Captain
David Maki

Member since June 2018 Homosassa, United States
Background
Captain David Maki, Is a full time guide and has years of experience fishing . He loved showing his friends and family the waters and how to have the best time on while fishing. He soon realized that this passion could easily become his job. He decided to become a charter captain, and has no regrets! He loves making other people happy, and you are sure to have a great time on the water with him. Inshore fishing is his calling!
Techniques
Back water fishing and flats fishing is captians David's specialty. The ride out and back in can be exciting in itself.The 24ft custom Carolina skiff is known for its very shallow draft and has the ability to operate in 1ft of water. The tackle for your trip will be all top of the line equipment . Family trips are one of his favorites. The experienced angler will also feel at home with our versatile fishing techniques and spot locations away from pressured fish.

Hey, I'm Captain David Maki

Homosassa, United States
Background
Captain David Maki, Is a full time guide and has years of experience fishing . He loved showing his friends and family the waters and how to have the best time on while fishing. He soon realized that this passion could easily become his job. He decided to become a charter captain, and has no regrets! He loves making other people happy, and you are sure to have a great time on the water with him. Inshore fishing is his calling!
Techniques
Back water fishing and flats fishing is captians David's specialty. The ride out and back in can be exciting in itself.The 24ft custom Carolina skiff is known for its very shallow draft and has the ability to operate in 1ft of water. The tackle for your trip will be all top of the line equipment . Family trips are one of his favorites. The experienced angler will also feel at home with our versatile fishing techniques and spot locations away from pressured fish.
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Finntastick Charters

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4.9 / 5
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Fall fishing is getting started
Fall fishing is getting started
Sep 19, 2025 Homosassa
The water here on the nature coast has cooled off a pinch therefor the dinner bell has started to ring . This is signal its time to come in and fatten up for the winter ahead. The trout are showing up in large numbers and are redfish still schooled up and feeding . We are also seeing a few cobia on our flats . The near shore rocks are loaded up with grunts and mangrove snapper. Book now to find your spot . Capt Dave Maki Finntastick charters
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Redfish Redfish !
Redfish Redfish !
Aug 12, 2025 Homosassa
Scalloping season has slowed down to a simmer. However the Redfish bite continues to strengthen . They are schooling up and are on the bite . I would say the bite will stay strong into September . September is when we will also see the trout begin to return from offshore. We of course are catching a few still along with our redfish . This time of year the near shore rocks are full of excitement. With every drop of a shrimp there is a pull on the line. Generally catching mangrove snapper and grunts. Btw I consider some of the best table fare out there. The fall season is booking fast so now is the time to get on the schedule for one of my favorite times of the year to fish here on the nature coast . Capt David Maki Finntastick charters
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Inshore bite is still very good
Inshore bite is still very good
Dec 15, 2024 Homosassa
The bite is good . We have been working between these cold fronts and tide conditions. The usual suspects are moving a bit more to the inside. We are also starting to pick up a few sheepshead and black drum in the river. Christmas week is starting to book up' so don't lose your opportunity to experience our nature coast. Capt. Dave Finntastick charters
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Still doing well inshore
Still doing well inshore
Dec 5, 2024 Homosassa
Our trout bite has been steady were seeing a few s with the latest cold fronts. Whowever were still getting the job done . We have also had a somewhat steady redfish bite on the incoming tide . We have had mostly outgoing tide to work with the last 2 weeks . There are still plenty if fish to catch even with the cooling waters
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Homosassa is up and running
Homosassa is up and running
Oct 31, 2024 Homosassa
The bite has been very good as it is typically this time of year . Most all of our local businesses are back up and running and there are still plenty of rental homes and hotels available. There are still some debris in the water and alot of channel markers missing or out of place so make sure you hire a well experienced captain to have safe and pleasurable trip.
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15 day Gag grouper season
15 day Gag grouper season
Aug 25, 2024 Homosassa
We have a very limited grouper season this year it starts sept 1 and ends on the 15th. Gags can be alot of fun to catch . We call inshore fishing for them in a shallow water "combat fishing". They will violently hit a plug and pull it into a rock in seconds. I have witnessed many good anglers be surprised at there strike. I am available for a few of these dates for seasoned anglers only please.
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Krista G.
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Great experience !

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Scalloping (AM) on August 23, 2025
We had a great trip scalloping, the captain was friendly and insightful. The boat was clean and smooth .. we would definitely...
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Justin H.
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October 1st

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) 5 PPL MAX on October 1, 2025
Great trip, just 2 of us, caught 2 slot Reds within 30 minutes. Lots of action all day. Highly recommend.
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Lloyd G.
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Great trip!!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip - 5 PPL MAX on February 19, 2025
Capt Dave was great! Great communication, great execution, great patience at handling a 4, 6 and 10 year old! They have a memory...
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Ed F.
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Great Captain

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip - 5 PPL MAX on January 6, 2025
Had a great time with Captain David. Very knowledgeable, good guy & hands down the best Guide, Iโ€™ve experienced in my many...
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Karen A. G.
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1/2 day excursion

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) 5 PPL MAX on March 7, 2025
Capt Dave was great at finding the fish. Had our limit before we were done and worked on other species. Heโ€™s so patient and...
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