Half Day Guided Fishing Trip in Anna Maria Island
Anna Maria Island's inshore waters are calling your name, and Captain Norvin and his crew at Flight Risk Charters are ready to put you on some serious fish. This isn't your typical tourist fishing trip – it's a real deal, no-nonsense adventure where the focus is simple: find fish, catch fish, and have a blast doing it. You'll be fishing the productive flats, mangrove edges, and structure around Anna Maria Island where redfish, snook, trout, and sharks cruise year-round. With just two anglers max, you get the captain's full attention and plenty of room to work your lines without bumping elbows.
What to Expect on the Water
Captain Norvin runs a tight ship, but the vibe stays relaxed and fun. This father-son team knows these waters like the back of their hand, and they're not the type to sit around waiting if the fish aren't cooperating. Expect to move spots, try different techniques, and stay active throughout your half-day trip. They'll have you rigged up and fishing within minutes of leaving the dock, whether you're a complete beginner or you've been wetting lines for decades. The captain loves sharing his personal techniques for saltwater inshore fishing, so come ready to learn something new. Don't forget to mention any bucket list species you're targeting – these guys love a good challenge and will do their best to make it happen.
Techniques and Tackle
Flight Risk Charters focuses on light tackle inshore fishing, using everything from live bait to artificial lures depending on conditions and target species. You'll likely be working with circle hooks and medium-action rods that give you great feel without overpowering smaller fish. The captain switches between drift fishing over grass flats, sight fishing around mangrove shorelines, and structure fishing near docks and bridges. Live shrimp, pinfish, and cut bait are go-to options, but don't be surprised if they break out some topwater plugs or soft plastics when the fish are aggressive. The boat stays positioned perfectly for each spot, and the crew keeps fresh bait on your hooks so you can focus on fighting fish instead of rigging lines.
What Anglers Are Saying
"We couldn't have asked for a better trip ! This father son team will meet all your expectations! Capt Norvin knows his stuff!!! And his son never stops . He keeps those lines with bait 👍 We went on a 4 hour trip and immediately we were on em ! He is also a man that doesn't like to sit 😂. If they ain't biting we are moving ! We literally caught several species of fish and some pretty darn good keepers . Needless to say we got our bag limit in those short 4 hours . Spending the afternoon with these guys was awesome . They truly make you feel like family ! Capt will continue to remind ya to hydrate 👍 yep he's a dad . But one of the BEST and most patient guides we have we have ever had . We would 💯 recommend Flight Risk Charters to all our friends .. Thanks guys for a wonderful birthday fishing trip ! CnC Jacksonville Florida !" - Christina
"Great father & son duo who were full-service! We caught some fish and enjoyed a day on the water. 100% recommend!" - Karen
"Capt Norvin and his son did a great job in communicating and scheduling around a little weather , working to find the right spots for the best fishing , and making sure my wife and I had a great trip.. We both highly recommend Flight Risk charters!!" - Ronny
Top Catches This Season
Summer flounder are absolute table fare champions around Anna Maria Island. These flatfish love sandy bottoms near grass edges and structure, and they hit live shrimp and small jigs with authority. Flounder fishing peaks during warmer months when they move into shallow water to feed. What makes them so fun is the way they inhale bait and take off on surprisingly strong runs for a flatfish. Most keepers run 14 to 18 inches, and they're perfect for anglers who want to take home some of the best eating fish in these waters.
Sea trout are the bread and butter of Anna Maria Island inshore fishing. These spotted beauties cruise grass flats in schools, and when you find them, you can often catch several before they move on. Trout are active year-round but fish best during dawn and dusk periods. They're aggressive feeders that will hit live shrimp, soft plastics, and topwater plugs. The 15 to 20-inch fish are most common, and they put up a great fight with multiple jumps and head shakes. Trout fishing teaches you to read water and understand how baitfish move around structure.
Redfish are the ultimate inshore gamefish around Anna Maria Island. These copper-colored bruisers cruise shallow flats, mangrove shorelines, and oyster bars looking for crabs and baitfish. Reds are available year-round, but fall and winter months often produce the biggest fish. What makes redfish special is their combination of size, fight, and intelligence – they'll test your drag and make long runs into structure. Slot-size reds between 18 and 27 inches are common, and the occasional oversized bull redfish will absolutely smoke your reel.
Bonnethead sharks bring non-stop action to your Anna Maria Island fishing trip. These smaller members of the hammerhead family are abundant in shallow waters during warmer months. Bonnetheads average 2 to 3 feet long and are perfect for anglers who want to experience shark fishing without the heavy tackle. They hit live and cut bait aggressively and make strong runs when hooked. What's really cool about bonnetheads is watching them cruise in shallow water – you can often see their distinctive head shape from
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Inshore Fishing
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Anna Maria Island, Florida, USA
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