Ruskin Weather Forecast

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Mike Ayersman
Mike A.
Lakeland, Florida
Reported 9 months ago
Bite has been fire. Plenty of redfish. Mackerel has started to fire off.
Mike Ayersman
Mike A. Lakeland, Florida Reported 9 months ago
Bite has been fire. Plenty of redfish. Mackerel has started to fire off.
Fishing in Lakeland, Florida
Fishing in Lakeland, Florida
Fishing in Lakeland, Florida
Fishing in Lakeland, Florida
Fishing in Lakeland, Florida
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George Hastick
George H.
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported 11 months 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 11 months 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 11 months 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 11 months 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 11 months 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 11 months 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 11 months 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 11 months 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
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
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Brandon Douberly
Brandon D.
Bartow, Florida
Reported 11 months ago
Hot bite to start summer with schools of mangrove snapper and redfish on the mangrove islands. Snook are getting to the beaches and passes for spawn. Bait has been plentiful and the fish are fired up.
Brandon Douberly
Brandon D. Bartow, Florida Reported 11 months ago
Hot bite to start summer with schools of mangrove snapper and redfish on the mangrove islands. Snook are getting to the beaches and passes for spawn. Bait has been plentiful and the fish are fired up.
Fishing in Bartow, Florida
Fishing in Bartow, Florida
Fishing in Bartow, Florida
Fishing in Bartow, Florida
Fishing in Bartow, Florida
Fishing in Bartow, 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.
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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Recent Ruskin Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Great time! Very welcoming and alot of fun! Definitely booking again

    Tylan K. | July 17, 2026

    Trip: 4 Hour Trip – Neptune’s Feast

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    My guys had a great time on their fishing trip with Captain Nick! The trip was booked per my 10 year old son’s request, and he was accompanied by his step dad and grandpas. Nick was very pleasant and friendly, experienced, and treated my boy as one of his own. They all had a really great time and learned a lot during their trip. Thanks Captain Nick!

    Aj W. | July 17, 2026

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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

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great day out on the water with Steven picking up all different species from Triple Tail to Trout.

    Steven F. | July 16, 2026

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    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

    Trip: Bradenton Classic Nearshore

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    We had an amazing time with Dan. We caught plenty of fish and he was great with our kids. Highly recommend using Dan if you’re in the area and want to take the family out.

    Andrew K. | July 16, 2026

    Trip: 3-6 Hour Inshore/Nearshore Trip

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    We arrived at the Dock to meet the Captain and get our trip underway ,Captain Tommy was awesome right from the start not to mention very nice boat with a lot of room and very fast !!! He was an awesome Fisherman and would teach and show his skill’s and would answer any questions. Captain Tommy would absolutely put you right on the fish , if he didn’t like a spot he would drag and go somewhere else !! 10 out of 10 for us ,we would always book him if we are in the area. Hope to get him up to Destin sometime!!!

    Shawn S. | July 15, 2026

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    Excellent trip! Great hospitality!

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