Ruskin Weather Forecast

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George Hastick

George Hastick
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported: 11 hours ago

There has been a good variety of different fish being caught right now. It just depends on the weather and adjusting accordingly to stay on the bite! Snook, redfish, trout, sheepshead, mangrove snapper, Key West grunt, jack crevalle and more!
George Hastick
George Hastick St. Petersburg, Florida Reported: 11 hours ago
There has been a good variety of different fish being caught right now. It just depends on the weather and adjusting accordingly to stay on the bite! Snook, redfish, trout, sheepshead, mangrove snapper, Key West grunt, jack crevalle and more!
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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Dustin Lambert

Dustin Lambert
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 19 hours ago

Weather has been windy but days we go it's good
Dustin Lambert
Dustin Lambert Sarasota, Florida Reported: 19 hours ago
Weather has been windy but days we go it's good
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Wayne Johnson

Wayne Johnson
Holmes Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 day ago

Freshwater fishing report. Me and my partner fished a three day Bass tournament on Saturday. We had a great day on the water catching quality Bass. We took first place in the tournament with a 5 lbs. 6 oz. Bass, a 4 pound bass and a 2 pound bass. Total
Wayne Johnson
Wayne Johnson Holmes Beach, Florida Reported: 1 day ago
Freshwater fishing report. Me and my partner fished a three day Bass tournament on Saturday. We had a great day on the water catching quality Bass. We took first place in the tournament with a 5 lbs. 6 oz. Bass, a 4 pound bass and a 2 pound bass. Total weight over 11 pounds.
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James Gibson

James Gibson
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 4 days ago

We are on the end of fall, beginning of winter limbo in Sarasota, Florida. On our Inshore Fishing Charters, we are having success targeting Redfish on the edges of deeper channels, Trout near creeks like Hudson Bayou, Phillippi Creek and Bowlees Creek, targeting the deeper grass edges and muddy bottom...
James Gibson
James Gibson Sarasota, Florida Reported: 4 days ago
We are on the end of fall, beginning of winter limbo in Sarasota, Florida. On our Inshore Fishing Charters, we are having success targeting Redfish on the edges of deeper channels, Trout near creeks like Hudson Bayou, Phillippi Creek and Bowlees Creek, targeting the deeper grass edges and muddy bottom holes and Snook around docks, oyster bars and mangrove points near the same creeks.
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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Robert Denbo

Robert Denbo
Trinity, Florida
Reported: 6 days ago

Trout bite has been fire!
Robert Denbo
Robert Denbo Trinity, Florida Reported: 6 days 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
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Jake Oliphant

Jake Oliphant
Indian Rocks Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

Trout redfish and triple tail have been great the past couple weeks
Jake Oliphant
Jake Oliphant Indian Rocks Beach, Florida Reported: 1 week ago
Trout redfish and triple tail have been great the past couple weeks
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Fishing in Indian Rocks Beach, Florida
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Ike Carrasquillo

Ike Carrasquillo
Tampa, Florida
Reported: 1 week 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: 1 week 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
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Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
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Wade Osborne

Wade Osborne
Tampa, Florida
Reported: 1 week 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: 1 week 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.
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    Tommy and Alex will work their butts off to put you on fish. 4 man limit on red grouper and caught multiple other species. Tommy gave a recommendation to have a portion of our catch blackened and fried at a local pub and it was delicious! Awesome trip with awesome guides and I would highly recommend!!

    Ben S. | December 22, 2025

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    Capt. Jim was great to go out on his boat. Very knowledgeable and experienced about fish, where to find them and how to catch.

    Doris J. | December 17, 2025

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    Captain Vasily is great!! great conversationalist. Great Guide!! We caught so many fish that i got tired.

    Lewis C. | December 14, 2025

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    Dusan D. | December 13, 2025

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    Awesome trip. Had a blast. Communications were outstanding and a great time had by all

    Michael S. | December 12, 2025

    Trip: 1/2 Day Family Friendly To Expert

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    Donald C. | December 7, 2025

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    My son in law and 2 grandsons booked Captain Mike for a 6 hour trip. All of us had a great time. The Fishing was off but Mike found the fish and we came back with 3 big red grouper. Mike has good equipment and I would recommend him to anyone. Hopefully we can go with him again.

    John W. | December 7, 2025

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    Justin V. | December 2, 2025

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    Fantastic experience with Ethan. Professional operation that got us in to a lot of fish!

    Daniel M. | December 1, 2025

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  • ★★★★★
    Had an amazing day on the water with Captain Joe! His deep knowledge of local fishing and boating made the trip so fun. Highly recommend his charter for a great day out!

    Dan E. | November 27, 2025

    Trip: 4 Hour Trip Inshore

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