Guide Certification for Jose Nunez - Sarasota Bay Fishing Charters

What This Certification Means for Your Trip

Jose Nunez holds a Guide Certification from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, issued in November 2024 and valid through November 2026. The document lists him as a Charter Captain with smoke permit privileges, which means he's authorized to run the private inshore fishing charters that Always N Adventure operates out of Sarasota Bay.

When you book a trip with Jose, you're getting someone who operates under this state certification. It's specific to the inshore waters around Sarasota and the charter captain duties involved in guiding anglers on the bay. The smoke permit allows him to run chartered fishing trips during designated seasons.

Your Trip on Sarasota Bay

Jose runs several different experiences depending on what you're after. A 2-hour early morning trip targets Snook, Redfish, and Speckled Sea Trout using artificial lures and bait along the grass flats and mangroves. These trips depart at 6:30 AM and are ideal if you want a quick, focused outing before heading off to other plans.

If you prefer more time on the water, the half-day guided trip runs 4 hours and covers the same species in Sarasota's inshore waters—perfect for anglers learning the basics or for those wanting to deepen their skills. Jose adapts the pace to your level, whether you're teaching kids to fish for the first time or hunting for multiple hookups throughout the morning.

For something different, the 2-hour sunset trip lets you fish as the light changes over Sarasota Bay, targeting the same species while soaking in the evening atmosphere. And if you're visiting during the May to August tarpon season, Jose offers a specialized 4-hour sunrise tarpon fishing trip—a high-energy hunt for the Silver King during peak migration.

What to Bring and Know Before You Go

Jose provides all the fishing gear you'll need: rods, reels, tackle, and live bait when used. Two coolers come aboard—one for drinks and snacks, the other for keeping your catch fresh. Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and your fishing license. Florida requires every angler to hold a valid fishing license; make sure yours covers saltwater and inshore fishing, and check the current regulations for catch limits on the species you're targeting in Sarasota Bay.

Dress for sun and water, and bring any personal items you might need. The half-day and full-day trips can get physical, so wear comfortable clothes you don't mind getting wet. Jose handles the navigation, the strategy, and the bait work—your job is to watch the water, set the hook when a fish hits, and enjoy the bay.

Family Trips and Customization

Always N Adventure welcomes families and first-time anglers. Half-day trips work well for kids and newcomers because the pace is relaxed and Jose adjusts based on the group's comfort level. If your family wants to skip the fishing and do a private boat tour with a stop at a secluded sandbar for swimming or wildlife watching, Jose can arrange that too—Sarasota Bay's back-waters offer dolphins, mangrove scenery, and quiet stops away from crowds.

For experienced anglers or groups with specific targets, Jose customizes trips around your goals. Want to chase tarpon during the season? Plan ahead. Prefer light-tackle fishing for trout and snapper on the shallow flats? That's his bread and butter. The key is letting Jose know what you're after when you book, so he can set up the boat and plan the day around your group's interests.