The Captain Behind Every Great Trip

Captain Damian Picciano has spent the last 26 years doing what most people only dream about — running offshore into the Gulf of Mexico for a living.

Based out of Siesta Key, one of Florida's most celebrated barrier islands, Captain Damian built Siesta Key Sport Fishing Charters from the ground up. What started as a deep passion for offshore fishing became a full career dedicated to sharing that experience with anyone willing to step on board — from first-timers who've never held a rod to seasoned anglers chasing their next trophy.

With over two decades of reading Gulf currents, tracking seasonal fish migrations, and mastering the offshore grounds off Sarasota's coast, Captain Damian brings a depth of local knowledge that simply can't be replicated. He knows where the Tuna school up in fall, where the Grouper stack on deep ledges, and where to find Cobia cruising the surface in spring. That knowledge is what separates a good day from a great one.

Captain Damian's credentials are fully verified, and his reputation on FishingBooker and Google reflects what every angler finds when they step aboard — a professional who genuinely cares about making your day on the water unforgettable.

"I want every person who steps on my boat to leave with a smile, a cooler full of fish, and a story worth telling. This isn't just a job — it's my life, and I treat every trip like it matters. Because it does." — Captain Damian Picciano

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⚓ 26 Years of Offshore Experience

✔ USCG Licensed Captain

✔ ID & Credentials Verified on FishingBooker

⏱ Responds Within the Hour

♿ ADA Accessible Vessel

👨‍👩‍👧 Child & Family Friendly