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Playing Hookie Fishing Charters 

4.7
(1 review)
 5299 Cockroach Bay Road, Ruskin, FL 33570, United States–
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Playing Hookie Fishing Charters 

Ruskin, FL, United States
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22 ft
4
4.7
(1 review)
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There's a fish with your name on it in Ruskin and Playing Hookie Fishing Charters will help you catch it! With Captain Chad at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Snook, Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Mangrove Snapper, Flounder, and who knows what else! You'll target your catch by light tackle fishing, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. You're welcome to bring snacks to maintain your energy throughout the trip!

You'll find yourself aboard a 22' Carolina Skiff center console with space for 4 passengers. It has a fighting chair, all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Capt. Chad has rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, just show up ready for a good time! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

A few items to bring include sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

And that's it! Your fishing trip with Playing Hookie Fishing Charters is just a click away.

There's a fish with your name on it in Ruskin and Playing Hookie Fishing Charters will help you catch it! With Captain Chad at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Snook, Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Mangrove Snapper, Flounder, and who knows what else! You'll target your catch by light tackle fishing, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. You're welcome to bring snacks to maintain your energy throughout the trip!

You'll find yourself aboard a 22' Carolina Skiff center console with space for 4 passengers. It has a fighting chair, all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Capt. Chad has rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, just show up ready for a good time! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

A few items to bring include sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

And that's it! Your fishing trip with Playing Hookie Fishing Charters is just a click away.

Chad Schultz
Captain
Chad Schultz
responds within an hour
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

Select date to see availability

Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
Speckled Trout
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
Flounder
+1
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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Rating

4.7
1 review
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.0
Fishing Experience

Reviews (1)

  • John Lamar
    John Lamar
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Great trip

    Half Day Trip on November 8, 2025 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Chad was great! He was really friendly and helpful with the kids. We had a great time on the boat. Fishing was ok, tide was slack for a good bit, but Chad moved us around and we still caught a decent number of fish.

FAQs about Playing Hookie Fishing Charters

Playing Hookie Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Playing Hookie Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Playing Hookie Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is included in the price )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (There is no charge for cleaning your catch )
  • Fishing license (All fishing licenses are included on the trip )
Playing Hookie Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
Playing Hookie Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
Top targeted fish species with Playing Hookie Fishing Charters include:
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tripletail

Your captain

Chad Schultz
Chad Schultz
Ruskin, Florida, United States
2 Fishing Reports
1 Customer review
Member since August 2025
I grew up fishing the waters of Tampa Bay and have spent my life learning the patterns of our local species. What started as a hobby quickly became a passion, and now I'm lucky enough to share that love of fishing with others. As a U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain, I enjoy putting people on fish, teaching new anglers the ropes, and creating memories on the water. Whether it's chasing Redfish, Snook, or just enjoying a great day on the bay, my goal is to make every trip fun, safe, and unforgettable.
Chad Schultz
Chad Schultz
2
reports
1
reviews
2025
member since
I grew up fishing the waters of Tampa Bay and have spent my life learning the patterns of our local species. What started as a hobby quickly became a passion, and now I'm lucky enough to share that love of fishing with others. As a U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain, I enjoy putting people on fish, teaching new anglers the ropes, and creating memories on the water. Whether it's chasing Redfish, Snook, or just enjoying a great day on the bay, my goal is to make every trip fun, safe, and unforgettable.

The fish you can target

Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tripletail
Tripletail
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout

Real catches by this captain

  • A young angler proudly displaying a Snook caught while fishing from a boat in a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Black Rockfish
    What a day on the water! We had an incredible trip targeting two of Tampa Bay’s favorite inshore species. Using live white bait, the bite stayed hot all day long. We landed around 30 beautiful Tripletail – each one putting up an awesome fight and making for some great photo moments. On top of that, we hooked into 15 hard-fighting Snook, giving everyone on board the chance to experience drag-screaming runs and plenty of action. The weather was perfect, the water was alive, and the rods stayed bent from start to finish. Trips like this are what inshore fishing in Tampa Bay is all about!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a Black Drum caught during a fishing trip, with a scenic water backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Today was all about fun and smiles on the water! We had three young anglers onboard, and they wasted no time showing the fish who’s boss. The kids reeled in beautiful Redfish that gave them a run for their money, along with some hard-fighting Tripletail that kept the rods bent and the excitement high. Every catch was a victory, and the laughter never stopped. Trips like this are the perfect reminder that fishing isn’t just about the numbers—it’s about creating memories. These three kids will be talking about all Redfish and Tripletail they caught for a long time to come!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Carolina Skiff
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 140HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is included in the price
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
There is no charge for cleaning your catch
Fishing license
All fishing licenses are included on the trip

How cancellations work

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.
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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
There is no age limit to any trips
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Ruskin right now

FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TripletailTripletail

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