Whatever Turns U On Fishing Charters is based in Grant, FL, and is here to offer you the fishing trip of your dreams, be it inshore, nearshore, offshore, or anything in between. Captain Shane Trottier is a lifelong fisherman who will be happy to do everything in his power to get you hooked up.

For inshore / nearshore trips you will be fishing on a 22’ Sea Hunt bay boat that’s powered by a 200 HP Suzuki outboard engine and has plenty of space for up to four prospective anglers. In addition to the standard safety and navigation gear, it has a livewell for bait, Garmin fish finder/GPS, and a wireless i-pilot trolling motor. For the inshore river trips you will be on our 21ft Maverick Flats Boat with a 225 Yamaha VMax, i-pilot trolling motor, Garmin fish finder, and poling platform for sight fishing the flats.

You will be fishing the areas of the famous Sebastian Inlet and the Indian River Lagoon for snook, redfish, speckled trout, tarpon, sheepshead, jack crevalle, and goliath grouper.

The price of any saltwater trip includes rods, reels, and terminal tackle, as well as the necessary saltwater fishing licenses (this includes Snook stamps). Live shrimp will be provided, choice baits such as (croakers, pigfish, pinfish, and threadfins) can be purchased for an additional charge or caught during your trip. Any fish you would like to keep will be cleaned after the trip for your convenience. We recommend you bring along a pair of polarized sunglasses and non-spray sunscreen and limit to bringing only 1 cooler for space on the boat.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    US $450
    Experience the thrill of fishing with Whatever Turns U On Fishing's Inshore / Nearshore 1/2 Day trip. Our knowledgeable guides will take you to the best spots around the Sebastian Inlet area, where you'll have the chance to catch a variety of species including snook, redfish, tarpon, and more. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a beginner, we'll provide all the gear and instruction you need to have a successful and enjoyable trip. Join us for a fun-filled day on the water
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Popping
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Inshore / Nearshore
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    US $550
    Experience the thrill of fishing with Whatever Turns U On Fishing's Inshore / Nearshore 3/4 Day trip. Our knowledgeable guides will take you to the best spots around the Sebastian Inlet area, where you'll have the chance to catch a variety of species including snook, redfish, tarpon, and more. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a beginner, we'll provide all the gear and instruction you need to have a successful and enjoyable trip. Join us for a fun-filled day on the water
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Inshore / Nearshore
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    US $700
    Experience the thrill of fishing with Whatever Turns U On Fishing's Inshore / Nearshore Full Day trip. Our knowledgeable guides will take you to the best spots around the Sebastian Inlet area, where you'll have the chance to catch a variety of species including snook, redfish, tarpon, and more. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a beginner, we'll provide all the gear and instruction you need to have a successful and enjoyable trip. Join us for a fun-filled day on the water
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    Offshore Bottom Fishing 6hr
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    US $850
    Join Whatever Turns U On Fishing for an unforgettable offshore bottom fishing adventure. Our 3/4 day trip out of Sebastian Inlet is the ultimate fishing experience, targeting a variety of species such as cobia, snapper, grouper, sharks, and more. We use live and dead baits while fishing reefs and wrecks, ensuring that you have the best chance of catching the fish of your dreams. Don't miss out on this thrilling and rewarding experience. Book now and let's make some memories on the water
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    Offshore Bottom Fishing 8hr
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    US $1,000
    Experience the thrill of offshore bottom fishing with Whatever Turns U On Fishing. Our full day (8hr) trips depart from Sebastian Inlet and target a variety of species including cobia, snapper, triggerfish, sharks, grouper, amberjack, mahi, kingfish, and more. Using live and dead bait, we drop anchor and fish reefs and wrecks for an unforgettable adventure. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a beginner, our expert guides will ensure you have a successful and exciting day on the water.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Barracuda (Great)
    Great Barracuda
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper

FAQs about Whatever Turns U On Fishing Charter

Whatever Turns U On Fishing Charter offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Inshore / Nearshore (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Inshore / Nearshore (8 hours)
  • US $850 per group - Offshore Bottom Fishing 6hr (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Offshore Bottom Fishing 8hr (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Whatever Turns U On Fishing Charter, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Whatever Turns U On Fishing Charter include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (live shrimp )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Upon request)
  • Drinks (Bottled water provided)
  • Fishing License (saltwater only)

Whatever Turns U On Fishing Charter offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing (Indian River Lagoon)
  • Inshore Fishing (Sebastian Inlet)
  • Nearshore Fishing (Nearshore reefs)
  • Offshore Fishing (Artificial & Natural Reefs)
  • Reef Fishing (Nearshore Reefs)
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing (Sebastian River, Turkey Creek)

Whatever Turns U On Fishing Charter offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Whatever Turns U On Fishing Charter include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon

Meet the Captain

Shane Trottier
Grant-Valkaria, Florida, United States
68 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
84 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since November 2017
Even as a straight-A student through school, Captain Shane could never figure out what he wanted to do for a career. He's had a passion for fishing his entire life and one day while taking some friends fishing he realized that he really enjoyed putting people on fish and seeing the excitement it brought to them. Captain Shane decided to get his captain's license and do a job that he loved. Pictures don't show everything or the time it takes to catch some of these big fish. As your captain and fishing guide, he'll do everything in his power to get you on that big one.
Our Team
Shane T.
Captain

About this listing

Targeted species

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Redfish Redfish
Sheepshead Sheepshead
Snapper (Lane) Lane Snapper

Boat specs

Sea Hunt (Bay boat) originally built in 2017. Powered by a 200HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 45 knots.

Length
22 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Indian River Lagoon
Inshore Fishing
Sebastian Inlet
Nearshore Fishing
Nearshore reefs
Offshore Fishing
Artificial & Natural Reefs
Reef Fishing
Nearshore Reefs
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing
Sebastian River, Turkey Creek

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
live shrimp
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Upon request
Drinks
Bottled water provided
Fishing License
saltwater only

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
Customers provide their own child's life jacket
No Alcohol
On Inshore River Trips
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Catch and Release Mandatory
for sharks, and out of season species

Payment

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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal

Recent fishing reports

Spring Break Time
Spring Break Time
March 11, 2024
It's coming into spring break time, so we'll have limited spots available. We get booked up pretty quick this time of year. Let's start off with the weather, we'll it's been hit or miss as usual. It's been windy, rainy, and cold most of February. March should be warming up a bit though. When the days are available offshore trips have been very productive. We've had a few nice days in the last couple weeks, so last minute decisions to run out have paid off. The snapper bite has been amazing. Nice sized mangrove and lane snapper, triggerfish, sheepshead, pompano, bluefish, and kingfish, along with an occasional cobia have all been taking the bait. Inshore on the other hand has been hit or miss. The heavy winds have been making the lagoon very dirty. With dirty water makes it almost impossible to site fish anything unless they're active on top. The cold fronts and heavy winds have put a damper on most days but we're managing. The snook bite at the inlet has been tough as well. There's been a solid 10 degree difference in water temps from the ocean side to the river side. One day is hot the next day is not. The inlet has been holding a decent amount of jack crevalle which offer an awesome fight and there has been some occasional monster bluefish around. There's been a good number of blacktip and spinner sharks being caught along the beach and nearshore reefs. When mother nature allows us, we're having good luck on the nearshore reefs catching weakfish and lane snapper. The big manta rays have started to show up outside the inlet and if you're lucky they'll have some cobia tagging along with them looking for an easy meal. Bowfishing has been excellent at night. We've found some solid spots in one of the lakes that offers some fantastic trips. Tons of tilapia everywhere you look, some customers are getting upwards of 300 shots a night. The day trips are ok, but nighttime is where it's at for bowfishing out here.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 82 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Angler rating
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Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
96%
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Steve G.
St. Louis, MO
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great six-hour trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Inshore / Nearshore on July 12, 2023
Had a great time with Capt. Shane. It was the kids and my first time saltwater fishing. Cap Shane did a great job of getting...
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Josh H.
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First of Many

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Inshore / Nearshore on September 27, 2023
No complaints here! Captain Shane was very professional and we had a wonderful time! He put us on fish and we caught several...
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Liz A. D.
Houston, TX
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Fantastic Family Fishing Trip!!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore on August 18, 2023
Hadbest captain hands down!…I was very glad to have been able to book a charter with Shane, he was absolutely wonderful &...
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Angie B.
North Loup, NE
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Nearshore fishing trip.

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Inshore / Nearshore on July 28, 2023
Shane was an awesome guide! He worked real hard to get us some fish. We caught a lot of fish. We saw manatees, dolphins, pelicans,...
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Kendall C.
Loudon, TN
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4 hour offshore trip with captain Shane !!!!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore on May 29, 2023
Captain Shane was a great host ! He was very accommodating and had a very down to earth style. We wobbled away with lots of...
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