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Scott Flinn
Scott F.
Bradenton, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Snook season is open.
Scott Flinn
Scott F. Bradenton, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Snook season is open.
Fishing in Bradenton, Florida
Fishing in Bradenton, Florida
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George Hastick
George H.
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Boy has been on fire for me, filler crabs for the sheepshead and live white bait for snook, redfish, and trout.
George Hastick
George H. St. Petersburg, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Boy has been on fire for me, filler crabs for the sheepshead and live white bait for snook, redfish, and trout.
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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Scott Flinn
Scott F.
Bradenton, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
We are getting a pretty good mix of trout redfish and snook.
Scott Flinn
Scott F. Bradenton, Florida Reported 1 year ago
We are getting a pretty good mix of trout redfish and snook.
Fishing in Bradenton, Florida
Fishing in Bradenton, Florida
Fishing in Bradenton, Florida
Fishing in Bradenton, Florida
Fishing in Bradenton, Florida
Fishing in Bradenton, Florida
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George Hastick
George H.
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
The snook, trout and redfish have been on fire especially on the warmer days with some of the larger fish coming out to play! Docks ant mangrove tree lines have been producing well. With the docks also producing sheepshead which are great table fair.
George Hastick
George H. St. Petersburg, Florida Reported 1 year ago
The snook, trout and redfish have been on fire especially on the warmer days with some of the larger fish coming out to play! Docks ant mangrove tree lines have been producing well. With the docks also producing sheepshead which are great table fair.
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
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
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James Gibson
James G.
Sarasota, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
The snook fishing has been on fire with the warmer than usual February weather! The trout fishing is pretty dang good too!
James Gibson
James G. Sarasota, Florida Reported 1 year ago
The snook fishing has been on fire with the warmer than usual February weather! The trout fishing is pretty dang good too!
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Matt Fueyo
Matt F.
Sarasota, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Spring is springing. We have red tide on our beaches but the back water bite remains hot.
Matt Fueyo
Matt F. Sarasota, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Spring is springing. We have red tide on our beaches but the back water bite remains hot.
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Gil Coombes
Gil C.
Fort Pierce, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
This has been the hottest boat out of Fort Pierce. Mahi have shown up as well as Blackfin Tuna. Sails are also being caught. Bottom fishing has been fire for Jumbo Lane Snapper, Cobia and Triggerfish.
Gil Coombes
Gil C. Fort Pierce, Florida Reported 1 year ago
This has been the hottest boat out of Fort Pierce. Mahi have shown up as well as Blackfin Tuna. Sails are also being caught. Bottom fishing has been fire for Jumbo Lane Snapper, Cobia and Triggerfish.
Fishing in Arcadia, Florida
Fishing in Arcadia, Florida
Fishing in Arcadia, Florida
Fishing in Arcadia, Florida
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Steven Herich
Steven H.
Sarasota, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Here's some pictures from yesterday and Saturday. We're in season now and looking for my first CE client for 2025. Any help is of course appreciated. 😂🎣🏖️
Steven Herich
Steven H. Sarasota, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Here's some pictures from yesterday and Saturday. We're in season now and looking for my first CE client for 2025. Any help is of course appreciated. 😂🎣🏖️
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Phil Pegley
Phil P.
Ruskin, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Warming water has heated up pre-spring fishing With the approach of springtime coming, the fish have been on the move on this warming trend just two weeks ago we were still fixed and a solid winter pattern with excellent catches on hogfish grouper and snapper at winter depth of 45 to 55 feet. There's literally low tides and high skies made for some nice sight fishing opportunities in shore. For some bruiser size cobia When the water rises after these low morning tides The snook and redfish have been to target in the afternoon Using live greenbacks Speckled chop fishing...
Phil Pegley
Phil P. Ruskin, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Warming water has heated up pre-spring fishing With the approach of springtime coming, the fish have been on the move on this warming trend just two weeks ago we were still fixed and a solid winter pattern with excellent catches on hogfish grouper and snapper at winter depth of 45 to 55 feet. There's literally low tides and high skies made for some nice sight fishing opportunities in shore. For some bruiser size cobia When the water rises after these low morning tides The snook and redfish have been to target in the afternoon Using live greenbacks Speckled chop fishing has kept everything going all winter long with greenbacks and shrimp plenty of keeper trout may December and January a big hit with clients that wanted to keep fish. Well, it seems like spring is right around the corner and we should get into some of our best fishing of the year. Let's get you booked in for another great Captains experience
Fishing in Ruskin, Florida
Fishing in Ruskin, Florida
Fishing in Ruskin, Florida
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Dmitri Stefaniwsky
Dmitri S.
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Temperatures are warming up in Florida and we are getting ready for Spring Break! The warmer water has brought a strong bite. Inshore Grouper has picked up as well as every other species after the deep freeze we had in early January. Inshore I'm concentrating around docks and structure, and lately have been trolling deep diver lures.
Dmitri Stefaniwsky
Dmitri S. St. Petersburg, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Temperatures are warming up in Florida and we are getting ready for Spring Break! The warmer water has brought a strong bite. Inshore Grouper has picked up as well as every other species after the deep freeze we had in early January. Inshore I'm concentrating around docks and structure, and lately have been trolling deep diver lures.
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    Frank was 5+ stars. Found some great spots, caught some big fish, and lets just say the fish tacos tonight were amazing.

    Skyler P. | July 17, 2026

    Trip: 8Hr Offshore Grouper - Best In FL

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    Alex is a consummate professional; demonstrates the uncommon ability to banter with and keep kids on the fish while being relatable to adults. If you want your crew to experience a great time and remain comfortable, this is your guy.

    Onni H. | July 16, 2026

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    Andrew K. | July 16, 2026

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    We had a rough day on the water. He is an amazing guide does everything and more to get you on fish and on the hook! I would highly recommend Matt as your next fishing guide! Great guy and very experienced when it comes to fishing the clear water area!

    Jason K. | July 15, 2026

    Trip: St Pete Tarpon Fishing

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    Rebecca R. | July 14, 2026

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    Anthony W. | July 12, 2026

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