Captain
Ken Tutalo

Member since November 2016 Ruskin, United States
Background
I have been involved in fishing all my life. For over 24 years I have been a fly fishing guide and a fly fishing outfitter. I own Baxter House Fly Fishing Outfitters and offer destination fly fishing trips in New York State and in the Tampa Bay area of Florida. From November through April I am chartering shallow water fishing trips in the beautiful estuary of Tampa Bay. I am also a regular at the Winter Fly Fishing and Fly Tying Shows. I regularly demonstrate fly tying techniques and gives seminars on topics pertaining to Fly Fishing. I am also a published writer with articles in many major publications. I have also had several appearances on television, working with Discovery Channel, CBS News, New York Department of Tourism, Discover America, On the Water TV, and more.
Techniques
My favorite way to chase game fish has always been with the fly rod. I enjoy every aspect from the designing of the flies to the challenges of fly casting. I also enjoy fishing light spin tackle with artificial lures.

Hey, I'm Captain Ken Tutalo

Ruskin, United States
Background
I have been involved in fishing all my life. For over 24 years I have been a fly fishing guide and a fly fishing outfitter. I own Baxter House Fly Fishing Outfitters and offer destination fly fishing trips in New York State and in the Tampa Bay area of Florida. From November through April I am chartering shallow water fishing trips in the beautiful estuary of Tampa Bay. I am also a regular at the Winter Fly Fishing and Fly Tying Shows. I regularly demonstrate fly tying techniques and gives seminars on topics pertaining to Fly Fishing. I am also a published writer with articles in many major publications. I have also had several appearances on television, working with Discovery Channel, CBS News, New York Department of Tourism, Discover America, On the Water TV, and more.
Techniques
My favorite way to chase game fish has always been with the fly rod. I enjoy every aspect from the designing of the flies to the challenges of fly casting. I also enjoy fishing light spin tackle with artificial lures.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(28 reviews)
Ruskin
 Last booking: 6 hours ago
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Trips from US $375

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 28 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (35)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
73%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Isaac F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Never a Dull Moment

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Light Tackle Trip on March 20, 2026
I donโ€™t think we went 5 minutes without a fish. Could not recommend this trip more. The spots were loaded with fish that...
Isaac F. recommends Ken Tutalo's Fly Fishing and Light Tackle
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Jonathan E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Knowledgeable local captain.

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Light Tackle Trip on March 8, 2026
caught fish good conversation saw wildlife
Jonathan E. recommends Ken Tutalo's Fly Fishing and Light Tackle
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Neal D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

NEW OR OLD TO SALTWATER FISHING!! KEN CAN SHOW YOU THE WAY!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Fly Fishing Trip - 2:30 PM on January 7, 2026
very patient and excellent instructor for learning the ropes of saltwater fishing.ย  knowledgeable of the area and fish.
Neal D. recommends Ken Tutalo's Fly Fishing and Light Tackle
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Koji K.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Ken

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Light Tackle Trip on March 2, 2026
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Jaime B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Seasoned Captain and Guide

VERIFIED   Half Day Fly Fishing Trip on April 12, 2025
Caught a good number of fish and learned a ton along the way. Another memorable trip with a captain that knows how to be directive...
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