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
164
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My Charter Listing

Home Again Old Florida Adventures

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(164 reviews)
Angler's choice
Longboat Key
 2 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $525

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 164 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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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
92%
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Kevin R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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JDโ€™s great to fish with

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore PM on October 29, 2025
JDโ€™s a great guide who worked hard to get us on fish. Very knowledgeable about the fishing and the Longboat Key area.
Kevin R. recommends Home Again Old Florida Adventures
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Todd Y.
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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Great fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore AM on May 13, 2025
Had a great time with JD, fishing started off a little slow but picked up quickly, caught well over 20 fish and enjoyed the...
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Robert F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Trout!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore AM on July 25, 2025
Me and my son had a great time out with JD.ย  Fish were biting early then not so much but my son caught a nice sized trout...
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Vicki H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with J.D.

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore AM on November 6, 2025
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Mike T.
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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Thanks!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore AM on June 25, 2025
My son and I had a great time!ย  Beautiful area and our charter captain knew the area well.ย  Relaxed and friendly environment.ย ...
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