Offshore Gulf Running: Target Grouper, Tuna and Sharks from Nokomis to 40 Miles Out

NOKOMIS FISHING FIELD GUIDE

Offshore Gulf Running: Target Grouper, Tuna and Sharks from Nokomis to 40 Miles Out

A full-day offshore deep‑sea charter from Nokomis that lays out where you’ll fish, what you’ll catch, and what to bring for a 10‑hour drift or run under Captain Tom Bailas’s guidance.

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Offshore Gulf Running: Target Grouper, Tuna and Sharks from Nokomis to 40 Miles Out.

Duration
10 Hours
Location
Nokomis
Operator
TNT Fishing Charters Venice
Category
Fishing
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Head offshore from Nokomis into the Gulf of Mexico for a full day of deep‑sea charter fishing where calm local seas, a variety of reef and pelagic habitat, and four decades of local guidance by Captain Tom Bailas shape the day’s work—whether you’re chasing grouper on ledges or running into migrating kingfish and tuna.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE GUIDE

Local knowledge led by Captain Tom Bailas

A Florida native and fisherman for over 40 years, Captain Tom brings the experience and routing judgment that put you on the fish across reefs, rock piles and ledges in these waters.

THE CATCH

A broad target list from grouper to sharks

The charter targets a wide range of species—Grouper, Snapper, Amberjack, Kingfish, Mackerel, Tuna, Mahi‑Mahi and Sharks—giving anglers options for reef and open‑water tactics.

THE STRUCTURE

Reefs, wrecks and ledges: the Gulf’s fishy architecture

Natural and artificial reefs, rock piles, deep ledges and shipwrecks combine offshore to create habitat for reef species while nearby pelagic grounds host migrating schools—productive structure for a day offshore.

What the day feels like

What the day feels like

Expect a ten‑hour day that moves from transit to concentrated fishing on structure and open‑water grounds: lines in for reef species over wrecks and rocky ledges, and runs to pelagic water when the bite calls for it. Captain Tom provides tackle, bait and licensing, and works the grounds to put you on the best targets the Gulf offers.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this trip suits—and when to consider an alternative.

1
Novice anglersWell suited: the charter provides bait, tackle and licensing and is described as appropriate for novices as well as experts.
2
Experienced anglersIdeal: experienced anglers can fish reef and pelagic tactics for a wide species mix including grouper, amberjack and pelagics.
3
Groups & social anglersGood match: the operator supplies gear and allows alcoholic beverages, making it straightforward to provision food and drinks for a group.
4
Those sensitive to rough seasConsiderations apply: offshore fishing is weather dependent—if seas are too big the charter will fish the Bay instead to avoid rough conditions offshore.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Duration

10 hours

What to bring

Bring sunscreen, drinks and food; alcoholic beverages are allowed.

Gear & licenses

All bait, tackle and licenses are provided by the captain; your catch will be cleaned and bagged at no extra charge.

Meeting location

TBA

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the trip?

The offshore charter is a 10‑hour trip.

Is gear provided?

Yes—bait, tackle and all required licenses are provided by Captain Tom.

What should I bring?

Bring sunscreen, drinks and food; alcoholic beverages are allowed.

What species might we catch?

Targets include Grouper, Snapper, Amberjack, Kingfish, Mackerel, Tuna, Mahi‑Mahi and Sharks, among others.

What happens if the offshore seas are too rough?

If waves are too big offshore the charter will fish the Bay where it is calmer.

Will my catch be cleaned?

Yes—your catch will be cleaned and bagged at no extra charge.

Where do we meet?

The meeting location is listed as TBA.