About Your Guide

Nick Freed

Independent Guide

Captain Nick brings a lifetime of local experience to the waters surrounding Belleair Bluffs and Pinellas County. He's spent more than 30 years fishing and enjoying the area and has 7 years of professional guiding experience, giving him a deep understanding of the local fishery and how it changes throughout the seasons.

Nick especially enjoys chasing species like Hogfish and Snapper, but his experience extends across the wide variety of fish found throughout the area's nearshore waters. He's comfortable using everything from bottom fishing and drifting to light tackle and more specialized approaches depending on what's biting.

More than anything, Nick is focused on putting maximum effort and care into every trip. Whether you're bringing the kids out for a first fishing adventure, filling the cooler with some legal keepers, or combining fishing with time exploring the coast, Nick will work to customize the day around your group and make sure you enjoy your time on the water.

About Your Guide

Nick Freed

Independent Guide

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Clearwater Area Nearshore Fishing

NEW Clearwater, FL 1 - 4 People 4 - 6 Hours From $750

About Your Trip

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Join Captain Nick for a 4- or 6-hour fishing adventure exploring the productive waters off Belleair Bluffs and the surrounding Pinellas County coast!

These trips are all about staying active and adapting to what's biting. Depending on the season and conditions, you could target Mangrove Snapper, Hogfish, Sheepshead, Gag Grouper, Lane Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Tripletail, Blacktip Shark, Goliath Grouper, and more throughout the area's nearshore waters.

Nick uses a mix of light tackle, bottom fishing, and drift fishing to get after the day's targets. Live bait, lures, and other presentations can come into play depending on the species and conditions, and Nick is happy to provide instruction for beginners while giving experienced anglers plenty of opportunities to get in on the action.

The 4-hour option is a great introduction to the fishery, typically giving you time to work several different spots while keeping travel time manageable. Step up to the 6-hour trip for additional flexibility to cover more water, explore more fishing spots, and stay with a productive bite longer. On the 6-hour option, you can also talk with Nick about mixing your fishing with some sightseeing or island hopping for a customized day on the water.

You'll fish aboard a spacious 26' catamaran powered by twin 150HP Suzuki engines. The boat's stable layout gives your group plenty of room to move around and fight fish, with Nick preferring to keep fishing trips to 4 guests for maximum comfort. The boat is equipped with GPS, a fishfinder, live bait well, outriggers, an ice box, and an onboard toilet.

Rods, reels, tackle, live bait, lures, and your fishing licenses are all provided. Nick will also clean and fillet your legal catch at the end of the trip, so you can take home some fresh fish for dinner!

Both beginners and experienced anglers are welcome, and families with kids can get in on the fun too. Bring sun protection, weather-appropriate clothing, food or snacks, and anything else you'd like for the day. Water and ice are provided.

Whether you choose 4 hours of focused fishing or give yourself 6 hours to explore more of the coast, Nick will put in the effort to make your day on the water one to remember.

Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore

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.

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 small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 3 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 Clearwater Area Nearshore Fishing

Boat Type: Catamaran
Boat Manufacturer: Twin Vee
Year Built: 2018
Boat Length: 26'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Catamaran
Boat Manufacturer: Twin Vee
Year Built: 2018
Boat Length: 26'
Boat Restroom: No
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 300
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Snorkeling equipment, Live bait well, Outriggers, Ice box