Living On The Line Charters 

4.9
(70 reviews)
 Boca Grande Causeway 6300, Placida, FL 33946, United States

Living On The Line Charters 

Placida, FL, United States
24 ft
5
4.9
(70 reviews)

Book your next trip with confidence! Captain Jared has been fishing Southwest Florida his entire life and loves being a fishing guide. He caters to your needs whether you're an avid angler or you simply want to bring the family along for a fun fishing trip. Visit him in Placida and let Living On The Line Charters take you on a memorable day on the water.

You'll be fishing from a 24' 2017 Skeeter SX 240 that accommodates up to 4 guests. The boat is powered by a 300 HP Yamaha engine and features a Minn Kota trolling motor, a 10' Power Pole shallow water anchor, and Simrad GPS and fishfinder. This is a fast and well-built boat that will give you lots of time to fish.

Charlotte Harbor, the Gasparilla and Pine Island Sounds, and the Gulf of Mexico all combine to create a world-famous inshore and nearshore fishing experience. From hard-fighting sport fish such as Tarpon, Snook, Redfish, and Trout to good-eating creatures such as Grouper, Snapper, Tripletail, and Sheepshead, Captain Jared has you covered. Pick-up locations and custom fishing trips can also be arranged.

The livewell will be full of bait and Shimano rods and reels lined up before you even come aboard! After your trip, the crew will even fillet and bag your catch for you to enjoy a tasty dinner. Just bring some snacks and you'll be ready for the fun.

Captain Jared and his crew are professional and friendly anglers ready to make your trip the best trip possible with Living on the Line Charters.

Book your next trip with confidence! Captain Jared has been fishing Southwest Florida his entire life and loves being a fishing guide. He caters to your needs whether you're an avid angler or you simply want to bring the family along for a fun fishing trip. Visit him in Placida and let Living On The Line Charters take you on a memorable day on the water.

You'll be fishing from a 24' 2017 Skeeter SX 240 that accommodates up to 4 guests. The boat is powered by a 300 HP Yamaha engine and features a Minn Kota trolling motor, a 10' Power Pole shallow water anchor, and Simrad GPS and fishfinder. This is a fast and well-built boat that will give you lots of time to fish.

Charlotte Harbor, the Gasparilla and Pine Island Sounds, and the Gulf of Mexico all combine to create a world-famous inshore and nearshore fishing experience. From hard-fighting sport fish such as Tarpon, Snook, Redfish, and Trout to good-eating creatures such as Grouper, Snapper, Tripletail, and Sheepshead, Captain Jared has you covered. Pick-up locations and custom fishing trips can also be arranged.

The livewell will be full of bait and Shimano rods and reels lined up before you even come aboard! After your trip, the crew will even fillet and bag your catch for you to enjoy a tasty dinner. Just bring some snacks and you'll be ready for the fun.

Captain Jared and his crew are professional and friendly anglers ready to make your trip the best trip possible with Living on the Line Charters.

Jared Culbertson
Captain
Jared Culbertson
7 years of experience
responds within an hour

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Trip availability and prices

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2hr dolphin tour
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
2 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
US $250
Entire boat: 2 people
6hrsand bar hopping with the family
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $480
Entire boat: up to 5 people
4 Hour Trip Snook, Red fish, trout
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 2:00 PM)
Cobia
Permit
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
+3
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4hr TARPON
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Jul 1
Cobia
Permit
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
+4
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 hr inshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Cobia
Permit
Snook
Tarpon
+5
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4hr Tarpon fishing with a sunset
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 4:00 PM
Tarpon
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip – Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $850
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip – Tarpon
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Jun 30
Tarpon
US $900
Entire boat: up to 5 people
6hr tarpon fishing with a sunset
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Jul 1
Tarpon
US $1,050
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Trip – Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $1,050
Entire boat: up to 5 people
8 Hour Trip – Tarpon
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Jun 30
Tarpon
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full day Tarpon Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $1,700
Entire boat: up to 5 people
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Rating

4.9
70 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (120)

What anglers say

95%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
94%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

All reviews (70)

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Christopher Edwards
Christopher Edwards
Repeat angler
us
Arizona, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Fishing in Boca Grande
4 Hour Trip Snook, Red fish, trout on May 5, 20261 adult

Jared with On The Line is an utterly great fishing guide with in depth knowledge about every specie one could encounter in the Gulf. I had an amazing time fishing with him & actually lost track of the number of fish I caught - it was a peak experience for me. Don't hesitate to sign on with him to fish Boca Grande, you won't be disappointed.

Reported catch:
Snook
Speckled Trout
Mark Truhn
Mark Truhn
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Captain Jared Does It Again!
4 Hour Trip Snook, Red fish, trout on April 13, 20265 adults

This was our second year with On the Line Charter. Jared was super accommodating and helpful for those without a lot of fishing experience. He was quick at getting us on the fish. We went home with all the fish we could eat and a great recipe. Looking forward to next year!

Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Jared Culbertson
Response from Captain

Always a pleasure!!

Charles Mayer
Charles Mayer
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great family time!!!!
4 Hour Trip Snook, Red fish, trout - 2:00 PM on March 28, 20262 adults1 child

Our captain was very knowledgeable and a great teacher. We had an amazing time and highly recommend it to anyone looking to spend some good quality family time together.

Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Jared Culbertson
Response from Captain

Awesome being able to help make memories.

Matthew Faulkner
Matthew Faulkner
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Multi species bonanza
4 Hour Trip Snook, Red fish, trout on December 28, 20253 adults1 child

Had a group of 4 that went out with Jared. Captain was very friendly and knowledgeable. We were on fish in no time! Caught snook, redfish, flounder, lady fish, speckled trout, and a puffer fish. Highly recommend!

Jared Culbertson
Response from Captain

Had a blast ! Dont forget the birds .

Anna Ewbank
Anna Ewbank
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
May fishing trip
4 Hour Trip Snook, Red fish, trout on May 4, 20264 adults

FAQs about Living On The Line Charters

Living On The Line Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $125 per person - 2hr dolphin tour (2 hours)
  • US $480 per group - 6hrsand bar hopping with the family (6 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip Snook, Red fish, trout (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip Snook, Red fish, trout - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4hr TARPON (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4hr Tarpon fishing with a sunset (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 6 hr inshore (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Nearshore (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Tarpon (6 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $100 per person after 1 guest - 6hr tarpon fishing with a sunset (6 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Nearshore (8 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Tarpon (8 hours)
  • US $1,700 per group - Full day Tarpon Trip – Inshore (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Living On The Line Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Living On The Line Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is included in your package )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (No charge , please bring bags!)
  • Drinks (Ice water, Gatorade )
  • First mate (When needed )
  • Fishing license (My license allows me to take up to 6 people fishing within state waters. Allows all guests of all ages to fish all day and keep legal catch's to bring home for dinner.)
Living On The Line Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
Living On The Line Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Living On The Line Charters include:
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Permit
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Shark (Nurse)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Jared Culbertson
Jared Culbertson

Placida, Florida, United States

7 Fishing Reports
70 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2022

Join Captain Jarred on a fun-packed fishing trip near the coast and make some lovely memories on the water! He's been fishing these waters since he can remember and hopes to share his experience with you no matter your angling experience.

Jared Culbertson
Jared Culbertson
7
reports
70
reviews
2022
member since
~1h
response
Join Captain Jarred on a fun-packed fishing trip near the coast and make some lovely memories on the water! He's been fishing these waters since he can remember and hopes to share his experience with you no matter your angling experience.

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Permit
Permit
Redfish
Redfish
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Nurse Shark
Nurse Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Cobia
Cobia
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Permit
Permit
Redfish
Redfish
Bull Shark
Bull Shark

Real catches by this captain

  • Captain Jared Does It Again!
    Mark T.
    Mark T.
  • great time
    Lori M.
    Lori M.
  • Multi species bonanza
    Matthew F.
    Matthew F.
  • September fishing trip
    Joanne P.
    Joanne P.
  • Family Trip
    Jess B.
    Jess B.
  • Captain Jared and his deckhand Jackson were amazing.
    Johnathan S.
    Johnathan S.
  • Fantastic trip
    Heather M.
    Heather M.
  • Fantastic trip
    Rick R.
    Rick R.
  • Great half day charter.
    Robert P.
    Robert P.
  • Slammed It
    Homer C.
    Homer C.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2017
Boat manufacturer
Skeeter
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 300HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is included in your package
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
No charge , please bring bags!
Drinks
Ice water, Gatorade
First mate
When needed
Fishing license
My license allows me to take up to 6 people fishing within state waters. Allows all guests of all ages to fish all day and keep legal catch's to bring home for dinner.

How cancellations work

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.

More details

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
No age limits
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

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

 PayPal

 Checks

What’s biting in Placida right now

CobiaCobia
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
PermitPermit
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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