Captain
Stephen Benner

Member since April 2023 Placida, United States
Background
Captain Steve Benner is a South Florida native whose passion for the outdoors began long before he could hold a rod. His love of fishing followed him throughout his service in the U.S. Army, taking him to waters and wilderness across the country. Eventually, the call of home brought him back to the Gulf Coast, where he now shares his lifelong passion with anglers of all experience levels. With Captain Steve, your time on the water isn’t just a charter—it’s an unforgettable adventure filled with great memories and even better catches.
Techniques
Pass fishing, back bay fishing, beach fishing, and offshore fishing.

Hey, I'm Captain Stephen Benner

Placida, United States
Background
Captain Steve Benner is a South Florida native whose passion for the outdoors began long before he could hold a rod. His love of fishing followed him throughout his service in the U.S. Army, taking him to waters and wilderness across the country. Eventually, the call of home brought him back to the Gulf Coast, where he now shares his lifelong passion with anglers of all experience levels. With Captain Steve, your time on the water isn’t just a charter—it’s an unforgettable adventure filled with great memories and even better catches.
Techniques
Pass fishing, back bay fishing, beach fishing, and offshore fishing.
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5.0 / 5
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4.9 / 5
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 51 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Wonderful, memorable day!
Wonderful, memorable day!
January fishing trip
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Grant L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fun trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore Fish on February 4, 2026
We had a great afternoon with captain Steve. With unseasonably cool temps we went into the gulf instead of inland, and caught...
Grant L. recommends Addicted Outdoors โ€“ Englewood
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Judy K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Wonderful, memorable day!

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore Fishing on January 19, 2026
We had a wonderful experience with Captain Steve!ย  He is so friendly and helpful and its obvious that he enjoys having kids...
Judy K. recommends Addicted Outdoors โ€“ Englewood
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George A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Boys fishing trip 2025

VERIFIED   4 Hr Nearshore Fishing Trip on July 15, 2025
Addicted Outdoors was one of the best chartered fishing trips that my family has been on. Captain Stephen was very professional...
George A. recommends Addicted Outdoors โ€“ Englewood
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Jamie C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Big fish

VERIFIED   Shark Fishing on August 20, 2025
We had a good time told him we wanted big fish caught some lady fish for bait then went for some big fish he put use on them...
Jamie C. recommends Addicted Outdoors โ€“ Englewood
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Alice H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day on the water

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore Fishing on December 13, 2025
captain Steve took us to a great spot on the gulf. we had many hits and caught some nice snapper. we highly tecommend booking...
Alice H. recommends Addicted Outdoors โ€“ Englewood
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