Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Fishing Info

About Chasing Limits Charters

Where does Chasing Limits Charters fish?

We fish the Anna Maria Island area, including Gulf of Mexico, Tampa Bay, Sarasota Bay, Wares Creek, Ayres Point, McNeil Point, Bishop Point, Fogarty Point, Jeffs Cowpen Creek, Point Pleasant, Gamble Creek, Mill Creek, Sugarhouse Creek, Gap Creek, Manatee River, Terra Ceia Bay, Palma Sola Bay, Anna Maria Sound, Mullet Key Bayou, Bowlees Creek, Warner West Bayou, Moses Hole, Warner East Bayou.

What are the target fish?

Target fish include Cobia, Flounder, Gag Grouper, Hogfish, King Mackerel, Redfish, Sheepshead, Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Spanish Mackerel, Speckled Trout, Tarpon

Where in Anna Maria Island to we meet our guests?

We meet at Kingfish Boat Ramp ( Holmes Beach, FL 34217, USA ), Riverside Boat Ramp ( 857-899 Riverside Dr, Palmetto, FL 34221, USA ), Warner's Bayou Boat Ramp ( 5800 Riverview Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34209, USA ), Coquina North Boat Ramp ( 1507 Gulf Dr S, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217, USA )

Do I need a STATE Fishing license?

Yes, a Fishing license is required

Where do I get a STATE Fishing license?

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - Fishing

Florida residents and visitors 16 years of age and older are required to possess a Florida freshwater fishing or saltwater fishing license when engaged in active or passive fishing activities. However, you do not need a saltwater fishing license if saltwater fishing from a for-hire vessel (guide, charter, party boat) that has a valid charter license or from a vessel whose operator has a valid recreational saltwater vessel license issued in the name of the operator of the vessel. If you are looking for online access for a license, please check Go Outdoors Florida here: https://license.gooutdoorsflorida.com/Licensing/CustomerLookup.aspx

How much should I Tip?

It is customary to tip 20% of the trip total. We work tirelessly to make sure you have a guest experience!

Do I need to bring my own gear?

No, we provide standard gear such as rods and reels so you don’t need to worry about anything. But please feel free to bring you own gear if you prefer.