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Anglers aboard the charter boat with their tarpon catch

Captain Ryan Taylor Fishing Charters

Anna Maria Island fishing charters.

A great day on the water starts with local knowledge.

Family-friendly fishing around Anna Maria Island, Bradenton and Sarasota. Make memories on the water with a captain who brings 30+ years of local fishing experience.

Trips from $600 · 4 hours · 2 people included

A great trip starts with a conversation.

Call Captain Ryan to choose your day and plan your trip.

Inshore fishing · Tampa Bay & the Gulf Coast

Your day. Your kind of fishing.

From a first cast to your next big fishing story, choose how long you’d like to spend on the water.

A silver snook above the water

Half day

4 HOURS ON THE WATER

$600

for 2 people

A little time away. A lot to remember. Four hours of fishing with family or friends.

A copper-colored redfish held by an angler

More time on the water

6 HOURS ON THE WATER

$800

for 2 people

Settle into the day with a six-hour charter and more time to enjoy the water.

A silver tarpon leaping from the water

Full day

8 HOURS ON THE WATER

$1,000

for 2 people

Make a day of it. Spend eight hours fishing the local waters with Ryan.

Additional people are $50 each. Kids 10 and younger fish free. Call to discuss your group.

Rods & bait includedFamily-friendly tripsLife jackets provided
Captain Ryan Taylor holding a fish on the water

Your local captain

These waters feel like home.
Because they are.

A fourth-generation Floridian from the Bradenton and Sarasota area, Captain Ryan brings more than 30 years of local fishing experience to your day on the water.

Fish the flats for snook, redfish and trout, or talk with Ryan about tarpon fishing around Tampa Bay. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned angler, start with a conversation about your trip.

Common questions

Before you cast off.

A little planning makes a great day on the water. Here’s what to know about your fishing charter.

How do I book a fishing charter?

Call Captain Ryan at 941-812-7435 with your preferred date, group size and trip length. Ryan will help you plan the trip. All bookings are arranged directly by phone.

How much does a fishing charter cost?

A 4-hour charter is $600, a 6-hour charter is $800, and an 8-hour charter is $1,000. Each rate includes 2 people. Additional people are $50 each; kids 10 and younger fish free. Call Ryan to discuss your group.

What is included?

Fishing rods, bait and life jackets are included. Ask Ryan about any other equipment or arrangements for the kind of fishing you have in mind.

Are children and beginners welcome?

Yes. Captain Ryan welcomes families and anglers of all ages and experience levels. Kids 10 and younger fish free. Tell Ryan the ages of children and your group’s fishing experience when you call.

Where do we meet?

Meet at Blenker Boatworks & Marina, 2504 88th St Ct NW, Bradenton, FL 34209. Confirm your meeting time and departure details with Captain Ryan by phone.

What fish can we target?

Local fishing includes snook, redfish and trout on the flats, as well as tarpon around Tampa Bay. Target species and fishing areas depend on conditions. Talk with Ryan about your interests before choosing a trip.

Do you serve Anna Maria Island and Sarasota?

Yes. Captain Ryan serves visitors to Anna Maria Island, Bradenton, Sarasota and Siesta Key, with fishing in the greater Tampa Bay area. The marina meeting point is in Bradenton.

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More photos and days on the water with @capt.ryantaylor.

Let’s get out on the water

One call. Your next great day.

Have your preferred date, group size and trip length in mind. Ryan will help you plan the rest.

All trips are arranged directly with Captain Ryan by phone.

Meet at the marina

Blenker Boatworks & Marina
2504 88th St Ct NW
Bradenton, FL 34209

Confirm your meeting time and departure details when you call.

Let’s go fishing.Trips from $600
Call to book