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Steve Purtell
Steve Purtell
Repeat angler
us
Massachusetts, US
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Member since 2025
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4 trips
5.0
Verified

A Great Day on the Water

Half Day Trip – Reef Special2 adults1 child

My son and I went on a 4 hour AM trip and had a blast. Water was a little choppy offshore but we ended up catching about 25 fish, including grunt, a few types of grouper, porgies, puffer fish, sandperch and a few toadfish. Smaller fish but the action was steady. Captain Fast Eddie was great and the boat was clean and well outfitted. Would definitely recomend these guys.

Reported Catch
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Grunt
Grunt
Response from Captain

Thanks hope to see Y'all again

Captain Mike
Angler's Choice

Mama Tried Fishing

Bradenton Beach
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US $699

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Mama Tried Fishing
Mama Tried Fishing
State licensed
4.9
(125)
28 ft
Group size 1 - 6
1 - 6
Fish 1
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+9
4 hour trip • 6 persons
US $699

Rating

4.9
125 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

  • 93%
    Great experience
  • 95%
    Family friendly
  • 99%
    Friendly captain
  • 100%
    Good boat
  • 94%
    Recommended
  • 98%
    Caught fish

All reviews (125)

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  • Peter Sperling
    Peter Sperling
    us
    Illinois, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Eddie is a great captain!

    Half Day Trip – Reef Special • 5 adults

    Took my wife my son and inlaws out with Eddie. Ocean was very rough Eddie did what he could 9 miles out but then we talked about how it would not be enjoyable as rough as it was. We made the decision to find calmer waters. We caught trout and some spanish macrol. Eddie was great and even extended our trip for the initial delay. Ended up being an enjoyable day. Would book Eddie or Mike again. Thank you Eddie!!!! appreciate the memories!

    Response from Captain

    thanks, and we hope to see y’all again 

  • Brandon Hill
    Brandon Hill
    us
    North Carolina, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Sooo mich fun!!

    6 hr Reef & offshore up to 9 miles • 4 adults

    We had theeee perfect day on the water with Captain Eddie! Weather was overcast and the men caught a ton of fish. Captain Eddie cleaned the fish for us and gave us recommendations on how to cook it. He Played great tunes and was just really down to earth Captain. Easy to talk to!!! Thank you!! Highly recommend Mama Tried Fishing Charter.

    Response from Captain

    Thanks, hope to see y'all again!!!

  • Mary Lee
    Mary Lee
    us
    Florida, US
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    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    So thankful

    6 hr Reef & offshore up to 9 miles • 6 adults

    Captain Mike and John were amazing . we had so much fun, caught a ton of fish!!! the charter was super relaxing our first meet John took care of us 100% of the time offering us water and comfort. We never had to wait very long for our bait and they were always there for us when we were ready to reel our fish in. Captain Mike and John were super amazing, helpful, knowledgeable, and really made our experience very comfortable. We are so thankful we will definitely book with them again thanks guys.

    Response from Captain

    Thanks Mary hope to see you again Captain Mike!!!

  • Richard Downer
    Richard Downer
    us
    Florida, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day

    8 hr Reef & offshore up to 9 miles • 5 adults

    We had scheduled an offshore trip but the weather wasnt good. Captain Eddie did a great inshore trip instead, and despite it being a very windy day, he managed to keep us out of the worst weather and we caught plenty of trout and mangrove snapper. The captain went out of bis was to make sure we had a great day. Highly recommended!

    Reported Catch
    Mangrove Snapper
    Response from Captain

    Thanks Richard hope to see y'all again!!

  • Zach Luka
    Zach Luka
    us
    Illinois, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome trip!

    6 hr Reef & offshore up to 9 miles • 4 adults • 2 children

    Captain Mike and John were great woth our family! Very patient with our kids and eager to make sure they caught fish. Boat was clean and well maintained! Definitely recommend this trip for families with kids. We caught loads of fish and it was cleaned quickly and professionally. Anyone booking this trip will have a great time!

    Response from Captain

    Thanks Zack hope to see Y'all again