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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

If you're looking to get on some spectacular inshore sportfish in the Ruskin area, there's no better guide than Captain Frankie. He's been fishing these waters years, and he knows the mangrove channels, oyster bars, and flats better than anyone else.

Once you're off the dock and on the water, you'll be targeting classic inshore species such as Redfish, Mangrove Snapper, and Snook. These fish are all great fighters, and are an absolute blast to catch, whether it's your first time out there, or your thousandth. Snappers are also a tasty eating fish, and Captain Frankie is happy to clean a few keepers for you.

You'll be chasing bites using light-tackle techniques, fishing both live bait and lures depending on the season, water conditions, and weather. Captain Frankie is a pro, and he's got an array of tips and tricks to help you hook a personal best!

He runs his trips aboard his 23' Key West bay boat—an ideal vessel for hunting lunkers in inshore waters. She's fast, with a 250-HP Yamaha engine, and a hull profile that's sharp enough to cut through chop and shallow enough to get into backcountry channels where big fish like to congregate. She's also equipped with a wireless trolling motor to help you sneak up on your targets, plus a live well for bait and an ice box for your keepers.

Everything you need will be provided for you, including rods, reels, bait, and tackle. All you need to bring is sunscreen (lotion only, no spray!), a hat, and a pair of sunglasses to cut the surface glare. Get out there and have a blast!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats

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.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Physicality

This trip requires an easy level of physical activity.

Languages

English

Boat Restroom

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

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	4 hours	6 hours	8 hours
1 Person	$450.00	$600.00	$700.00
2 People	$450.00	$600.00	$700.00
3 People	$475.00	$650.00	$750.00
4 People	$575.00	$700.00	$800.00
5 People (two boats)	$950.00	$1,300.00	$1,500.00
6 People (two boats)	$950.00	$1,300.00	$1,500.00
7 People (two boats)	$1,150.00	$1,400.00	$1,600.00
8 People (two boats)	$1,150.00	$1,400.00	$1,600.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Frankie B.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Quality

Comfortable

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

About Your Guide

Frankie B.

Independent Guide

Captain Frankie was born and raised in St. Petersburg, FL. Since he was old enough to walk down to the marinas, bridges, and piers, he has been obsessed with fishing.

For many years—as we all know too well—life happens and our passions take a back seat to survival. While he has always had a love for the water and the excitement of catching big ones, Frankie only recently brought his dream to fruition and became a U.S. Coast Guard certified captain. Join him for a trip on the beautiful waters of Tampa Bay and let him show you the thrill of a bite on the rod, the excitement of fighting the catch, and the satisfaction of knowing you too haul in a record.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

14 foot hammer head shark

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

Smoked ribs and tater salad

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

14 foot hammer head shark

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

Smoked ribs and tater salad

What’s your favorite movie?

Pulp fiction

What’s your favorite sports team?

Tampa bay Rays

What’s your drink of choice?

Water would my first choice but I've been known to drink a few beers from time to time.

What was your last halloween costume?

I was Jack and the was Coke.

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Don't have anything in mind but I do fit nicely in a 42 Viking if you're generous enough.

How did you get started guiding?

2016 I graduated from sea school but was fishing the Tampa bay as soon as my mother would allow me to skateboard down to the marina.

What makes you different from other guides?

For what my clients say is that I never get mad at my clients and always do my best to explain how to fish these spots.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Ruskin, Florida

Areas Fished

Tampa Bay

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Ruskin Inshore Hook 'Em Up Trip

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Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Key West
Year Built: 2019
Boat Length: 23'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Key West
Year Built: 2019
Boat Length: 23'
Boat Restroom: No
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 250
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Ice Box, Life Jackets

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats

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.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Physicality

This trip requires an easy level of physical activity.

Languages

English

Boat Restroom

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

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

View Full Species Seasonality Chart » View Recent Ruskin 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

Sunscreen. Fishing License, Ice Box, Rods, reels & tackle included.

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 4 reviews

Chris

Verified Review

July 1

Captain Frankie is Super friendly. Great with Teen kids. Definitely will be back. Thank you

Chris

Verified Review

July 1

Captain Frankie is Super friendly. Great with Teen kids. Definitely will be back. Thank you

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Jeffery

Verified Review

April 15

Captain Frankie was the best charter I’ve ever been on!! we explained what we wanted to go after and he was able to put us on the fish we were looking for!
A great experience for even new fisherman or experienced fisherman!
We plan to book another in the future!

Jeffery

Verified Review

April 15

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Derrick

Verified Review

June 13

Frankie was great. He took us to multiple locations to catch a variety of fish. Every member of the charter caught several fish. Frankie took the time to ensure each member mastered the needed approach to catch different species. We booked a 4 hour finishing charter and caught fish the entire time. We caught grouper, snapper, and sea trout. At the end of the trip Frankie cleaned the fish and we had more than enough...

Derrick

Verified Review

June 13

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James

Verified Review

August 2

Captain Frankie knows where the fish are and worked tirelessly to get us to them. Very glad I chose his charter. I plan to be a repeat customer.

James

Verified Review

August 2

Captain Frankie knows where the fish are and worked tirelessly to get us to them. Very glad I chose his charter. I plan to be a repeat customer.

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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.