Just Reel 

5.0/5 (7 reviews)
 5705 Hopedale Highway, St. Bernard, LA 70085, United States

Just Reel 

St. Bernard, LA, United States
25 ft
4
5.0/5 (7 reviews)

If you're going to cast a line in St. Bernard, look no further than Just Reel. With Captain Joe at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

These waters are home to Black Drum, Cobia, Flounder, Scamp Grouper, Redfish, Mangrove Snapper, Red Snapper, Speckled Trout, Spotted Seatrout, and more if conditions allow. You'll target your catch by spinning, popping, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Just Reel is a child-friendly charter service, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Also, remember to bring snacks!

Your fishing machine for the day is a 25' Blazer Bay boat that holds up to 6 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided. Live bait is included, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

You will need to purchase a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

You can't go wrong when you bring bottled water, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

If you have any questions about fishing with Just Reel, you can send Capt. Joe a message down below.

If you're going to cast a line in St. Bernard, look no further than Just Reel. With Captain Joe at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

These waters are home to Black Drum, Cobia, Flounder, Scamp Grouper, Redfish, Mangrove Snapper, Red Snapper, Speckled Trout, Spotted Seatrout, and more if conditions allow. You'll target your catch by spinning, popping, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Just Reel is a child-friendly charter service, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Also, remember to bring snacks!

Your fishing machine for the day is a 25' Blazer Bay boat that holds up to 6 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided. Live bait is included, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

You will need to purchase a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

You can't go wrong when you bring bottled water, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

If you have any questions about fishing with Just Reel, you can send Capt. Joe a message down below.

Joe Ventrello
Captain
Joe Ventrello
18 years of experience
responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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6-7Hour Trip Inshore – For 2 People
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
Speckled Trout
US $900
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6-7Hour Trip Inshore – For 3 People
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Black Drum
Redfish
Sheepshead
Speckled Trout
US $1,050
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Offshore snapper trip– For 4 People
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 1
Snapper (Red)
US $1,800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

5.0
7 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Jared Green
Jared Green
us
Louisiana, US
Member since 2025
5.0
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Great trip!
4 Hour Inshore Trip PM – 3 People on August 23, 20251 adult2 children

Captain Joe was a wonderful guide. We caught a 3 man limit of redfish in less than an hour. I took my two boys, 8 & 6, and they had a great time and Captain Joe was great to work with.

Richard Fox
Richard Fox
Member since 2023
5.0
Fishing with Captain Joe
6-7Hour Trip Inshore – For 2 People on May 18, 2024

This was a great experience. We had an excellent day of fishing. I thoroughly enjoyed fishing with Captain Joe we were fortunate to catch some really good Redfish. Captain Joe was a total professional and extremely friendly and helpful. He knew the area very well and put me on the fish. I would 100% recommend fishing with him and look forward to doing it again.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Joe Ventrello
Response from Captain

Some days you just have to get the bait in the water to make it happen!

Mike Bredlaw
Mike Bredlaw
Member since 2024
5.0
2 days with captain Joe Ventrello
6-7Hour Trip Inshore – For 3 People on March 25, 2024

Joe is a very experienced guide who pays great attention to detail. He helped put me on my new personal best fish several times over the past 7 years I've fished with him. Can't wait to get back on his boat!!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Joe Ventrello
Response from Captain

Long time client I look forward to seeing every year!

Joshua Rivet
Joshua Rivet
Member since 2024
5.0
Full Day Charters Inshore or Offshore
6-7Hour Trip Inshore – For 3 People on May 1, 2024

Joe makes it fun for everyone. He's patient with my kids and friends who I bring on the charters. It's always a laid back fun trip that always produces fish! Highly recommend!

Reported catch:
Cobia
Flounder
Scamp Grouper
Speckled Trout
+4
Joe Ventrello
Response from Captain

Love it when kids get to enjoy great days on the water!

Brandi Van Cour
Brandi Van Cour
Member since 2024
5.0
Fishing with Captain Joe
4 Hour Inshore Trip PM – 3 People on September 2, 2023

Our family has done several trips with Captain Joe. He is easy to book with, communicates well, and makes sure we have a great time, every time. He is very knowledgeable and knows where to take us to make sure we don’t come back empty handed. The kids always have a blast and look forward to our trips. Highly recommend Captain Joe!

Reported catch:
Black Drum
Redfish
Red Snapper
Speckled Trout
Joe Ventrello
Response from Captain

Long time friends that have turned into family. Always looking forward to having them out for fun days on the water!

FAQs about Just Reel

Just Reel offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $900 per group - 6-7Hour Trip Inshore – For 2 People (7 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - 6-7Hour Trip Inshore – For 3 People (7 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group - Offshore snapper trip– For 4 People (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Just Reel, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Just Reel include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is provided on all inshore trips with the exception of the sight fishing trip. )
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (All fish cleaning is done at the end of the trip and will be bagged in gallon bags. Be sure to bring a cooler. Limited ice is available to top off your cooler as you leave.)
Just Reel offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (We travel between 55-70 miles out depending on target species )
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Just Reel offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Just Reel include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Scamp)
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Joe Ventrello
Joe Ventrello
Joe Ventrello

St. Bernard, Louisiana, United States

7 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2024

Capt. Joe Ventrello is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of St. Bernard, Louisiana. Keep your eyes peeled for Mangrove Snapper, Scamp Grouper as you try your hand at bottom fishing, spinning, jigging, and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

7 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2024

Capt. Joe Ventrello is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of St. Bernard, Louisiana. Keep your eyes peeled for Mangrove Snapper, Scamp Grouper as you try your hand at bottom fishing, spinning, jigging, and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Redfish
Redfish

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2021
Boat manufacturer
Blazer Bay
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
55 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
We travel between 55-70 miles out depending on target species
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Wireless trolling motor
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is provided on all inshore trips with the exception of the sight fishing trip.
Catch cleaning & filleting
All fish cleaning is done at the end of the trip and will be bagged in gallon bags. Be sure to bring a cooler. Limited ice is available to top off your cooler as you leave.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
Kids are always welcome on any trip! It is parent discretion on what age they feel comfortable having them on the boat.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in St. Bernard right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
CobiaCobia
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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