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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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(167 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 167 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (185)
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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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Aleasha T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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JD was the best captain for our family!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore on March 25, 2025
Tons of knowledge! We got to see dolphins, jelly fish, sea turtlesโ€ฆand even a rock fish. JD took great care of teaching my...
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Robert F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Trout!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore 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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Don L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

December fishing trip

VERIFIED   6 Hours on December 10, 2025
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Vicki H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with J.D.

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore on November 6, 2025
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Mike T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Thanks!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore 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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