Excited to go fishing in Venice? Reel Family Charters is here to make it happen!
Species like Red Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Yellowtail Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, Red Grouper, Black Grouper, Gag Grouper, Amberjack, Tripletail, Hogfish, Cobia, and more inhabit these waters, depending on the season. You can expect to do some spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
If you're traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Feel free to bring your own snacks so that everyone stays happy and energized!
Your trip begins aboard a 30' SeaHunter center console with room for 6 passengers. It comes with outriggers, and everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures. Live bait is included, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.
There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.
It's always wise to bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. So make it happen, with Reel Family Charters!
Captain
Spencer Trombly
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Rating summary
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Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
67%
Appropriate for children
50%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
88%
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6 Hour Trip – Offshore on July 11, 2025
We had a great time and caught some really good fish. Captain Spencer went out of his way to try to accommodate us and actually spent much more time with us than our 6-hour trip. Would highly recommend!
We had a great time and caught some really good fish. Captain Spencer went out of his way to try to accommodate us and actually spent much more time with us than our 6-hour trip. Would highly recommend!
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4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (PM) on February 16, 2025
Although we had to change the date due to bad weather, Capt. Spencer was very accommodating! Kids had a blast and caught lots of fish!
Although we had to change the date due to bad weather, Capt. Spencer was very accommodating! Kids had a blast and caught lots of fish!
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4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (PM) on March 20, 2025
Nice trip afternoon with wife, daughter and grandson.Caught 27 keepers !!! Captain and first mate were very helpful and friendly.
Nice trip afternoon with wife, daughter and grandson.Caught 27 keepers !!! Captain and first mate were very helpful and friendly.
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8 Hour Trip – Offshore on June 19, 2025
Very productive day. Boar and captain Spencer were great. Some of the snapper is already in my belly!!
Very productive day. Boar and captain Spencer were great. Some of the snapper is already in my belly!!
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4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (AM) on March 22, 2025
Reel Family Charters offers the following trips to customers:
When you book a trip with Reel Family Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
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Reel Family Charters offers the following types of fishing:
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Venice, Florida, United States
Operating a 30' Seahunter Center console, Capt. Spencer ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Venice, Florida. This area is known for Red Snapper, Grouper, and Mangrove snapper and you'll get to catch them using bottom fishing, spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
we travel anywhere from 10-75 miles offshore depending on the conditions and the length of trip booked.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Deep Sea Fishing
Toilet
Enclosed bathroom in the console
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Outriggers
Radar
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
On our trips longer than 6 hours we will either stop to grab bait from our traps, throw the cast net, or use sabikis nearshore.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We clean and fillet your catch at the dock.
First Mate
available for longer trips and larger groups
Fishing License
We are federally permitted as a for hire vessel for both reef and highly migratory species, we also carry a state fishing license that covers all passengers on the boat so no need to purchase your own
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.
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 limit on our trips but we ask parents to use their best discretion when deciding which trips are age appropriate for their little ones.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
Bank Transfer