Captain
John-Mark Fortner

Member since August 2023 Galveston, United States
Background
I started fishing when I was about 14 years old and after that first fishing trip, you couldn't keep me from the water. I have a passion for nature and all the creatures in it. I always get asked about catches that I have had and I enjoy talking about them but the ones that stick out to me the most are the ones that I've given to others. I love watching the pure joy someone gets from catching a giant.
Techniques
I enjoy many different styles of fishing, but I love using the big rods and fishing the bottom when I have customers. When that rod is in the rod holder and you are waiting on the fish to bite, there is something about hearing that drag screaming and seeing faces light up with excitement when the fish starts taking line!

Hey, I'm Captain John-Mark Fortner

Galveston, United States
Background
I started fishing when I was about 14 years old and after that first fishing trip, you couldn't keep me from the water. I have a passion for nature and all the creatures in it. I always get asked about catches that I have had and I enjoy talking about them but the ones that stick out to me the most are the ones that I've given to others. I love watching the pure joy someone gets from catching a giant.
Techniques
I enjoy many different styles of fishing, but I love using the big rods and fishing the bottom when I have customers. When that rod is in the rod holder and you are waiting on the fish to bite, there is something about hearing that drag screaming and seeing faces light up with excitement when the fish starts taking line!
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(211 reviews)
Angler's choice
Galveston
 Last booking: 16 hours ago
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Trips from US $525

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 211 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Caught fish
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Judith S.
Excellent
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Perfect Day

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Bay & Jetty (PM) on October 18, 2024
Great fishing and Capt John knew where the fish were and was a great help! Our grandson had a fantastic experience!
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Kim J.
Excellent
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Captain John is Amazing!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Bay & Jetty (AM) on October 18, 2024
Captain John was able to limit us out on bull reds. He is very knowledgeable and a joy to fish with! Highly recommend!
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John T.
Excellent
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Capt. John Mark was amazing

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Bay & Jetty (PM) on October 11, 2024
Great time, great weather, and great captain. Got some nice Red Bulls and enjoyed the company and conversations with captain...
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Kassie K.
Excellent
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Great Trip!!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Bay & Jetty (AM) on January 18, 2025
We had a great time with John! He was by far the best Captain we have ever been on the water with!
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Curt V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Veru nice man

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Bay & Jetty (PM) on January 1, 2025
Very nice man, next time I am in Galveston I will set a time to go again. CLEAN and nice boat.
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