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Steven Swindal

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

Talkative

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

Intense

Meet Captain Steven—a Tampa Bay native with over 30 years of fishing experience and a serious passion for putting people on fish. Whether you're after inshore classics like Snook, Redfish, and Trout, or heading nearshore for Grouper and Snapper, Captain Steven brings the skill, energy, and local know-how to make it happen.

You'll fish aboard his 26’ Blazer Bay—powered by a Yamaha engine and fully equipped with GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, & an Ice Box. It’s fast, comfortable, and built for both inshore and nearshore action.

All rods, reels, tackle, lures, and live bait are included (he’s got bait before you even hit the water), along with bottled water, licenses, and fish cleaning at no extra charge.

With Captain Steven at the helm, you're in for a fun, action-packed day chasing some of Florida’s finest game fish. Just bring your snacks, sunblock, and get ready to reel!

About Your Guide

Steven Swindal

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

450lbs Goliath grouper and sharks

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Fish

What’s your favorite band?

Country

What’s your favorite sports team?

Football and baseball

How did you get started guiding?

Got fired from all my other jobs because I couldn’t stay off the water to go to work lol

What makes you different from other guides?

I’m out there to make smiles and put people on fish

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

450lbs Goliath grouper and sharks

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Fish

What’s your favorite band?

Country

What’s your favorite sports team?

Football and baseball

How did you get started guiding?

Got fired from all my other jobs because I couldn’t stay off the water to go to work lol

What makes you different from other guides?

I’m out there to make smiles and put people on fish

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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Tampa

Inshore Fishing Trip

100% (10) Guided by Steven

26 ft 1 - 5 People From $500

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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Tampa

Shark Fishing Charter

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26 ft 1 - 5 People From $550

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Nearshore Fishing in Tampa

Nearshore Fishing Charter

100% (10) Guided by Steven

26 ft 1 - 5 People From $500

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Recent Reviews of Florida Raised Fishing Adventures

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based on 6 reviews

Steven

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Had a great day out on the water with Steven picking up all different species from Triple Tail to Trout.

Steven

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Had a great day out on the water with Steven picking up all different species from Triple Tail to Trout.

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Dennis

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Captain Steven gave us a great trip catching fish. He was very knowledgeable and friendly and was a great experience overall. I recommend Captain Steven for those of you looking to take advantage of the Tampa experience.

Dennis

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Joseph

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Excellent trip, my son and brother in law and his kids, all had a great time. Definitely would book again.

Joseph

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Excellent trip, my son and brother in law and his kids, all had a great time. Definitely would book again.

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David

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Captain Steven was the best. He provided such an enjoyable, personalized experience. He knew all the rights spots for the best catch. We had an amazing day.

David

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Captain Steven was the best. He provided such an enjoyable, personalized experience. He knew all the rights spots for the best catch. We had an amazing day.

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