Captain
Bryce Schmidt

Member since January 2018 Fernandina Beach, United States
Background
Captain Bryce Schmidt has been fishing the waters of north Florida all of their lives. They strive to provide the best fishing or eco-cruise trip possible. With local knowledge obtained over years of fishing, and quality gear we make sure your day on the water is a great experience. Bait, tackle, rods and reels, and ice provided. You only need to bring what you will want to eat and drink, and don't forget your sunscreen!

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Fernandina Beach, United States
Background
Captain Bryce Schmidt has been fishing the waters of north Florida all of their lives. They strive to provide the best fishing or eco-cruise trip possible. With local knowledge obtained over years of fishing, and quality gear we make sure your day on the water is a great experience. Bait, tackle, rods and reels, and ice provided. You only need to bring what you will want to eat and drink, and don't forget your sunscreen!
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Schmidt Happens Fishing

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(85 reviews)
Fernandina Beach
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Trips from US $300

Fishing Reports

The big black drum are here
The big black drum are here
Nov 9, 2024 Fernandina Beach
Non stop action this morning, clients doubled up until thier arms were tired
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Summer fishing is hot!
Summer fishing is hot!
Jun 1, 2024 Fernandina Beach
The Cobia and kingfish have shown up in numbers. The tarpon bite is right around the corner
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Fall Fishing is hot!!
Fall Fishing is hot!!
Sep 18, 2020 Fernandina Beach
As the mullet runs begins our fall fishery gets incredible. The bull redfish up to 50"s are caught in great number. The flounder and sheepshead also kick into high gear. It is one of my favorite times of year. In north Florida the weather is warm to mild. Come take advantage of the fall run!
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Bull Red Fishing is great
Bull Red Fishing is great
Sep 7, 2019 Fernandina Beach
The annual mullet run is in full effect which means the big bull Redfish are biting. We are consistently catching 36" plus fish up to 40 pounds. It is a blast and easy for children to do well with this type of fishing
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Red Snapper Season is opening
Red Snapper Season is opening
Aug 5, 2018 Fernandina Beach
Red napper season has been approved for 8/10-8/13 and 8/17-8/19. We only have 6 days to catch and keep one of best table-fare in the Atlantic, grilled, blackened, fried or baked Red Snapper is one of the best. We have great fishing spots within 10 miles of the beach, take the quick run offshore with and get your dinner!!
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The Kingfish and Tarpon bite is on fire
The Kingfish and Tarpon bite is on fire
Jul 14, 2018 Fernandina Beach
The summer pattern is in full swing. The Tarpon bite is on fire and the Kingfish are here as well. Come catch Kingfish in the morning and the Tarpon of a lifetime in the afternoon.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 85 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Great time on the water
Great time on the water
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Jared T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Great time on the water

VERIFIED   NEW  6 hour Trip - Inshore/Offshore on January 24, 2026
Took my friend and his Dad for a small bachelor party and we were not dissapointed! We mustโ€™ve caught a few hundred fish...
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Chris C.
Excellent
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A must do fishing trip

VERIFIED   6 hour Trip - Inshore/Offshore on June 19, 2025
Cpt. Bryce is a great guide. Lots of local fishing knowledge. He put us on the fish at every spot. We had a great time trading...
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Matt V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Had a good good time!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Inshore AM on July 15, 2025
Conditions werenโ€™t great, but Capt Bryce was awesome!ย  He was determined to find my boys some fish and finally put us on...
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Amber W.
Excellent
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Great Captain

VERIFIED   6 hour Trip - Inshore/Offshore on July 18, 2025
This was our second time taking a fishing charter and it too was a great time. Though the fish was as cooperative as we would...
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Lauren D.
Excellent
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First TimeBest Time

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip โ€“ Kids Fishing on June 24, 2025
Catain Brynce was easy to talk to an d Extremely knowledgeable. Our family ( my husband and 2 boys) had a great time and caught...
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