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John Rivers
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John Rivers

Tampa, United States
Veteran owned
2 reviews
I started fishing as a young child and really enjoyed it, after six year tour in the Marines. I went to college to become a teacher, while I was working on my degree. I got my captains license and worked part time as a fishing guide. I fell in love with it and decided not to finish my teaching degree and I've been a fishing guide ever since. I'm going on my 23rd year of guiding

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  • Maria Tinajero
    Maria Tinajero
    Repeat angler
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    Florida, US
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    Member since 2025
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    2 trips

    The captain canceled

    Trip was supposed to happen on July 4, 2026
    The charter operator canceled 2 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
  • Shawn Flynn
    Shawn Flynn
    us
    Virginia, US
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    Member since 2025

    The captain canceled

    Trip was supposed to happen on June 15, 2025
    The charter operator canceled 3 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

What's biting with Rivers To Bay Fishing Charters in Tampa

The flats and back bays are abundant with Redfish. When the tide is low, you can see their spotted tails cutting through the water's surface, perfect for sight fishing. If you know where to look, you can also catch your late-season Tarpon. 

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Fishing reports

Angler proudly displaying a Sheepshead caught while fishing on a boat in clear blue waters.

Cool Temps turn on the sheepshead snd Tr

Jan 18, 2025 • Tampa
Tampa Bay Inshore Charter Fishing Report Let's talk Sheepshead first; the sheepshead bite remains very good because we’ve had some major cold fronts, and the sheepshead don't seem to mind the chill in the air/water. The bite should stay decent until the second week of March. You got to dress a little warmer, but the delicious filet of the fish on the indoor grill will make it all worth it. What is nice about this unusually colder weather (for here) it means the Snook bite will be very good in the spring. Normally, when we have a colder winter, the snook don’t feed that much, so they will wanna fatten up for sure in March, April and May. I've also been targeting Trout and Reds from time to time on the flats. Some large schools of redfish are starting to show up in areas that usually have fish later in March, but since it's been so cold, the fish are moving around slowly, so soaking a bait on the bottom usually turns them on. I think it's going to be a great Spring and I'm excited to watch my clients have some rod bending, drag screaming action. At Rivers To Bay Fishing Charters, I want every trip to be successful, and I enjoy watching my clients catch fish. It brings a smile to my face when someone is having a fun time catching his or her very first snook or saltwater fish regardless what it is. Let’s talk about Spring. Well, duh! Tt’s a great time to visit the Tampa Bay – Clearwater and Tarpon Springs area because the weather is just about perfect most days and the fishing is just as outstanding. I'm keeping this report kind of short, so to sum things up: Redfish, Trout and Sheepshead are all biting, you just have to watch the tides, have the right bait and you should have a productive trip. If you're a fellow bass fisherman like I was or if you still bass fish, and don't want to toss live bait, we can toss artificials all day for Trout and Redfish. Our trout love top-water plugs and can't resist a jerk bait if it comes across their noses. Thanks for stopping by and I hope to hear from you soon, and I can't wait to take you out on a fun fishing adventure. Tight Lines… Capt. John
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