Author: Captain William Wise

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Captain William Wise of Badfish Charters holding a big Tarpon.

Captain William Wise


Captain William Wise has over 15+ years experience as a fishing guide specializing in inshore and nearshore fishing. With years on the water, he shares expert tips, tactics, and stories to help anglers improve their skills and land more fish.

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By Captain William Wise March 17, 2025
Get ready for spring fishing with the right cast net! Learn how to choose the perfect net for deep water, flats, and different bait sizes to maximize your catch.
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By Captain William Wise October 1, 2024
Want to catch redfish like a pro? Discover the best redfish artificial lures for inshore fishing. From topwater action to the jigs for redfish, find out how to land trophy fish in shallow water. Upgrade your lures for redfish and start reeling them in today!
Discover the best tarpon fishing spots in Florida, when to go, what gear to use, and how to catch th
By Captain William Wise September 30, 2024
Discover the best tarpon fishing spots in Florida, when to go, what gear to use, and how to catch the iconic Silver King. Plan your ultimate fishing trip today!
A man in a baseball cap is looking at a Tarpon in the water.
By Captain William Wise July 1, 2024
Tarpon season is here! Discover the best Tarpon rod and reel for Tarpon fishing in Tampa Bay: the Shimano Saragosa 8000 reel paired with the Tsunami Carbon Shield II rod. Learn expert tips to maximize your success during the peak May to July season and catch these majestic silver kings!
A group of men are standing around a tray of fish on the beach.
By Captain William Wise June 23, 2024
As the waters of Tampa Bay begin to warm up, one fish species is on the minds of anglers across the region - the mighty Mangrove Snapper. These feisty, hard-fighting fish are a favorite among local fishermen, and the upcoming snapper season is an exciting time to get out on the water and target these impressive gamefish.
A young man is holding a large red fish in his hands.
By Captain William Wise June 19, 2024
As a passionate angler, I'm always on the lookout for new and exciting fishing adventures. Recently, I had the opportunity to join my good friend Jake on a winter Spotted Seatrout and Redfish excursion in our trusty ganu (a small, lightweight boat). What started as a casual outing quickly turned into an unforgettable experience, filled with fast-paced action, technical fishing, and the thrill of battling hard-fighting reds in the inshore shallows.
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