Sarasota Bay Weather Forecast

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Alex Kirby

Alex Kirby
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Sheepshead and trout here lately also snook biting in certain areas
Alex Kirby
Alex Kirby Bradenton, Florida Reported: 2 years ago
Sheepshead and trout here lately also snook biting in certain areas
Sheepshead, Speckled Trout / Spotted Seatrout Fishing in Bradenton, Florida
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Noel Shaw
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Get bud,just got from vaca...haven't fished this week other than stone crabs...will be on the water next week...
Noel Shaw
Noel Shaw Bradenton, Florida Reported: 2 years ago
Get bud,just got from vaca...haven't fished this week other than stone crabs...will be on the water next week...
Crab Fishing in Bradenton, Florida
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Matt Fueyo with Reel Tight Fishing Charters
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

We are fishing the inshore and nearshore reefs catching a ton of sheepshead and snappers. Fishing has been heating up with the early spring temps. Snook and redfish are getting hungry too! Book now we are booking up fast.
Matt Fueyo
Matt Fueyo with Reel Tight Fishing Charters Sarasota, Florida Reported: 2 years ago
We are fishing the inshore and nearshore reefs catching a ton of sheepshead and snappers. Fishing has been heating up with the early spring temps. Snook and redfish are getting hungry too! Book now we are booking up fast.
Mangrove Snapper, Scup / Porgy, Sheepshead Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Mangrove Snapper, Scup / Porgy, Sheepshead Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Mangrove Snapper, Scup / Porgy, Sheepshead Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Mangrove Snapper, Scup / Porgy, Sheepshead Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Mangrove Snapper, Scup / Porgy, Sheepshead Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Mangrove Snapper, Scup / Porgy, Sheepshead Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Mangrove Snapper, Scup / Porgy, Sheepshead Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Mangrove Snapper, Scup / Porgy, Sheepshead Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Mangrove Snapper, Scup / Porgy, Sheepshead Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Mangrove Snapper, Scup / Porgy, Sheepshead Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Mangrove Snapper, Scup / Porgy, Sheepshead Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Mangrove Snapper, Scup / Porgy, Sheepshead Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Mangrove Snapper, Scup / Porgy, Sheepshead Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Mangrove Snapper, Scup / Porgy, Sheepshead Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Mangrove Snapper, Scup / Porgy, Sheepshead Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Darius Kirschner
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

The bite has been hotter than the weather over the past couple weeks. We have been catching a ton of nice sized sheepshead , black drum, redfish , trout , and snook
Darius Kirschner
Darius Kirschner Sarasota, Florida Reported: 2 years ago
The bite has been hotter than the weather over the past couple weeks. We have been catching a ton of nice sized sheepshead , black drum, redfish , trout , and snook
Jack Crevalle Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Jack Crevalle Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Jack Crevalle Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Jack Crevalle Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Jack Crevalle Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Jack Crevalle Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Jack Crevalle Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Jack Crevalle Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Jack Crevalle Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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James Gibson

James Gibson
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

It is officially winter here in Sarasota, Fl and the water is cold. It has been all about the Sheepshead and Snapper fishing around the docks and rocks.
James Gibson
James Gibson Sarasota, Florida Reported: 2 years ago
It is officially winter here in Sarasota, Fl and the water is cold. It has been all about the Sheepshead and Snapper fishing around the docks and rocks.
Mangrove Snapper, Sheepshead Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Mangrove Snapper, Sheepshead Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Mangrove Snapper, Sheepshead Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Todd Walker

Todd Walker
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Father, son and nephew day on the water fishing Sarasota Bay
Todd Walker
Todd Walker Sarasota, Florida Reported: 2 years ago
Father, son and nephew day on the water fishing Sarasota Bay
Redfish Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Todd Walker

Todd Walker
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Father and son fishing trip with several studs to boat and safely released.
Todd Walker
Todd Walker Sarasota, Florida Reported: 2 years ago
Father and son fishing trip with several studs to boat and safely released.
Redfish Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Todd Walker

Todd Walker
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Her first time fighting
Todd Walker
Todd Walker Sarasota, Florida Reported: 2 years ago
Her first time fighting
Redfish Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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    Booked a trip with Captain Cole and from the start there was good and timely communication. Brought my two younger boys who had a blast! Cole was patient, answered their 100 questions, and took us to nice spots where we pulled out some nice fish and the boys were thrilled! We had a blast!

    Morgan H. | November 25, 2025

    Trip: Sarasota Inshore/Nearshore

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    We had a great trip Taylor!! He was a great captain! We caught LOTS of fish. Super knowledgeable and such a pleasure to be around. We will definitely be calling him when we come back to Florida again. Top notch experience! Caught mackerel, trout, groupers, Jack fish, lady fish, lizard fish, catfish and we saw a dolphin. Thank you for a great experience!

    Laura Q. | November 24, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter Bradenton

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    Elam P. | November 13, 2025

    Trip: 4 Hours Fishing Trip

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    Had an awesome day on the water with Marc. Despite cold and windy weather, Marc worked hard to make sure we caught fish. My niece said it was her “best fishing trip ever!” Will definitely ask Marc to take us out again in the future.

    Dan P. | November 3, 2025

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    Good time! The boat ride was fabulous. We were able to assist a boat taking on water. We call the Coast Guard.

    Andrew A. | August 7, 2025

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    Lindsay B. | August 6, 2025

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    Awesome time can’t wait to do it again. Highly recommended!!! Vasiliy waited for us to get a cooler and ice to bring the fish back with us. We cooked the fish the next night. Great Captain Vasiliy thanks for a awesome time!

    Phil L. | July 13, 2025

    Trip: 6 Hour Sarasota Fishing Trip

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    Chris G. | June 19, 2025

    Trip: 6 Hour Sarasota Fishing Trip

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    Had a great time with William. Clean boat, solid gear. Pleasant to have on the trip.

    Sandra D. | June 18, 2025

    Trip: Private 4 Hour - Sarasota Bay

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    Fantastic trip, thanks

    Tim W. | June 9, 2025

    Trip: Private 4 Hour - Sarasota Bay

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