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Afishionado Guide Services

Tampa, Florida
Redfish Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida

About Your Guide

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Wade Osborne

Certified Damn Good Guide
A Certified Damn Good Guide is someone who goes above and beyond to show you an incredible experience on your trip. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.
Independent Guide 26 years of exp.
Talkative
Instructional
Adventurous
Quality
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...

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Wade Osborne

Wade Osborne

Certified Damn Good Guide
Independent Guide 26 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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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
Tarpon
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Snook
Whats your favorite movie?
JAWS

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
Tarpon
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Snook
Whats your favorite movie?
JAWS
How did you get started guiding?
Winning lots of tournaments!
What makes you different from other guides?
Whether I’m guiding one or six anglers to some of the world’s best inshore fishing, you’ll never catch me fishing myself or sitting on my butt. That’s because I’m too busy chumming, rigging, baiting hooks and releasing fish. I pride myself as being the hardest working fishing guide in Tampa Bay, so I remain on my feet tirelessly during your entire charter making sure you have the very best fishing trip experience available.
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Afishionado Guide Services Trips

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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg Inshore Adventures

100% (10)
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $400
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Tampa

Tampa Bay Inshore Adventures

100% (10)
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $400

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Recent Reviews of Afishionado Guide Services

5.0
based on 10 reviews

Rachel

Verified Review

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

Verified Review

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!!
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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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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!!!
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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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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!
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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

Verified Review

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 I highly recommend him for your next fishing trip!
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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

Verified Review

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 much more! Thank you for a great day on the water!
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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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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.
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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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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!
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Henry

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Wade was great! Patient with us newbie fishermen and didn't give up trying to find us fish for dinner. Great time. Thanks!

Henry

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Wade was great! Patient with us newbie fishermen and didn't give up trying to find us fish for dinner. Great time. Thanks!
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Potential Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
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Blacktip Shark
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Bonnethead Shark
Good
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Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Cobia
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
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Good
Jack Crevalle
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
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Lemon Shark
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Mangrove Snapper
Great
Great
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Good
Great
Great
Redfish
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Good
Sheepshead
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Snook
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Spanish Mackerel
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Good
Great
Good
Speckled Trout
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Good
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

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

Types of Fishing

Flats
Inshore

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