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.
Anglers Choice
146
Reviews
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My Charter Listing

Home Again Old Florida Adventures

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(146 reviews)
Angler's choice
Longboat Key
 Last booking: 2 hours ago
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Trips from US $450

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 146 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (161)
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Great Day of Fishing
Great Day Fishing
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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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Andrea W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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May fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore AM on May 6, 2025
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Steven M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day of fishing

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore AM on April 15, 2025
This was our second fishing trip with JD and it was great. JD made sure we all caught fish and my while family had a great...
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Glory G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Glory G Review

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore PM on December 6, 2024
JD was the best captain and so sweet!! We caught a lot of fish and felt very safe on the boat. He was very professional and...
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Matt W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Phenomenal Experience

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore AM on July 25, 2024
Captain JD was great. Stellar communication before the trip, was ready to go in advance of our time to leave, boat was clean,...
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Connor S.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome experience

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore AM on May 27, 2025
JD was great. Very patient and helpful.ย  We will be coming back
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