- Location
- Steinhatchee, Florida
- Trip Types
- Light-tackle inshore fishing; flats fishing; seasonal scalloping
- Phone
- 386-397-0774
John’s Guide Service is Captain John Dedge’s Steinhatchee charter business. The operation specializes in light-tackle inshore fishing and also offers scalloping, with a straightforward service page outlining prices and what guests should bring.
Contact and booking details
| Operator | John’s Guide Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Steinhatchee, Florida |
| Departure / address | Published address: 7 First Avenue Southeast, Steinhatchee, FL 32359. Confirm boarding instructions. |
| Phone | 386-397-0774 |
| Use the operator’s website or phone; no public email was confirmed in the reviewed pages. | |
| Website / reservations | Visit John’s Guide Service |
| Trip options | Light-tackle inshore fishing; flats fishing; seasonal scalloping |
Captain John and the fishing boat
The official site describes Dedge as having fished the Steinhatchee area for decades. Its gallery identifies a 20-foot Express used for flats fishing and shows catches including redfish, trout and Spanish mackerel.
The emphasis is on local inshore fishing rather than long offshore runs. Contact John about the best itinerary for your group and confirm the passenger limit, as the reviewed pages do not state a single maximum party size.
Rates and what is supplied
The published full-day fishing rate is $500. Fishing tackle, bait, safety gear and storage bins are provided, and the site says the captain’s license covers passengers. Guests may bring a favorite rod and reel but do not need to supply their own tackle.
Full-day scalloping is listed at $400. The service includes boat transportation, a diver flag, safety equipment and storage bins. Confirm the actual hours, passenger count and current seasonal availability for either outing.
What to bring and how to book
Fishing guests are asked to bring food and drinks, sunglasses, sunscreen, non-slip shoes, rainwear or warm layers as needed, and a cooler for fish. Scalloping guests should bring masks, snorkels, fins or water shoes and a collection bag; optional gloves and a small scoop net are also mentioned.
Call John or use the official inquiry form to arrange a date. Confirm the departure point and payment, fish-processing and cancellation arrangements before the trip. The published First Avenue address is a contact reference rather than a substitute for the captain’s boarding directions.
Details checked September 26, 2026, using the operator’s published information. Rates, boats, meeting points and policies can change; confirm the final trip details directly. Listed species describe possible targets, not a guaranteed catch or an open harvest season.
Sources and photos
Featured photo: John’s Guide Service guest holding a large fish across the bow. Photo from John’s Guide Service.