Captain's Biography

Captain T.J. Stewart of Castaway Charters, Inc. is a native Floridian who grew up in Bradenton on the Braden River, and therefore, is passionate about fishing on the Gulf Coast. Captain T.J. has been exploring the waters of Tampa Bay since he was 3 years old, and has been guiding anglers of all skill levels throughout the Tampa Bay area since 2000 when he became a full-time fishing guide. Castaway Charters, Inc. specializes in inshore fishing with light tackle and near-shore fishing with medium-light tackle.

No matter what you want to catch; tarpon, snook, redfish, trout, shark, or other species, Captain TJ has the local knowledge and years of experience to put you on trophy fish with consistency. You can be sure that Captain T.J. will work hard, no matter what the weather conditions might be, to give you a day on the water that you'll never forget.

Captain T.J. also participates in tournaments and many charity events such as the Mercury Grand Slam Celebrity Fishing Tournament to aid in the fight against pediatric cancer, the John Tortorella Celebrity Fishing Tournament to raise money for the Child Abuse Council, The Children's Home, Inc., and the Lighting Foundation, as well as, the Professional Tarpon Tournament Series in Boca Grande, FL.

When Captain T.J. is not fishing, which is very rare, you will still find him within a couple hundred feet of the water. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Mitzi, and Labrador Retriever, Lola. He also enjoys leisure boating, working out at the gym, and spending time with friends.

Castaway Charters, Inc. is available for individual, group, and corporate trips so jump aboard and enjoy all of the adventures fishing has to offer with one of the most knowledgeable and enjoyable charter captains on the west coast of Florida, Captain T.J. Stewart.

Cast Away Charters, Inc.
Tampa Bay – Bradenton – Sarasota – Boca Grande
941-737-5985
CaptainTJStewart@yahoo.com

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