About Your Trip

Fishing the nearshore waters of the Atlantic Ocean off Jacksonville, Florida for the exciting Tarpon and the hard fighting multiple species of sharks. Sight fishing with live bait and casting to these monsters. Hang on for the fight of your life! All catch and release to help preserve these incredible ... Read More

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Pathfinder
Year Built: 2016
Boat Length: 24
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 300
Additional Amenities: Livewell, trolling motor, electronics, Sunshade (T-Top)

About Your Guide

Certified Damn Good Guide

26 Years of Experience

Captain Frank is the son of a tugboat captain and has been fishing ever since he could hold a rod. During his early childhood, he fished freshwater and transitioned to saltwater around the age of 10. He bought his first fishing boat right after graduating from Law school and became ... Read More

Start Location

4852 Ocean Street, Jacksonville, FL, USA | Bodies of water fished: Atlantic Ocean

Amenities and Information

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Yes, Included

Location

This trip has multiple pickup locations.

Weather

You will get a refund if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Species

Blacktip Shark, Bull Shark, Jack Crevalle, Tarpon

Techniques

Light Tackle Fishing, Live Bait Fishing, Sight Casting

Packing / Extras

Everything you'll need for your trip: All rods, reels, and tackle are included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and any gear of your own you want to use on the trip.
Where to Buy a Fishing License: No license needed for this trip.

Things to Keep in Mind

Payment & Tipping: We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancellation/Refund Policy: Cancel for free up to 7 days before the trip.

Pricing & Availability

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Reviews

Abigail

Verified Review Fishing

Weather and fishing conditions were not the best but Captain Frank stayed positive and made it a fun and educational experience nevertheless!

Kevin K.

Fishing

Had a wonderful experience with Frank. Fished hard, took us to where the fish were. 30+ yrs showed in his knowledge and advice. We’ll be back and will book again.

Julio R.

Fishing

I’m new to Florida but was fishing all my life in the west coast. Cap. Frank didn’t skip a beat in making me feel welcomed and guided me to cover the eastern waters. I’m definitely going to book this again.

Jeremy D.

Fishing

To say I had a great time is an understatement! Captain Frank was awesome, he found the bait and shortly after it was fish on. Boat and equipment were very nice, I would definitely recommend fishing with Captain Frank.

Danielle W.

Fishing

My family and I had an awesome time! We got a couple kingfish and a barracuda. Such a fun experience

Kevin K.

Fishing

Had a wonderful experience with Frank. Fished hard, took us to where the fish were. 30+ yrs showed in his knowledge and advice. We’ll be back and will book again.

John-Michael B.

Fishing

I wanted to put together something special for my dad’s birthday. I figured all the guys in the family could go fishing together. All of us have some fishing experience and wanted an alternate to the run of the mill deep sea trip. I came across Recess Sport Fishing/Captain Frank ...Read More

Jeremy D.

Fishing

To say I had a great time is an understatement! Captain Frank was awesome, he found the bait and shortly after it was fish on. Boat and equipment were very nice, I would definitely recommend fishing with Captain Frank.

Robert S.

Fishing

Great time fishing, plenty of bait and plenty of big sharks. Had several triple hook ups. The boat was in exceptional shape and easily to maneuver around.

Julio R.

Fishing

I’m new to Florida but was fishing all my life in the west coast. Cap. Frank didn’t skip a beat in making me feel welcomed and guided me to cover the eastern waters. I’m definitely going to book this again.

Jeremy D.

Fishing

To say I had a great time is an understatement! Captain Frank was awesome, he found the bait and shortly after it was fish on. Boat and equipment were very nice, I would definitely recommend fishing with Captain Frank.

First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is the home of over 1000 Damn Good fishing and hunting guides. Our mission is to unlock the outdoors for everyone, and we want to help you get out there through our no-hassle online booking experience and our team of outdoors experts.

We vet our guides to make sure they are the best of the best. We want guides who not only put you on 'em, but show you a great time, keep you safe, and give you a memorable experience with your group.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a full refund. Your safety is our top concern.

Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our location specialists are always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!