Florida Fishing Charter Services
Inshore Fishing Charters
Explore the edge waters of West Central Florida on a guided fishing trip with Captain Jim Bourland on an ActionCraft Flatsmaster . Learn about the Gulf Coast waters, the available species and feeding habits all while targetting fish such as Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, Seatrout and more.
The Gulf of Mexico waters, Tampa Bay, and the grassflats and oyster bars of West Central Florida are some of the most fertile fishing area in the U.S. and offer year round heart pounding fishing action of all kinds.
To learn more about the types of fish you can catch, the inshore species of Florida, and how to plan for your inshore fishing charter with Captain Jim Bourland, view our Inshore Bookings Page or contact us using the form below.
Offshore Fishing Charters
OCEAN SPORTS CHARTERS provides offshore fishing charters, reaching the deep waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Large schools of bait and warmer temperatures drive trophy fish and game fish of all kinds to Gulf waters found off of the West coast of Florida. After twenty five years of fishing experience and thousands of coordinates under his belt, Captain Jim Bourland knows these waters and knows where all of the hotspots are, book your offshore trip below or view results of our previous trips in our gallery.
During your offshore fishing trip, depending on the season, you will have the opportunity to catch several types of Grouper, including Gag, Red, and Scamp Grouper, in addition to species like Lane Snapper, American Red Snapper, Hogfish and more. You can learn more about the species found off the coast of West Florida by visiting our Offshore Bookings Page or contact us using the form provided below.
Additional Services
Ceremonies & Offshore Signings
Ocean Sports Charters can provide offshore ceremonies and sea-scatterings in a dignified and caring manner. Please contact Captain Jim Bourland directly using the form below to learn more about our process and scheduling a ceremony or memorial.
In addition to ceremony services, OCEAN SPORTS CHARTERS can help facilitate contract signings that are required to take place outside of State waters. To learn more about this process or to schedule an offshore signing, please contact us using the form provided below.
Fishing & Boating Instruction
Learn how to properly navigate the waterways of Florida and develop the skills necessary to safely operate your own vessel with the professional guidance of Captain Jim Bourland.
Whether you are a beginner to boating, or a longtime boater that wants to take their knowledge even further, Captain Jim Bourland can create a custom tailored course specific to your current knowledge and needs.