Reel Knowledge Fishing(FishGuarant) 

4.9/5 (268 reviews)
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State licensed
 1105 10th Street, Sarasota, FL 34236, United States

Reel Knowledge Fishing(FishGuarant) 

 
State licensed
4.9/5 (268)
 Angler's Choice
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1105 10th Street
Sarasota, FL, United States
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“Reel Knowledge Fishing” offers exciting adventures on the waters surrounding Sarasota, Florida. If you're looking for a memorable day out, fishing with an experienced and professional guide, Captain Josh Harris is your man. He works hard to provide excellent service while putting you on the fish of your dreams!

Your vessel for the day is a 23' Nauticstar Tournament Edition saltwater fishing boat, with a T-Top for shade, which can comfortably accommodate up to 4 anglers. She’s outfitted with the latest in navigational electronics, including GPS and Fishfinder, as well as a live well and ice box to keep your catch fresh.

You’ll explore the Sun Coast's beautiful waters in search of a variety of delicious inshore and nearshore fish. Explore the backcountry and flats and you'll hook into the likes of Snook, Redfish, and spotted sea trout as well as many other inshore and near shore species.

Capt. Josh brings along all the gear and live bait you need for a successful day. If you decide to keep any of your catch, he’ll clean and fillet it for you after you’ve returned to the dock. Bring along any drinks and snacks you’d like to enjoy and you’re ready to head out!

Experience an incredible day of fishing in Sarasota’s waters with Reel Knowledge Fishing!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 268 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (744)

Awesome Day!
October fishing trip
October fishing trip
+741

Angler rating

255
11
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

99%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

98%

Showing 1 - 5 of 268 reviews
Showing: 5 of 268 reviews
Robert Janson
Robert Janson
5.0
Verified
Go with Reel Knowledge and Captain Josh!
Single Angler Fishing Lesson on January 14, 20252 adults
I recently moved to Sarasota from up North where I had a lot of fishing experience on the Chesapeake Bay but no experience in FL. I sought out a guide who was willing to teach local fishing and not just take me out for a day. Josh was the man! He got what I was trying to accomplish and totally delivered. He was patient with all my questions and totally unselfish in sharing knowledge on equipment, techniques and fishing spots. In about 3 hours I caught 7 nice fish in 4 different species which Josh helped me identify (Spotted Sea Trout, Snook, Flounder and Sheep Head). I am now confident I can go out and do it myself. But also if you just want to go out for a great day of fishing and to just let it happen Josh is the man! I highly recommend Reel Knowledge.
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Reported catch:
Snook
Spotted Seatrout
Response from Captain
January 16, 2025
Tough bite but glad we were able to get on a few. Thanks again.
1
Ryan Dougherty
Ryan Dougherty
5.0
Verified
Sign me up again
2-Hour Inshore A.M. on July 24, 20252 adults1 child
Took a 2hr charter because of unsure people’s stomach. Captain was a great guy and checked to make sure everyone was feeling great. We all learned about the types of fish we were going to catch and the technique on how to catch them. Definitely family friendly and also ready for a guys outing. Afterwards he took the time to prepare the fish for a local restaurant to prepare if we chose. Only complaint not enough time. 👍🏻
Reported catch:
Redfish
Response from Captain
July 25, 2025
Thanks again guys!! Can't wait until next time.
1
Boston Taylor
Boston Taylor
5.0
Verified
Targeted species caught!
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 22, 20252 adults
Capt. Josh was fantastic! He took care of all of our wants as far as our half day fishing trip was concerned. The tide was not ideal, but we still caught several speckled trout, even a couple double hook-ups! We moved to a different location and were able to boat a few under slot reds. We would definitely fish with Capt. Josh again!! Thanks for a very nice memorable fishing day!!!
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Reported catch:
Spotted Seatrout
Redfish
Response from Captain
May 23, 2025
Kinda slow bite with tides but we were able to catch a few nice ones.
0
Brian Obrien
Brian Obrien
5.0
Verified
New
Awesome Day!
Half Day Trip (AM) on November 7, 20252 adults
Great day with Captain Josh. We went out for 4 hours starting at 8:30. We caught snook, trout, mackarel, and others. Josh was a great captain and instructor. Would love to go out with him again.
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Reported catch:
Snook
Spotted Seatrout
Flounder
Response from Captain
November 9, 2025
Thanks for a great day guys!!
0
Derrick Robertson
Derrick Robertson
5.0
Verified
Excellent Trip with Josh
2-Hour Inshore A.M. on July 23, 20254 adults
We had 4 people attend our trip with Captain Josh. All of us caught multiple fish and had a great time on the water. Josh was super friendly, knowledgeable, & patient with us. He was very engaged and ensured all of us were having an enjoyable time. Josh took us to multiple locations to fish and was able to comfortably get us situated with all of the gear
Reported catch:
Snook
Black Drum
Spotted Seatrout
Redfish
+1
Response from Captain
July 25, 2025
Had a great time with new friends!! Thanks again guys.
0

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2-Hour Inshore A.M.
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Oct 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
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US $300 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
2-Hour Inshore (PM)
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2 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
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US $300 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Hurricane Special
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Sep 9
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US $400 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Single Angler Fishing Lesson
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $400 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $450 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
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US $450 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Tarpon Trip (AM)
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5 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $1,000 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Tarpon Trip (P.M)
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5 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 268 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (744)

Awesome Day!
October fishing trip
October fishing trip
+741

Angler rating

255
11
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

99%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

98%

Showing 1 - 5 of 268 reviews
Showing: 5 of 268 reviews
Robert Janson
Robert Janson
5.0
Verified
Go with Reel Knowledge and Captain Josh!
Single Angler Fishing Lesson on January 14, 20252 adults
I recently moved to Sarasota from up North where I had a lot of fishing experience on the Chesapeake Bay but no experience in FL. I sought out a guide who was willing to teach local fishing and not just take me out for a day. Josh was the man! He got what I was trying to accomplish and totally delivered. He was patient with all my questions and totally unselfish in sharing knowledge on equipment, techniques and fishing spots. In about 3 hours I caught 7 nice fish in 4 different species which Josh helped me identify (Spotted Sea Trout, Snook, Flounder and Sheep Head). I am now confident I can go out and do it myself. But also if you just want to go out for a great day of fishing and to just let it happen Josh is the man! I highly recommend Reel Knowledge.
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Snook
Spotted Seatrout
Response from Captain
January 16, 2025
Tough bite but glad we were able to get on a few. Thanks again.
1
Ryan Dougherty
Ryan Dougherty
5.0
Verified
Sign me up again
2-Hour Inshore A.M. on July 24, 20252 adults1 child
Took a 2hr charter because of unsure people’s stomach. Captain was a great guy and checked to make sure everyone was feeling great. We all learned about the types of fish we were going to catch and the technique on how to catch them. Definitely family friendly and also ready for a guys outing. Afterwards he took the time to prepare the fish for a local restaurant to prepare if we chose. Only complaint not enough time. 👍🏻
Reported catch:
Redfish
Response from Captain
July 25, 2025
Thanks again guys!! Can't wait until next time.
1
Boston Taylor
Boston Taylor
5.0
Verified
Targeted species caught!
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 22, 20252 adults
Capt. Josh was fantastic! He took care of all of our wants as far as our half day fishing trip was concerned. The tide was not ideal, but we still caught several speckled trout, even a couple double hook-ups! We moved to a different location and were able to boat a few under slot reds. We would definitely fish with Capt. Josh again!! Thanks for a very nice memorable fishing day!!!
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Review media 1
Reported catch:
Spotted Seatrout
Redfish
Response from Captain
May 23, 2025
Kinda slow bite with tides but we were able to catch a few nice ones.
0
Brian Obrien
Brian Obrien
5.0
Verified
New
Awesome Day!
Half Day Trip (AM) on November 7, 20252 adults
Great day with Captain Josh. We went out for 4 hours starting at 8:30. We caught snook, trout, mackarel, and others. Josh was a great captain and instructor. Would love to go out with him again.
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Snook
Spotted Seatrout
Flounder
Response from Captain
November 9, 2025
Thanks for a great day guys!!
0
Derrick Robertson
Derrick Robertson
5.0
Verified
Excellent Trip with Josh
2-Hour Inshore A.M. on July 23, 20254 adults
We had 4 people attend our trip with Captain Josh. All of us caught multiple fish and had a great time on the water. Josh was super friendly, knowledgeable, & patient with us. He was very engaged and ensured all of us were having an enjoyable time. Josh took us to multiple locations to fish and was able to comfortably get us situated with all of the gear
Reported catch:
Snook
Black Drum
Spotted Seatrout
Redfish
+1
Response from Captain
July 25, 2025
Had a great time with new friends!! Thanks again guys.
0

FAQs about Reel Knowledge Fishing(FishGuarant)

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2017
Boat manufacturer
Nauticstar
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
2017 Yamaha 250 V-Max SHO
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots
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