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
(46 reviews)
Kingston
 2 bookings in the past week.
Trips from US $150

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 46 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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James S.
Excellent
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing Day of Fishing

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Kingston Catfish (AM) on September 1, 2024
Even with the difficult fishing conditions, Capt Mark kept us on the catfish. We caught 19 total catfish ranging from 5 lbs...
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Wes D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Great day of fishing

VERIFIED   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
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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The Happiest Fatherโ€™s Day Surprise Ever!

VERIFIED   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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Joshua 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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Best catfishing trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Kingston Catfish (AM) on April 26, 2025
If you want to have some fun learn a few things and catch some big cats I recommend markybob great captain awesome experience...
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James W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Catch nice cat fosh

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip โ€“ Kingston Catfish (PM) on July 20, 2025
We had a great morning catching cat fish. E
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