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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, River, Flats

Skill Levels

Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

MY STANDARD DAY, since 1996 FOR BEST ''TIDE FISHING'' IS 6 HOURS, 2 PERSONS. (you an fish less, if you want. One rate covers your tide fishing)

KIDS 10 AND OLDER ONLY.

Jacksonville's St. Johns River, Intracoastal waterway, saltmarshes, Inlet. Light tackle spinning reel casting live baits, artificials, slip-float fishing. 12 months a year, 7 days a week, for Redfish, SeaTrout, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Jack Crevalle, Ladyfish, Flounder. You're the fisherman. Capt. Dave is your Coach, Guide, Historian. But doesn't catch them for you. You must be able to stand, move around boat and be mobile. Like Golfing this type of fishing can not be done sitting in a lawn chair. Light action spinning rods and reels, used to cast jigs. Baitcasting rods and reels for bottom fishing & N.E. Florida ''traditional'' Slip-float fishing. Boat has front & rear casting decks. The best trolling motor holding us in place, or slowly moving along the marsh grass and Oyster beds. Fishing docks, underwater edges and ledges. Structure fishing. TIDES MATTER, here in NE Florida. Emphasis is on calm waters. No sea-sick pills needed.

A MUST: comfortable grippy Sneakers, NO open toed shoes, work boots or heels. Hat & polarized Sunglasses. Dress for success, per the weather.

Save the celebrating for our return to the dock. Insurance companies frown on Alcohol on a Charter boat.

Fish cleaning/ bagging up, is done after your charter is over, and boat is on the trailer. On a gratuity basis.

BRING NO COOLERS ABOARD BOAT. ANY LUNCH AND DRINKS BRING IN A PLASTIC BAG, TO BE PUT IN MY COOLERS. NO GLASS!

****Important****

I WILL CALL YOU THE DAY BEFORE BETWEEN 4-6pm. (Please expect my call to phone number provided.)

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, River, Flats

Skill Levels

Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for an additional fee.

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.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 3 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Beer

No beer allowed.

Boat Restroom

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

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	6 hours
1 Person	$600.00
2 People	$600.00
3 People (two boats)	$1,200.00
4 People (two boats)	$1,200.00

Pay 50% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Certified Damn Good Guides offer 10/10 trips. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.

Dave S.

Certified Damn Good Guide

Certified Damn Good Guides offer 10/10 trips. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.

Independent Guide 53 years of exp.

Veteran

Quality

Laid-back

Talkative

Comfortable

Instructional

Expert Oriented

About Your Guide

Dave S.

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide 53 years of exp.

For 28 years, Capt. Dave, is a veteran area guide providing various inshore trips for those looking for serious hands on fishing. Take a trip on his 2025, 20' Alloy Plate side console custom bay boat, while fishing in the protected river & salt marsh areas of Jacksonville, Florida. All trips are based on up to 6 hrs. max. 2 persons. (Kids 10 years old and above only.) Some species in N.E. Florida are seasonal, others are not. Tides are always a big consideration. Discussing your charter with Capt. Dave is always recommended. You'll have to be mobile, and your success will be helped by knowledge of handling the tackle. Casting of spinning tackle, live shrimp fishing with baitcasting tackle. Always come dressed for success. Sneakers, wide brimmed hat, polarized sunglasses, are a must. Along with Sun protective clothing.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

140 tarpon and 10 foot tiger shark

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

fish fry

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

140 tarpon and 10 foot tiger shark

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

fish fry

Whats your favorite band?

dont have one

Whats your favorite movie?

''something about Mary''

Whats your favorite sports team?

don't care for sports

Whats your drink of choice?

very cold seltzer water

What was your last halloween costume?

What do you want for Christmas this year?

peace on earth

How did you get started guiding?

got fired from my state j-o-b, because I fished too much.

What makes you different from other guides?

Been at this a long time, and I understand, it's a people business 1st...catching fish is actually 2nd or 3rd.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.

You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.

Jacksonville, Florida

Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat photo for 2 FOR JACKSONVILLE FISHING THE TIDE

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Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Hanko
Year Built: 2025
Boat Length: 20'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Hanko
Year Built: 2025
Boat Length: 20'
Boat Restroom: No
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 90
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: seating, Bait tank, sounder, chart plotter, vhf radio, all USCG safety gear, the best trolling motor. ALL Coolers & ICE. DO NOT BRING COOLERS ABOARD THE BOAT. Coolers and ice are provided. STANDING & MOBILITY IS NEEDED, DURING THE DAY, FOR A SUCCESSFUL OUTING. Knowledge of tackle handling, and casting will be needed for successful day. There's parks all around with restroom facilities. We are never far from one of these. Many times at a snack break in middle of trip, we can stop by one of many. If a ''Anglerette'' has a concern.

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, River, Flats

Skill Levels

Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for an additional fee.

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.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 3 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Beer

No beer allowed.

Boat Restroom

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

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

View Full Species Seasonality Chart » View Recent Jacksonville Fishing Reports »

Get it while it's HOT!
This species is in play.
You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Everything Else to Know

RATE Max. 2 persons. up to 6 hrs, fishing the tide. "YOU AN FISH LESS IF YOU LIKE". Been doing the same "one rate charter for 30 years".
NO COOLERS ARE TO BE BROUGHT ABOARD BOAT. Coolers & ice are provided.
BRING DRINKS (no glass) & SNACKS IN PLASTIC BAG. NO COOLERS ALLOWED.
Rods, reels, bait, Licensing, Ice, cooler and tackle included.
Proper attire for adventure on water/ in weather, NO open toe shoes please. Wear Sneakers, soft soled shoes.
Fish cleaning, bagging on a Gratuity CASH basis, when your day is over and boats on trailer..
Storage is limited on boats, DO NOT bring bags of UNNECESSARY items.
No glass, no duffle bags, back packs, no need for any fishing tackle, or tackle boxes.
Parks with full restrooms available near by all day for the Ladies.

You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 3 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 3 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

Reviews

5.0

based on 2 reviews

Josh

Verified Review

December 27

Had a great time fishing with Dave he put us on fish right away. We will definitely book again in the future.

Josh

Verified Review

December 27

Had a great time fishing with Dave he put us on fish right away. We will definitely book again in the future.

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Ricardo

Verified Review

October 8

Had a great day fishing with Dave ! Despite unusually high tides, Dave knew the spot !

Ricardo

Verified Review

October 8

Had a great day fishing with Dave ! Despite unusually high tides, Dave knew the spot !

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Response from Dave:

Hello Ricardo. hope to see you all again, if you visit Jax. in the future.

Response from Dave:

Hello Ricardo. hope to see you all again, if you visit Jax. in the future.

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We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.