Episode 160: Capt. Jonathan "Stump" Hamilton - Homosassa Fishing Co.

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Hobbies, Leisure, Sports, Education, Wilderness

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🗓️ 11 March 2026

⏱️ 90 minutes

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Capt. Jonathan “Stump” Hamilton is a respected fishing guide based in Homosassa, known for his deep roots in Florida’s outdoor heritage and his expertise on the shallow flats of the state’s Nature Coast. A 7th-generation Floridian, Hamilton grew up immersed in the traditions of hunting and fishing, learning the waters around Homosassa from an early age and developing a lifelong connection to the region’s coastal ecosystems. With more than 15 years of professional guiding experience, Hamilton has built a reputation for technical sight-fishing and fly fishing in the crystal-clear flats of the Gulf Coast. He specializes in targeting tarpon on fly, while also guiding clients for species such as redfish, snook, speckled trout, and shallow-water grouper. Hamilton operates guided trips throughout the Homosassa area—from nearby grass flats to offshore waters—offering both fly-fishing and conventional tackle experiences. His charters are known for blending modern angling techniques with traditional “Old Florida” culture, including the well-known Homosassa shore lunch, where fresh-caught fish are prepared and enjoyed along the water. Beyond fishing, Hamilton remains active in the local guiding community. He has served with the Homosassa Guides Association, helping preserve the region’s long-standing guiding traditions. In addition to his work on the water, he also guides quail hunts during the winter months at a family preserve in Florida, reflecting his broader background as an outdoorsman. Known by the nickname “Stump,” Hamilton is recognized for his knowledge of tidal patterns, fish behavior, and the unique estuaries of Florida’s Nature Coast. His approach combines local tradition, conservation awareness, and a passion for sharing the outdoors with anglers of all skill levels.

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1:05.3	We broke everything. We broke lines. We broke hooks. We broke rods. We broke our minds. We broke marriages. We broke the whole thing.
1:18.0	I knocked another arrow and he turned around the other way and I shot him going through the other way. So I double lunged him both ways.
1:25.0	But it was nothing for us to paddle an air mattress out into government cut.
1:29.8	I got him on. All right now. We're going to teach him a lesson. I'm just an old guy that likes
1:36.2	to fish. I'm not quitting yet. And he said, well, who the hell do you think you are, Sue App? And I said,
1:42.9	that's exactly who I am.
1:45.8	Life's journey to the grave should not be one arriving with a pretty well-preserved body,
1:51.2	but rather skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly torn out, thoroughly used up, proclaiming wildly.
1:59.9	Wow, what a ride there's something fishy going on here um we really We really appreciate you coming onto the podcast and being here in Brooksville because it's really a great sense of old Florida.
2:30.2	You know, it's quiet. The Big Oak, Spanish moss, simple streets. Tell me a little bit about
2:38.5	your relationship with this town. You grew up here. You're from a big cattle family. Obviously,
2:45.2	you're a fishing guide. You're part of the Guides Association. So you have a big presence
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