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Custom Tides Guide Service
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Jason Yost, Captain at Custom Tides Guide Service
Identity VerifiedJason Yost, owner and guide of Custom Tide Guide Service, is a true Virginia local with a lifelong passion for fishing. Born and raised in the area, Jason has spent most of his life exploring and mastering the local waters. With over 20 years of offshore fishing experience out of Virginia Beach and the Outer Banks, combined with a deep-rooted love for inshore fishing, Jason brings unmatched knowledge and enthusiasm to every trip he runs.
Today, Jason specializes in light tackle and fly fishing inshore, focusing on some of the most sought-after species in the region. Whether it’s redfish tailing in the shallows, sea trout cruising along the grass lines, striped bass making their seasonal runs, or the occasional appearance of tarpon, Jason knows where and how to find them. His passion for fishing is matched only by his passion for sharing it with others.
Jason runs a 17-foot flats boat, ideal for exploring the diverse fisheries of Virginia. His trips cover a wide range of waters — from the head of the James River to the Virginia Beach area, and as far north as Poquoson Flats and Oyster, VA. With a maximum of 2 guests per trip, anglers are guaranteed a personalized and hands-on experience tailored to their interests and skill level.
Every trip with Custom Tide Guide Service includes all the essentials: top-quality gear, tackle, ice, bottled water, and fishing licenses, so guests can relax and focus on the fishing. Jason offers trips ranging from 4 to 8 hours, allowing flexibility to fit any schedule, whether you’re looking for a quick morning outing or a full day on the water.
Known for his friendly approach, expert instruction, and deep respect for the local fishery, Jason takes pride in creating unforgettable experiences for anglers of all backgrounds. From sight-casting to redfish to watching a striped bass crush a fly, Jason is dedicated to helping his clients make the most of every moment on the water.
With Custom Tide Guide Service, guests don’t just go on a fishing trip — they experience the heart of Virginia’s inshore fishery with a passionate, knowledgeable local guide who’s eager to share his home waters and help create memories that will last a lifetime.
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Fly Fishing
Good with Families
Good with Kids
Good with New Anglers
Master Guide
Nature / Wildlife Views
Saltwater FishingFishing Techniques
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Nature / Wildlife Views
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Cancellation Policy
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What's Included
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This guide offers trips with nature and wildlife views.
Cancellation Policy
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Trips Available with Custom Tides Guide Service
Fishing
Starting At $400
Private Half-Day Flats Fishing Trip
Fishing Area: Virginia
Fishing: Flats
Fishing Boat:
Mitzi Tournament 17 • 17' Mitzi • Max 3 guests (base trip price includes 3 guests)Description: Cast across Virginia’s pristine flats on a 4‐hour, half‐day charter with USCG‐licensed guide Jason. Launching minutes from Suffolk, this sunrise outing drifts shallow grass beds and oyster bars where redfish, speckled sea trout, striped bass, and summer tarpon crush live bait and artificials. Premium light‐tackle rods, tuned reels, hand‐tied lures, ice, chilled bottled water, and state fishing licenses are on deck—just step aboard and fish. With capacity capped at two anglers, every cast draws personal coaching on sight‐casting, lure selection, and proper release, creating the perfect small‐group saltwater safari. Book now and discover why Suffolk offers Virginia’s premier flats action now.!
Fishing
Starting At $750
Private 8-Hour Flats Fishing Charter - 2 Max
Fishing Area: Virginia
Fishing: Flats
Fishing Boat:
Mitzi Tournament 17 • 17' Mitzi • Max 3 guests (base trip price includes 3 guests)Description: Reserve a private flats fishing charter on the shallow waters of Suffolk, Virginia, and spend six hours sight‐casting with USCG‐licensed guide Jason. Launch near the Nansemond River, then work grass beds, shell points, and oyster bars where redfish, speckled sea trout, striped bass, and seasonal tarpon forage. Top‐tier rods, reels, proven lures, ice, cold bottled water, and Virginia fishing licenses are on board—step aboard and cast. With capacity set at two anglers, you receive focused coaching on approach, lure choice, and safe catch‐and‐release. Flexible departure times let you chase the best tides while enjoying a crowd‐free Virginia flats fishing experience.
Fishing
Starting At $600
Private 6-Hour Flats Fishing Trip
Fishing Area: Virginia
Fishing: Flats
Fishing Boat:
Mitzi Tournament 17 • 17' Mitzi • Max 3 guests (base trip price includes 3 guests)Description: Explore the fertile flats of Suffolk, Virginia on a six‐hour, action‐packed light‐tackle charter with licensed guide Jason. Depart at dawn to hunt grass beds and oyster bars where red drum, speckled sea trout, striped bass, and seasonal tarpon feed. Your fare covers quality gear, ice, bottled water, and licenses, so you stay focused on the bite. Capped at two anglers, the trip delivers one‐on‐one coaching in casting accuracy, lure choice, and responsible release. Customize your schedule and target list, and your guide fine‐tunes drift speed, bait, and presentation to match the day. Book now to fish Suffolk’s renowned shallow‐water habitat. Summer tides fill fast—secure your spot today.
Vehicle
Mitzi Tournament 17
Boat Type:
Boat Guest Capacity:
3
Boat Length:
17 ft
Manufacturer Name:
Mitzi
Model Year:
2023
Engine Manufacturer Name:
Suzuki
# of Engines:
1
Horsepower Per Engine:
60
Maximum Cruising Speed:
32
Features: Bait Tank Trolling Motor Fish Finder GPS VHF Radio
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My rig is a 2023 Mitzi T17. It is a comfortable fishing platform and very stable. It has garmin electronics, trolling motor with spot lock and other features, and large casting deck, and a 22’ carbon fiber push pole for the skinny water. I am fully licensed and insured and complete with needed safe.
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Mitzi Tournament 17
Boat Type:
Boat Guest Capacity:
3
Boat Length:
17 ft
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Reports and Expert Articles
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Redfish on the Move: Prime Sight-Casting Conditions on Suffolk's Shallow Flats
The flats fishing action in Suffolk, VA is heating up as water temperatures rise and baitfish move into the shallows. Redfish are actively cruising the skinny water, offering excellent sight-casting opportunities for anglers. The clear, calm conditions have made it ideal for spotting singles and small pods pushing along grass lines and oyster beds. Early mornings have been the most productive, with fish responding well to soft plastics and live bait presentations. If you're looking to experience classic shallow-water action, now is a prime time to get out on the flats and target redfish in Suffolk’s thriving estuaries.
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Winter Update
Well it has been a cold winter and a lot more snow than expected. My last couple of times were disappointing with the amount of big trout and now some drum dying off. I feel this happens ever cold winter, but just seems more than usual. Anyways, as the weather breaks and we see some recovery with the fish and the migratory fish that start to arrive, it will be time to get on the water and get after it. I am open for bookings for the year and well be glad to accommodate whatever you would want to do. There will be plenty of action for the fly rod and some light tackle. I will be focusing on the flats and sight fishing this spring for puppy drum and will also be looking for some flounder across the bay. Reach out to me for a trip and we will make it happen. Have a great day and be blessed.
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Fishing Update
The fall fishing has been on fire. We’ve had large schools of drum around with plenty of action from them On the fly and on rod and reel. The striped bass are starting to show up and the trout fishing is picking up. A lot of smaller trout are around in large numbers with some big ones mixed in. Critter flies and baitfish pattern flies have been good for me and plastics on a jig head and mirror lures have been good on rod and reel. I have some availability for December if anyone is interested in a trip. I will be shifting to mainly trout fishing and some stripers, and will continue to fish for puppy drum as long as the weather will allow it. Be blessed, Capt. Jason
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Fishing report for September and October
Have not been on here much to update anything as i have been extremely busy. September and bow into October have brought some excellent fishing around my way. I have had several days of some of the best puppy drum fishing one could want on the fly and on light tackle. In the last couple of weeks I have been finding the drum in larger schools in the shallows and the ability to sight fish them. The specks are starting to show up now and the puppy drum are continuing to bite. I will be taking bookings for the rest of the year for trout and puppy drum if anyone is interested and also stripers as they start showing up in numbers. At the end of this month I will be fishing the Legends of the Fly tournament, which is an excellent organization, and hopefully with plenty of fly action. I will do better at posting more on the regular and share. Most of the drum bites have been on soft plastics and mirror lures for me. As for the fly action, most of my bites have been on critter style flies and a lot of bites on a fly that I tie that unique to me and similar to a clouser. Check back for more updates and stay safe on the water. Tight lines, Capt. Jason Yost
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Summer Fly Fishing Heats Up in Virginia
Well I haven’t had time to mess with the website lately, but the fishing has been really good for me for the month of July. Plenty of action on rod and reel and fly rod equally. Numerous out of slot reds have been caught as well as some keepers. Some speckled trout have been in the mix at first light. Critter flies have been producing the best on the fly. Hopefully the fishing will remain strong as the summer continues to fade away. I have also made a few tarpon trips with decent numbers most of time to cast at, but no hook ups as of yet; it’s a tough fishery for sure. Hit me up for trip if you’re interested.
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Virginia Fishing update
Well the fishing has been good for me the last several days. There has been plenty of puppy drum and some trout here and there. The fish have been caught on rod and reel and fly rod, here locally, and on the Eastern Shore. The few trips looking for tarpon have been successful locating them, but no bites. Give me a shout if you’re interested in either kind of trip. I’m pretty flexible and if the early morning is not good, I’m good for a late afternoon evening trip. Tight lines!
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Summer Tarpon Fishing
Starting next month (July) I will be uploading available dates for some tarpon trips on the fly and rod and reel. It is a hard fishery here, but very rewarding when one is landed. It takes some long days of poling around and looking for them, and some beautiful sunrises, but I am always down for the challenge. So give me a holler if you are interested.
