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Dan Ison

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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.
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Instructional
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Beginner Oriented
Captain Dan is a lifelong resident of St. Petersburg Florida and has been fishing the waters in and around Tampa Bay his whole life. He holds a master captains license and decided to start his business as a way to share his passion for the ocean. Dan loves to spend his time fishing, snorkeling and being on the water. His very first job was a lifeguard teaching swim lessons. Once he earned his way up to his captains license he was driving local tour boats until he saved enough money to buy his own boat.

Captain Dan's main focus is to show his customers the true beauty of Florida's west coast specializing in nearshore fishing, island hopping, shelling and snorkeling. All of our charters are private charters so captain Dan will be solely focused on your friends and family guaranteeing you get the best service possible.

Stop wasting time! and let captain Dan get you out on the water today!

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Dan Ison

Dan Ison

Certified Damn Good Guide
Independent Guide
Captain Dan is a lifelong resident of St. Petersburg Florida and has been fishing the waters in and around Tampa Bay his whole life. He holds a master captains license and decided to start his business as a way to share his passion for the ocean. Dan loves to spend his time fishing, snorkeling and being on the water. His very first job was a lifeguard teaching swim lessons. Once he earned his way up to his captains license he was driving local tour boats until he saved enough money to buy his own boat.

Captain Dan's main focus is to show his customers the true beauty of Florida's west coast specializing in nearshore fishing, island hopping, shelling and snorkeling. All of our charters are private charters so captain Dan will be solely focused on your friends and family guaranteeing you get the best service possible.

Stop wasting time! and let captain Dan get you out on the water today!
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Gulfport

3-6 Hour Inshore/Nearshore Trip

100% (3)
22 ft 1 - 4 People From $450
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Snorkeling in St. Petersburg

Full Day Fishing And Island Stops

100% (3)
22 ft 1 - 4 People From $850

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Recent Reviews of Beachside Charters

5.0
based on 2 reviews

Dave

Verified Review

Awesome time with Dan!

Dave

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Awesome time with Dan!
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Andrew

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We had an amazing time with Dan. We caught plenty of fish and he was great with our kids. Highly recommend using Dan if you’re in the area and want to take the family out.

Andrew

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We had an amazing time with Dan. We caught plenty of fish and he was great with our kids. Highly recommend using Dan if you’re in the area and want to take the family out.
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Potential Target Species

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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).
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Recent Fishing Reports

Mid July 2026
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Beachside Charters Photo Gallery

3-6 Hour Inshore/Nearshore Trip
July 29th, 2025
Gulfport, Florida
3-6 Hour Inshore/Nearshore Trip
July 29th, 2025
Gulfport, Florida
Full Day Fishing And Island Stops
July 29th, 2025
St. Petersburg, Florida
Full Day Fishing And Island Stops
July 29th, 2025
St. Petersburg, Florida
3-6 Hour Inshore/Nearshore Trip
August 7th, 2025
Gulfport, Florida
Full Day Fishing And Island Stops
August 7th, 2025
St. Petersburg, Florida
3-6 Hour Inshore/Nearshore Trip
July 29th, 2025
Gulfport, Florida
Full Day Fishing And Island Stops
August 7th, 2025
St. Petersburg, Florida
3-6 Hour Inshore/Nearshore Trip
July 29th, 2025
Gulfport, Florida
Full Day Fishing And Island Stops
July 29th, 2025
St. Petersburg, Florida
Full Day Fishing And Island Stops
August 7th, 2025
St. Petersburg, Florida
3-6 Hour Inshore/Nearshore Trip
August 7th, 2025
Gulfport, Florida
Full Day Fishing And Island Stops
July 29th, 2025
St. Petersburg, Florida
3-6 Hour Inshore/Nearshore Trip
July 29th, 2025
Gulfport, Florida
3-6 Hour Inshore/Nearshore Trip
July 29th, 2025
Gulfport, Florida
Full Day Fishing And Island Stops
August 7th, 2025
St. Petersburg, Florida
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