We had two inexperienced fisherwomen on the trip and four very experienced. Thomas made the experience fun for all of us. He worked hard to get us on fish on a very slow bite. In the end, everyone caught fish and I added two new species to my personal catch list. The tackle was top notch and the rods/reels were some of the best I’ve fished with on a charter. The boat has a fair amount of wear and is clearly a working boat. Don’t expect a shiny, pristine boat. It is a workhorse and that’s... More

If you’re looking for the best fishing charter experience around Anna Maria Island, book with Captain Thomas Schmidt — you won’t regret it. From start to finish, everything was top-notch. Captain Thomas is incredibly knowledgeable about the local waters and knows exactly where to go to get you on the fish. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, he makes the trip fun, easy, and successful. His patience and guidance really stood out, and he made sure everyone on board had a great... More

Thomas was an excellent guide, he put us on fish and was very knowledgeable and friendly.  My daughter’s boyfriend hooked up with a 6 foot ray and was in for an epic battle!  He’d never caught anything bigger than a bluegill before, but Thomas coached him through the fight for almost an hour before the ray was successfully boated.  An incredible experience for my daughter’s boyfriend and memory for us all!

We had the best time! I have been on fishing charters before with shoulder to shoulder people leaving little room for movement and little attention from guides. Not only was Captain Gunner quick to help when needed, but he joined in and added to our joking around. Our trip wasn’t just about catching (I won the contest for who kept bait on the hook longest lol) we laughed, we relaxed, we kissed a few fish, we saw dolphin and enjoyed a beautiful day. We will definitely be booking with Captain... More

Our son asked for a fishing trip for his 8th birthday, and Captain Tom absolutely delivered! We caught plenty of fish, picked up some great tips and tricks, and had an amazing time on the water. Captain Tom was knowledgeable, patient, and made the experience fun for the whole family. We’ll definitely be booking another trip in the future!