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.
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Home Again Old Florida Adventures

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(166 reviews)
Longboat Key
 3 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 166 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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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
92%
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Jamie W.
Town Of Lisbon, WI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with J.D.

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore on January 24, 2023
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Matt T.
New Britain, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with JD

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore - 1:00 PM on November 26, 2022
My son and I had a blast with Captain JD. His boat, fishing equipment and knowledge of the area were top notch. Thanks again...
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Jason S.
Mapleton, IL
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Half day with Captain JD

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore on March 15, 2023
We had a fun trip despite some lousy weather. JD was a great. Wherever JD went other charter boats werenโ€™t far behind. Thatโ€™s...
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Frank B.
College Station, TX
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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1/2 day trip with Captain JT Atkins

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore on March 14, 2023
Captain Atkins worked hard the entire day to put us on fish!
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Kathleen S.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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December fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore - 1:00 PM on December 27, 2023
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