During their visit to Tampa for the National League of Cities, 2024 City Summit last week, attendees from Santa Clara, UT took the opportunity to experience some Tampa Bay flats fishing. (L-R) Brock, City Manager, Rick, Mayor and Ben, City Council enjoyed two separate days of non-stop snook and redfish action.
Here’s what Rick had to say about Afishionado Guide Services. We had a great day with Capt. Wade, he was very professional and knowledgeable and shared his experiences with us. We caught Snook, Redfish, and Speckled Trout in numbers and size to satisfy our needs until next time. His lunch recommendation to cook our catch was awesome too.
Needless to say, “They’re Hooked” and are looking forward to another adventure aboard Afishionado in the future.
Afishionado, “Adventures in Fishing.”
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I’ve used many fishing guides throughout Central and North America and hands down Afishionado has been by far the best. We were a group of 5, 2 Adults and 3 kids. I was the only one in the group with a lot of fishing experience, but it didn’t matter. Captain Wade made it so easy and fun to fish that my young niece and nephew, who had no fishing experience, had an amazing time.
All the other guides that I have hired have had a first mate helping them, so when I saw that Captain Wade was working by himself, I mentally prepare myself and the kids to have a lot of down time, but I was pleasantly surprised that this was not the case. Captain Wade’s system for baiting your hook was so efficient that you spend almost all of your time with your line in the water, which equates to catching more fish. I caught more keepers on this trip than I did in my last 3 trips combined.
Also, Captain Wade is a trained photographer, and it shows in the quality of the pictures he took. He takes care of taking all the pictures, so that you don’t miss out in capturing the great memories. I can’t wait until I’m in the Tampa area again so that I can hire Captain Wade of Afishionado to take me on another amazing fishing trip.
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Our daughter and her friends were home for spring break from college and wanted to go fishing. We booked Wade online. Everything was seamless. He sent all of the info we needed and followed up with a phone call prior to our fishing trip.
Wade had a fully outfitted boat. Our party of 6 had him running ragged keeping our rods baited and the fish off our hooks! We caught one fish after another. It was truly a beautiful day. The girls had a blast.
We came home and cooked up the fish. Delicious!
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We spent two days fishing with Afishionado in early November and had a great time! Wade runs a squared-away boat and was deeply knowledgeable of the Bay and the best places to fish. In fact, every place he took us, we caught fish! Big fish! I highly recommend Afishionado Guide Services and will use them again!
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I’ve chartered a lot of fishing services in the past and Afishionado ranks up at the top.
In addition to having a well-maintained boat, all the fishing tackle and gear was ready-to-go and in excellent condition. There was also plenty of live bait on board to provide the best opportunity to catch fish. On top of that, Wade is highly knowledgeable about the area and where the fish are located. And if for some reason the fish stop hitting in one area, he is quick to suggest other options to provide the most action and the best value. Wade is also great with kids and is skilled at teaching the basics to ensure a good time is had by all.
I highly recommend Afishionado Guide Services and Wade Osborne for a truly memorable fishing excursion.
Jon W.
Atlanta, GA
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I usually don’t do this however; I would like to recommend a guide. I have been using Wade at Afishionado Guide Services for many years. If you are in the Tampa/St. Petersburg area on spring break or anytime, it is $ well spent. If you are a beginner or a pro, Wade will instruct when asked and always has varieties of live bait. Fly or conventional, he always puts me on the snook and redfish. Prices are more than competitive, and I promise he outworks the average guide experience. He will also let you enjoy/photograph the wildlife whenever you see a manatee or dolphins etc., if this is what you desire. Top-notch boat and equipment. If you get a chance contact Wade.
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We had a great day on the water with Captain Wade! He put us on fish quickly and was very efficient with rebaiting and taking pictures of us with our catches. We saw lots of dolphins and manatees and he had plenty of witty jokes. I would definitely recommend Wade for an inland charter!
Lucas B.
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Wade saved the day! My sister-in-law booked a charter online for her husband’s birthday. My wife and I were invited, so we all took the day off from work. One hour before our scheduled excursion, the captain cancelled our charter. Trying to salvage our day, we looked for Guide Services and found Wade. We explained to him what happened and without hesitation he told us to meet him at the ramp at 11am! We couldn’t have handpicked a better Captain! Wade’s Sheaffer was immaculate and fully stocked with bait and gear. Talk about service! We had a great day on the water and caught Snook, Redfish, Trout, Flounder, and Snapper. Wade even filleted the keepers for us to take home for dinner that night! Thank you Wade for the amazing experience!
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After catching numerous redfish too big to keep, Daryl and Randy added two, to the fish box at the very end of their charter.
We had a great time yesterday, glad we made the one-hour, 20-minute drive. It was certainly worth it, due to the level of service we received.
Wade, we will definitely be going fishing with you again.
Daryl and Randy, Orlando, FL
If you’re interested in seeing more post from recent charters, please like my Facebook Page to receive updates. For charter reservations call/text Wade at 813-286-3474.
Once aboard Afishionado, you’re hooked!
https://afishionado.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/redfish.jpg14671920Wade Osbornehttps://afishionado.com//wp-content/uploads/2018/03/afishionadoheader2.jpgWade Osborne2022-04-17 13:04:182022-05-25 06:35:42Wade, we will definitely be going fishing with you again!
Captain Wade saved the day for us after we had a late cancellation. He was courteous, professional, and worked hard despite less-than-ideal conditions to keep us on the fish and out of the weather.
Shane Mitchell, Appollo Beach, FL
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Needless to say, “They’re Hooked.”
/in Testimonial /by GS2015HD(L-R) Brock, Rick, and Ben.
During their visit to Tampa for the National League of Cities, 2024 City Summit last week, attendees from Santa Clara, UT took the opportunity to experience some Tampa Bay flats fishing. (L-R) Brock, City Manager, Rick, Mayor and Ben, City Council enjoyed two separate days of non-stop snook and redfish action.
Here’s what Rick had to say about Afishionado Guide Services. We had a great day with Capt. Wade, he was very professional and knowledgeable and shared his experiences with us. We caught Snook, Redfish, and Speckled Trout in numbers and size to satisfy our needs until next time. His lunch recommendation to cook our catch was awesome too.
Needless to say, “They’re Hooked” and are looking forward to another adventure aboard Afishionado in the future.
Afishionado, “Adventures in Fishing.”
Had an amazing time!
/in Testimonial /by GS2015HDI’ve used many fishing guides throughout Central and North America and hands down Afishionado has been by far the best. We were a group of 5, 2 Adults and 3 kids. I was the only one in the group with a lot of fishing experience, but it didn’t matter. Captain Wade made it so easy and fun to fish that my young niece and nephew, who had no fishing experience, had an amazing time.
All the other guides that I have hired have had a first mate helping them, so when I saw that Captain Wade was working by himself, I mentally prepare myself and the kids to have a lot of down time, but I was pleasantly surprised that this was not the case. Captain Wade’s system for baiting your hook was so efficient that you spend almost all of your time with your line in the water, which equates to catching more fish. I caught more keepers on this trip than I did in my last 3 trips combined.
Also, Captain Wade is a trained photographer, and it shows in the quality of the pictures he took. He takes care of taking all the pictures, so that you don’t miss out in capturing the great memories. I can’t wait until I’m in the Tampa area again so that I can hire Captain Wade of Afishionado to take me on another amazing fishing trip.
Best fishing day we’ve ever had!
/in Testimonial /by GS2015HDOur daughter and her friends were home for spring break from college and wanted to go fishing. We booked Wade online. Everything was seamless. He sent all of the info we needed and followed up with a phone call prior to our fishing trip.
Wade had a fully outfitted boat. Our party of 6 had him running ragged keeping our rods baited and the fish off our hooks! We caught one fish after another. It was truly a beautiful day. The girls had a blast.
We came home and cooked up the fish. Delicious!
Every place he took us, we caught fish!
/in Testimonial /by GS2015HDVeterans Day Weekend Celebration!
We spent two days fishing with Afishionado in early November and had a great time! Wade runs a squared-away boat and was deeply knowledgeable of the Bay and the best places to fish. In fact, every place he took us, we caught fish! Big fish! I highly recommend Afishionado Guide Services and will use them again!
Afishionado ranks up at the top.
/in Testimonial /by GS2015HDSpanish mackerel on light tackle.
I’ve chartered a lot of fishing services in the past and Afishionado ranks up at the top.
In addition to having a well-maintained boat, all the fishing tackle and gear was ready-to-go and in excellent condition. There was also plenty of live bait on board to provide the best opportunity to catch fish. On top of that, Wade is highly knowledgeable about the area and where the fish are located. And if for some reason the fish stop hitting in one area, he is quick to suggest other options to provide the most action and the best value. Wade is also great with kids and is skilled at teaching the basics to ensure a good time is had by all.
I highly recommend Afishionado Guide Services and Wade Osborne for a truly memorable fishing excursion.
Jon W.
Atlanta, GA
He Outworks the Average Guide.
/in Testimonial /by GS2015HDTampa Bay Redfish.
I usually don’t do this however; I would like to recommend a guide. I have been using Wade at Afishionado Guide Services for many years. If you are in the Tampa/St. Petersburg area on spring break or anytime, it is $ well spent. If you are a beginner or a pro, Wade will instruct when asked and always has varieties of live bait. Fly or conventional, he always puts me on the snook and redfish. Prices are more than competitive, and I promise he outworks the average guide experience. He will also let you enjoy/photograph the wildlife whenever you see a manatee or dolphins etc., if this is what you desire. Top-notch boat and equipment. If you get a chance contact Wade.
I would definitely recommend Wade for an inland charter!
/in Testimonial /by GS2015HDLucas with a Bonnethead shark.
We had a great day on the water with Captain Wade! He put us on fish quickly and was very efficient with rebaiting and taking pictures of us with our catches. We saw lots of dolphins and manatees and he had plenty of witty jokes. I would definitely recommend Wade for an inland charter!
Lucas B.
We couldn’t have handpicked a better Captain!
/in Testimonial /by GS2015HDTampa Bay Redfish
Wade, we will definitely be going fishing with you again!
/in Testimonial /by Wade OsborneAfter catching numerous redfish too big to keep, Daryl and Randy added two, to the fish box at the very end of their charter.
We had a great time yesterday, glad we made the one-hour, 20-minute drive. It was certainly worth it, due to the level of service we received.
Wade, we will definitely be going fishing with you again.
Daryl and Randy, Orlando, FL
If you’re interested in seeing more post from recent charters, please like my Facebook Page to receive updates. For charter reservations call/text Wade at 813-286-3474.
Once aboard Afishionado, you’re hooked!
He was courteous, professional, and worked hard.
/in Testimonial /by Wade OsborneShane with his wife and friends.
Shane Mitchell, Appollo Beach, FL