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Bobby Ferrero

Bobby Ferrero
Placida, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

The Redfish, sheepshead, and trout bite has been great the last two weeks. They're eating live shrimp. 20-40 fish days have been common.
Bobby Ferrero
Bobby Ferrero Placida, Florida Reported: 3 months ago
The Redfish, sheepshead, and trout bite has been great the last two weeks. They're eating live shrimp. 20-40 fish days have been common.
Fishing in Placida, Florida
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Michael Manis

Michael Manis
Punta Gorda, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

The fish of winter, the spotted sea trout
Michael Manis
Michael Manis Punta Gorda, Florida Reported: 3 months ago
The fish of winter, the spotted sea trout
Fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida
Fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida
Fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida
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Tim Cornish with Cornhusker Charters
Punta Gorda, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

8 different species today 👍... would guess 40ish fish
Tim Cornish
Tim Cornish with Cornhusker Charters Punta Gorda, Florida Reported: 3 months ago
8 different species today 👍... would guess 40ish fish
Fishing in Port Charlotte, Florida
Fishing in Port Charlotte, Florida
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Tim Cornish with Cornhusker Charters
Punta Gorda, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

.. but we wacked the hell outta the almaco jacks, had 3 huge fish that kept breaking 150# steal leader 😳 on biggest rods i got... funny part was his wife said i don't fish, I'm like well u got on the wrong boat for that, i handed her a...
Tim Cornish
Tim Cornish with Cornhusker Charters Punta Gorda, Florida Reported: 3 months ago
.. but we wacked the hell outta the almaco jacks, had 3 huge fish that kept breaking 150# steal leader 😳 on biggest rods i got... funny part was his wife said i don't fish, I'm like well u got on the wrong boat for that, i handed her a rod and she wound up catching more fish than anyone else that day and by the end of the day she was talking about buying a boat 🤣
...but actually got along so well with em we went golfing the next day

18-inch mangrove snapper!!! 👍
Fishing in Port Charlotte, Florida
Fishing in Port Charlotte, Florida
Fishing in Port Charlotte, Florida
Fishing in Port Charlotte, Florida
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Marc Laurin

Marc Laurin
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

Winter is in the air! Pompano are on the flats along with trout and jacks and a few flounder, and sheepshead are on the rocks and nearshore reefs. It’s a great time to get out and put some meat in the cooler .
Marc Laurin
Marc Laurin Sarasota, Florida Reported: 3 months ago
Winter is in the air! Pompano are on the flats along with trout and jacks and a few flounder, and sheepshead are on the rocks and nearshore reefs. It’s a great time to get out and put some meat in the cooler .
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Vasiliy Obukhov

Vasiliy Obukhov
Lakewood Ranch, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

Right now we are catching a lot of Lane Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Hogfish, Cobia.
Vasiliy Obukhov
Vasiliy Obukhov Lakewood Ranch, Florida Reported: 3 months ago
Right now we are catching a lot of Lane Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Hogfish, Cobia.
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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Andy Santana

Andy Santana
Bokeelia, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

Sheepshead bite has been really good and will only get better as these cold fronts move in. Targeting them near structure, pilings, rock pilings along the beaches. Using small prices of shrimp on a 1/0 circle hook and a pinch weight.
Andy Santana
Andy Santana Bokeelia, Florida Reported: 3 months ago
Sheepshead bite has been really good and will only get better as these cold fronts move in. Targeting them near structure, pilings, rock pilings along the beaches. Using small prices of shrimp on a 1/0 circle hook and a pinch weight.
Fishing in Bokeelia, Florida
Fishing in Bokeelia, Florida
Fishing in Bokeelia, Florida
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Eric Ogden
Charlotte Harbor, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

Been getting some good black drum. Bow fishing's been pretty good the days we can get out between the front
Eric Ogden
Eric Ogden Charlotte Harbor, Florida Reported: 3 months ago
Been getting some good black drum. Bow fishing's been pretty good the days we can get out between the front
Fishing in Port Charlotte, Florida
Fishing in Port Charlotte, Florida
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    It was a great experience especially for people like us from PA! Roland was great guide and very friendly and will go out of his way to make sure you get the fish and the iguanas! I I would recommend him for anybody else that wants the experience

    Joey B. | April 27, 2026

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    Kevin S. | April 24, 2026

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    Highly recommend the iguana hunt. Had a great time. Will definitely book another hunt with Roland again.

    Bill D. | April 24, 2026

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    Knowledgeable & worked hard. Got a dozen snook despite wind & tough tide. Great tackle - good bait.

    Drbob R. | April 23, 2026

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    We had an absolutely incredible day with Captain Roland! From the moment we got on the boat, he was attentive, personable, and made us feel completely comfortable. He was especially wonderful with our 9-year-old son—taking the time to teach him, encourage him, and make sure he was having the best time. We caught more fish than we ever expected, and the entire experience was relaxed, fun, and memorable. There truly isn’t enough good we can say about this trip. We’re already looking forward to booking again with Captain Roland!

    Candace M. | April 21, 2026

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    Trip was a lot of fun and John did a great job hitting different spots for us to catch fish.

    Chad C. | April 20, 2026

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    Very enjoyable charter with over 20 hookups in 4 hours. We requested targeting snook, redfish and any other "filet and release" species. Snook and redfish were abundant although many were short they were a great fight. Highly recommend Captain Andy.

    Bonnie K. | April 20, 2026

    Trip: 4-8 Hours Inshore Trip

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    My wife, Carolina, and I, had a great time with Captain Steve! He showed us not only the techniques of catching fish on the West Coast, but also a great time and he is a great showman! Captain Steve definitely knows what he’s doing! We will be back!🙌🎣

    Rafael P. | April 19, 2026

    Trip: Beach Fishing: Family-Friendly

  • ★★★★★
    My wife and I recently booked an afternoon fishing trip with Jose. Jose was very personable and immediately set us at ease. He has a great sense of humor and we laughed throughout the afternoon. More importantly, we caught fish from the beginning of the trip to the end. Jose knows these waters and where to find them. We caught many species (spotted sea trout, sheepshead, redfish, snook, pinfish, a shark, and the elusive triple tail). The sea trout were the most plentiful and made an excellent meal. Thanks Jose for a fun afternoon. We will book again the next time we are in the area!!

    Jim L. | April 16, 2026

    Trip: 4 Hour Trip – Fish And Fun

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    my two grandsons and I Iguana hunted with Logan and had a great time Logan is patient , knowlegeable of his hunting area . had lots of oppurtunities great fun and planning to go again next season

    Bill B. | April 15, 2026

    Trip: Iguana Hunt With Iguana DOG!!!

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