Venice Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Michael Castaldi
Punta Gorda, Florida
Reported: 2 days ago

Fishing has been on fire using live bait the water temperatures have had them going nuts and the boat can take up to 4 people very comfortably

Michael Castaldi Punta Gorda, Florida Reported: 2 days ago

Fishing has been on fire using live bait the water temperatures have had them going nuts and the boat can take up to 4 people very comfortably

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Charlie Tita
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 4 days ago

Nearshore continues to be productive with a variety of Snapper including Hog Snapper and Inshore proves to be productive with quality Red Drum and Speckled Trout. Book a trip and also ask me about "catch and cook" at local restaurants after I properly filet and package your catch. 🎣

Charlie Tita Bradenton, Florida Reported: 4 days ago

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Austin Metcalf
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 4 days ago

Fishing has been great!

Austin Metcalf Bradenton, Florida Reported: 4 days ago

Fishing has been great!

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Leighton Ingram
Punta Gorda, Florida
Reported: 6 days ago

Tarpon !!! Snook in between

Leighton Ingram Punta Gorda, Florida Reported: 6 days ago

Tarpon !!! Snook in between

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John Perry
Placida, Florida
Reported: 6 days ago

American red snapper opens June 1st.

John Perry Placida, Florida Reported: 6 days ago

American red snapper opens June 1st.

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James Gibson
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 2 weeks ago

Summer is upon us in Sarasota Bay. Our customers are enjoying catching Snook, Redfish and Trout in and around New pass and Big Pass.

James Gibson Sarasota, Florida Reported: 2 weeks ago

Summer is upon us in Sarasota Bay. Our customers are enjoying catching Snook, Redfish and Trout in and around New pass and Big Pass.

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Austin Metcalf
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 3 weeks ago

Fishing has been good!

Austin Metcalf Bradenton, Florida Reported: 3 weeks ago

Fishing has been good!

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Phil Dyer
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 3 weeks ago

Phil Dyer Bradenton, Florida Reported: 3 weeks ago

the past few weeks have been some good spring fishing with lots of trout, mackerel, jacks, blue fish, lady fish and an occasional shark on deeper grass flats. Snook, redfish, trout, and flounder have been in shallower water and mangrove areas.
Gulf fishing has been pretty good on bottom fishing for snapper, porgies, trigger fish and grouper. Gulf fishing had some recent mackerel and kingfish, but this last week has produced a few cobia.

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★★★★★
Awesome capt Taylor ! He did everything perfect and put us on fish and so enjoyable to be on his boat with such a great guide!
Mark H. | May 12, 2026

Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter Bradenton
★★★★★
Had a great experience with Captain Nate! He was awesome with our 3 kids and made the experience very enjoyable!
Desiree M. | May 10, 2026

Trip: 4-8 Hour Fishing Trip
★★★★★
My son and I did a 6 hour off shore fishing charter with Capt. Mike and had a fantastic time. Mike got in touch with us immediately after we booked. His communication was clear, concise and accurate. He was in touch again the day before our trip to see if we had any questions and asked if we had any particular type of fish that we wanted to fish for. On the day of the trip, we arrived 15 minutes before our scheduled departure. Mike already had the boat in the water and the fishing poles rigged and ready. After a brief safety discussion and orientation to the boat, we took off. Mike took us 40 miles off shore before we started fishing. Using his electronics on the boat and past experience, he expertly moved us around and it didn’t take long before my son and I caught some nice size Grouper. Mike kept the fish we caught on ice until we got back to the dock. There, he quickly filleted our fish and had zip lock bags for us to put them in. One thing I couldn’t help but notice was Mike seemed to be having as much fun as we were. I would highly recommend Mike for your next fishing charter.
Doug P. | May 9, 2026

Trip: Sarasota Offshore W/ Capt Mike
★★★★★
Trip was great had a fun time Captain Tim put us on fish Caught no fish.
Ronald C. | May 4, 2026

Trip: Tarpon Trip - 25’ Sea Born FX25
★★★★★
Captain Randall is the Reel deal! Put us on the Fish and was a wealth of knowledge of the area !
David F. | April 24, 2026

Trip: Anna Maria Inshore And Nearshore
★★★★★
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

Trip: Nearshore Reef & Wreck Trips
★★★★★
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
★★★★★
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
★★★★★
Great job as a Captain just a windy day Iguanas were not high up in the trees. We did have some shots lower level.
Henry S. | April 13, 2026

Trip: Iguana Hunts

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