Captain
Steve Bates

Member since August 2023 Bayport, United States
Background
Captain Steve Bates, a native Floridian with over 35 years of fishing experience, has turned his childhood hobby into a lifelong obsession. From freshwater lakes and rivers to the Gulf of Mexico and the Florida Keys, he has mastered the art of fishing! Steve's life passion is to put you on the fish, whether stalking Redfish or catching Grouper in the deep waters. Join him on an inspiring fishing adventure to create cherished memories and experience the thrill of the catch!
Techniques
Live bait, lures, fly

Hey, I'm Captain Steve Bates

Bayport, United States
Background
Captain Steve Bates, a native Floridian with over 35 years of fishing experience, has turned his childhood hobby into a lifelong obsession. From freshwater lakes and rivers to the Gulf of Mexico and the Florida Keys, he has mastered the art of fishing! Steve's life passion is to put you on the fish, whether stalking Redfish or catching Grouper in the deep waters. Join him on an inspiring fishing adventure to create cherished memories and experience the thrill of the catch!
Techniques
Live bait, lures, fly
10
Reviews
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My Charter Listing

Native Cracker Charters

State licensed
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(10 reviews)
Bayport
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Trips from US $450

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 10 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (17)
Epic day
Had a Great trip!
Had a Great trip!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
90%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Ashley B.
Brooksville, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full Day with Captain Steve

Full Day Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore on June 25, 2023
Captain Steve is an expert when it comes to fishing! We caught such a variety of fish, from grouper to snook to triple tail...
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Biggest fish ever

3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore on July 1, 2023
We had a good time even though my kid broke a pole we will be scheduling again soon
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Dave G.
Lakeland, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip with Captain Steve

Half Day Trip โ€“ Inshore on June 2, 2023
Had a great time on this trip. Captain Steve knows where the fish are.
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Kris B.
Brooksville, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Steve

3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore on September 9, 2023
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Phil D.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   November 29, 2024
The charter operator canceled 12 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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