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
Reviews
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My Charter Listing

Home Again Old Florida Adventures

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(164 reviews)
Angler's choice
Longboat Key
 Last booking: 1 day ago
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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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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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Jack C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Captain

VERIFIED   6 Hours on June 16, 2025
Captain JD was super professional put us on fish every time Also super knowledgeable and all-around good guy
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Sandra S.
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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Awesome fishing trip!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore on August 3, 2025
Captain JD is knowledgeable and has a great boat! Would highly recommend this trip!
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Daniel H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Family Vaca

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore on August 1, 2025
Had a wonderful time. Caught plenty of fish. JD was awesome. Would definitely go again.
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Todd Y.
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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Great fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore 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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Mike 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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Captain JD is great!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore on April 14, 2025
This was our second year in a row coming to Longboat Key and fishing with Captain JD. We had another great day with him and...
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