target species
the fish we target.
the action you want.
From inshore flats to nearshore waters, Captain Mike Grasso targets a variety of exciting species year-round. Every trip is an opportunity to hook into something unforgettable.
year round
fishing
target
Species
inshore to
nearshore
23 foot
boat
Hard-fighting and excellent on light tackle. A Tampa Bay favorite.
Peak Season
Year-round (best fall & winter)
Best Areas
Grass flats, oyster bars,
and shallow bays.
Skill Level
All skill levels.
Aggressive ambush predator that puts up an incredible fight.
Peak Season
March – October
Best Areas
Mangroves, docks, bridges,
and shorelines.
Skill Level
All skill levels.
Strong and dependable bottom fish that fight hard.
Peak Season
Year-round (best winter & spring)
Best Areas
Grass flats, oyster bars, and deeper channels.
Skill Level
All skill levels.
The ultimate inshore challenge. Powerful and unforgettable.
Peak Season
May – July
Best Areas
Passes, bridges, nearshore and
open bay waters.
Skill Level
Advanced level.
Fast, strong, and always exciting when they show up.
Peak Season
Fall - Spring
Best Areas
Nearshore waters, reefs,
and wrecks.
Skill Level
Advanced level.
Unique, colorful, and great eating. A true Florida favorite.
Peak Season
Year-round
Best Areas
Reefs, ledges, rocky bottoms,
and wrecks
Skill Level
Beginner to intermediate.
Strong and dependable bottom fish that fight hard.
Peak Season
Year-round
Best Areas
Nearshore reefs, ledges,
and wrecks.
Skill Level
Intermediate to advanced.
Hard-hitting and excellent table fare. Great around structure.
Peak Season
Year-round
Best Areas
Mangroves, docks, and
inshore reefs.
Skill Level
Beginner to intermediate
Hard-fighting and excellent on light tackle. A Tampa Bay favorite.
Peak Season
Year-round (best fall & winter)
Best Areas
Grass flats, oyster bars,
and shallow bays.
Skill Level
Meant for anglers of all skill levels.
Aggressive ambush predator that puts up an incredible fight.
Peak Season
March – October
Best Areas
Mangroves, docks, bridges,
and shorelines.
Skill Level
Meant for anglers of all skill levels.
Strong and dependable bottom fish that fight hard.
Peak Season
Year-round (best winter & spring)
Best Areas
Grass flats, oyster bars, and deeper channels.
Skill Level
Meant for anglers of all skill levels.
The ultimate inshore challenge. Powerful and unforgettable.
Peak Season
May – July
Best Areas
Passes, bridges, nearshore and
open bay waters.
Skill Level
Meant for anglers at an advanced level.
Fast, strong, and always exciting when they show up.
Peak Season
Fall - Spring
Best Areas
Nearshore waters, reefs,
and wrecks.
Skill Level
Meant for anglers at an advanced level.
Unique, colorful, and great eating. A true Florida favorite.
Peak Season
Year-round
Best Areas
Reefs, ledges, rocky bottoms,
and wrecks
Skill Level
Beginner to intermediate skill levels.
Strong and dependable bottom fish that fight hard.
Peak Season
May – July
Best Areas
Nearshore reefs, ledges,
and wrecks.
Skill Level
Intermediate to advanced skill levels.
Hard-hitting and excellent table fare. Great around structure.
Peak Season
May – July
Best Areas
Mangroves, docks, and
inshore reefs.
Skill Level
Beginner to intermediate skill levels.
While we primarily focus on you’re average fish during our charters, these waters are home to many creatures including certain species of sharks. These powerful predators roam our waters year-round. While not guaranteed, they do make appearances and always keep things exciting.
Known for their sleek look and acrobatic fights, blacktips are a thrilling catch.
Famous for their aerial spins, spinner sharks are fast, feisty, and unpredictable.
Strong and heavy-hitting, sandbar sharks are bottom dwellers that put up a serious fight.
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