Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Fishing Info

Frequently Asked Questions About Deep Color Fishing

Where does Deep Color Fishing fish?

We fish the St. Petersburg area, including Gulf of Mexico, Boca Ciega Bay, Tampa Bay, Tampa, Clearwater Beach, .

What are the target fish?

Target fish include Sheepshead (Also Called Convict Fish, Sheephead ), Southern Flounder (Also Called Flounder, Plie ), Permit (Also Called ), King Mackerel (Also Called Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel ), Gag Grouper (Also Called Charcoal Belly, Velvet Rockfish, Grouper ), Goliath Grouper (Also Called Atlantic Goliath Grouper, Guasa, Mero, Grouper, Itajara), Sea Trout (Also Called Speckled Trout, Spotted Sea Trout), Cobia (Also Called Black Salmon, Crab Eater, Lemon Fish, Sergeant Fish ), Spanish Mackerel (Also Called Atlantic Spanish Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel), Snook (Also Called Common Snook, Sergeant Fish, Thin Snook), Red Grouper (Also Called Cherna De Vivero, Nègre, Cherna Americana, Grouper ), Hogfish (Also Called Jacqueton Blanca, Ornefisk, Pargo Gallo, Doncella de Pluma, Labre Capitaine, Odynczyk, Pez Perro)

Where in St. Petersburg to we meet our guests?

We meet at Deep Color Fishing ( 9600 Bay Pines Blvd, Bay Pines, FL 33744, USA ), 9600 Bay Pines Blvd ( 9600 Bay Pines Blvd, St. Petersburg, FL 33708, USA )

Do I need a STATE Fishing license?

Yes, a Fishing license is required for most, but in this charter we''ll take care of it for you.

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.