Florida Native Fishing Co.
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Florida Native Fishing Co.

State licensed
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(8 reviews)
Map of Clearwater, FL, United States
538 South Belleair Causeway
Clearwater, FL, United States
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Florida Native Fishing Co. is a well-established nearshore guide service that has been successfully putting fishermen and families on solid rod-bending action, island hopping, sightseeing, and much more for many years. Capt. Kyle Howard is a USCG licensed guide that loves spending each day on the water. He’s great at teaching people how to fish, so everyone leaves his boat with a new skill.

Capt. Kyle specializes in nearshore fishing and this is where you will spend most of your fishing time. Your main targets will be Redfish, Flounder, Snook, Spotted Seatrout, Sheepshead, or Snapper. Capt. Kyle has mastered light tackle with live bait and you will mostly catch fish using this technique.

You will fish from a 24’ Pathfinder center console. The boat accommodates up to 4 guests and everyone aboard can fish in comfort at the same time. The boat is powered by a 250 HP Yamaha engine that can reach an amazing speed of 50 knots.

Your captain will prepare your fishing equipment, live bait, etc. You can bring your food and other beverages, there’s enough space in the cooler. You can keep the fish you catch and Capt. Kyle will clean and fillet it for you after the trip.

Florida Native Fishing Co. runs trips year-round. Capt. Kyle especially prides himself in having many returned clients. Come and see why!

  • Fishing License
  • Live Bait
  • You Keep Catch
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • Child Friendly
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Food (Snacks)

Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $600
    The captain will provide your fishing equipment, live bait, and fresh water. Feel free to bring your own beverages and food. After the trip, Captain Kyle will clean and fillet your catch. You will fish the inshore waters around Clearwater.
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Ladyfish
    Ladyfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Pompano
    Pompano
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Grunt
    Grunt

FAQs about Florida Native Fishing Co.

Florida Native Fishing Co. offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $600 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
When you book a trip with Florida Native Fishing Co., you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
Trips booked with Florida Native Fishing Co. include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano)
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • Fishing License
Florida Native Fishing Co. offers the following type of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing (Within sight of land)
Florida Native Fishing Co. offers the following fishing technique:
  • Spinning
Top targeted fish species with Florida Native Fishing Co. include:
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Snapper (Mangrove)

Meet the Captain

Kyle Howard
Clearwater, Florida, United States
8 Customer reviews
Response time 12 hours
Member since December 2018
Captain Kyle was born and raised in Clearwater, Florida. His father took him on trips since he was a child. Over time, fishing became his primary hobby and after that, it transitioned into a profession. The captain loves spending time on the water. He also enjoys taking new people on his trips and making new friends. He also likes taking kids fishing since he has a small son himself. He takes pride in having many returning clients.

About this listing

Targeted species

Cobia Cobia
Flounder Flounder
Snapper (Mangrove) Mangrove Snapper

Boat specs

Pathfinder (Center console) originally built in 2001, and restored in 2014. Powered by a 250HP Yamaha 4 stroke engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 45 knots.

Length
24 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Within sight of land

Fishing techniques

Spinning

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
At least 5 years old; life vests supplied
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
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Payment

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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:

Cash

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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Al D.
Excellent
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Great trip!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 2, 2024
Capt Kyle was fantastic! Kept us on fish all day .
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Half Day Trip with Captain Kyle

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 27, 2020
Our group had an absolute blast out on the water with Captain Kyle. He is extremely knowledgeable on these waters and took...
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Travis N.
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Half day trip with Captain Kyle

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on April 7, 2021
Captain Kyle took care of all our needs from the moment we got on the boat. Kyle set us up with the equipment and bait that...
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Bill D.
Washington, MO
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Great Guide

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on February 16, 2020
Kyle was fantastic.  He’s very personable which is extremely important.  I’ve been with guides who are not much fun...
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Westfield, IN
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Captain Kyle Rocks

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 9, 2021
We had an awesome time with Captain Kyle! He was very attentive and got us on the bite! See you next spring Kyle.
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