Captain
James Pollard

Member since February 2018 St. Petersburg, United States
Background
I've been fishing the waters of Tampa Bay since 1994. I was a very competitive tournament fisherman. What I enjoy most about fishing is teaching people how/what to look for while fishing. Seeing peoples reaction to landing a fish after a good fight is priceless to me! It's about having fun and making memories on the water.
Techniques
I am a laid back easy going captain that loves all the water ways and everything that they have to offer. Yes it's all about catching fish, but there is so much more to fishing than just catching. Wouldn't you want to know why that fish was hiding in that spot or why they prefer to eat on certain tide/moon phases? Where did you catch your bait? What time does my day start? To me its all about teaching and sharing my knowledge and watching people smile after catching fish and knowing why that fish was even in that spot to begin with!

Hey, I'm Captain James Pollard

St. Petersburg, United States
Background
I've been fishing the waters of Tampa Bay since 1994. I was a very competitive tournament fisherman. What I enjoy most about fishing is teaching people how/what to look for while fishing. Seeing peoples reaction to landing a fish after a good fight is priceless to me! It's about having fun and making memories on the water.
Techniques
I am a laid back easy going captain that loves all the water ways and everything that they have to offer. Yes it's all about catching fish, but there is so much more to fishing than just catching. Wouldn't you want to know why that fish was hiding in that spot or why they prefer to eat on certain tide/moon phases? Where did you catch your bait? What time does my day start? To me its all about teaching and sharing my knowledge and watching people smile after catching fish and knowing why that fish was even in that spot to begin with!

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(180 reviews)
St. Petersburg
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Trips from US $600

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 180 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (432)
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Angler rating
173
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
96%
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Scott C.
Gainesville, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full day trip 6 hours

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on June 4, 2021
Capt was very knowledgeable and easy to fish with. I was the only fisherman and he put us on tarpon, grouper, and snook. Different...
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Joseph H.
Pacific, MO
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

March fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on March 21, 2023
Rough day of catching fish after a cold front, but James and crew went out of their way to help put us on fish. Thanks again...
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Hugh W.
Jackson, GA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Tarpon trip with Capt Jim Pollard

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Tarpon Seasonal on July 11, 2022
We have a great time, and hooked into all the Tarpon we had energy forโ€ฆ they gave us a great day!!!
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Matthew D.
Lutz, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Six Hour Tour

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on June 30, 2022
Captain Jim is great. It was like fishing with a buddy. Highly recommend, 10/10!
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Buel H.
Medina, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with James

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on June 20, 2022
Captain was fantastic, worked hard to show my family how fun fishing in Florida.ย  Wild recommend 100%
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