Come aboard Captain Brad’s brand new 18 ft Beavertail for a quality fishing experience in the inshore area around New Smyrna Beach. The prime location of the charter means it is easy to travel to some of the most popular fishing spots and beautiful ecosystems Florida has to offer, including the Mosquito Lagoon, Banana River, the Indian River and Spruce Creek for bountiful backwater and inshore fishing opportunities.                   
                                   
Captain Brad can’t wait to show you his new boat. Its 90HP Suzuki engine can take up to 3 people around the area in comfort. Equipped with top-of-the-line gear, the boat is fitted with a spacious live well for your bait, which is particularly important for Captain Brad, who makes it his policy never to use dead or frozen bait.

Brad’s considerable fishing experience in the area will make any trip diverse and interesting. He can show you how to work the bait pods around the oyster bars to find huge game fish, as well as practicing sight fishing in the flats and working the docks and structures to find whatever might be lurking underneath the waters and in the shadows.

Brad uses a variety of techniques depending on the season and has honed his trade to the point that he catches big game fish in and out of season. He finds popping techniques very effective for topwater fishing and always uses the best quality artificial topwater lures. He uses Shimano gear for light tackle spin fishing for Trout and other species.

As someone who is always aware of the tide tables, moon phases, peak fishing times and barometric pressure, Brad can put you in the best place to catch what you’re after. His experience and customer service mean his customers come back to fish with him time and again.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $400
    A great inshore fishing trip. If you want to get out on the water for a little bit, this one's for you.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Ladyfish
    Ladyfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Pompano
    Pompano
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    US $400
    A relaxing inshore fishing trip.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
  • Private trip
    Four Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $500
    Get up early and go inshore with this family-favorite trip. Explore the famous Mosquito Lagoon, go down New Smyrna Beach, or both! Fish species may vary, but you can definitely expect to see Tarpon (in season), Redfish, Snook, and Snappers, among others. Departure times are flexible.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Ladyfish
    Ladyfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Pompano
    Pompano
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    Four Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 11:30 AM
    US $500
    Join Captain Brad and cruise the best fishing spots around. Areas you can expect to visit are the New Smyrna Beach, Daytona Beach and the world famous Mosquito Lagoon. Look forward to a variety of fish such as Redfish, Snapper, Sheephead, Snook, Tarpon... and the list goes on! Departure times are flexible.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
  • Private trip
    Five Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $600
    This trip gives you enough time to explore the waters further south around the Mosquito Lagoon. Catch those Tarpon, Flounder, Snook, and Redfish when they least expect you. Make sure to bring polarized sunglasses, no angler likes to squint too much.
  • Private trip
    Five Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    US $600
    An evening charter, guaranteed catch, captain's favorite time to fish.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Trolling
    Spinning
  • Private trip
    Six Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $700
    Awesome trip in world-famous Mosquito Lagoon.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Trolling
    Spinning

FAQs about Capt. Brad's Fishing Trips

Capt. Brad's Fishing Trips offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour Trip (AM) (3 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $49 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour Trip (PM) (3 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Four Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Four Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Five Hour Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $48 per person after 2 guests - Five Hour Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Six Hour Trip (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Capt. Brad's Fishing Trips, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box in center console
  • Sonar

Trips booked with Capt. Brad's Fishing Trips include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano gear)
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • Fishing License

Capt. Brad's Fishing Trips offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Capt. Brad's Fishing Trips offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Capt. Brad's Fishing Trips include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Ladyfish
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon

Meet the Captain

Brad Curtsinger
New Smyrna Beach, Florida, United States
29 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
45 Customer reviews
Member since June 2014
Captain Brad was born and grew up on a river and was always told by his friends that he should be a captain. He has now been fishing the Florida waters professionally for 17 years around areas such as the world-famous Mosquito Lagoon, the coast line running from Daytona to New Smyrna beach, and offshore deep fishing up to 40 miles. For the last 11 years he has devoted himself full-time to offering guided charters, doing what he loves. He uses all the knowledge he has learnt over the years to make sure you're in with the best possible chance of finding fish.
Our Team
Ryan H.
First mate

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Flounder Flounder
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish Ladyfish

Boat specs

Beavertail (Flats boat) originally built in 2015. Powered by a 90HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 50 knots.

Length
18 ft
Capacity
3 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
in center console

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano gear
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 18 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (8)
Thank you hope you enjoy the redfish
Inshore fishing mosquito lagoon
Beautiful sunrise on boat
+5
Angler rating
13
3
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0
0
Anglers claimed
Good experience
90%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
89%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
75%
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Spencer L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

May fishing trip

VERIFIED   Six Hour Trip on May 27, 2020
Spencer L. recommends Capt. Brad's Fishing Trips
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Scott K.
Rapid City, SD
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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A beautiful day!

VERIFIED   Five Hour Trip (AM) on January 2, 2019
It was a beautiful day but maybe too nice.  Recent weather had kept the waters warmer than usual and the fish were spread...
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Tara E.
Decatur, IN
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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March fishing trip

VERIFIED   Three Hour Trip (PM) on March 26, 2018
My son and I did a 3 hr trip…this was the second charter he has taken over our spring break and said DEFINETLY next year...
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George G.
New Smyrna Beach, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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3 hour trip with Captian Brad

VERIFIED   Three Hour Trip (PM) on November 24, 2017
I took my 13 year old grandson fishing for his first time. Captain Brad was very patient and showed him how to hold the rod...
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Jason L.
Jacksonville, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
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Fishing with Brad

VERIFIED   Four Hour Trip (AM) on March 20, 2019
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