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Shane Smetak
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Shane Smetak

Englewood, United States
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
I am an avid fisherman and very passionate about it, any days that I am not booked I'm fishing! I am very big into conservation. Come experience my passion for fishing and what Florida has to offer!

Charter

Rating

4.9
107 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

95%
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
84%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (107)

Showing 1 – 5 of 107 reviews
  • Shannon Headrick
    Shannon Headrick
    us
    Florida, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great day on the water

    3/4 day Inshore • 4 adults

    Captain Shane was fantastic! He was knowledgeable, professional, and worked incredibly hard to put us on the fish. Even though the water was a little too warm and the fishing was slow, he never stopped trying to find the best spots. His positive attitude and dedication made the entire trip enjoyable. We had a great experience and will definitely be booking another trip with Captain Shane again soon. Highly recommend!

  • Susan Kaufmann
    Susan Kaufmann
    us
    Michigan, US
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    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    family friendly

    Half Day Trip Inshore am 4hr • 4 adults • 2 children

    Captain Shane was a sweetheart. He made sure our grandsons (11 and 8) caught fish. improved their fishing skills and educated them on the finer points of angling. He did not talk down to them and had great patience. i would highly recommend him for his expertise and his friendly and outgoing nature.

    Reported catch:
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Speckled Trout
  • Ian Carothers
    Ian Carothers
    Repeat angler
    us
    Illinois, US
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    Member since 2024
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    amesome trip great with kids!

    Beat the heat Backwater • 3 adults • 2 children

    super knowledgeable of the area and water. got us on fish and had a great time. captain was very help and best part very helpful with the kids. from casting to gaveing them knowledge on how to be a better angler and showing them and telling them about the fish we caught.

    Reported catch:
    Snook
  • Ryan Burns
    Ryan Burns
    Repeat angler
    us
    Minnesota, US
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    Member since 2019
    •
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Good day on the water

    Half Day Trip Inshore am 4hr • 4 adults

    Had my father in law and 2 nephews with. We fished half day inshore with Capt. Shane. He worked hard to put us on fish, we caught jacks, ladyfish, catfish, speckled trout and snook. Seen lots of sharks and stingrays and our time on the water was great. Definately recommend for anyone who's fished before, knows the waters in the area great and fun to fish with.

  • Robert Ebi
    Robert Ebi
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
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    Member since 2025
    •
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip

    3/4 day Inshore • 2 adults

    Me and wife had a blast with Captain Shane he put us on fish all day trout, snook , reds and even a tarpon great guy and he plays good tunes

Real catches shared by our community

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    Boca Grande Fishing ChartersEnglewood, FL
    great day on the water
    Shannon H.
    Shannon H.
  • Boca Grande Fishing Charters
    Boca Grande Fishing ChartersEnglewood, FL
    Awesome mangroves action
    Nikkia O.
    Nikkia O.
  • Boca Grande Fishing Charters
    Boca Grande Fishing ChartersEnglewood, FL
    Great Trip
    Robert E.
    Robert E.
  • Boca Grande Fishing Charters
    Boca Grande Fishing ChartersEnglewood, FL
    Great Captain very knowledgeable
    Peter D.
    Peter D.
  • Boca Grande Fishing Charters
    Boca Grande Fishing ChartersEnglewood, FL
    Good day on the water
    Ryan B.
    Ryan B.
  • Boca Grande Fishing Charters
    Boca Grande Fishing ChartersEnglewood, FL
    Great Experience for All Ages
    John L.
    John L.
  • Boca Grande Fishing Charters
    Boca Grande Fishing ChartersEnglewood, FL
    Amazing Day on the Water – Highly Recommend!
    Dan W.
    Dan W.
  • Boca Grande Fishing Charters
    Boca Grande Fishing ChartersEnglewood, FL
    Do it!
    Daniel J.
    Daniel J.
  • Boca Grande Fishing Charters
    Boca Grande Fishing ChartersEnglewood, FL
    A great kids trip!
    Matt R.
    Matt R.
  • Boca Grande Fishing Charters
    Boca Grande Fishing ChartersEnglewood, FL
    Excellent! Highly recommend!
    Alison F.
    Alison F.

What's biting with Boca Grande Fishing Charters in Englewood

Redfish, Tarpon, and Drum can be caught in the skinny waters inshore – don't miss the chance to chase after them. You can also go for King and Spanish Mackerel near reefs and wrecks.

Top catches for September

Fishing reports

Fall fishing at it’s finest!

Nov 1, 2023 • Englewood
We are getting into our fall fishing, water is cooling down and the fish are active! Redfish and Snook are the main target inshore. The redfish have been slot amd overslot, its going to be a good season!
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Angler proudly displaying a large Permit while fishing offshore, showcasing a beautiful day on the water.

Fishing is hot!

Aug 28, 2023 • Englewood
Fishing is starting to heat up in Boca Grande and Charlotte Harbor! The redfish are starting to school up, snook are coming off of the beach from spawning and starting to getvinbthe back country, the permit bite is still strong amd the tarpon are finally starting to get in the harbor! Its only going to get better!
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End of May Tarpon Fishing

May 24, 2016 • Englewood
Tarpon Fishing is in full swing! The bite has been hot! The snook bite is starting to get good on the beach as well! June is just gonna get better! We fished the hill tide the other day and went 2/5 on Tarpon!
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Tarpon Fishing

Apr 29, 2016 • Englewood
The Tarpon Bite is heating up! We were just out and jumped 3 fish and landed 1! It is just going to get better! More fish are showing up on a daily basis!
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