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Hank Valencia
Hank V.
Seminole, Florida
Reported 11 months ago
Some trout and pompano but flippers competing for them lol
Hank Valencia
Hank V. Seminole, Florida Reported 11 months ago
Some trout and pompano but flippers competing for them lol
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George Hastick
George H.
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Snook have been hiding in the mangroves with a few reds around also and are willing to take live and cut baits with well placed casts. The trout bite has been on fire with plenty around on the grass flats ranging from 15" to 22". Live baits and artificial sea shad paddle tails have been catching plenty. Mangrove snapper have been on the bridges, rock piles and sea wall.
George Hastick
George H. St. Petersburg, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Snook have been hiding in the mangroves with a few reds around also and are willing to take live and cut baits with well placed casts. The trout bite has been on fire with plenty around on the grass flats ranging from 15" to 22". Live baits and artificial sea shad paddle tails have been catching plenty. Mangrove snapper have been on the bridges, rock piles and sea wall.
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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Jim Vanderbeck
Jim V.
Clearwater, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Red grouper, red snapper, Mango snapper and lane snapper are on fire in 100+ feet! Sharks are everywhere and you have to move around a lot but filling the box every trip!
Jim Vanderbeck
Jim V. Clearwater, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Red grouper, red snapper, Mango snapper and lane snapper are on fire in 100+ feet! Sharks are everywhere and you have to move around a lot but filling the box every trip!
Fishing in Clearwater, Florida
Fishing in Clearwater, Florida
Fishing in Clearwater, Florida
Fishing in Clearwater, Florida
Fishing in Clearwater, Florida
Fishing in Clearwater, Florida
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Dillon Arsenault
Dillon A.
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Hogfish bite is on fire on our nearshore spots and they are eating shrimp live or dead on 1 oz knocker rigs!
Dillon Arsenault
Dillon A. St. Petersburg, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Hogfish bite is on fire on our nearshore spots and they are eating shrimp live or dead on 1 oz knocker rigs!
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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George Hastick
George H.
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Snook have been attacking live free lined scaled sardines thrown under the mangroves some reds have also been under the mangroves. Trout have been very solid action taking live and artificial baits. Great mackerel action has been over hard bottoms and artificial reefs. Live bait and spoons have been catching the mackerel and they have been running large.
George Hastick
George H. St. Petersburg, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Snook have been attacking live free lined scaled sardines thrown under the mangroves some reds have also been under the mangroves. Trout have been very solid action taking live and artificial baits. Great mackerel action has been over hard bottoms and artificial reefs. Live bait and spoons have been catching the mackerel and they have been running large.
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
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
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Dillon Arsenault
Dillon A.
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported 1 year 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 A. St. Petersburg, Florida Reported 1 year 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 A.
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported 1 year 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 A. St. Petersburg, Florida Reported 1 year 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 C.
Seminole, Florida
Reported 1 year 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.
Ray Culver
Ray C. Seminole, Florida Reported 1 year 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
Fishing in Seminole, Florida
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George Hastick
George H.
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
The 2 boat trip went good father and son
George Hastick
George H. St. Petersburg, Florida Reported 1 year ago
The 2 boat trip went good father and son
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George Hastick
George H.
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported 1 year 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 H. St. Petersburg, Florida Reported 1 year 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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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

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    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

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    Laura E. | September 28, 2026

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    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

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    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

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    Gregory W. | September 23, 2026

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    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.

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    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

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    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

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