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Reel Screamers Guide Service 

4.9
(49 reviews)
 
State licensed
 259 Rosethorn Lane, Grand Isle, LA 70358, United States–

Reel Screamers Guide Service 

Grand Isle, LA, United States
–
24 ft
4
4.9
(49 reviews)

Reel Screamers Guide Service invites you for an exciting fishing adventure on Grand Isle, Louisiana. The charter operates full time and is owned and operated by Captain Daryl Carpenter who has fished the waters of Louisiana his entire life. He works with an extremely experienced and professional crew of fishermen who will make sure your day on the waters is fun and productive.

You will fish aboard a 24' Blazer Bay center console, originally built in 2007, and restored in 2016. The boat was repowered in 2019 with a brand-new, fuel-efficient 250 HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 55 knots. This speed makes it reliable in getting you to and from the targeted location in a satisfactory time frame.

The crew fishes year-round and they are dedicated to treating you as a customer, thus doing everything they can to make sure that you have a good time on the water. Their trips are tailored to your request, usually leaving the dock at or just before first light. Your targeted species on the inshore trip will be Black Drum, Mangrove Snapper, Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder, and Sheepshead.

You will spend the day interacting with the crew and soaking in nature, while the crew works their magic. They will give their all to try keeping your lines tight and your reels screaming. Once you return to the dock, you are free to relax in the shade, grab a delicious lunch, take a nap, or whatever tickles your fancy while the crew professionally cleans and fillets your catch.

Enjoy your day on the beautiful waters of Louisiana, and have a great fishing experience with Reel Screamers Guide Service!

Note: We have done everything we can to keep our prices as low as possible however the current economic environment has forced us to make some adjustments. Customers will be charged an additional $50 fuel surcharge as long as fuel prices remain above $4 a gallon.

Reel Screamers Guide Service invites you for an exciting fishing adventure on Grand Isle, Louisiana. The charter operates full time and is owned and operated by Captain Daryl Carpenter who has fished the waters of Louisiana his entire life. He works with an extremely experienced and professional crew of fishermen who will make sure your day on the waters is fun and productive.

You will fish aboard a 24' Blazer Bay center console, originally built in 2007, and restored in 2016. The boat was repowered in 2019 with a brand-new, fuel-efficient 250 HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 55 knots. This speed makes it reliable in getting you to and from the targeted location in a satisfactory time frame.

The crew fishes year-round and they are dedicated to treating you as a customer, thus doing everything they can to make sure that you have a good time on the water. Their trips are tailored to your request, usually leaving the dock at or just before first light. Your targeted species on the inshore trip will be Black Drum, Mangrove Snapper, Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder, and Sheepshead.

You will spend the day interacting with the crew and soaking in nature, while the crew works their magic. They will give their all to try keeping your lines tight and your reels screaming. Once you return to the dock, you are free to relax in the shade, grab a delicious lunch, take a nap, or whatever tickles your fancy while the crew professionally cleans and fillets your catch.

Enjoy your day on the beautiful waters of Louisiana, and have a great fishing experience with Reel Screamers Guide Service!

Note: We have done everything we can to keep our prices as low as possible however the current economic environment has forced us to make some adjustments. Customers will be charged an additional $50 fuel surcharge as long as fuel prices remain above $4 a gallon.

Reel Screamers Guide Service
Charter Operator
Reel Screamers Guide Service
23 years of experience

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
49 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (17)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
89%
Caught fish

Reviews (49)

  • Adam Barkalow
    Adam Barkalow
    us
    New Mexico, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Stellar trip, in lack luster weather.

    3 Person Fishing Trip – Inshore on March 24, 2024 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Daryl made the trip. Weather was not ideal....mostly wind, but Captain Daryl worked his tail off to get us into fish. He was a patient and competent teacher. Our family loved the experience, we will definitely be back. Give Daryl a call and talk to him you'll quickly realize he's the real deal, Cajun fish master.

  • Todd Morgan
    Todd Morgan
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day with Capt Daryl Carpenter

    2 Person Fishing Trip – Inshore on July 31, 2022 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Had a wonderful experience. Capt Daryl Carpenter was very patient with my 10 yr old son and I. An experience my son will never forget. I highly recommend Reel Screamers. We will be coming back as soon as we can.

  • M Boatright
    M Boatright
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2020
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    7 hour trip, Plenty of Trout

    2 Person Fishing Trip – Inshore on May 28, 2021 • 2 adults

    7 hour trip, Plenty of Large Trout caught on live shrimp and artificial lures. Had a couple run inns with catfish.

  • Elena Diez
    Elena Diez
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2020
    5.0
    Verified

    Best 25th Anniversary Adventure

    2 Person Fishing Trip – Inshore on October 19, 2020 • 2 adults

    We had the BEST time and will definitely book again!!

  • Shellie Burnskendricks
    Shellie Burnskendricks
    Member since 2018
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day of fishing

    2 Person Fishing Trip – Inshore on March 30, 2018 • 3 adults

    Captain Daryl really came through for the guys on our trip. The weather was less than favorable, but he still managed to find six great fish for our guys to catch. His communication on the trip was great. We were in close contact leading up to the day of fishing. He was courteous an thoughtful and we will definitely book with him again in the future. Shay

  • Jason Thompson
    Jason Thompson
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2018
    5.0
    Verified

    Real Exciting Time

    2 Person Fishing Trip – Inshore on June 5, 2018 • 4 adults

    Well Mother Nature was uncooperative on the day we were to head out. She delayed us for a couple of days. Today we were able to go and we HIGHLY enjoyed it. Capt. Daryl was very polite and knowledgeable. He put us on the fish very quickly. We/I highly recommend Reel Screamers Guide Services!! Rip 'sum Lips!!!

  • Dale  Query
    Dale Query
    Repeat angler
    us
    Arkansas, US
    Member since 2019
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Daryl

    2 Person Fishing Trip – Inshore on April 21, 2019 • 2 adults
  • Dustin Landry
    Dustin Landry
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2017
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Daryl

    2 Person Fishing Trip – Inshore on November 3, 2017 • 2 adults

    This was an awesome trip, captain hunter put us on the fish we were looking for and made the trip a blast!!! Definitely recommend this charter!!!

  • William Moore
    William Moore
    Repeat angler
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2016
    3 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Half day trip with blake

    2 Person Fishing Trip – Inshore on April 13, 2017 • 4 adults
  • Duell (tom) Wood
    Duell (tom) Wood
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    October fishing trip

    2 Person Fishing Trip – Inshore on October 27, 2025 • 2 adults

Rating

4.9
49 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (17)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
89%
Caught fish

All reviews (49)

Frequently mentioned
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Duell (Tom) Wood
Duell (Tom) Wood
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
October fishing trip
2 Person Fishing Trip – Inshore on October 27, 2025 • 2 adults

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Adam Barkalow
Adam Barkalow
us
New Mexico, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Stellar trip, in lack luster weather.
3 Person Fishing Trip – Inshore on March 24, 2024 • 2 adults • 1 child

Daryl made the trip. Weather was not ideal....mostly wind, but Captain Daryl worked his tail off to get us into fish. He was a patient and competent teacher. Our family loved the experience, we will definitely be back. Give Daryl a call and talk to him you'll quickly realize he's the real deal, Cajun fish master.

Reported catch:
Black Drum
Flounder
Speckled Trout
Sheepshead
Reel Screamers Guide Service
Response from Charter operator

Adam, thank you for the kind words. We really enjoyed having you, Walter kept me smiling once he got a little talkative. Enjoy the rest of your stay, look forward to seeing you again.

Dennis White
Dennis White
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Highly experienced guide that put us on the specks!
2 Person Fishing Trip – Inshore on August 6, 2025 • 2 adults

Capt Daryl made the trip most enjoyable & knows the area well. Hope to book another trip next spring.

Charles Stephens
Charles Stephens
us
Texas, US
Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
Great Family Learning Trip
3 Person Fishing Trip – Inshore on August 3, 2023 • 3 adults

Capt./Mr. Daryl was great for our particular fishing trip. He was patient and super helpful with my novice to fishing family. He did such a great job at putting us on fish. The true mark of a successful outing was when my family asked when can we do this again and soon! This was a blast! Thank you, Mr. Daryl!!

Derrick Dugas
Derrick Dugas
us
Louisiana, US
Member since 2025
4.7
Verified
April fishing trip
2 Person Fishing Trip – Inshore on April 26, 2025 • 2 adults

FAQs about Reel Screamers Guide Service

Reel Screamers Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $700 per group - 2 Person Fishing Trip – Inshore (6 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 3 Person Fishing Trip – Inshore (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 4 Person Fishing Trip – Inshore (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Reel Screamers Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Reel Screamers Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Additional charge for live bait)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is generally included on our trips)
Reel Screamers Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (In general our trips remain in the marshes and coastal areas. Your safety is our priority and experience has told us that it is not wise to venture offshore with a single power plant.)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Reel Screamers Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
Top targeted fish species with Reel Screamers Guide Service include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Speckled Trout

Your operator

Reel Screamers Guide Service
Reel Screamers Guide Service
Grand Isle, Louisiana, United States
4 Fishing Reports
49 Customer reviews
Typical response within 21 hours
Member since February 2017
Captain Daryl Carpenter is the owner and operator of Reel Screamers Guide Service. He has fished the freshwater spillways of south Louisiana since he was a boy. His desire to catch bigger fish had led him to the banks of the Gulf of Mexico where he found his personal haven and the bass boat was quickly sold. He then started the charter and grown it to a 3 boat operation offering inshore and nearshore trips.
Reel Screamers Guide Service
Reel Screamers Guide Service
4
reports
49
reviews
2017
member since
~22h
response
Captain Daryl Carpenter is the owner and operator of Reel Screamers Guide Service. He has fished the freshwater spillways of south Louisiana since he was a boy. His desire to catch bigger fish had led him to the banks of the Gulf of Mexico where he found his personal haven and the bass boat was quickly sold. He then started the charter and grown it to a 3 boat operation offering inshore and nearshore trips.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout

Real catches by this captain

  • Stellar trip, in lack luster weather.
    Adam B.
    Adam B.
  • Half day with Capt Daryl Carpenter
    Todd M.
    Todd M.
  • 7 hour trip, Plenty of Trout
    M B.
    M B.
  • Best 25th Anniversary Adventure
    Elena D.
    Elena D.
  • Fishing with Daryl
    Dale  .
    Dale .
  • Great day of fishing
    Shellie B.
    Shellie B.
  • Fishing with Daryl
    Dustin L.
    Dustin L.
  • Half day trip with blake
    William M.
    William M.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2007
Restored in
2024
Boat manufacturer
Blazer Bay
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
55 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Additional charge for live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning is generally included on our trips

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable
If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Children are always welcome. In the last 21 years we've had some wonderful trips that were centered around getting the kids involved. We try to amend the trip as necessary to keep them engaged as long as possible.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
 Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Grand Isle right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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