcalf
Austin M. Bradenton, Florida Reported 7 months ago
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Ike Carrasquillo
Ike C.
Tampa, Florida
Reported 7 months ago
Tampa bay waters are warming up and already we're seeing a good number of Sheepshead, Blackdrum, Southern Ray's showing up on the Saltwatwr flats. On the Freshwater side the Spotted Gar are still showing themselves with a mixed batch of Tilapia and other mix. Look for for the shallow banks with the most sun exposure when transitioning into your night bowfishing action also look for down trees branches or any type of structure that fish can hide that's where you are find your Ambush predators
Ike Carrasquillo
Ike C. Tampa, Florida Reported 7 months ago
Tampa bay waters are warming up and already we're seeing a good number of Sheepshead, Blackdrum, Southern Ray's showing up on the Saltwatwr flats. On the Freshwater side the Spotted Gar are still showing themselves with a mixed batch of Tilapia and other mix. Look for for the shallow banks with the most sun exposure when transitioning into your night bowfishing action also look for down trees branches or any type of structure that fish can hide that's where you are find your Ambush predators
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
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Marc Laurin
Marc L.
Sarasota, Florida
Reported 7 months ago
With the cool water we are experiencing, the nearshore reefs have been the ticket.
Marc Laurin
Marc L. Sarasota, Florida Reported 7 months ago
With the cool water we are experiencing, the nearshore reefs have been the ticket.
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Vasiliy Obukhov
Vasiliy O.
Lakewood Ranch, Florida
Reported 7 months ago
Lots of Sheepshead, Mangrove Snapper, Grunts and Redfish.
Vasiliy Obukhov
Vasiliy O. Lakewood Ranch, Florida Reported 7 months ago
Lots of Sheepshead, Mangrove Snapper, Grunts and Redfish.
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George Hastick
George H.
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported 7 months ago
If you can go fishing now is the time to do it. With the warmer days we have been having the spring bite is starting to happen but the winter time fish are still here and feeding, so the whole gang is feeding. Here are some of the pictures from today's fishing charter,they ended catching 10 species.
George Hastick
George H. St. Petersburg, Florida Reported 7 months ago
If you can go fishing now is the time to do it. With the warmer days we have been having the spring bite is starting to happen but the winter time fish are still here and feeding, so the whole gang is feeding. Here are some of the pictures from today's fishing charter,they ended catching 10 species.
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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Joseph Dephillips
Joseph D.
Wesley Chapel, Florida
Reported 7 months ago
Water temps have been in the 50' so the fish are stacked up at the freshwater springs that are put there . They are in deeper water so my 8hr and 11hr are best for trips to the springs . Hogfish , and other reef fish are still biting closer to shore . On my last 11 hr to a spring we caught a limit of huge yellowtail and mangrove snapper , some huge porgys then played w Amberjack had them hitting poppers on the surface , caught like 6 big gag grouper, way too many huge Red Snapper. That...
Joseph Dephillips
Joseph D. Wesley Chapel, Florida Reported 7 months ago
Water temps have been in the 50' so the fish are stacked up at the freshwater springs that are put there . They are in deeper water so my 8hr and 11hr are best for trips to the springs . Hogfish , and other reef fish are still biting closer to shore . On my last 11 hr to a spring we caught a limit of huge yellowtail and mangrove snapper , some huge porgys then played w Amberjack had them hitting poppers on the surface , caught like 6 big gag grouper, way too many huge Red Snapper. That spring is 65 miles . It was a super nice day so we could cruise at 35mph .
We were limited out early so we ranback in about 40 milestones the hogfish and caught about 25 or 30 hogs . Had 7 keepers .
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Dillon Arsenault
Dillon A.
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported 7 months ago
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Dillon Arsenault
Dillon A. St. Petersburg, Florida Reported 7 months ago
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Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
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Cody Beckman
Cody B.
Tampa, Florida
Reported 7 months ago
What's up man sorry I've been crazy busy, fishing has been awesome. Been crushing big reds and snook with some decent trout mixed in
Cody Beckman
Cody B. Tampa, Florida Reported 7 months ago
What's up man sorry I've been crazy busy, fishing has been awesome. Been crushing big reds and snook with some decent trout mixed in
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Fishing in Tampa, Florida
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Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
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Fishing in Tampa, Florida
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Dustin Lambert
Dustin L.
Sarasota, Florida
Reported 7 months ago
Grouper bite has been solid!
Dustin Lambert
Dustin L. Sarasota, Florida Reported 7 months ago
Grouper bite has been solid!
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Steven Swindal
Steven S.
Apollo Beach, Florida
Reported 7 months ago
The weather's been great lots of sharks lots of trout snapper
Steven Swindal
Steven S. Apollo Beach, Florida Reported 7 months ago
The weather's been great lots of sharks lots of trout snapper
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Recent Bradenton Beach Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Going out with Captain Brad was a great time. He is a no nonsense guide who went above and beyond to get us on the fish. Even in not so great weather, he made sure we all had a great time.

    Richard J. | October 5, 2026

    Trip: Tampa Inshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    I brought my son down for a weekend of cast and bkast. We soent all day Sunday with Captain Vasiliy aka The Russian Redneck. He runs a very nice wellcraft center consolw. Boat is in great shape with lots if room. We met at the boat launch around 0745 and after quick introductions we shoved off. A quixk stop at a marina baitshop on our way and the day began. We hit an area on tge way out fir maybe 30 min to catch some live baitfish and puahed offshore around 8-9 miles. Over our 8 hour charter we moved to several locations. If a spot got slow, pulled anchor and off to another. I didnt count total fish caught, but several dozen grunts, at least 15 grouper, a hog fish, some others im nor familiar with. We lost a couple big fish. Guessing they were goliaths. I will absolutely go fish with him again. If youre looking fir a friendlt captain who keeps you on the fish this is the one.

    Kurt V. | September 29, 2026

    Trip: 8 Hours Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    My whole crew was extremely happy with excursion I was sick the whole trip so this review is for them. I’d recommend them very informative very nice and very caring.

    Lee S. | September 28, 2026

    Trip: Tampa Bay Inshore Rodeo

  • ★★★★★
    Such a fun trip! We had a great time.

    Laura E. | September 28, 2026

    Trip: Inshore/Nearshore Fishing 4-8 Hours

  • ★★★★★
    We had an excellent time with Zack. He knew all the best spots to fish and made sure that we were successful. The day flew by and was a great time. Thanks!

    Josh M. | September 26, 2026

    Trip: Crushing Clearwater Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time out on the water with Captain Jerry! He made sure we had ice, water, and plenty of bait. The weather kept us inland a little bit but he was flexible and moved to where the fish were. Our boys were very excited to catch two sharks, two pufferfish, a catfish, and several other types of fish, some of which we were able to keep for dinner. Thanks Captain Jerry!

    Amy G. | September 25, 2026

    Trip: Fishing Inshore/Nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    We had a blast. The captain is was attentive and fun to be with. We will definitely do it again.

    Gregory W. | September 23, 2026

    Trip: 6 Hour Sarasota Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent day out on the boat with Capt. Charlie. We caught plenty of fish, threw some back in and had a good time. Capt. Charlie knew his fishing spots. Would definitely go again!!. Thank you Charlie.

    Cheryl L. | September 15, 2026

    Trip: 5 HR Inshore Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent guide Great personality Will gladly go out again and recommend We had a fantastic time and caught plenty of red grouper!!!!!!

    Richard T. | September 14, 2026

    Trip: Offshore Trip - 27' Cape Horn

  • ★★★★★
    Did a 8 hour trip with Captain Brad The best trip we ever had Brad told us how to fish for gag grouper We did great Brad is very experienced on how to fish and where to fish

    Thomas D. | September 6, 2026

    Trip: Clearwater Offshore Reefs & Wrecks

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