Captain
Brian Farmer

Member since October 2023 Sarasota, United States
Background
My business is named after an island off the coast of Louisiana that my father and I fished for over 20 years. I can talk for hours about hiking the North Georgia Mountains to fish in a stream small enough to jump across catching 6-inch native Brook Trout, or catching 100 LB Ahi off Hawaii. It's all just as exciting to me. For the last 12 years, I've been fishing the Sarasota Bay and Gulf, learning all that the west coast of Florida has to offer. Sarasota has endless opportunities for fishing and some of the best and nicest guides I've ever known. There's nothing better than the smile on someone's face when they catch their first fish. Taking people fishing isn't a job; it's the best day ever.
Techniques
I love fishing the deep reefs, there's always a surprise fish that you didn't expect. I grew up fishing the Louisiana marsh and Gulf and have fly fished many of the blue-ribbon trout streams in the US, I would be happy fishing for bream with a cane pole and crickets. I don't really have a favorite style; I like it all.

Hey, I'm Captain Brian Farmer

Sarasota, United States
Background
My business is named after an island off the coast of Louisiana that my father and I fished for over 20 years. I can talk for hours about hiking the North Georgia Mountains to fish in a stream small enough to jump across catching 6-inch native Brook Trout, or catching 100 LB Ahi off Hawaii. It's all just as exciting to me. For the last 12 years, I've been fishing the Sarasota Bay and Gulf, learning all that the west coast of Florida has to offer. Sarasota has endless opportunities for fishing and some of the best and nicest guides I've ever known. There's nothing better than the smile on someone's face when they catch their first fish. Taking people fishing isn't a job; it's the best day ever.
Techniques
I love fishing the deep reefs, there's always a surprise fish that you didn't expect. I grew up fishing the Louisiana marsh and Gulf and have fly fished many of the blue-ribbon trout streams in the US, I would be happy fishing for bream with a cane pole and crickets. I don't really have a favorite style; I like it all.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(12 reviews)
Sarasota
 Last booking: 3 days ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $550

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 12 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (21)
Great skipper and gets you on fish\u2026
Great skipper and gets you on fish\u2026
Wonderful trip!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
83%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Jamie S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A Must-Do Fishing Adventure

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on July 9, 2025
Our family fishing trip was an unforgettable experience from start to finish. Brian was friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure...
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Dan C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on July 22, 2025
Brian was very accommodating. He knew the spots to fish. My family had a great time out and we would definitely do it again....
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Chris B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great skipper and gets you on fishโ€ฆ

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 30, 2025
Captain Brian was knowledgeable and knew just where the snook and redfish were. Went out very early (before the trip) to get...
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TAVISH P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Wonderful trip!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 24, 2025
We set out on a beautiful day with our 8 and 12 year old boys! This trip was amazing! We caught several fish and were able...
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JASON M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Knowledgable

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 16, 2025
Knowledgeable of the area and worked hard so we could relax and fish.
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