Captain
J.D. Atkins

Member since July 2022 Longboat Key, United States
Background
I am a 7th generation Floridian who began fishing at the age of 4. I have been passionate about fishing my entire life. My love of fishing started with my Grandfather fishing inland lakes and then in the inshore and offshore waters off Bradenton . My experience is vast honing my fishing skills on both Coasts and in the Florida Keys. I raised my 2 girls in Bradenton and have called it home since 1986. I am extremely knowledgeable regarding Florida’s rich history and historic places. November is the time for big Kings!! Let’s Go Fishing!!
Techniques
I love all types specializing in artificials, live bait and trolling.

Hey, I'm Captain J.D. Atkins

Longboat Key, United States
Background
I am a 7th generation Floridian who began fishing at the age of 4. I have been passionate about fishing my entire life. My love of fishing started with my Grandfather fishing inland lakes and then in the inshore and offshore waters off Bradenton . My experience is vast honing my fishing skills on both Coasts and in the Florida Keys. I raised my 2 girls in Bradenton and have called it home since 1986. I am extremely knowledgeable regarding Florida’s rich history and historic places. November is the time for big Kings!! Let’s Go Fishing!!
Techniques
I love all types specializing in artificials, live bait and trolling.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(156 reviews)
Longboat Key
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Trips from US $450

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 156 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (171)
Trout!
It was a phenomenal fishing trip!
It was a phenomenal fishing trip!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
91%
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Christina B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

It was a phenomenal fishing trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hours on July 24, 2025
We had an unforgettable day deep sea fishing! We caught plenty of snappers and groupers, plus a Spanish mackerel, squirrel...
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Ryan V. L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Second time!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore AM on May 16, 2025
My wife and I went out with JD for the second time, and had an absolute blast. I canโ€™t say enough about this captain. You...
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David L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Day of Fishing

VERIFIED   6 Hours on May 15, 2025
Captain JD was great.ย  We booked a 6 hour tour and he was on time and ready to go when we arrived. JD knew where to...
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Brian B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Perfect Captain

VERIFIED   6 Hours on June 23, 2025
My 7 year old and I went out with JD during our trip to Longboat Key. We had so much fun that we booked him again before we...
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Radcliff R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip!

VERIFIED   6 Hours on June 20, 2025
Had an incredible experience out on the Gulf with this fishing charter! We spent the day trolling and reef fishing, and the...
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