Captain
Stephen Woodbury

Member since October 2016 Bradenton, United States
Background
Growing up in the military, Captain Steve had the privilege of all kinds of fishing around this country. Thanks to his father who also is an avid fisherman, he have developed a lifelong passion for the marine life. Captain Steve is a fun person to be around, and loves helping and sharing with his guests the secrets he has learned over the years of how to catch great fish.
Techniques
I use live bait mostly light tackle. We also troll artificial baits.

Hey, I'm Captain Stephen Woodbury

Bradenton, United States
Background
Growing up in the military, Captain Steve had the privilege of all kinds of fishing around this country. Thanks to his father who also is an avid fisherman, he have developed a lifelong passion for the marine life. Captain Steve is a fun person to be around, and loves helping and sharing with his guests the secrets he has learned over the years of how to catch great fish.
Techniques
I use live bait mostly light tackle. We also troll artificial baits.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(254 reviews)
Angler's choice
Bradenton
 2 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $400

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 254 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (212)
Great Day on the water
Great Fishing Trip
Fun day of catching
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
92%
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Rafael M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ Inshore on August 11, 2026
We had an excellent trip today with Captain Steven Woodburyโ€”super knowledgeable, patient, and on the fish. We brought in...
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Donald H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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A Great Experience with A Great Captain

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Nearshore on October 7, 2025
I and my two out of town friends had a great experience with Captain Stephen Woodbury of Chummy Fishing Charters.ย  All was...
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Rachel L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Search and Find!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ Nearshore on August 7, 2026
It was too windy to go outside so we stayed around inlets and islands and found some fun fishing. Caught a couple of excellent...
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Curt H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great experience

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ Inshore on August 6, 2026
Trip went great, caught large variety of fish.ย  Captain was fun and on point keeping bait on the hooks with 3 children and...
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Robert C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Lots of wind

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip โ€“ Nearshore on February 19, 2026
captain Steve is a great guide and fun to fish with. Its tough this year with the uncooperative weather, but i have...
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