Sander Sportfishing 

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 5821 32nd Way South, St. Petersburg, FL 33712, United States–

Sander Sportfishing 

St. Petersburg, FL, United States
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28 ft
6
Just listed

Sander Sportfishing welcomes you to the beautiful waters of St. Petersburg! Your guide for the day is Capt. Ethan, bringing his experience and local knowledge to every trip.

Depending on conditions, you might hook into Mangrove Snapper, Grunt, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Cobia, Hogfish, Jolthead Porgy, Tripletail, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Spanish Mackerel, Lane Snapper, and whatever else takes the bait.

You can expect to try spinning, trolling, bottom fishing, or another technique suited to the local waters.

Sander Sportfishing welcomes kids aboard, so the whole family can enjoy a day on the water! If you don't have a child-sized life jacket, be sure to ask if one is available on board. Don't forget to bring snacks to keep everyone energized throughout the trip!

Capt. Ethan will take you aboard a 28' center console with space for 6 passengers. A $50 per-person fee applies for groups of more than 4 passengers. The boat has everything you need for a productive day on the water, including a toilet for your convenience.

Rods, reels, tackle, and lures are included. Live bait is also available, but be sure to ask whether you'll need to catch it yourself.

There's no need to purchase a fishing license, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Your captain will help you follow all local regulations.

Be sure to bring a hat, sunglasses, bottled water, and non-spray sunscreen. Bottled water is included in price. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but please avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

If you have any questions about fishing with Sander Sportfishing, feel free to message Capt. Ethan!

Sander Sportfishing welcomes you to the beautiful waters of St. Petersburg! Your guide for the day is Capt. Ethan, bringing his experience and local knowledge to every trip.

Depending on conditions, you might hook into Mangrove Snapper, Grunt, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Cobia, Hogfish, Jolthead Porgy, Tripletail, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Spanish Mackerel, Lane Snapper, and whatever else takes the bait.

You can expect to try spinning, trolling, bottom fishing, or another technique suited to the local waters.

Sander Sportfishing welcomes kids aboard, so the whole family can enjoy a day on the water! If you don't have a child-sized life jacket, be sure to ask if one is available on board. Don't forget to bring snacks to keep everyone energized throughout the trip!

Capt. Ethan will take you aboard a 28' center console with space for 6 passengers. A $50 per-person fee applies for groups of more than 4 passengers. The boat has everything you need for a productive day on the water, including a toilet for your convenience.

Rods, reels, tackle, and lures are included. Live bait is also available, but be sure to ask whether you'll need to catch it yourself.

There's no need to purchase a fishing license, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Your captain will help you follow all local regulations.

Be sure to bring a hat, sunglasses, bottled water, and non-spray sunscreen. Bottled water is included in price. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but please avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

If you have any questions about fishing with Sander Sportfishing, feel free to message Capt. Ethan!

Ethan Sander
Captain
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responds within an hour

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Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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4 Hour Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 1:30 PM)
Cobia
Snapper (Mangrove)
Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)
+4
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $950
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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FAQs about Sander Sportfishing

Sander Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore - 1:30 PM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Offshore (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Offshore - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Sander Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Marine Head is available on board.
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Sander Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (We will use a variety of live and dead boat, like pinfish, greenbacks, thread fin, shrimp, squid, etc)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning and bagging is included.)
  • Drinks (Bottled water is included.)
  • Fishing license (Your fishing license is covered for the day.)
Sander Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Up to 9 miles.)
Sander Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Handline
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Sander Sportfishing include:
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Grunt
  • Hogfish
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Porgy (Jolthead)
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tripletail

Your captain

Ethan Sander
Ethan Sander
St. Petersburg, Florida, United States
Member since September 2026
Florida-born and raised, Capt. Ethan “Big E” Sander comes from a family of commercial fishermen and has spent a lifetime on the water. With experience operating vessels up to 75 feet and extensive knowledge of Gulf bottom fishing, Ethan brings a practical, hands-on approach to every trip. Whether you’re an experienced angler or fishing the Gulf for the first time, his goal is simple: work hard, put you on fish, and make sure everyone has a great day on the water.
Ethan Sander
Ethan Sander
2026
member since
Florida-born and raised, Capt. Ethan “Big E” Sander comes from a family of commercial fishermen and has spent a lifetime on the water. With experience operating vessels up to 75 feet and extensive knowledge of Gulf bottom fishing, Ethan brings a practical, hands-on approach to every trip. Whether you’re an experienced angler or fishing the Gulf for the first time, his goal is simple: work hard, put you on fish, and make sure everyone has a great day on the water.

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Grunt
Grunt
Hogfish
Hogfish
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Jolthead Porgy
Jolthead Porgy
Lane Snapper
Lane Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Tripletail
Tripletail
Cobia
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Grunt
Grunt
Hogfish
Hogfish

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
2024
Boat manufacturer
Grady White
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
32 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Marine Head is available on board.
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
We will use a variety of live and dead boat, like pinfish, greenbacks, thread fin, shrimp, squid, etc
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning and bagging is included.
Drinks
Bottled water is included.
Fishing license
Your fishing license is covered for the day.

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
All ages welcome! Parents, please check with me to ensure children life jackets are available.
No smoking
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
 Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in St. Petersburg right now

CobiaCobia
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
HogfishHogfish
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Lane)Snapper (Lane)
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
TripletailTripletail

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