Florida Gulf Coast Charter Fishing

Big Ole Reds, Snook, & Trout

About Your Guide

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Robert Mcclinnis

Independent Guide 22 years of exp.
Laid-back
Talkative
Quantity
Comfortable
Instructional
Expert Oriented
Join Captain Robert for an amazing trip on the beautiful waters of Crystal River. He is extremely knowledgeable with over 14 years of experience running charters in this area. Captain Robert has been fishing since he was a child and lives for putting people on fish.

He loves showing people a great time on his home waters and helping them find, hook, and land great fish. A trip with Captain Robert is sure to be a blast for everyone!

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Robert Mcclinnis

Robert Mcclinnis

Independent Guide 22 years of exp.
Join Captain Robert for an amazing trip on the beautiful waters of Crystal River. He is extremely knowledgeable with over 14 years of experience running charters in this area. Captain Robert has been fishing since he was a child and lives for putting people on fish.

He loves showing people a great time on his home waters and helping them find, hook, and land great fish. A trip with Captain Robert is sure to be a blast for everyone!
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
14 ft hammer head Or 300+ Goliath grouper
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Red beans and rice
Whats your favorite band?
Anything Chris Cornell Or Brantley Gilbert
Whats your favorite movie?
The avengers

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
14 ft hammer head Or 300+ Goliath grouper
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Red beans and rice
Whats your favorite band?
Anything Chris Cornell Or Brantley Gilbert
Whats your favorite movie?
The avengers
Whats your favorite sports team?
Tampa Bay buccaneers
Whats your drink of choice?
Rum
What do you want for Christmas this year?
Cold weather and family
How did you get started guiding?
By going on a guided trip
What makes you different from other guides?
I love to take people fishing it's not about the money.
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Big Ole Reds & Trout

90% (10) 1 - 12 People 4 - 8 Hours From $450
Big Ole Reds, Snook, & Trout
Big Ole Reds & Trout
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Big Ole Reds & Trout
Big Ole Reds & Trout
Big Ole Reds & Trout
Big Ole Reds & Trout
Big Ole Reds & Trout
Big Ole Reds & Trout
Big Ole Reds & Trout
Big Ole Reds & Trout
Big Ole Reds & Trout

About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

If you’re looking for some premier relaxation and exciting fishing as well, you’re looking for inshore fishing at Crystal River. Combine that with the immaculate service that Captain Robert’s charter provides and you have the perfect recipe for an unforgettable fishing experience.

The Gulf Coast of Florida is home to some of the greatest inshore fishing in the country. On this epic fishing experience, Captain Robert will be directing you through these endless flats, creeks,...

About Your Trip

If you’re looking for some premier relaxation and exciting fishing as well, you’re looking for inshore fishing at Crystal River. Combine that with the immaculate service that Captain Robert’s charter provides and you have the perfect recipe for an unforgettable fishing experience.

The Gulf Coast of Florida is home to some of the greatest inshore fishing in the country. On this epic fishing experience, Captain Robert will be directing you through these endless flats, creeks,
and rivers. This experience will allow you to fish for a wide variety of species such as Grouper, Redfish, Snook, and Trout. You will be getting tight on with these giants through Captain Robert’s expert techniques of drift fishing, jigging, and light tackle.

On the day of the trip you will be riding out aboard Captain Robert’s 24’ SeaKing Skiff powered by one 200 HP Yamaha. Captain Robert’s rig is equipped with top of the line GPS, Fishfinder, Safety Equipment, Live Bait Well, Cooler, and even a Wireless Trolling Motor to sneak right up on the fish without scaring them off!

All rods, reels, lures and licenses are included, as is the cleaning and fileting of all your fish. Don't forget to bring your own food, drinks, sunscreen, and shades. Enjoy catching the tastiest inshore fish! Captain Robert is here to make it happen!
Amenities

Water Type

Inshore

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 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 Big Ole Reds & Trout
Boat photo for Big Ole Reds & Trout
Boat Type
Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Scout
Boat Length
24'
Boat Restroom
No

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Scout
Boat Length
24'
Boat Restroom
No
Engine Manufacturer
Yamaha
Total Horsepower
200
Number of Engines
1
Additional Amenities
GPS, Fishfinder, Snorkeling Equipment, Live Bait Well, Wireless, Trolling Motor, Ice Box
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Recent Reviews of Florida Gulf Coast Charter Fishing

4.5
based on 4 reviews

Eric

Verified Review

Cool guy. Great trip

Eric

Verified Review

Cool guy. Great trip
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Steven

Verified Review

Capt. Robert was a nice enough guy, but he is not really a local to the St.Marks area where he took us. He spoke a lot of his experience in the Crystal River/ Homasassa areas. He spent a lot of time searching back and forth trying to find a spot for the scallops. I do appreciate his efforts, but we still did not find anything. In all fairness, the docks seemed pretty dry also. I...

Steven

Verified Review

Capt. Robert was a nice enough guy, but he is not really a local to the St.Marks area where he took us. He spoke a lot of his experience in the Crystal River/ Homasassa areas. He spent a lot of time searching back and forth trying to find a spot for the scallops. I do appreciate his efforts, but we still did not find anything. In all fairness, the docks seemed pretty dry also. I will say he tried to find us some scallops but today we came up dry.
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Response from Captain Experiences:
Hey Steven - thank you for this feedback. It sounds like Captain Robert worked hard to get you all on some scallops, but conditions were not ideal on that day. Please give us a call soon - we would love to get you out on another adventure soon!

Response from Captain Experiences:

Hey Steven - thank you for this feedback. It sounds like Captain Robert worked hard to get you all on some scallops, but conditions were not ideal on that day. Please give us a call soon - we would love to get you out on another adventure soon!
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Rutherford

Verified Review

Great captain Very good with my grandkids age 10 and twin 8 yr olds put us onto a lot of fish Highly recommend Captain Robert Boys had a great time 31 total keepers Mangroves, grunts and trout Catch a few reds but was just shorts

Rutherford

Verified Review

Great captain Very good with my grandkids age 10 and twin 8 yr olds put us onto a lot of fish Highly recommend Captain Robert Boys had a great time 31 total keepers Mangroves, grunts and trout Catch a few reds but was just shorts
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TJ

Verified Review

Great day scalloping with Captain Robert. Very friendly and personable. Being a local to the area, Robert was very knowledgeable of the waters and even provided recommendations of things to see, eat and drink in the nearby communities. Robert also helped shuck our scallops. I look forward to scalloping and fishing with Robert again!

TJ

Verified Review

Great day scalloping with Captain Robert. Very friendly and personable. Being a local to the area, Robert was very knowledgeable of the waters and even provided recommendations of things to see, eat and drink in the nearby communities. Robert also helped shuck our scallops. I look forward to scalloping and fishing with Robert again!
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Potential Target Species

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Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Drift Fishing
Jigging
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing

Type of Fishing

Inshore

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