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We specialize in offshore fishing! Our Captain Mike Patterson is the very best at finding Grouper, Snapper, Amberjack, Tuna, Cobia , kingfish, Wahoo, and other deep water Exotics. Bad Habit, our 35 foot Sea Hunter will swiftly take you to our pristine waters.

On board our crew will bait your hook and give you tips to improve your fishing game. When you bring in your haul, our crew is there for you to assist with cleaning your fish, and to give you tips on delicious ways to prepare your fresh catch or send you to our local restaurants that are partnered to prepare your fish. On our boats you’ll discover the beauty of our natural surroundings and an educational fishing experience you’ll remember for years to come. This is a great way to relax, take out clients, reward your best employees, or have a family fun day! Our mission is simply to provide you with good fishin’ and fun on the water!

Cancellations must be made 48 hours in advance and/or a 30% cancellation charge applies. Bad Habit is wheelchair accessible. We are happy to accommodate guests with special needs because we believe everybody should be able to spend quality time on the water.

Contact us to schedule your trip. Contact Captain Mike Patterson for Offshore Trips at (941) 306-9726 or email badhabitoffshorefishing@gmail.com.

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OffShore Fishing

Typically from 20 miles + from shore. Maximum 6 passengers.

Fishing trips prices:

Time Range Price
6 hours 20-30 miles $1800 (gratuity is included)
8 Hours 30-50 miles $2400 (gratuity is included)
10 Hours 50-70 miles $3000 (gratuity is included)
12 Hours 70-90 miles $3600 (gratuity is included)
14 Hours - Deep Drop 100-130 miles $4200 (gratuity is included)
- Long Range
- Deep Drop
- Middle Grounds
- Destination
- Call for Pricing

Book five or more trips per year and get a 10% discount on all of your trips.
** a customary 20% gratuity for your crew is included in the price of the trip.

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OVERNIGHT TRIPS ARE QUOTED UPON REQUEST

3-7 day overnight fishing trips available.

group fishing charters

SPECIALITY TRIPS ARE QUOTED UPON REQUEST

  • Deep Drop Trips
  • Other speciality trips include: Kitty mitchell, yellow wedge grouper, tilefish, snowy grouper, queen snapper, silky snapper, gag grouper, scamp, swordfish...and many more exotics
  • Swordfish Trips 
  • Destination Trips
    • Tortugas
    • Florida Keys
    • Elbow
    • Middle Grounds

All speciality trips will be customized and catered to the clients requests and priced accordingly.

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Been taking advantage of the weather lately. Red snapper have been the target since they have reopened through the end of the year. We have also been blessed with a few special guests along the way with some black grouper, African pompano, cobia, mutton snapper, and even got to tug on some goliath grouper for those of you interested in the “BIG” fish. We still have opportunities available to catch your fair share of these fish. We offer split party charters and whole boat bookings. Our next dates of availability are as follows:Sunday 12/810 hr trip for red snapper, pompano, and other various species. 2 spots available $500/person includes everythingMonday 12/910 hr trip for red snapper, pompano, and other various species. 5 spots available $500/person includes everythingTuesday 12/1010 hr trip for red snapper, pompano, and other various species. 2 spots available $500/person includes everythingAlso be sure to ask about private trips for family fun or for groups up to 6 people. Contact captain mike for more details at 941-306-9726. Boat sails from fisherman’s wharf marina in venice,Fl ... See MoreSee Less
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The bite has been on 🔥! Red snapper, African pompano, black grouper, yellowtail, and cobia have been a successful target! With that being said we still have opportunities for you to get in on the action!Friday 12/6 3 spots open on a 10hr trip targeting red snapper, African Pompano, cobia, yellowtail snapper, a mango snapper, plus a variety of other plegic and reef species. Causes $500 per person includes everything. 🚨🚨🚨FULL🚨🚨🚨Saturday 12/7 4 spots open on a 10hr trip targeting red snapper, African Pompano, cobia, yellowtail snapper, a mango snapper, plus a variety of other plegic and reef species. Causes $500 per person includes everything. 🚨🚨🚨FULL🚨🚨🚨Sunday 12/8 ⭐️⭐️3⭐️⭐️ spots open on a 10hr trip targeting red snapper, African Pompano, cobia, yellowtail snapper, a mango snapper, plus a variety of other plegic and reef species. Causes $500 per person includes everything.Monday 12/9 5 spots open on a 10hr trip targeting red snapper, African Pompano, cobia, yellowtail snapper, a mango snapper, plus a variety of other plegic and reef species. Causes $500 per person includes everything.Boat leaves from fisherman’s wharf marina in venice FlCall captain Mike at 941-306-9726 to book you trip today. ... See MoreSee Less
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