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Mark Reeves
Crystal River, Florida
Reported: 4 months ago

Trout fishing has been really good. Sheep head are starting to show up. Reds are still biting good.
Mark Reeves
Mark Reeves Crystal River, Florida Reported: 4 months ago
Trout fishing has been really good. Sheep head are starting to show up. Reds are still biting good.
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
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Robert Denbo

Robert Denbo
Trinity, Florida
Reported: 4 months ago

Trout bite has been fire!
Robert Denbo
Robert Denbo Trinity, Florida Reported: 4 months ago
Trout bite has been fire!
Fishing in Tarpon Springs, Florida
Fishing in Tarpon Springs, Florida
Fishing in Tarpon Springs, Florida
Fishing in Tarpon Springs, Florida
Fishing in Tarpon Springs, Florida
Fishing in Tarpon Springs, Florida
Fishing in Tarpon Springs, Florida
Fishing in Tarpon Springs, Florida
Fishing in Tarpon Springs, Florida
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Jake Oliphant

Jake Oliphant
Indian Rocks Beach, Florida
Reported: 4 months ago

Trout redfish and triple tail have been great the past couple weeks
Jake Oliphant
Jake Oliphant Indian Rocks Beach, Florida Reported: 4 months ago
Trout redfish and triple tail have been great the past couple weeks
Fishing in Indian Rocks Beach, Florida
Fishing in Indian Rocks Beach, Florida
Fishing in Indian Rocks Beach, Florida
Fishing in Indian Rocks Beach, Florida
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Ike Carrasquillo

Ike Carrasquillo
Tampa, Florida
Reported: 5 months ago

With the arrival of these colder weather and water temperatures dropping into our mid-60s. Sheepshead and mullet are our go to fish this time of year on the Shallow Flats around oyster beds and Mangrove lines, sand pockets. Also look for rock piles or structure in clean clear deeper water...
Ike Carrasquillo
Ike Carrasquillo Tampa, Florida Reported: 5 months ago
With the arrival of these colder weather and water temperatures dropping into our mid-60s. Sheepshead and mullet are our go to fish this time of year on the Shallow Flats around oyster beds and Mangrove lines, sand pockets. Also look for rock piles or structure in clean clear deeper water where these Sheepshead are hanging out with Mangrove Snapper. Bridge piling are also holding the big boys.
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
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Wade Osborne

Wade Osborne
Tampa, Florida
Reported: 5 months ago

Shrimp For The Win! I always say, “Fish are Fickle.” That’s particularly true this time of year with the advent of a passing cold front every three to four days. One day the fish are active, the next day lethargic. After a cold front, even when I take the time...
Wade Osborne
Wade Osborne Tampa, Florida Reported: 5 months ago
Shrimp For The Win!
I always say, “Fish are Fickle.” That’s particularly true this time of year with the advent of a passing cold front every three to four days. One day the fish are active, the next day lethargic.

After a cold front, even when I take the time
to catch scaled sardines before picking up my charter clients, the fish barely respond to them. Fortunately, I always stop on my way to the boat ramp and buy some live shrimp for a backup. Having those shrimp aboard usually saves the day.

At times like these, turning shrimp can make all the difference in the world. These hardy baits are appealing to game fish even when bait fish become scarce, dramatically increasing your chances of a successful catch.

Shrimp are known as the “Sara Lee” of baits. “Nobody doesn’t like a Sara Lee.” Snook, redfish, seatrout, sheepshead, and more love them. I could go on and on, but you get the picture. Not to sound like “Bubba” from the movie Forrest Gump, but you can catch fish with live shrimp, dead shrimp, frozen shrimp, or pieces of shrimp. “That’s, that’s about it!”

Additionally, crustaceans like shrimp are not only versatile but also resilient in colder water conditions, which makes them a reliable choice when other baits fail. Their natural scent and movement attract a wide variety of species, ensuring that anglers have a dependable option throughout fluctuating water temperatures.

If you like to fish with artificials or flies, shrimp imitations are the perfect cold-weather bait.
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
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Ike Carrasquillo

Ike Carrasquillo
Tampa, Florida
Reported: 5 months ago

With Tampa Bay water temperatures dropping in the mid 60s the Sheepshead & Mullet action has been the go-to species as these fish congregate around oyster beds, Mangrove lines and any type of structure that produces food for them.
Ike Carrasquillo
Ike Carrasquillo Tampa, Florida Reported: 5 months ago
With Tampa Bay water temperatures dropping in the mid 60s the Sheepshead & Mullet action has been the go-to species as these fish congregate around oyster beds, Mangrove lines and any type of structure that produces food for them.
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Ike Carrasquillo

Ike Carrasquillo
Tampa, Florida
Reported: 5 months ago

Sheepshead and Mullet are hot right now on our Tampa bay shallow flats. We still have a few huge rays hanging out but no for long as our water temps are dropping
Ike Carrasquillo
Ike Carrasquillo Tampa, Florida Reported: 5 months ago
Sheepshead and Mullet are hot right now on our Tampa bay shallow flats. We still have a few huge rays hanging out but no for long as our water temps are dropping
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
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Hank Valencia

Hank Valencia
Seminole, Florida
Reported: 7 months ago

Some trout and pompano but flippers competing for them lol
Hank Valencia
Hank Valencia Seminole, Florida Reported: 7 months ago
Some trout and pompano but flippers competing for them lol
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Recent Hudson Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Went out on a solo flats trip with Captain Brad and had a great time. Slow morning picked up towards midday when we started pitching docks. Captain Brad was a great teacher, explained technique well and got us on fish. Friendly, knowledgeable, and a lot of fun had on the day

    Steven K. | May 8, 2026

    Trip: Clearwater Nearshore - 22’ Dusky

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome experience. Captain Brad and Ben were fantastic. Caught lots of fish. His experience was invaluable. Can’t wait to book him again.

    Patrick F. | April 30, 2026

    Trip: Clearwater Nearshore - 22’ Dusky

  • ★★★★★
    Nick is a great host. Very friendly and willing to share info to help us understand the fish and the waters we were fishing. Helped us have an awesome experience.

    Kim J. | April 30, 2026

    Trip: Tampa Bay Fishing - 22’ Aguasport

  • ★★★★★
    Kick ass time with Captain Nick and first mate Adam! 38 fish caught on a deep fish. They prepped the meat after and I’m still eating it every other night. Had a blast highly recommend

    Daniel R. | April 30, 2026

    Trip: Bottom Fishing

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    Nice trip and experience. Jim

    James G. | April 28, 2026

    Trip: In Or Near Shore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Great was Great ! Aiden was also very good! We had a Great time and caught some Nice fish! Great boat too!

    Bryan K. | April 27, 2026

    Trip: St. Pete Offshore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Leo is Leon’s father and was our captain for the trip. I give him a big thank you and a score of ten

    Rob &. | April 23, 2026

    Trip: Crushin' It Inshore Special

  • ★★★★★
    Never got to meet captain Steve. But Capt.Zach and Justin were great! They worked very hard to put us on fish and were super cool and helpful.

    Brian Y. | April 21, 2026

    Trip: Crushing Clearwater Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    Jake did awesome job we had good time would recommend highly

    Randy W. | April 20, 2026

    Trip: Offshore/ Nearshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Tyson did a fantastic job, our family really enjoyed our time fishing.

    Anne-Marie P. | April 16, 2026

    Trip: Clearwater Florida Flats Fishing

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