Join Fishy Business on an unforgettable journey and capture the true essence of inshore and nearshore fishing with Captain Rick Gross. You can count on your guide to hook you up with some pretty impressive fish, while you enjoy a relaxing day coasting through the unspoiled waterways and flats of Bradenton, Florida.

Your trip will take place aboard the captain’s Dorado center console, powered by a 250 HP Yamaha engine. It comes with navigational equipment, a wireless trolling motor, and safety gear. It fits up to 4 people comfortably, allowing all guests to fish at the same time, and kids of all ages are welcome aboard.

Captain Rick will take you through backcountry flats and secluded coastal waters to battle some hard-fighting, shallow-water species such as Tarpon, Redfish, Snook, and Cobia. You’ll also have an opportunity to bottom fish over a few beautiful underwater structures along the Gulf Coast. Here you’ll be targeting bottom-dwellers like Gag Grouper and Mangrove Snapper. Depending on the season, you might also encounter Permit, King and Spanish Mackerel, Sheepshead, and more!

State-of-the-art Shimano, Daiwa, Penn, and custom Bull Bay rods are available on each trip. Live bait will also be prepared for you prior to departure. Capt. Rick will take care of your fishing license for you as well, so you can just relax and focus on fishing! You can also have your catch clean and filleted so it’s ready to be thrown on the grill once you get home.

Luckily, Bradenton is an all-year-round destination for fishing, so your choices are endless. Capt. Rick will make sure to put you on to some awesome fish while showing you a great time out on the water. Book your fishing trip today, and expect the unexpected with Fishy Business!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $700
    Time flies when you're fishing! This 4-hour trip is more than just fun, it's a challenge. Go up against some of Florida's finest, including Cobia, Tarpon, Mangrove Snapper, Sheepshead, and more. You can choose from backcountry flats, reefs and wrecks, and other inshore/nearshore options. Explore the unspoiled wilderness of Central Florida with Capt. Rick and book your trip today!
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Jigging
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Permit
    Permit
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
    Pompano
    Pompano
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $700
    This 4-hour trip is perfect for the backcountry and inshore waters. You'll target anything from Tarpon to Snook, as well as Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Mangrove Snapper. This trip is ideal for kids or the family as it's not too long and starts in the afternoon. Book your trip today and create lasting memories with Fishy Business!
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Spinning
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $900
    Explore the untouched backcountry and inshore waters of Bradenton, Florida with your guide, Capt. Rick. These productive waters are irresistible to all anglers and always have them coming back for more. Battle the "Silver King" or challenge other impressive species such as King Mackerel or Gag Grouper on this unforgettable journey!
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Spinning
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $900
    Enjoy an entire day on the water and target some impressive species such as King and Spanish Mackerel, Mangrove Snapper, Gag Grouper, Cobia, Tarpon, and more! The options here are endless. You'll stay within 9 miles of shore, and you really don't need to go out further because the bites are hot around these inshore coastal waters!
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day 4-anglers max Tarpon trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Jun 30
    US $1,100
    Challenge the mighty Tarpon and always remember to "bow to the King." This tough-fighter ain't for the faint of heart, so come prepared to battle the beast in his domain. He might have home-water advantage, but that doesn't mean you can't outsmart him using Capt. Rick's state-of-the-art gear and tackle. Book today!
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FAQs about Fishy Business LLC

Fishy Business LLC offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 3/4 Day 4-anglers max Tarpon trip (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Fishy Business LLC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Fishy Business LLC include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Daiwa, Shimano, Penn, & custom Bull Bay rods.)
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License

Fishy Business LLC offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Fishy Business LLC offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning

Top targeted fish species with Fishy Business LLC include:
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Permit
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Meet the Captain

Rick Gross
Bradenton, Florida, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
1 Customer reviews
Member since February 2019
Captain Rick Gross is a Florida native and has been living in the Bradenton area since 1974. His passion and enthusiasm towards fishing have led him to start his own charter and make a serious career out of the sport. He passed the Coast Guard Exam in 1986 and soon after founded Fishy Business LLC. Since then, Capt. Rick has been featured in several local newspapers, including the Bradenton and Sarasota Heralds, and the Tampa Tribune. He has also written articles for Florida and Saltwater Sportsman magazines and has been featured in several TV shows, including Reel Animals, Hooked on Fishing, and Your Guide to Fishing. Each year, Captain Rick participates in Wounded Warrior events and is avid about giving back to his community. He is an excellent guide and patient teacher who loves meeting new people and enjoys showing others the true joy of saltwater fishing!

About this listing

Targeted species

Cobia Cobia
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Permit Permit

Boat specs

Dorado (Center console) originally built in 2012. Powered by a 250HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots.

Length
23 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Daiwa, Shimano, Penn, & custom Bull Bay rods.
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

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.

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
All ages welcome!
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2.5% charge will apply.

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Half day trip with Capt. Rick

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 5, 2020
Had a great morning catching snook after snook! Capt. Rick put us on a lot of fish and was extremely knowledgeable, helping...
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