About FloridaFish.com
We're on a mission to become Florida's definitive real-time fishing intelligence platform — connecting anglers with the data, community, and resources they need to fish smarter every single day.
The Real-Time Authority for Florida Fishing
Florida is home to some of the world's greatest fishing — 1,350 miles of coastline, 7,700+ freshwater lakes, and over 700 species of fish. Yet for too long, anglers have had to piece together information from scattered sources, outdated guides, and word-of-mouth. FloridaFish.com changes that.
We aggregate real-time reports, expert knowledge, live conditions data, and a passionate community into one powerful platform — so every angler, from weekend warrior to seasoned pro, can make smarter decisions on the water.
How We Got Here
From a weekend side project to Florida's leading fishing intelligence platform.
The Idea
Frustrated by scattered, outdated fishing information, a group of Tampa Bay anglers started building a better solution on weekends.
First Reports
Launched a simple real-time catch reporting system. Within 90 days, over 500 anglers were submitting daily reports.
Species Database
Expanded to include a comprehensive species intelligence database covering 50+ Florida game fish with expert-written guides.
Charter Marketplace
Partnered with 200+ licensed charter captains across Florida to build the state's most complete booking marketplace.
Interactive Map
Launched the live fishing map with real-time conditions overlays, 2,500+ spots, and community-submitted data.
Full Platform
Reached 18,000 active anglers. Launched video library, trip planner, tide charts, and community forums.
Our Values
Six principles that guide every decision we make.
Real-Time First
Stale data costs anglers time and money. Every feature we build prioritizes live, up-to-the-minute information.
Community-Driven
Our best data comes from anglers on the water. We build tools that make it easy to share knowledge and give back.
Conservation Minded
We love Florida's fisheries and work to protect them. Every regulation, every guide, every report reinforces responsible angling.
Accessible to All
Whether you're a first-time angler or a seasoned tournament pro, FloridaFish.com has something valuable for you.
Passion-Powered
We're anglers ourselves. This platform is built with genuine love for the sport and deep respect for Florida's waters.
Expert-Backed
Our content is reviewed by professional guides, marine biologists, and tournament champions — not just generated by algorithms.
Meet the Crew
Anglers, engineers, and conservationists united by a love for Florida fishing.
Marcus Rivera
Co-Founder & CEO
Tampa Bay native and lifelong angler. Former marine biologist turned tech entrepreneur. Holds 3 Florida state fishing records.
Sarah Chen
Co-Founder & CTO
Full-stack engineer and avid fly fisher. Built the original reporting system in her garage. Passionate about data and conservation.
Captain Dave Holloway
Head of Content
25-year Keys charter captain and IGFA-certified guide. Brings unmatched on-the-water expertise to every piece of content.
Jenna Morales
Community Director
Tournament angler and fishing educator. Runs our ambassador program and manages relationships with 500+ charter captains.
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FloridaFish.com is only as good as the community behind it. Every report, every tip, every photo makes the platform better for everyone.
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