Captain
Adam Homan

Member since July 2018 St. Petersburg, United States
Background
Captain Adam Homan has grown up with a rod in his hand – he's been fishing his entire life. As a kid his brother and he were hunting and fishing in the rivers and lakes of Northern Indiana, not just for fun, but to provide food to their family too! In 1999 he moved to St. Petersburg and immediately bought a boat – before buying a house. 6 years ago he decided to pursue his dreams and became a United States Coast Guard licensed captain, having spent years learning the tricks and feeding habits of the fish in the Gulf of Mexico. He runs charters together with his wife, Captain Tara, and they hope that you'll join them for a fishing excursion.
Techniques
Majority of the fishing is bottom is fishing where ever person on the boat has their own fishing pole. On a good day it's catching for everyone. We also do a lot of flat line fishing for top water fish such as King Mackerel, Bonita/ Blackfin tuna and Barracuda. For the sport fishing such as Goliath Grouper and Sharks we use a Large pole with 200 pound test line. Sometimes we do trolling with live bait and drifting for small groups or more experienced anglers.

Hey, I'm Captain Adam Homan

St. Petersburg, United States
Background
Captain Adam Homan has grown up with a rod in his hand – he's been fishing his entire life. As a kid his brother and he were hunting and fishing in the rivers and lakes of Northern Indiana, not just for fun, but to provide food to their family too! In 1999 he moved to St. Petersburg and immediately bought a boat – before buying a house. 6 years ago he decided to pursue his dreams and became a United States Coast Guard licensed captain, having spent years learning the tricks and feeding habits of the fish in the Gulf of Mexico. He runs charters together with his wife, Captain Tara, and they hope that you'll join them for a fishing excursion.
Techniques
Majority of the fishing is bottom is fishing where ever person on the boat has their own fishing pole. On a good day it's catching for everyone. We also do a lot of flat line fishing for top water fish such as King Mackerel, Bonita/ Blackfin tuna and Barracuda. For the sport fishing such as Goliath Grouper and Sharks we use a Large pole with 200 pound test line. Sometimes we do trolling with live bait and drifting for small groups or more experienced anglers.
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
(107 reviews)
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St. Petersburg
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Trips from US $495

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Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 107 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Derek T.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Great Captain and boat

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip (PM) on May 23, 2026
first date had to be postponed due to poor weather howver Adam kept in touch at all times and gotvus in a few days later. Timed...
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Daniel C.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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No Better Captain

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip - Extended deeper (AM) on May 10, 2026
The entire trip was amazing. amazing equipment amazing fish amazing spots. but nothing will beat the captain himself. loaded...
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Brandon O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Perfect way to spend the day!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on April 18, 2026
Had a great trip with Captain Adam! 100% worth every penny and minute of your time. Caught a variety of fish and a shark. If...
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Michael C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Life is Good

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 25, 2026
Great Day fishing to cap off a great week in St. Peteโ€™s.ย  Adam is a great Captain.ย  Will definitely be calling him next...
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Patrick F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Perfect to play hooky with

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on January 30, 2026
Had a great time on our charter, caught a bunch if fish for being out of season (winter). Boat is in top shape and it was a...
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