About Your Trip

Flats

Inshore

Do you want to be on the beautiful waters around Siesta Key and Sarasota but not sure if fishing is your thing? If so this trip is perfect for you. You will spend the first half of the trip targeting smaller inshore species that bite easily and will keep you entertained (CATCH and RELEASE only). The second half will be filled with hunting for shark teeth and shells, relaxing on a sandbar, and taking a ... Read More

About Your Guide

Independent Guide

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Native to Sarasota. Have been on these waters since I was 5 days old. I’m patient with guest and work very hard to make it the best trip I can.

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

200lb Goliath grouper

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Surf and turf on the grill

Whats your favorite band?

Chris Stapleton kinda vide

Whats your favorite movie?

? Not sure

Whats your favorite sports team?

Bucs

Whats your drink of choice?

Water or lemonade

What was your last halloween costume?

Chick-fil-A cow

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Welder

How did you get started guiding?

Meet some cool people at a tiki bar and they convinced me to get my license.

What makes you different from other guides?

Very personable, kind, caring, amazing with kids. Patient with beginners. Work hard to make great memories for my guests.

Start Location

1780 Phillippi Shores Drive, Sarasota, FL, USA | Bodies of water fished: Big Sarasota Pass, Sarasota Bay, Little Sarasota Bay, New Pass, Siesta Key, Sarasota Beach, Lido Key, Longboat Key

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Pontoon
Boat Manufacturer: Hurricane FunDeck
Year Built: 2006
Boat Length: 23
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 115
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: Plenty of comfortable seats, lots of shad, fishing chairs and live-well on the bow.

Amenities and Information

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Yes, Included

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

Mangrove Snapper, Redfish, Sheepshead, Snook, Speckled Trout

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing, Bottom Fishing, Cut Bait Fishing, Drift Fishing, Jigging, Light Tackle Fishing, Live Bait Fishing, Sight Casting, Topwater Fishing

Packing / Extras

Everything you'll need for your trip: Bottled waters will be provided. Please bring any other drinks you would like.
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 and receive credit back to your account.

Pricing Matrix

	4 Hours
6 People	$605.00
5 People	$605.00
4 People	$605.00
3 People	$605.00
2 People	$605.00
1 Person	$605.00

First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is the home of over 1500 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 credit for the full deposit of the trip to be used on any of our trips across the country. Your safety is our top concern.

Each trip’s price is set by the guide and factors in all of their costs. A big determinant of cost is often the type of boat and associated fuel costs, but other guide costs include leases, marina / slip fees, bait costs, and the cost to provide and maintain all of the gear you’ll need on your trip.

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