Blue Water Connection – Reelistic
Blue Water Connection is your chance to experience one of the premier fishing charters in Panama City Beach. The crew consists of Captain Justin Steele and Jimmy Barton. Book a trip with them and find and make this corner of Florida your next fishing destination.
You'll fish aboard the Realistic, a 60’ Sportfishing boat designed for getting anglers to the very best offshore sportfishing spots. The boat is fully equipped with all the latest gear for your sportfishing adventure. It's kept in pristine condition from head to toe, with a kitchen, air-conditioned living area, and two heads cleaned before every single trip. Looking for cleanliness, quality equipment, and great fishing? This is the boat for you.
The latest top-of-the-line tackle is supplied on every trip, as well as a range of artificial lures for your convenience. Feel free to bring your kids on board, and show them what fishing is all about! Spend some quality family time and make some amazing memories that will last a lifetime.
Blue Water Connection offers a wide range of fishing trips. Nearshore trips will see you fishing for Mackerel and Bonito, while longer trips will take you to the deeper waters to target Blue and White Marlin, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and Wahoo. You can also try an offshore bottom fishing trip, targeting tasty Snapper and Grouper, as well as the rod-bending Amberjack (when in season).
All you need to bring is some snacks and drinks, as well as some sun protection so you can thoroughly enjoy your day. Bring your sense of adventure and you’re all set!
Come have some serious fun and explore some of the most prolific waters in the area with Blue Water Connection!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (119)
+116Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Appropriate for children
96%
Friendly captain
99%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
99%
Jul 29, 2025
6 hour (AM) Summer (6/1)-(9/30)
Great fishing trip!
Roger was so patient with my 9y/o grandson and my 83y/o father! We had the best time. Boat was clean and neat. They worked with me with rescheduling as I scheduled completely wrong, but they were flexible and worked us in last minute. We are so grateful. This was our second trip with them and would definitely use them again.
Roger was so patient with my 9y/o grandson and my 83y/o father! We had the best time. Boat was clean and neat. They worked...
Jul 22, 2025
6 hour (AM) Summer (6/1)-(9/30)
Great family trip
We had a party of 9. Steve and Brandon were great. Brandon was all over the deck and did a great job keeping the rods going. Brandon was very patient with us beginner anglers and took time to work with the kids. It was great overall trip and we will definitely do it again with this team.
We had a party of 9. Steve and Brandon were great. Brandon was all over the deck and did a great job keeping the rods going. Brandon...
Jul 1, 2025
8 hour (AM) summer (6/1)-(9/30)
Perfect day of fishing!
Had an incredible day out with Blue Water Connection - Reelistic. We caught plenty of snapper and grouper, and a few other types of fish. The fish were biting nonstop throughout the entire trip. The crew was awesome, they knew the waters extremely well and were very helpful with everyone on board, quick to help and patient with the new folks. We had a great time and would go out with them again. Highly recommend if you're looking for a great day on the water!
Had an incredible day out with Blue Water Connection - Reelistic. We caught plenty of snapper and grouper, and a few other types...
Apr 25, 2025
8 Hour Trip (AM)
Bachelor Party Fishing Trip - Great Time!
Took an 8-hour trip, and it was a great time. The captain and deckhand were phenomenal! We had 9 grown men and plenty of room to fish comfortably. Trolled as we went out and back in, which left about 6 hours to bottom fishing. Caught Amberjack, Red Snapper, B-Liners, Triggerfish, Red Grouper, and more. It was fun and a great experience. Would probably do a 6-hour trip next time. Highly recommend!
Took an 8-hour trip, and it was a great time. The captain and deckhand were phenomenal! We had 9 grown men and plenty of room...
Jul 19, 2025
8 hour 1:30 (pm)
Great Trip
Our company had an awesome trip with these guys. Had a beautiful day on the water, caught lots of different species of fish. The boat is in great condition and very clean. Would highly recommend going on a trip with them!
Our company had an awesome trip with these guys. Had a beautiful day on the water, caught lots of different species of fish. The...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (119)
+116Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Appropriate for children
96%
Friendly captain
99%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
99%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great fishing trip!
6 hour (AM) Summer (6/1)-(9/30) on July 29, 2025
Roger was so patient with my 9y/o grandson and my 83y/o father! We had the best time. Boat was clean and neat. They worked with me with rescheduling as I scheduled completely wrong, but they were flexible and worked us in last minute. We are so grateful. This was our second trip with them and would definitely use them again.
Roger was so patient with my 9y/o grandson and my 83y/o father! We had the best time. Boat was clean and neat. They worked with me with rescheduling as I scheduled completely wrong, but they were flexible and worked us in last minute. We are so grateful. This was our second trip with them and would definitely use them again.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great family trip
6 hour (AM) Summer (6/1)-(9/30) on July 22, 2025
We had a party of 9. Steve and Brandon were great. Brandon was all over the deck and did a great job keeping the rods going. Brandon was very patient with us beginner anglers and took time to work with the kids. It was great overall trip and we will definitely do it again with this team.
We had a party of 9. Steve and Brandon were great. Brandon was all over the deck and did a great job keeping the rods going. Brandon was very patient with us beginner anglers and took time to work with the kids. It was great overall trip and we will definitely do it again with this team.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Perfect day of fishing!
8 hour (AM) summer (6/1)-(9/30) on July 1, 2025
Had an incredible day out with Blue Water Connection - Reelistic. We caught plenty of snapper and grouper, and a few other types of fish. The fish were biting nonstop throughout the entire trip. The crew was awesome, they knew the waters extremely well and were very helpful with everyone on board, quick to help and patient with the new folks. We had a great time and would go out with them again. Highly recommend if you're looking for a great day on the water!
Had an incredible day out with Blue Water Connection - Reelistic. We caught plenty of snapper and grouper, and a few other types of fish. The fish were biting nonstop throughout the entire trip. The crew was awesome, they knew the waters extremely well and were very helpful with everyone on board, quick to help and patient with the new folks. We had a great time and would go out with them again. Highly recommend if you're looking for a great day on the water!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Bachelor Party Fishing Trip - Great Time!
8 Hour Trip (AM) on April 25, 2025
Took an 8-hour trip, and it was a great time. The captain and deckhand were phenomenal! We had 9 grown men and plenty of room to fish comfortably. Trolled as we went out and back in, which left about 6 hours to bottom fishing. Caught Amberjack, Red Snapper, B-Liners, Triggerfish, Red Grouper, and more. It was fun and a great experience. Would probably do a 6-hour trip next time. Highly recommend!
Took an 8-hour trip, and it was a great time. The captain and deckhand were phenomenal! We had 9 grown men and plenty of room to fish comfortably. Trolled as we went out and back in, which left about 6 hours to bottom fishing. Caught Amberjack, Red Snapper, B-Liners, Triggerfish, Red Grouper, and more. It was fun and a great experience. Would probably do a 6-hour trip next time. Highly recommend!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great Trip
8 hour 1:30 (pm) on July 19, 2025
Our company had an awesome trip with these guys. Had a beautiful day on the water, caught lots of different species of fish. The boat is in great condition and very clean. Would highly recommend going on a trip with them!
Our company had an awesome trip with these guys. Had a beautiful day on the water, caught lots of different species of fish. The boat is in great condition and very clean. Would highly recommend going on a trip with them!
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