Captain
Captain James Vass
Member since August 2025
Palmetto, United States
- Background
- Reliable. Knowledgeable. Safe. And always ready to fish. Captain James Vass is the heart behind Icy Hot Fishing Charters. Born and raised in Florida, he's spent years fishing the waters around Tampa Bay, Anna Maria Island, and the Gulf Coast. With deep local knowledge and a calm, steady hand on the wheel, Captain James offers more than just a trip — he gives you a true Florida experience. Whether you're chasing snook, cruising at sunset, or floating at the sandbar, he makes sure every ride is safe, fun, and tailored to you. 'I really enjoy helping people have a great time on the water and helping them create memories they'll talk about for years.'
- Techniques
- Depending on the time of year and where we fish, we target: Snook – Fast, sneaky, and fun to catch Redfish – Strong fighters with a spotted tail Spotted Seatrout – Quick strikers and great eating Flounder – Flat, tricky, and tasty Black Drum – Heavy hitters with a thumping bite Sheepshead – Striped fish with big teeth and sharp reflexes Captain Vass knows where they're hiding — and how to hook 'em!
Hey, I'm Captain Captain James Vass
Palmetto, United States
- Background
- Reliable. Knowledgeable. Safe. And always ready to fish. Captain James Vass is the heart behind Icy Hot Fishing Charters. Born and raised in Florida, he's spent years fishing the waters around Tampa Bay, Anna Maria Island, and the Gulf Coast. With deep local knowledge and a calm, steady hand on the wheel, Captain James offers more than just a trip — he gives you a true Florida experience. Whether you're chasing snook, cruising at sunset, or floating at the sandbar, he makes sure every ride is safe, fun, and tailored to you. 'I really enjoy helping people have a great time on the water and helping them create memories they'll talk about for years.'
- Techniques
- Depending on the time of year and where we fish, we target: Snook – Fast, sneaky, and fun to catch Redfish – Strong fighters with a spotted tail Spotted Seatrout – Quick strikers and great eating Flounder – Flat, tricky, and tasty Black Drum – Heavy hitters with a thumping bite Sheepshead – Striped fish with big teeth and sharp reflexes Captain Vass knows where they're hiding — and how to hook 'em!
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Palmetto
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