Captain
Mark Strickland

Member since March 2023 Crystal River, United States
Background
I grew up just a town away from Crystal River, and my family bought a house on the water when I was 14 years old. That’s when I got my first boat, and I’ve been fishing ever since. My goal is always to ensure a fun and safe time on the water for my guests. No matter your experience level, all are welcome!
Techniques
I enjoy several different fishing styles from inshore for trout and redfish throwing artificial and live bait to trolling and bottom fishing for grouper. And of course cooling off during the hot months with scalloping

Hey, I'm Captain Mark Strickland

Crystal River, United States
Background
I grew up just a town away from Crystal River, and my family bought a house on the water when I was 14 years old. That’s when I got my first boat, and I’ve been fishing ever since. My goal is always to ensure a fun and safe time on the water for my guests. No matter your experience level, all are welcome!
Techniques
I enjoy several different fishing styles from inshore for trout and redfish throwing artificial and live bait to trolling and bottom fishing for grouper. And of course cooling off during the hot months with scalloping
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(40 reviews)
Angler's choice
Crystal River
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Trips from US $400

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 40 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (23)
A Great Day of Scalloping
A Great Day of Scalloping
A great day for scalloping!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
88%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
97%
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Sherri W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Scalloping trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Scallop (PM) on July 23, 2025
Captain Mark was awesome!!! We were originally set for an afternoon trip but weather was turning bad as we met up. He was able...
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Natayle B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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A Great Day of Scalloping

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Scallop (AM) on August 30, 2025
This was our third year scalloping in Florida and we had an amazing time! Mark was easy going and took us to great spot. We...
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Jeremy F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Scallop trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Scallop (AM) on July 9, 2025
Our scallop trip was great.ย  Capt Mark was very attentive and informative.ย  This was our first time scalloping and he told...
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Steve C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Scalloping Success

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Scallop (AM) on August 5, 2025
My wife and I had never scalloped before so this was a new experience for us. Captain Mark was an excellent teacher. It was...
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Douglas C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Scallop season

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Scallop (PM) on July 14, 2025
Capt Mark put us on the scallops, boat was in very good condition and safe, easy to scallop from. Our 7 yr. Old granddaughter...
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