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Storymaker Fishing Charters 

4.9
(22 reviews)
 37 St NE & Poplars St NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33702, United States–
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Storymaker Fishing Charters 

St. Petersburg, FL, United States
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24 ft
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4.9
(22 reviews)
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Storymaker Fishing Charters is a locally owned and operated Tampa Bay fishing charter. Join Captain Rob on a fishing adventure and see why decades of experience and a personal attitude make all the difference for an enjoyable - and productive - fishing trip.

Your trip will take place aboard Captain Rob's 2019 SX240 Skeeter full tower boat. Measuring 24 ft, this roomy boat gives a comfortable ride to up to four guests. With a T-top for protection on sunny days and a full range of navigation and safety gear, it has all the additions you need to find the places where the fish like to hide. Get between fishing spots in no time thanks to the boat's 300 HP Yamaha motor and make the most of your day on the water.

Storymaker Fishing Charters is ready and waiting to show you how good inshore and nearshore fishing can be in the area. Captain Rob has been fishing the local waters for over thirty years and has a whole arsenal of techniques that will be put to use on the day of your trip. Whether you want to hunt for Redfish in the back bays, search for Snook on a summer evening, bottom fish for tasty and colorful Snappers and Groupers, or tackle Tampa Bay's number one sportfish - the Silver King, or Tarpon, he has the gear and expertise to get you hooked up.

The use of high quality rods and reels is included in the price of every trip, so there is no need to bring your own gear. And at the end of the day, Captain Rob will clean and fillet any fish that you would like to keep (according to local rules and regulations, of course).

Book today for fun on the water and a great attitude!

Storymaker Fishing Charters is a locally owned and operated Tampa Bay fishing charter. Join Captain Rob on a fishing adventure and see why decades of experience and a personal attitude make all the difference for an enjoyable - and productive - fishing trip.

Your trip will take place aboard Captain Rob's 2019 SX240 Skeeter full tower boat. Measuring 24 ft, this roomy boat gives a comfortable ride to up to four guests. With a T-top for protection on sunny days and a full range of navigation and safety gear, it has all the additions you need to find the places where the fish like to hide. Get between fishing spots in no time thanks to the boat's 300 HP Yamaha motor and make the most of your day on the water.

Storymaker Fishing Charters is ready and waiting to show you how good inshore and nearshore fishing can be in the area. Captain Rob has been fishing the local waters for over thirty years and has a whole arsenal of techniques that will be put to use on the day of your trip. Whether you want to hunt for Redfish in the back bays, search for Snook on a summer evening, bottom fish for tasty and colorful Snappers and Groupers, or tackle Tampa Bay's number one sportfish - the Silver King, or Tarpon, he has the gear and expertise to get you hooked up.

The use of high quality rods and reels is included in the price of every trip, so there is no need to bring your own gear. And at the end of the day, Captain Rob will clean and fillet any fish that you would like to keep (according to local rules and regulations, of course).

Book today for fun on the water and a great attitude!

Robert Hansen
Captain
Robert Hansen
23 years of experience
What this charter offers
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Child friendly
What this charter offers
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Child friendly

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Rating

4.9
22 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (28)

Reviews (22)

  • Monty Potter
    Monty Potter
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    1/2 day trip with Captain Rob

    1/2 Day Inshore Fishing Trip (PM) on September 23, 2022 • 1 adult

    Fishing with Captain Rob was a great experience. His 20 plus years as a guide was obvious, but his love of fishing and his home were even more obvious. He flexibility and eagerness to assure I had a great time made the trip even better. Thanks for a great afternoon and evening Captain Rob!

  • Michael Hoech
    Michael Hoech
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2019
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day trip with Captain Rob

    1/2 Day Inshore Fishing Trip (copy) on July 5, 2019 • 2 adults

    My wife and I were in town for a few days and was able to book with captain rob at the last minute. He did not let us down. He put us on a bunch of reds and and a bunch of snook. I highly recommend rob and I will use him the next time I’m in town. Mike, cypress. Texas

  • Duane Remish
    Duane Remish
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2019
    5.0
    Verified

    6 hour tour

    3/4 Day Inshore Fishing Trip (AM) on March 31, 2019 • 2 adults

    My son and I had an incredible experience. The captain knew just where and how to keep us on nice fish. Storymaker made a memory for us that will last a lifetime. Thanks Captains Rob and Ron. Can't wait to go again.

  • James Heintzman
    James Heintzman
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2019
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Robert

    1/2 Day Inshore Fishing Trip (copy) on March 26, 2019 • 2 adults

    Had an awesome afternoon on,the bay with Captain Rob! Had a great boat, top notch gear and worked hard to put is on quality fish. Thanks for a great trip Captain Rob!

  • Laurie Duggan
    Laurie Duggan
    5.0

    Amazing Night

    Summer Nights Snook Fishing on August 13, 2015

    We went out on the Summer Nights trip our first night on vacation and what a way to start a fishing weekend. Rob worked so hard to get us on the fish and keep us on the fish all night. Our first two casts brought in 'bucket list' sized Snook and before the night was over we had the backwater slam. It was a great fishing night as well as a very peaceful experience being on the water at sunset. I'm so glad that we chose to book this charter and would definitely recommend this trip to anyone in the area.

  • Buddy Winnslow
    Buddy Winnslow
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2020
    5.0
    Verified

    half day 3pm to 7pm

    1/2 Day Inshore Fishing Trip (copy) on February 13, 2020 • 2 adults

    Captain Rob and Ron were Great. Within 15 minutes from the dock the lines were in the water and we were catching fish. Lots of fun, approximately 30 Red fish and snook.

  • Jay Mander
    Jay Mander
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2021
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Robert

    1/2 Day Inshore Fishing Trip (PM) on June 23, 2021 • 2 adults • 1 child
  • Charles Thorpe
    Charles Thorpe
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2019
    5.0
    Verified

    After a BIG Blow!

    1/2 Day Inshore Fishing Trip (copy) on March 29, 2019 • 3 adults

    Captain Robert, did a perfect job! He is an expert boat handler, safe and very smooth. He got us on Snook and Red Fish in tough conditions. My only regret was not entering a tournament as we hooked into some real trophies in both species. I’ll be back when the Tarpon run!

  • Rich Conte
    Rich Conte
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2019
    2 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Monster Red Fish trip w Capt Rob

    1/2 Day Inshore Fishing Trip (PM) on September 27, 2020 • 2 adults

    1/2 day afternoon . Capt Rob took me and my daughter out . The fishing was amazing . He put us on fish and taught us so much. Just a amazing experience . We booked another trip . Don’t Hesitate!!!!

  • Kevin King
    Kevin King
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2019
    4.7
    Verified

    3/4 day with storymaker

    3/4 Day Inshore Fishing Trip (AM) on July 7, 2019 • 2 adults • 1 child

    My son and I had a great experience with Storymaker. At first I was a little concerned because we weren’t catching anything but that turned around toward the end of the charter and we hit a sweet spot. We caught our limit of snapper, and even had a good fight with a cobia. Overall a good experience

FAQs about Storymaker Fishing Charters

Storymaker Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 1/2 Day Inshore Fishing Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 1/2 Day Inshore Fishing Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Night Time Snook Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Inshore Fishing Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Tarpon Fishing (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 8-Hour Tarpon Fishing (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Storymaker Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Simrad
  • Fishfinder Simrad
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system Fusion stereo with Bluetooth
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Storymaker Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing license
Storymaker Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Storymaker Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Storymaker Fishing Charters include:
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Snook
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Robert Hansen
Robert Hansen
St. Petersburg, Florida, United States
30 Fishing Reports
22 Customer reviews
Typical response within 20 hours
Member since April 2015
I'm a local born in raised in the Tampa Bay Area, and have been working on charter and private boats since high school. I have always been surrounded by water living in Pinellas County. I started fishing as a young boy and love having the ability to enjoy the beautiful waters from sunrise to sunset
Robert Hansen
Robert Hansen
30
reports
22
reviews
2015
member since
~21h
response
I'm a local born in raised in the Tampa Bay Area, and have been working on charter and private boats since high school. I have always been surrounded by water living in Pinellas County. I started fishing as a young boy and love having the ability to enjoy the beautiful waters from sunrise to sunset

The fish you can target

King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Snook
Snook
Tarpon
Tarpon
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Snook
Snook
Tarpon
Tarpon

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while standing on a boat in calm waters.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Enjoy a afternoon with StoryMaker
  • Adult angler holding a small shark aboard a boat on calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Bonnethead Shark
    Monty P.
    Monty P.
    Fishing with Captain Rob was a great experience. His 20 plus years as a guide was obvious, but his love of fishing and his home were even more obvious. He flexibility and eagerness to assure I had a great time made the trip even better. Thanks for a great afternoon and evening Captain Rob!
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while standing on a boat in calm waters, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Buddy and Rick had a lost count, I quit kinda day! Thanks for hiring Storymaker Fishing Charters.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catches of Redfish and Snook while fishing in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Buddy W.
    Buddy W.
    Captain Rob and Ron were Great. Within 15 minutes from the dock the lines were in the water and we were catching fish. Lots of fun, approximately 30 Red fish and snook.
  • An angler proudly displaying a Redfish while standing on a boat in a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    With the last cold front and water temperatures on the rise the inshore fishing has been good with plenty of redfish and snook rounding out our recent trips this past week!
  • Adult angler holding a large snook over calm inshore waters, wearing red fishing bibs and a branded cap.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Come join us for an afternoon of fishing in the Tampa Bay area!
  • An angler proudly displaying a large King Mackerel while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    The kingfishing this past week has been very good with several fish being caught close to the beach.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Black Sea Bass while on a fishing trip, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Black Seabass
    The tripletail fishing has been great!
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large red drum, or redfish, on the bow of a fishing boat in a calm wooded waterway.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Wihile the water temperatures getting a bit cooler the fishing continues to heat up.
  • Adult angler holding a large snook aboard a boat during a nighttime fishing trip.
    David W.
    David W.
    Started out fishing grass flats then fished the lights inland docks- caught snook and a redfish. Great experience

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2019
Boat manufacturer
SX240 Skeeter
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

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

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Simrad
Fishfinder
Simrad
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Fusion stereo with Bluetooth
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.
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What the listing policies are

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

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
 PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in St. Petersburg right now

King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
SnookSnook
TarponTarpon

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