About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, 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 ready to get hooked on Bowfishing in Tampa Bay, look no further. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Mike can put you on the fish.

Species like Sheepshead, Flounder, Black Drum, Mangrove Snapper, Ray, Spadefish, Mojarra, Tilapia, and more are in the cards, depending on conditions.

Captain Mike is dedicated to providing you with a memory you will not forget! He prides himself on giving an experience that will want you to come back again. Trips typically last 4 hours but Captain Mike is more concerned with you enjoying yourself than getting you back to the dock. If that means staying on the water longer if you wish Captain Mike is happy to do so at no extra charge.

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don’t have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there’s one on board. And, you can’t go wrong with snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty stomach!

Your vessel for the day is a 22’ Alweld center console that can carry up to 6 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. You’ll find lightweight carbon fiber Vader Bows with AMS bottle reels waiting for you.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

It’s never a bad idea to come prepared. Captain Mike will monitor the weather often but feel free to bring extra clothes or whatever will keep you comfortable while out as the weather on the bay changes often. There will be some drinks on offer, feel free to bring your own favorites a cooler will be provided to keep them cold. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles for safety reasons.

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, 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.

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 kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 2 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

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

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Pricing Matrix

	4 Hours
1 Person	$575.00
2 People	$575.00
3 People	$575.00
4 People	$575.00
5 People	$575.00
6 People	$575.00

Pay $100 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Mike L.

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

Growing up in Illinois Capt Mike spent his free time on the water or out hunting with his dad. His love for the outdoors only grew and when he got the opportunity to move to Tampa he immediately jumped on the opportunity to tackle the world of salt water fishing. After many years of honing his skills Capt Mike decided it was time to share his love of the water with others to experience. Today...

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

9 foot long Goliath Grouper

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

Beef Tenderloin

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

9 foot long Goliath Grouper

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

Beef Tenderloin

What’s your favorite band?

Zach Bryan

What’s your favorite movie?

Step Brothers

What’s your favorite sports team?

Ohio State Buckeyes

What’s your drink of choice?

An occasional glass of good Bourbon

What was your last halloween costume?

Not sure its been a long time

What do you want for Christmas this year?

My kids to enjoy themselves

How did you get started guiding?

Capt Mike saw there was a need for more Bowfishing Charters in the area. With his childhood love of fishing and hunting Bowfishing gives Capt Mike the opportunity to combine both into one experience.

What makes you different from other guides?

Capt Mike is more concerned with providing an experience than making a dollar. If he can inspire the next generation of Bowfishing enthusiasts and create memories he feels fulfilled.

Start Location & Lodging Options

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.

Tampa, Florida

Areas Fished

Tampa Bay

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Alweld
Year Built: 2021
Boat Length: 22'

Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, 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.

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 kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 2 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

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

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

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 the current month (March).

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Get it while it's HOT!
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You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Bowfishing

Everything Else to Know

Reviews

5.0

based on 5 reviews

Lindsay

Verified Review

December 27

We had a great trip! The boat was very nice and spacious. Mike was great with the kids and teaching us how to fish. Not all of us were able to hit something, but we still had fun. We saw so much nature including dolphins that swam with us.

Bryan

Verified Review

March 9

Awesome intro to Bowfishing for the entire family. Thanks very much Mike!

Adam

Verified Review

January 2

Great trip with a great captain!

Ryan

Verified Review

November 16

We had an amazing time bowfishing with Captain Mike this past weekend. My 10 year old son and I had a blast learning how to fish with a bow, and translating shooting at paper targets into shooting at moving fish. The Bay was alive with marine life and it was really cool to be out there together. There was a small technical issue that came up early in the trip, but Captain...

Ryan

Verified Review

November 16

Tara

Verified Review

June 15

My husband and I had an amazing bowfishing trip with Mike. He was extremely nice, helpful, and informative.. and he worked hard to get us on fish. We will definitely book with him again!