Captain
Steve Bates

Member since August 2023 Bayport, United States
Background
Captain Steve Bates, a native Floridian with over 35 years of fishing experience, has turned his childhood hobby into a lifelong obsession. From freshwater lakes and rivers to the Gulf of Mexico and the Florida Keys, he has mastered the art of fishing! Steve's life passion is to put you on the fish, whether stalking Redfish or catching Grouper in the deep waters. Join him on an inspiring fishing adventure to create cherished memories and experience the thrill of the catch!
Techniques
Live bait, lures, fly

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Bayport, Verenigde Staten
Background
Captain Steve Bates, a native Floridian with over 35 years of fishing experience, has turned his childhood hobby into a lifelong obsession. From freshwater lakes and rivers to the Gulf of Mexico and the Florida Keys, he has mastered the art of fishing! Steve's life passion is to put you on the fish, whether stalking Redfish or catching Grouper in the deep waters. Join him on an inspiring fishing adventure to create cherished memories and experience the thrill of the catch!
Techniques
Live bait, lures, fly
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My Charter Listing

Native Cracker Charters

State licensed
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(10 reviews)
Bayport
Trips from US $450

Customer reviews

Beoordelingsoverzicht
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 11 reviews
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Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (17)
Epic day
Had a Great trip!
Had a Great trip!
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Beoordeling van Vissers
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
82%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Chad O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Algemeen

Epic day

GECONTROLEERD   Half Day Trip โ€“ Inshore on Maart 27, 2025
Steve was amazing, and so kind and patient. He had us on fish all day, non-stop action. I had my 3 young sons with me and they...
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The captain canceled

GECONTROLEERD   Juli 27, 2025
The charter operator canceled 2 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Rick S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Algemeen

Had a Great trip!

GECONTROLEERD   Half Day Trip โ€“ Inshore on Januari 3, 2025
Lots of fish! Will book again.
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Ricky L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Algemeen

Steve is amazing!!

GECONTROLEERD   Half Day Trip โ€“ Inshore on September 23, 2024
We had a wonderful trip. Steve was so knowledgeable. Will definitely book with Native Cracker Charters again.
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Melissa P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Algemeen

Highly Recommended Fishing

GECONTROLEERD   Half Day Trip โ€“ Inshore on December 23, 2023
We had a great fishing experience with captain Steve.ย  Caught some delicious fish and had a great time even though conditions...
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