Captain
Steven Herich

Member since January 2019 Longboat Key, United States
Background
Captain Steve grew up in Southern California, and has always had a passion for saltwater activities: from fishing to surfing, scuba to spearfishing, and diving for Lobster! He has a true thirst for adventure, and this led him to the rugged, unspoiled beaches of Baja, Mexico. Baja proved to be a true fisherman's paradise, with incredible angling opportunities and lifelong memories. Now, he wants to help guests feel the same sense of adventure and excitement that he experienced in Baja – through experiencing Floridian fishing like never before, from the shoreline! Steve moved to Longboat Key, Florida, in 1992, and has an incredible, diverse fishery right on his doorstep. He can't wait to introduce you to it, all without a boat in sight. He also knows a lot about the local wildlife and loves telling guests about the nature around them as they fish, providing an experience that’s more than just fishing. Come and enjoy a truly unique Floridian experience with your own personal beach guide!
Techniques
No boat used! Shoreline fishing “on-foot” includes beach fishing, pier fishing, jetty fishing, wading, sight fishing Snook, and Pompano fishing on jigs. Live bait is caught on sight and used there on location for multiple inshore species. Snook, Trout, Redfish, Pompano, Flounder, Spanish Mackerel, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Barracuda, Jack Crevalle, and many others are caught from shore throughout the year.

Hey, I'm Captain Steven Herich

Longboat Key, United States
Background
Captain Steve grew up in Southern California, and has always had a passion for saltwater activities: from fishing to surfing, scuba to spearfishing, and diving for Lobster! He has a true thirst for adventure, and this led him to the rugged, unspoiled beaches of Baja, Mexico. Baja proved to be a true fisherman's paradise, with incredible angling opportunities and lifelong memories. Now, he wants to help guests feel the same sense of adventure and excitement that he experienced in Baja – through experiencing Floridian fishing like never before, from the shoreline! Steve moved to Longboat Key, Florida, in 1992, and has an incredible, diverse fishery right on his doorstep. He can't wait to introduce you to it, all without a boat in sight. He also knows a lot about the local wildlife and loves telling guests about the nature around them as they fish, providing an experience that’s more than just fishing. Come and enjoy a truly unique Floridian experience with your own personal beach guide!
Techniques
No boat used! Shoreline fishing “on-foot” includes beach fishing, pier fishing, jetty fishing, wading, sight fishing Snook, and Pompano fishing on jigs. Live bait is caught on sight and used there on location for multiple inshore species. Snook, Trout, Redfish, Pompano, Flounder, Spanish Mackerel, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Barracuda, Jack Crevalle, and many others are caught from shore throughout the year.

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Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 161 reviews
Equipment
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
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4.9 / 5
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Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
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David F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Bite was on

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip (PM) - NO BOAT - 8 MAX on April 2, 2024
Captain Steve was very good with the kids and had good knowledge to share with us in the area we were fishing. Thanks for putting...
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Liz B.
Buffalo, NY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fun evening with Captain Steven

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip (PM) - NO BOAT - 8 MAX on February 22, 2022
I booked a land fishing trip since I was bringing 2 little kids with me and didnโ€™t think they would enjoy a long boat ride....
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Adam S.
Lake Shasta, California
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Equipment
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Lots of fun, beautiful scenery

4 Hour Trip (AM) - NO BOAT - 8 MAX on May 16, 2024
Steven knows his stuff and freely shares that knowledge. He is very friendly and accommodating. If you get seasick easily like...
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Christopher K.
New Britain, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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3hr beach fishing

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip (AM) - NO BOAT - 8 MAX on May 23, 2022
Captain Steve is fantastic.ย  He is knowledgeable, patient, and Courteous.ย  We had a great time and picked up a number of...
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Bill G.
Fair Play, SC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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4hr morning trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) - NO BOAT - 8 MAX on March 18, 2022
Captain Steven is a very personable, interesting gentleman. He concerns himself with the enjoyment his clients have and is...
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