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Frankie Bird

Independent Guide

Captain Frankie was born and raised in St. Petersburg, FL. Since he was old enough to walk down to the marinas, bridges, and piers, he has been obsessed with fishing.

For many years—as we all know too well—life happens and our passions take a back seat to survival. While he has always had a love for the water and the excitement of catching big ones, Frankie only recently brought his dream to fruition and became a U.S. Coast Guard certified captain. Join him for a trip on the beautiful waters of Tampa Bay and let him show you the thrill of a bite on the rod, the excitement of fighting the catch, and the satisfaction of knowing you too haul in a record.

About Your Guide

Frankie Bird

Independent Guide

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Grouper And Snapper Trips

NEW Ruskin, FL 1 - 4 People 4 Hours From $600

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Grouper and Snapper trips

Inshore, Nearshore, River, Flats Fishing Charter in Ruskin

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Pricing Matrix

	4 Hours
1 Person	$600.00
2 People	$600.00
3 People	$600.00
4 People	$600.00

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Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, River, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

If you're looking for that next level fishing trip, you've come to the right spot.

These trips obviously will be targeting limits on this delicious species, but Captain Frankie will help you keep the biggest ones for your limit at that! Depending on the day and how hot the honey holes, you could come back to the dock with a limit for of doormat sized snapper! Now fishing isn't catching, but Captain Frankie is here to go above and beyond to do whatever it takes to ensure you have an incredible experience and are dam near the closest thing to a guarantee you can get!

These trips involve a quick haul offshore to get to one of Captain Frankie's marked locations on his GPS. The fishing grounds are usually offshore structure like reefs and other live bottoms. Both grouper & snapper species like to hang near the bottom at these structures and usually congregate in high numbers! You will most likely be using a bottom rig including a heavier weight rod and a hefty weight tied on beneath.

There is no hook set involved but you can bet your bottom dollar, you'll know soon enough that the fight is on! Nothing makes Captain Frankie more pleased than delivering on your goals for the day!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, River, 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.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 14 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Boat

Boat photo for Grouper and Snapper trips

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Key west
Year Built: 2019
Boat Length: 23'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Key west
Year Built: 2019
Boat Length: 23'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha vmax sho
Total Horsepower: 250
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: Livewell,power poles, tower,electronics, all safety equipment and cooler with ice.

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Potential Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

	January	February	March	April	May	June	July	August	September	October	November	December
Blacktip Shark	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good
Bonnethead Shark	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good
Cobia	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Great	Good
Gag Grouper	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Not Ideal
Redfish	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Good	Great	Great	Good	Good	Great	Good	Good	Not Ideal
Sheepshead	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good
Snook	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great
Spanish Mackerel	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Not Ideal
Speckled Trout	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Great	Great	Good	Good
Tripletail	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Not Ideal