Florida Raised Fishing Adventures Customer Reviews

Name: Florida Raised Fishing Adventures
Brand: Florida Raised Fishing Adventures
Rating: 5 (66 reviews)

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Captain Steven Swindal consistently delivers exceptional fishing results across Tampa Bay waters, with customers regularly catching 10+ fish per trip including snook, redfish, trout, and sharks. His expertise shines through strategic spot selection - when one location slows down, Steven quickly moves to productive waters, often putting clients on fish within minutes of departure. Experienced anglers appreciate his knowledge of seasonal patterns and techniques, while he patiently teaches beginners everything from baiting hooks to safely handling sharks. Steven's enthusiasm becomes contagious when customers land fish, celebrating each catch with genuine excitement. Families especially value his patience with children ages 5-14, taking individual time with each young angler and adapting trips to include exciting shark fishing when conditions change. His hands-on teaching style and willingness to answer countless questions about local fish and seasonal changes create memorable learning experiences. Multiple customers book repeat trips year after year, with many deleting other charter contacts after experiencing Steven's superior service.

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Repeat Customers

Family-Friendly

Hands-On Teaching

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Two Spanish mackerel caught during offshore fishing trip

Dusky Smooth-Hound fish caught during a fishing trip

Dusky Smooth-Hound fish caught during fishing

Fresh caught gag grouper being held on fishing boat during ocean fishing trip

Three anglers displaying their caught snook fish on the water

Nice redfish using bait casting and heavy tackle in clear conditions!

Storms brewing, but the bite's still on in Riverview!

Casting lines and hopes under partly cloudy skies at Williams Park!

Huge 37-inch redfish reeled in on a partly cloudy day!

Huge redfish hooked on a partly cloudy day in Riverview!

Huge redfish reeled in during a stormy day at Williams Park!

Huge 37-inch redfish landed during a stormy day adventure!

Snook-hunting success with the perfect bait cast in Riverview!

Big snook hooked in Riverview using the best bait casting technique!

Big Spotted Weakfish reeled in during a partly cloudy day in Riverview!

Spotted Weakfish battles stormy skies at Williams Park!

Redfish on the line with perfect partly cloudy skies!

Huge 32-inch redfish caught during a partly cloudy day!

A big tarpon caught in the action at Elbow Bend Road!

Calm day on the water, got a few good ones.

Caught a nice one while out on the water.

A lone angler fishing in an unknown location

Two Spanish Mackerel fish caught while fishing

Majestic Spanish mackerel caught while fishing

Summer Flounder fish caught while fishing

Fisherman with a Spanish mackerel, a 24-inch saltwater fish

Caught a nice one on a beautiful day by the water!

Fishing for a King Mackerel, 17 inches long

Cobia, a large fish, caught fishing in unknown location

9 impressive redfish, spotted weakfish, king mackerel, and little tunny caught fishing

Spanish Mackerel, a 17-inch fish caught while fishing

Caught a nice one in this beautiful spot!

Catching the big one on a sunny day at sea.

Reeling in a beauty on this gorgeous day!

A peaceful day by the shore, fish or no fish.

Four anglers fishing in a scenic location

Gag grouper caught fishing at unknown location

Two people fishing in an unknown location

Two people fishing at a scenic location.

A person fishing in an unspecified location

Three anglers fishing in unknown location

31-inch striped bass caught by fisherman

Successful fishing outing with 1 big fish

Fishing for a snook fish in an unknown location

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Olga Leavitt

March 26, 2026

Trip - Inshore Fishing Charter Tampa Bay for Snook and Redfish on March 26, 2026

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Had a great time today. Took two boys- ages 6 and 9 and they had a great time on first fishing trip. Caught tons of fish- mackerel was biting nonstop. Captain was friendly and patient with kids!

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Sam LeSavage

February 20, 2026

Trip - on February 20, 2026

Had an awesome time. Caught a beauty grouper. Will definitely be using again when we come back down. Would recommend!

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Sebastian John

February 7, 2026

Trip - on February 7, 2026

Fantastic fishing trip. Non stop sharks. Very cool guy

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Lisa Stadtmueller

February 6, 2026

Trip - Shark Fishing Charter in Tampa Bay on February 6, 2026

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Max 4 guests

62°F

Catches : 1

Sandbar Shark
Catches: 1

Capt. Steven took us on an amazing shark fishing adventure. Unforgettable experience!!! Especially for a team of both novice and experienced fishermen.

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Lisa Stadtmueller

February 6, 2026

Trip - Shark Fishing Charter in Tampa Bay on February 6, 2026

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Max 4 guests

62°F

Catches : 1

Sandbar Shark
Catches: 1

Capt. Steven took us on an amazing shark fishing adventure. Unforgettable experience!!! Especially for a team of both novice and experienced fishermen.

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David Banta

December 29, 2025

Trip - Inshore Fishing Charter Tampa Bay for Snook and Redfish on December 29, 2025

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Probably 50-60 fish between the 3 of us, constant action! Talk about putting you on fish!!!

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Drew Maltese

December 17, 2025

Trip - Inshore Fishing Charter Tampa Bay for Snook and Redfish on December 17, 2025

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Captain Steve put us on the fish. We caught plenty of Salmon and enjoyed the hard strikes by snook. Fun day!!!

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Jim McPherson

October 23, 2025

Trip - Inshore Fishing Charter Tampa Bay for Snook and Redfish on October 21, 2025

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Max 3 guests

87°F

Catches : 1

Redfish
Catches: 1

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Beth Durrett

September 29, 2025

Trip - Nearshore Fishing Charter Tampa Bay for Gag and Goliath Grouper on September 29, 2025

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Captain Steven was awesome! Keeps the boat moving until you hit on fish!

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Cody Petty

September 22, 2025

Trip - Inshore Fishing Charter Tampa Bay for Snook and Redfish on September 22, 2025

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Steve swindal was on time was best guide we caught more fish then I ever have! Thank you Steve. I will definitely be back!

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Evan House

September 15, 2025

Trip - Inshore Fishing Charter Tampa Bay for Snook and Redfish on September 15, 2025

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Had a blast my first time fishing! As a group, we caught 10+ fish. He showed us how to do everything. I’ll definitely be back!

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Jacquelyn House

September 8, 2025

Trip - Inshore Fishing Charter Tampa Bay for Snook and Redfish on September 8, 2025

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

We had a great trip. Caught like 10 fish! Steve was a great guide. Very helpful and patient with those who were inexperienced. Would definitely book with him again.

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About Florida Raised Fishing Adventures Business Reviews

If you're looking for an unforgettable fishing experience, look no further than Florida Raised Fishing Adventures. Our Tampa Bay fishing charters have been receiving rave reviews from customers who have reeled in some of the biggest and most impressive catch in the area. We take pride in providing a one-of-a-kind adventure that caters to both novice and experienced anglers alike.

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