Captain
Samuel Newman

Member since April 2019 Tampa, United States
Background
Captain Samuel Newman began fishing when he was only 3 years old, has been working on boats since he was 10, and became a deckhand at the age of 15. He moved down to Tampa from eastern Connecticut, got his captain’s license in 2017, and has been running charters since 2018. He specializes in catching Bull Redfish and other big trophy species, such as Goliath Grouper, Snook, Tarpon, and more! He loves his job because “there’s no greater feeling than helping someone catch their first monster fish and just making people happy.” It’s why he does what he does. Captain Sam invites you to join him on Baytime Charters and experience the thrill of a lifetime!
Techniques
Captain Sam will adapt to whatever type of fish is running but he particularly enjoys throwing live bait!

Hey, I'm Captain Samuel Newman

Tampa, United States
Background
Captain Samuel Newman began fishing when he was only 3 years old, has been working on boats since he was 10, and became a deckhand at the age of 15. He moved down to Tampa from eastern Connecticut, got his captain’s license in 2017, and has been running charters since 2018. He specializes in catching Bull Redfish and other big trophy species, such as Goliath Grouper, Snook, Tarpon, and more! He loves his job because “there’s no greater feeling than helping someone catch their first monster fish and just making people happy.” It’s why he does what he does. Captain Sam invites you to join him on Baytime Charters and experience the thrill of a lifetime!
Techniques
Captain Sam will adapt to whatever type of fish is running but he particularly enjoys throwing live bait!
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Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 254 reviews
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
95%
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Daniel J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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10 out of 10

VERIFIED   The quickie on June 16, 2025
Great first trip, we were on a continuous catch, my wife and son were wheeling them in one after another. Captain was great,...
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Jim B.
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Best Day Ever

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 22, 2025
Captain Sam was amazing and very knowledgeable.ย  We had a nine year old who had the best day ever reeling in lots of fish.ย ...
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Kaitlyn E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great beginner experience!

VERIFIED   The quickie on April 2, 2025
We were visiting on spring break and were beginners! Samuel was so helpful and educated me a lot. We ended up catching some...
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Taylor M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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One of the best fishing charters and captains I have ever had

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 2, 2025
Had an absolute blast with the gentlemen and captain Newman. One of the funniest captains I have ever met. extremely genuine...
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Mike R.
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Beautiful day on the water

VERIFIED   Half Day Afternoon on February 10, 2025
Great trip. Captain Sam was great. He communicated well in preparing for the trip. He did his best to put us on the fish with...
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