The Fish Hunter
The Fish Hunter
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Captain George Hastick a.k.a. The Fish Hunter has fished the productive waters of the Tampa Bay and St Petersburg area for the last 40 years and over 25 years professional guiding St Petersburg. George developed a passion for fishing very early in his childhood at the ripe age of 5. Over the years, his love for fishing evolved into an obsession that he enjoys sharing with just about anyone he meets.
George's outgoing personality makes him treat all his guests as if they've been fishing buddies for years. He realizes that a fishing trip is not just about fishing - the entire experience needs to be memorable, from the moment that you step on board until you're back on the docks, and he will make sure yours is an experience you won't forget. He operates a 23' bay boat equipped with a GPS and a fishfinder, with a maximum passenger capacity of 4.
The Fish Hunter has been featured in the 'Sling N' Bait' TV show which aired nation-wide and has had frequent write-ups in local fishing and newspaper publications. He's also a regular at the local fishing seminars, teaching fishing at workshops at the West Marine, Tropicana Field and at the Florida State Fair Ground for the Tampa Bay Times. George also actively publishes his fishing reports online and in several local newspapers.
There's a variety of fish that can be caught in the Tampa Bay area. Inshore game fish such as Snook, Trout, Redfish, Mackerel, Drum and more abound! Captain Hastick has several departure points from St. Petersburg to Tampa for your convenience.
All fishing equipment is included, complete with live and artificial bait. Florida fishing licenses are mandatory for all anglers on the boat and will be supplied by Captain George at no additional cost. Drinks, along with a cooler with ice are provided on board for your consideration. Captain George will also clean, bag and Ice your catch if you decide to take fish home.
Captain George Hastick a.k.a. The Fish Hunter has fished the productive waters of the Tampa Bay and St Petersburg area for the last 40 years and over 25 years professional guiding St Petersburg. George developed a passion for fishing very early in his childhood at the ripe age of 5. Over the years, his love for fishing evolved into an obsession that he enjoys sharing with just about anyone he meets.
George's outgoing personality makes him treat all his guests as if they've been fishing buddies for years. He realizes that a fishing trip is not just about fishing - the entire experience needs to be memorable, from the moment that you step on board until you're back on the docks, and he will make sure yours is an experience you won't forget. He operates a 23' bay boat equipped with a GPS and a fishfinder, with a maximum passenger capacity of 4.
The Fish Hunter has been featured in the 'Sling N' Bait' TV show which aired nation-wide and has had frequent write-ups in local fishing and newspaper publications. He's also a regular at the local fishing seminars, teaching fishing at workshops at the West Marine, Tropicana Field and at the Florida State Fair Ground for the Tampa Bay Times. George also actively publishes his fishing reports online and in several local newspapers.
There's a variety of fish that can be caught in the Tampa Bay area. Inshore game fish such as Snook, Trout, Redfish, Mackerel, Drum and more abound! Captain Hastick has several departure points from St. Petersburg to Tampa for your convenience.
All fishing equipment is included, complete with live and artificial bait. Florida fishing licenses are mandatory for all anglers on the boat and will be supplied by Captain George at no additional cost. Drinks, along with a cooler with ice are provided on board for your consideration. Captain George will also clean, bag and Ice your catch if you decide to take fish home.
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Customer reviews
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All reviews (20)
We caught too many fish to count and had an amazing time fishing with Captain George! He was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and made our first sea fishing trip easy and enjoyable. He knew exactly where to find the fish and was always happy to help, making sure everyone had a great experience. We couldn't have asked for a better guide and would highly recommend Captain George to anyone looking for a fun and successful day on the water!
Neil, Thank you for the review. It was a pleasure having your family on the boat. I am glad you all had a great time and I look forward to your next visit. Capt George Hastick
Had an amazing day on the water with Captain George! We went to several different spots for different varieties of fish and caught and kept fish at every spot. My son landed a slam Snook, Redfish and and trout. Not only that but plenty of snapper in the cooler as well. Boat was great, tackle was great and Captain George was on it all day! Would HIGHLY recommend for an amazing experience
Jeff, I am glad that you and your son had a great time. We had a solid 4hr bite, and I was glad when Jeffrey landed his snook and achieved his slam! We were able to avoid the rain and the weatherman had it wrong again. I look forward to getting you out there again, until then be good. Capt. George Hastick
Captain George put us on the fish right away. George was a great guide. He was set up to fish for several different species. He was extremely patient and helpful, and showed us exactly what to do to successfully land the fish. He filleted our catch so we could take it to the local hook&cook restaurant. Thanks for a great day of fishing.
David thank you so much for wriying a review. i am glad you enjoyed the trip and eating the fresh fish!
Captain Hastick is knowledgeable, very attentive and knows where the fish are. He easily worked with three of us keeping hooks baited, casting in difficult situations and keeping us on fish.
kurt, thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. I am glad you had a good time and look forward to seeing you huys again! Capt George Hastick
Patrick thank you for the review. It was my pleasure getting you and your daughter Ashley out today. You both caught the variety today but Ashley caught the fish of the day with her 27 inch snook! Until next time stay good. thank you, Capt. George Hastick
FAQs about The Fish Hunter
What are the trip rates for The Fish Hunter?
- US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 3hr Quickie Afternoon trip (3 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 3hr Quickie Morning trip (3 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half day afternoon 4hr starts 1PM (4 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half day morning 4hr starts 8:30 AM (4 hours)
- US $925 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 6Hr Morning trip Starts at 8:30Am. (6 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with The Fish Hunter?
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well Custom 48 Gal Livewell
- Multimedia system Radio and Blue tooth capable
- Wireless trolling motor
- Ice box and a 70-quart cooler
- Sonar
What's included in the trip price with The Fish Hunter?
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (Custom 48 gallon livewell)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (When we get back to the dock Capt. George will clean, bag and ice any fish that you have kept and even suggest a restaurant that will cook your catch for you.)
- Drinks (I will have a large 70-80 quart cooler filled with plenty of water and Powerade included with your trip. You can also bring any drinks that you may want to add to the cooler. Beer is fine as long as you drink responsibly. )
- Fishing license (Once you step aboard the Fish Hunter, Captain George's commercial fishing license will cover everyone onboard, so there is no need to go out and buy a license. We got you covered.)
What types of fishing does The Fish Hunter offer?
- Inshore fishing
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Flats fishing
- Backcountry fishing
What fishing techniques does The Fish Hunter offer?
- Light tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Drift fishing (drifting flats)
Which fish species can I catch with The Fish Hunter?
- Black Drum
- Cobia
- Flounder
- Jack Crevalle
- Redfish
- Seabass (Black)
- Shark (Blacktip)
- Sheepshead
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snook
- Spanish Mackerel
- Speckled Trout
Your captain
My Uncle Frank handed me a fishing pole when I was 5 and it grew from there. From ponds and lakes, it grew into fishing the salt water for a variety of species. From Redfish, Snook, and Trout to Grouper, Cobia, and Mangrove Snapper and all that are in between. Snook is one of my favorite fish to catch on the inshore scene. Since I grew up originally wanting to be a professional Bass fisherman but started to love the saltwater and the Snook was like a Bass on steroids and guiding/teaching became a passion, I became a professional fishing guide. When you step on my boat, we will be fishing like we have been fishing buddies for years with a very easy-going 'let's catch fish' atmosphere and we will catch fish. I have been fishing the waters of Tampa / St. Petersburg for over 40 years and over 22yrs as a professional. I am proud to say that in all my years of guiding I have never had a fishless trip. So come aboard the 'Fish Hunter' and lets make some memories.
George H.
Captain
My Uncle Frank handed me a fishing pole when I was 5 and it grew from there. From ponds and lakes, it grew into fishing the salt water for a variety of species. From Redfish, Snook, and Trout to Grouper, Cobia, and Mangrove Snapper and all that are in between. Snook is one of my favorite fish to catch on the inshore scene. Since I grew up originally wanting to be a professional Bass fisherman but started to love the saltwater and the Snook was like a Bass on steroids and guiding/teaching became a passion, I became a professional fishing guide. When you step on my boat, we will be fishing like we have been fishing buddies for years with a very easy-going 'let's catch fish' atmosphere and we will catch fish. I have been fishing the waters of Tampa / St. Petersburg for over 40 years and over 22yrs as a professional. I am proud to say that in all my years of guiding I have never had a fishless trip. So come aboard the 'Fish Hunter' and lets make some memories.
George H.
Captain
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How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.
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