
Buoy Time Charters invites you down to the sunny shores of Port St Joe to spend the day chasing the Sunshine State’s top inshore species. Jump aboard and have a great time reeling in Redfish, Trout, Tripletail, and more, then head home with a cooler full of tasty fish. This is what Florida fishing is all about.
Captain Michael Bodiford grew up fishing the same waters he now runs charters on. He loves the area, loves the fishing here, and loves sharing it with anglers of any age or experience level. From seasoned pros to young kids, he will get everyone reeling in fish during your time onboard.
Spend the day aboard a 21’ Pro Master bay boat. Fully restored in 2017, she can carry 4 guests in comfort and comes equipped with everything you need for a fun, productive charter. There’s an ice box for your drinks and a full array of safety gear to keep your trip worry-free. You’re also never far from a toilet, so you can spend the day in comfort.
The boat is perfectly designed for exploring these waters in search of big fish. Her GPS combines with the captain’s extensive local knowledge to get you to the best spots in no time. Her livewell keeps your bait fighting fit until it goes in the water. Add in a versatile build that’s as home on the flats as a few miles into the Gulf, and you’re ready for anything.
Capt. Michael offers specialist trips targeting Scallops and Tripletail. Scalloping trips are great for kids and families, as you can get into the water to swim and snorkel as you fill the boat with delicious shellfish. Tripletail is Capt. Michael’s signature species and are some of the tastiest eating out there.
Can’t decide what to target? Book in for a full day trip and take on Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Spanish Mackerel, and even Sharks! Whatever you’re after, you can’t go wrong with a passionate, local guide like Capt. Michael, especially in these legendary waters.
Rating summary
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+51Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Appropriate for children
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
92%
Caught fish
93%
Jun 18, 2025
5 Hour Trip - Tripletail
We had such an incredible time catching trout and red fish with Captain Michael. We caught fish after fish and had a great time while doing it. I can’t say enough good things about our experience. 10/10 recommend.
We had such an incredible time catching trout and red fish with Captain Michael. We caught fish after fish and had a great time...





Sep 11, 2025
5 Hour Trip - Tripletail
Pleasant morning on the water with very amicable Captain Mike. Turned the experienced fisherman loose and coached/encouraged the inexperienced one. Lots of variety seen and caught.
Pleasant morning on the water with very amicable Captain Mike. Turned the experienced fisherman loose and coached/encouraged the...
Jun 6, 2025
5 Hour Trip - Tripletail
We’ve been coming to the area for quite a while and we learned more about the area today than all our trips combined. Looking forward to heading out again with Captain Mike!
We’ve been coming to the area for quite a while and we learned more about the area today than all our trips combined. Looking...
Jun 25, 2025
5 Hour Trip - Tripletail
Captain Mike was a pleasure to fish with and he put us on fish. I will definitely be contacting him again in the future.
Captain Mike was a pleasure to fish with and he put us on fish. I will definitely be contacting him again in the future.
Jul 14, 2025
5 Hour Trip - Tripletail
Captain worked hard to stay on fish all day good time highly recommended
Captain worked hard to stay on fish all day good time highly recommended
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (54)


+51Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Appropriate for children
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
92%
Caught fish
93%
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5 Hour Trip - Tripletail on June 18, 2025
We had such an incredible time catching trout and red fish with Captain Michael. We caught fish after fish and had a great time while doing it. I can’t say enough good things about our experience. 10/10 recommend.
We had such an incredible time catching trout and red fish with Captain Michael. We caught fish after fish and had a great time while doing it. I can’t say enough good things about our experience. 10/10 recommend.






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5 Hour Trip - Tripletail on September 11, 2025
Pleasant morning on the water with very amicable Captain Mike. Turned the experienced fisherman loose and coached/encouraged the inexperienced one. Lots of variety seen and caught.
Pleasant morning on the water with very amicable Captain Mike. Turned the experienced fisherman loose and coached/encouraged the inexperienced one. Lots of variety seen and caught.

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Crew
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5 Hour Trip - Tripletail on June 6, 2025
We’ve been coming to the area for quite a while and we learned more about the area today than all our trips combined. Looking forward to heading out again with Captain Mike!
We’ve been coming to the area for quite a while and we learned more about the area today than all our trips combined. Looking forward to heading out again with Captain Mike!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
5 Hour Trip - Tripletail on June 25, 2025
Captain Mike was a pleasure to fish with and he put us on fish. I will definitely be contacting him again in the future.
Captain Mike was a pleasure to fish with and he put us on fish. I will definitely be contacting him again in the future.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
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5 Hour Trip - Tripletail on July 14, 2025
Captain worked hard to stay on fish all day good time highly recommended
Captain worked hard to stay on fish all day good time highly recommended
