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
 5 bookings in the past week.
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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 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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Shawn R.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with J.D.

VERIFIED   6 Hours on April 28, 2025
Fun trip. Caught plenty of king mackerel and a yellow fin jack.
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Tj H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time, great fishing

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore PM on August 16, 2024
I had an amazing time out with my two boys and JD. We caught a lot of fish, which we kept and enjoyed for a delicious meal.
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Jeremy S.
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 AM on July 12, 2024
Was there early and stayed late.ย  Captain JD is awesome.ย  Caught a good mess of fish today and totally informative and professional.
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Jason H.
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 AM on July 31, 2024
Jd was very helpful and a great guide. Enjoyed our trip a d would highly recommend
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Patrick G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Just what we wanted.

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Offshore AM on June 4, 2024
J.D.ย  was awesome!!ย  Absolutley friendly, helpful, and personable.ย  Would book him again in a second.
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