Head out for an awesome Nearshore adventure with Captain Will out of Sarasota! On these trips you will run further from shore off Sarasotas beautiful white sand beaches to troll for Mackerel and Cobia, and bottom fish the reefs for grouper, snapper, permit and other reef species like triple tail (when they're in season).
...Read MoreCaptain Will grew up catching grouper and redfish in the panhandle of Florida. After college, he moved down to Sarasota for an engineering career in the Marine Industry. Since obtaining a USCG Master’s License he decided to help introduce others to the sport of fishing that has influenced his entire life. Now as a part-time charter captain he is able to work on boats during the day and take people fishing at night or on the weekends.
1059 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236, United States
Water Type
Nearshore
Skill Levels
Advanced, 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.
Lunch
No meal provided.
Provided
Fishing License, Ice Box, Rods, reels & tackle
At an Additional Rate
No added costs.
Recommended Packing
Nothing required, we always recommend sunglasses, sunscreen, water, and weather-appropriate clothing.
Required Items
Nothing additional needed.
Payment & Tipping
After paying the deposit, a QR Code will be emailed to you. On the day of the trip, your guide will scan your QR code to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is for a customary tip (we recommend 20%).
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Yes, cancel for free up to 1 day before the trip.
Where to Buy a Fishing License
No license needed for this trip.
To check pricing, please select duration and group size.
Please fill out Trip Date, Duration, Group Size, and Start Time before proceeding.
Angela G.
·March 23, 2021
·Fishing
We had the best time! Captain Will was so prepared and in the words of my son, it was the best 3 hours of his life!! Will had all of the bait prepared and ready, he baited all of our lines, took all of our fish off, and was all ...Read More
Shelley H.
·April 7, 2021
·Fishing
We wanted an experience that appealed to a little one for her birthday. We wanted to catch small fish that she could real in and catch often enough to make it exciting. Captain Will took us to several spots to catch a little and see a little. It made for ...Read More
Marilyn R.
·July 26, 2021
·Fishing
Totally Awesome!!!.. slow start but Will did not give up .. knew where to catch fish!!! Took us to spot and my 11 yo Daughter caught 5 snappers in a span of 30 minutes!! Caught beautiful trout as well.. then towards the end took us to a spot and caught ...Read More
Del J.
·May 12, 2021
·Fishing
My wife and I booked Will so that our grandson could experience his first saltwater fishing trip. He’s “hooked” for life! Will is a terrific young man and a great guide. He’s patient, caring, and attentive. He’s also easy to talk to and passionate about fishing. ...Read More
Jennifer B.
·June 10, 2021
·Fishing
We had an amazing trip fishing with Will. He was very helpful and attentive to our needs. Very knowledgeable about the area and took us to places we would definitely catch some fish. We were able to fish, catch fish, see dolphins and parrots. All in all a great trip. ...Read More