Captain
Billy Briggs

Member since March 2018 Fort Pierce, United States
Background
I come from a family of fishermen. I knew from an early age I wanted to be a fishing guide. I love everything about the water. I have spent many seasons in Everglades City, working with my father-in-law and stone crabbing. The open water of the Gulf of Mexico has the best sunrise I've ever seen. I also have experience as an airboat captain – anything to get out on the water! But nothing compares to being a fishing guide. I enjoy everything about fishing. There is nothing better than to put my clients on some nice sport fish. To see their faces when they pull a keeper Snook into the boat, that is priceless.
Techniques
I fish mainly in shore with light tackle or fly. I fish the mangroves and flats of Treasure Coast or the Ten Thousand Island. Targeting Snook, Redfish and Spotted Seatrout. I always look forward to going out in the Gulf to target Grouper, King fish and Coba. I also enjoy wading with light tackle or fly, stocking monster Tarpon and Snook.

Hey, I'm Captain Billy Briggs

Fort Pierce, United States
Background
I come from a family of fishermen. I knew from an early age I wanted to be a fishing guide. I love everything about the water. I have spent many seasons in Everglades City, working with my father-in-law and stone crabbing. The open water of the Gulf of Mexico has the best sunrise I've ever seen. I also have experience as an airboat captain – anything to get out on the water! But nothing compares to being a fishing guide. I enjoy everything about fishing. There is nothing better than to put my clients on some nice sport fish. To see their faces when they pull a keeper Snook into the boat, that is priceless.
Techniques
I fish mainly in shore with light tackle or fly. I fish the mangroves and flats of Treasure Coast or the Ten Thousand Island. Targeting Snook, Redfish and Spotted Seatrout. I always look forward to going out in the Gulf to target Grouper, King fish and Coba. I also enjoy wading with light tackle or fly, stocking monster Tarpon and Snook.

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(65 reviews)
Fort Pierce
 Last booking: 6 days ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $550
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(104 reviews)
Everglades City
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $550

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 169 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Amazing fishing in the Everglades
Amazing fishing in the Everglades
Great day on the water.
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
89%
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Thom C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Wow! They say that itโ€™s all about the Captain and it was!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 21, 2025
Capt Billy was the center of an outstanding day for my grandsons and I.ย  The guy simply knows the local waters and is a gifted...
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Hardman B.
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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Really great

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 12, 2025
Great Capt. definitely knows what heโ€™s doing. Made everyone feel welcome and everyone comfortable. I had small children that...
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Alex P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Most knowledgeable captain weโ€™ve fished with!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 4, 2025
Billy knows what heโ€™s doing! Great boat, new equipment, and puts you right where you need to be to catch fish! Relaxed, fun...
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Craig W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Had a blast

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on April 20, 2025
We were warned that the fishing wasnโ€™t great, but he still managed to put us on to a couple of snook and a few jacks. Capt...
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Nolen B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing fishing in the Everglades

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on October 10, 2025
A truly unforgettable fishing adventure!
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