Question 1

What is provided on a charter trip?

Accepted Answer

We provide everything you need for your day of fishing including:
 • Rods and reels including light, medium and heavy rods
 • Various baits including live bait, frozen and sometimes artificial.
 • Fishing licenses cover everyone fishing for the day.
 • A waterproof dry box to store your phones, keys, etc.
 • Acooler with ice and bottled water for your enjoyment.

Question 2

What should I bring with me on a charter?

Accepted Answer

We recommend bringing snacks and your favorite drinks. Alcoholic beverages are allowed (no glass bottles due to safety) .
 • A good hat
 • Sunscreen
 • Long sleeve fishing shirts help in the Florida sun!
 • Camera or phone for capturing good memories!
 • Anti Nausea medication
 • Sunglasses

Question 3

What safety gear do you have onboard?

Accepted Answer

We carry all the necessary safety gear required by the US Coast Guard and even exceed the required gear including:
 • Properly rated flotation devices
 • Multiple fire extinguishers
 • USCG rated safety flares & signaling devices
 • VHF radio including backup handheld unit
 • EPIRB satellite radio beacon
 • Weather radio

Question 4

What boat will we be fishing on?

Accepted Answer

You'll be setting sail on a 26 foot Cobia center console, built for both comfort and adventure. This vessel is designed for a smooth ride and plenty of space, accommodating up to six guests for an exciting day on the water. The boat has high sides and runs quite dry in normal sea conditions. Whether you're heading out for a deep-sea fishing excursion, a sunset cruise, or a laid-back day on the water, this boat offers the perfect balance of performance and comfort.

Question 5

About My Captain

Accepted Answer

Hey, I'm Captain Will Sherwood

Captain Will is a native of Tampa and he grew up surrounded by boating and fishing the Tampa Bay waters. He enjoys being on the water anytime he gets the chance. He graduated from USF in 2019 and realized that his real passion is in running his boat professionally. Captain Will looks forward to providing you with a fun and memorable day on the water!

Captain Will has always enjoyed deeper water / offshore fishing as well as Tampa Bay waters. He has experience with bottom fishing using live bait, drift fishing over reefs, and bottom fishing and trolling with lures. He incorporates a number of these methods on trips to maximize the success, depending on the time of year and what is biting. Every trip is different and unique, so he likes to offer trips tailored to you. If there is a certain species you are interested in targeting or any requests, the captain will always accommodate.

Question 6

What’s included in the trip price?

Accepted Answer

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks (Cooler with ice and bottled water included)
Fishing License

Question 7

Where do we meet you?

Accepted Answer

For fishing trips, we will typically leave from Maximo Park in Saint Petersburg which offers free public parking within the park.

Question 8

Is there a radio on the boat? Can I hook up my phone to play music?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! The boat has a powerful sound system that can connect Bluetooth to your phone to play your favorite music for the day.

Question 9

How far out will we be fishing on 6-8 hour trips?

Accepted Answer

On our ¾ and full day trips, we will typically be fishing out to around 9 miles offshore on various fishing spots.

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