
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 30 years. 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.
Rating summary
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+65Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%
Mar 27, 2025
4hr Half day starts at 8:30Am.
Captain George put me on the fish at every spot where he stopped the boat. The bait on his first cast barely had a chance to start swimming before the rod twitched and we were off and racing. He was really helpful with pointers about controlling one's cast (especially when the wind wasn't cooperating) and retrieve pattern and tempo. We totalled 14 or 15 fish in the boat and would have had at least 10 more if I had better hook-setting skills. I caught 5 different species using bait, jigs and spoons, which was really satisfying. I'm a repeat customer (from last year) and I'm doing it again this afternoon, you know I can't recommend him enough!
Captain George put me on the fish at every spot where he stopped the boat. The bait on his first cast barely had a chance to...







Jun 20, 2025
6Hr Morning trip Starts at 8:30Am.
We were catching fish from start to finish. The boat was clean and comfortable. Definitely recommend!
We were catching fish from start to finish. The boat was clean and comfortable. Definitely recommend!



Mar 23, 2025
Half day afternoon 4hr starts 1PM
Great fishing trip. Kids caught lots of fish and learned a lot. Highly recommend!
Great fishing trip. Kids caught lots of fish and learned a lot. Highly recommend!







Mar 16, 2024
Half day afternoon 4hr starts 1PM
We had the best time with Captain George. He was so knowledgeable, fun and helpful. It was my husband, me and our college daughter and we had a blast. We went to 5 different spots and we had bites at the first 4 spots within a minute (not kidding). We caught a variety of fish and had enough for a nice dinner that night. We will definitely go out with George again - just the best time.
We had the best time with Captain George. He was so knowledgeable, fun and helpful. It was my husband, me and our college daughter...












United States
Feb 8, 2024
4hr Half day starts at 8:30Am.
Captain George was very knowledgeable and taught us alot. It was our first time doing the more shallow water fishing, we are used to Deep Sea Fishing. It was a enjoyable and lovely experience! We will be doing this again with Capt. George!
Captain George was very knowledgeable and taught us alot. It was our first time doing the more shallow water fishing, we are used...




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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (68)


+65Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%

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4hr Half day starts at 8:30Am. on March 27, 2025
Captain George put me on the fish at every spot where he stopped the boat. The bait on his first cast barely had a chance to start swimming before the rod twitched and we were off and racing. He was really helpful with pointers about controlling one's cast (especially when the wind wasn't cooperating) and retrieve pattern and tempo. We totalled 14 or 15 fish in the boat and would have had at least 10 more if I had better hook-setting skills. I caught 5 different species using bait, jigs and spoons, which was really satisfying. I'm a repeat customer (from last year) and I'm doing it again this afternoon, you know I can't recommend him enough!
Captain George put me on the fish at every spot where he stopped the boat. The bait on his first cast barely had a chance to start swimming before the rod twitched and we were off and racing. He was really helpful with pointers about controlling one's cast (especially when the wind wasn't cooperating) and retrieve pattern and tempo. We totalled 14 or 15 fish in the boat and would have had at least 10 more if I had better hook-setting skills. I caught 5 different species using bait, jigs...








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6Hr Morning trip Starts at 8:30Am. on June 20, 2025
We were catching fish from start to finish. The boat was clean and comfortable. Definitely recommend!
We were catching fish from start to finish. The boat was clean and comfortable. Definitely recommend!



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Half day afternoon 4hr starts 1PM on March 23, 2025
Great fishing trip. Kids caught lots of fish and learned a lot. Highly recommend!
Great fishing trip. Kids caught lots of fish and learned a lot. Highly recommend!







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Boat
Crew
Overall
Half day afternoon 4hr starts 1PM on March 16, 2024
We had the best time with Captain George. He was so knowledgeable, fun and helpful. It was my husband, me and our college daughter and we had a blast. We went to 5 different spots and we had bites at the first 4 spots within a minute (not kidding). We caught a variety of fish and had enough for a nice dinner that night. We will definitely go out with George again - just the best time.
We had the best time with Captain George. He was so knowledgeable, fun and helpful. It was my husband, me and our college daughter and we had a blast. We went to 5 different spots and we had bites at the first 4 spots within a minute (not kidding). We caught a variety of fish and had enough for a nice dinner that night. We will definitely go out with George again - just the best time.













United States
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
4hr Half day starts at 8:30Am. on February 8, 2024
Captain George was very knowledgeable and taught us alot. It was our first time doing the more shallow water fishing, we are used to Deep Sea Fishing. It was a enjoyable and lovely experience! We will be doing this again with Capt. George!
Captain George was very knowledgeable and taught us alot. It was our first time doing the more shallow water fishing, we are used to Deep Sea Fishing. It was a enjoyable and lovely experience! We will be doing this again with Capt. George!




