About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

We are a seasoned premier guiding service done exclusively from the Sarasota shoreline and beaches WITHOUT a boat being used. Did I mention, NO SEASICKNESS on my trips. Come join your kind and courteous guide Steve on this exciting fishing trip you’ve been looking for! Steve’s local experience, expertise and enthusiasm (30+ years fishing the Sarasota beaches 🏖️) will surely help put you on the fish at the hottest spots. Trips are designed for all skill levels from beginner to advanced with an emphasis on “learning” the local beach fishing scene and last between 2 and 4 hours. We target all the inshore species (snook, redfish, trout, pompano, sheepshead, black drum and more) that you can catch from a boat for less. In addition, large groups are welcome up to 10 persons which is not possible on most other charters due to Coast Guard rules.

Short quick trips are great for young kids or a full schedule, but still want to get your fishing in without using up your entire day.

Special beach fishing learning trips are also available along with a single angler budget friendly trip. Let me customize your fishing trip, the sky’s the limit. Feel free to bring snacks, soda and water and appropriate beach attire like swim suit, long sleeve sun protective shirts, hats, sunglasses and sunscreen to help make your day enjoyable. I bring all the needed equipment, like rods and reels, tackle, ice, cooler and ziplock bags for your filleted catch.

Ready to book your beach fishing adventure? Let’s go and have some fun!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore

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.

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.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Waders

Wader rentals are not available.

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

	2 Hours	3 Hours	4 Hours	6 Hours
1 Person	$390.00	$435.00	$475.00	$625.00
2 People	$390.00	$435.00	$475.00	$625.00
3 People	$390.00	$435.00	$475.00	$625.00
4 People	$390.00	$435.00	$475.00	$625.00

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

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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.

Steven H.

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

Talkative

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

Laid-back

About Your Guide

Steven H.

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

Meet Captain Steve—a shoreline specialist with over 30 years of local fishing knowledge and a lifetime of saltwater adventure. Raised in Southern California, Steve grew up immersed in the ocean lifestyle. From surfing and scuba diving to spearfishing and diving for lobster, he’s always had a deep connection to the sea. That passion for the water eventually led him to the rugged coastlines of Baja, Mexico, where he discovered a fisherman’s paradise and a true sense of wild, untamed adventure.

Now based in Longboat Key, Florida since 1992, Captain Steve brings that same spirit of discovery to every shoreline charter. He offers a rare chance to fish Florida’s rich coastal waters—no boat required. Whether you're casting from the sandbars or working the troughs and structure along the beach, Steve knows exactly where to go and what’s biting. It's a laid-back, hands-on way to experience Florida fishing like never before.

But fishing is only part of the story. Captain Steve is also a passionate naturalist and loves sharing his knowledge of the local ecosystem. From spotting birds and sea life to explaining how tides shape the shoreline, your trip becomes a complete coastal immersion—perfect for anglers and nature lovers alike.

So whether you're a seasoned surf caster or brand new to fishing, Captain Steve invites you to explore Florida’s coast in the most authentic way possible. Come walk the beach, cast a line, and experience the thrill of saltwater fishing—just like he did in Baja—with your own personal beach guide leading the way.

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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.

Sarasota, Florida

Areas Fished

Gulf of Mexico (Gulf of America)

Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore

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.

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.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Waders

Wader rentals are not available.

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 .

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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

Artificial Lure Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Fly Fishing
Jigging
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Sight Casting
Surf Fishing
Wading
Topwater Fishing

Everything Else to Know

All gear is included, bait, ice and patient instruction.
If needed, bring a valid Florida fishing license if required online:
www.gooutdoorsflorida.com

You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

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

Dixie

Verified Review

May 15

Dixie

Verified Review

May 15

Captain Steve was super flexible with us when we had to make a change, and also with the rain. He communicated clearly, regularly, and well! He knew the best times and place to fish! He really moved and kept our lines baited with fresh bait and with what was good for what we were fishing for. He is a fun guy, knows his stuff, came prepared, and made the experience great! We all caught at least one fish! (Not all pictured) And, one was a keeper! He filleted it for us right there (we brought a cooler with ice). It was the best fish taco I have ever had!! We would recommend him and go fishing with him again!

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Response from Steven:

Hi Dixie! Thanks again for booking with me and appreciate your wonderful 5 Star review. I’m so glad you enjoyed your experience with some nice snook and redfish caught. Look forward to going after some keeper snook in the Fall. Appreciate everything! Warm regards, Captain Steve 🏖️🎣😄

Response from Steven:

Hi Dixie!

Thanks again for booking with me and appreciate your wonderful 5 Star review. I’m so glad you enjoyed your experience with some nice snook and redfish caught.
Look forward to going after some keeper snook in the Fall. Appreciate everything!

Warm regards,

Captain Steve
🏖️🎣😄

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Stacy

Verified Review

April 2

Stephen was an excellent guide. He helped my 11 year old son find different places to cast and even walked him into some deeper water to cast, which was exciting! He was prepared and very pleasant.

Stacy

Verified Review

April 2

Stephen was an excellent guide. He helped my 11 year old son find different places to cast and even walked him into some deeper water to cast, which was exciting! He was prepared and very pleasant.

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Response from Steven:

Thanks for the 5-Star review Stacy! It was a pleasure having you both and hope to see you again! Captain Steve

Response from Steven:

Thanks for the 5-Star review Stacy!
It was a pleasure having you both and hope to see you again!

Captain Steve

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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.