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Wade Osborne

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide 27 years of exp.

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About Your Guide

Wade Osborne

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide 27 years of exp.

Choose wisely! Few fishing guides provide Wade’s level of customer service, expert instruction, and premium tackle to their clients. His 27 years of guiding full-time on Florida’s west coast has propelled him to one of the top guides in the Tampa Bay region.

Experience world-class light tackle spin, fly or plug inshore sportfishing for snook, redfish, seatrout and more. Most charters are provided with spinning gear, but fly and bait casting tackle is available upon request.

Whether Wade is guiding one or six anglers to some of the world’s best inshore fishing, you’ll never catch him fishing himself or sitting on his butt. That’s because he’s too busy chumming, rigging, baiting hooks, and releasing fish.

Wade prides himself as being the hardest working fishing guide in the industry and remains on his feet tirelessly during your entire charter making sure you have the very best fishing experience available.

You’ll be fishing in comfort aboard a custom built 24’ Sheaffer boat with enough room for up to six anglers at any single time. There’s also a large fish box, cooler for beverages, and a fighting chair (available upon request) for the mobility impaired.

When it comes to rods, reels, and terminal tackle, Wade uses only the best. G-Loomis, Bull Bay, Sage, Tibor, Van Staal, and Penn are included in the price. All the needed fishing licenses for your trip are provided also.

You’re welcome to keep all legal species caught during your trip and Wade will fillet them at no extra charge.

Kids are encouraged, so feel free to make your lasting memories a family experience.

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Tampa Or St. Petersburg Inshore Adventures

100% (11) St. Petersburg, FL 1 - 6 People 3 - 6 Hours From $400

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Tampa Or St. Petersburg Inshore Adventures

Inshore, Flats Fishing in St. Petersburg

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Pricing Matrix

	6 Hours	4 Hours	3 Hours
1 Person	$400.00	$500.00	$700.00
2 People	$400.00	$500.00	$700.00
3 People	$475.00	$575.00	$775.00
4 People	$550.00	$650.00	$850.00
5 People	$625.00	$725.00	$925.00
6 People	$700.00	$800.00	$1,000.00

Pay $200 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

About Your Trip

Get out there and enjoy a fun, laid-back light tackle sportfishing trip on beautiful Tampa Bay. Captain Wade departs from either Tampa or St Pete depending on where you are staying. On this trip with 28 year veteran Captain Wade, you'll be going after classic species including snook, redfish, seatrout, and more! There are multiple options for your adventure, so you can find what's best for you.

On the three-hour charter, you'll get a great introduction to Tampa Bay and have time to catch multiple species of fish. This is ideal for visitors, first-timers, couples, seniors, or parents with kids, young or old. Of course, you'll be treated to professional, family-friendly service and courteous expert instruction.

Four hours provides a greater opportunity to cover a larger area of Tampa Bay and catch more fish. Many people find this amount of time ideal for entertaining friends, clientele or hosting bachelor parties. Have a blast, while competing to see who catches the biggest fish or most fish.

Six hours is highly recommended to maximize your fishing adventure on Tampa Bay. This charter is ideal for avid anglers, and enthusiasts looking to hone their inshore angling skills. Experience fishing numerous grass flats, mangrove shorelines, oyster beds, creeks and back-bays.

No matter the adventure you select, you'll have a great time fishing with Captain Wade! He provides premium spin, fly or plug fishing tackle such as G-Loomis, Bull Bay, Sage, Tibor, Van Staal and Penn. Live-bait, flies, artificial lures, ice, bottled drinking water and sunscreen lotion is also provided. He will also fillet, bag, and ice your catch, should you decide to keep some fish for lunch or dinner!

His 24' Sheaffer, “regarded the best bay boat in the industry,” is ideal for fishing the inshore environment and was refurbished in 2022 with brand-new electronics and motor. Get out there and enjoy all that Tampa Bay has to offer!

“Adventures in Fishing.”

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

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

Live bait is included for this trip.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 7 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

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

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Boat

Boat photo for Tampa Or St. Petersburg Inshore Adventures

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Sheaffer
Year Built: 2002
Boat Length: 24'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Sheaffer
Year Built: 2002
Boat Length: 24'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 300
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: T-top with shade, VHF radio, radar, chart plotter, fish finder, Power Poles, trolling motor, two live wells, large fish box and beverage cooler.

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Recent Reviews of Afishionado Guide Services

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based on 11 reviews

Rick

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We had a great day with Capt Wade, he was very professional and knowledgeable and shared his experiences with us. We caught Snook, Redfish, and Speckled Trout in numbers and size to satisfy our needs until next time. His lunch recommendation to cook our catch was awesome too.

Rick

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Rachel

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We had a great fishing trip with Captain Wade. I booked our trip for my boyfriend’s 40th birthday for us, and 3 of his friends. Wade had everything we needed and more and provided a fun and laid back experience. We all caught a handful of fish, myself included, who had never fished before. I highly recommend!!

Rachel

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Jason

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Captain Wade was incredible. He exposed us to several different species of fish and was very educational. A huge manatee and even sting rays gave us appearances. Definitely worth while. Thank you sir!!!

Jason

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Joseph

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Great Captain… Last minute trip…. 1st time saltwater fishing for my daughter…..knowledgeable and personable…. Found fish in tough conditions… Will book with him again…. Don’t think I can give a better endorsement than that!

Joseph

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Brian

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Captain Wade was great. Worked hard and put me in lots of fish! Will definitely call him again!

Brian

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Captain Wade was great. Worked hard and put me in lots of fish! Will definitely call him again!

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Ben

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We had a great afternoon of fishing with Captain Wade in Tampa Bay; catching snook and redfish. Wade knows the bay well and he put us in the right spot for the conditions. We were originally scheduled for a Sunday morning trip but when the weather was not looking favorable, he offered to put in an extra long day and take us on Saturday afternoon. He works well with all skill levels and...

Ben

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Ashley

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Captain Wade was great! We were a bit late getting to the dock due to downtown traffic and we still went out on the water and had a good time. We caught some trout and sheepshead and so many lady fish! He was very informative on techniques and areas to fish. He kept the ride smooth and it was just a beautiful day on the water. So much wildlife out there, dolphins, ducks, pelicans and...

Ashley

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Lannie

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Caught lots of fish. Great communication before and during trip. Super fun time. Will book from again.

Lannie

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Caught lots of fish. Great communication before and during trip. Super fun time. Will book from again.

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David

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Captain Wade was the absolute best! He came fully prepared with the best rods and plenty of bait to last the entire day. His expertise is second to none, a true professional. On top of that, he put us on fish all day long.

David

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Quint

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Wade was awesome. We caught fish on the first cast, literally. It took about 30 seconds. I took my kids and my son-in-law and we had a fantastic time. I highly recommend Wade and I will definitely be back!

Quint

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