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
5.0 / 5
(26 reviews)
Angler's choice
Crystal River
 Last booking: 6 days ago
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Trips from US $400

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 26 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (16)
July fishing trip
Great scalloping trip!
Great scalloping trip!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Lynne C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great scalloping trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ Scallop (PM) on July 11, 2025
Mark was the best guide.ย  He put us on a great place to catch scallops and even helped us out catching some. Very professional...
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Don E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Scalloping

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ Scallop (AM) on July 16, 2025
Great trip! Helpful Captain and crew definitely asking Mark next year plus has a nice boat!! Thanks again guys!!
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Kay B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

July fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ Scallop (AM) on July 17, 2025
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Alexia H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ Scallop (PM) on July 5, 2025
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Michaela M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

July fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ Scallop (AM) on July 5, 2025
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