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

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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
5.0 / 5
(31 reviews)
Angler's choice
Crystal River
 Last booking: 5 hours ago
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Trips from US $400

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 31 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (18)
Scalloping 4h trip
Scalloping 4h trip
July fishing trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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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   NEW  Half Day Trip – 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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Jeremy F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Scallop trip

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

Family scalloping trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Scallop (AM) on August 7, 2024
My wife and I brought our three daughters on this trip (12,10,2). Capt. Mark was great! Very attentive, personable, helped...
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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
Overall

Scallop season

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip – 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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April P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip – Scallop (AM) on July 12, 2025
Mark was responsive prior to trip and very patient. He took us to a great spot and even had equipment for us. He kept an eye...
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