Captain
Mark Filley

Member since October 2023 Kingston, United States
Background
I am a US Navy combat Veteran and recently retired automotive engineer. I have been Catfishing for nearly 30 years, winning all 3 catfish tournaments I have entered. Over the past 10 years, I have taken numerous people, mostly friends, family, and neighborhood kids on guided Catfishing excursions, with many a smile and pictures taken with our local River Monsters. Over the past few years, with added electronics, higher-quality gear, and refined modern techniques, I have become a true Catfishing nerd. I will share as much (or as little) you want to know about my take on Catfishing during our excursion.
Techniques
My favorite technique really depends upon the water fished, time of year, and species targeted. My favorite technique in general is dragging but I never rely on just one. I design and fabricate my own catfish rigs.

Hey, I'm Captain Mark Filley

Kingston, United States
Background
I am a US Navy combat Veteran and recently retired automotive engineer. I have been Catfishing for nearly 30 years, winning all 3 catfish tournaments I have entered. Over the past 10 years, I have taken numerous people, mostly friends, family, and neighborhood kids on guided Catfishing excursions, with many a smile and pictures taken with our local River Monsters. Over the past few years, with added electronics, higher-quality gear, and refined modern techniques, I have become a true Catfishing nerd. I will share as much (or as little) you want to know about my take on Catfishing during our excursion.
Techniques
My favorite technique really depends upon the water fished, time of year, and species targeted. My favorite technique in general is dragging but I never rely on just one. I design and fabricate my own catfish rigs.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(32 reviews)
Kingston
 Last booking: 7 hours ago
Trips from US $150

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 32 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (82)
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Dennis P.
Excellent
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Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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A great Captain

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip โ€“ Kingston Catfish (AM) on June 7, 2025
Even before the trip started I knew it would be successful. Great communication the entire time since I booked right up till...
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Wes D.
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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Great day of fishing

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip โ€“ Kingston Catfish (AM) on June 16, 2025
Had a really good day caught an 15 pound catfish my personal PB so far and weโ€™re going back in July to break that PB this...
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Cayonna P.
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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The Happiest Fatherโ€™s Day Surprise Ever!

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip โ€“ Kingston Catfish (AM) on June 15, 2025
Thank you Captain for providing my husband one of the best Fatherโ€™s Days ever and making my sonโ€™s first fishing trip amazing!!...
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Jacob K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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May fishing trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Kingston Catfish (PM) on May 10, 2025
We had a fantastic catfishing trip with captain Mark. Very knowledgeable and put us on fish in every location we tried. We...
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Alesia Y.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Best fishing day EVER

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Kingston Catfish (AM) on July 22, 2024
We had an amazing time fishing for catfish catching a total of 21 with the largest being 48lbs.ย  Mark was very knowledgeable...
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